During the third quarter of 2021, Audi introduced a facelifted Q5 model range. This new iteration comes with a host of exterior and interior updates, including an upgraded third-generation Infotainment system that is more clever and intuitive than ever. Including the sporty SQ5, there are a total of five Audi Q5 derivatives to choose from.
To assist you with deciding whether the Q5 is for you or which variant of the premium mid-size SUV you need to get, we have collected the top articles for you to look at.
1. 2017 Audi Q5 2.0TFSI Quattro Sport - car review
"It's yet another WesBank South African COTY finalist that crosses our path: the new Audi Q5. It's Audi's best-selling SUV to date and we have to believe that the mantra of "all those people can't be wrong" is quite accurate."
In this video review, Chad Lückhoff drives the 2017 model of the Audi Q5, the same model the current range is based on. Coincidentally in the 2017 Audi Q5 was a Wesbank South African Car of the Year finalist, which tells you how respected it is in the industry.
2. New vs used Audi Q5: what are the top 5 differences?
"Popular from its first arrival in 2008, the Q5 has become the most popular of the whole Audi Q-car bunch thus far, selling over 1.6-million units before the second generation arrived in 2017. That very long production life didn’t hurt the Q5’s popularity, with a judicious facelift in 2013 freshening it enough to remain competitive until the end. But what changed with the latest one?"
Now you might wonder, what exactly changed in 2017 for the Audi Q5 to be considered as a COTY finalist. Well, Martin Pretorius explains the top five changes that revolutionized this mid-sized premium SUV.
3. Everything you need to know about the Audi Q5
"The Audi Q5 combines the practicality of the Avant with the everyday usability of an SUV. Those who seek spacious, luxurious transport in a high-tech package will be impressed by the Q5's beautiful, uncluttered interior and array of safety features. If you're keen on the Q5, this article will lead you down the right path."
So what is the latest iteration of the Audi Q5 all about? Ané Albertse breaks down everything you need to know about the new model to assist you in your purchasing decision.
4. We compared Audi Q5 engines, and the efficiency crown goes to…
"Audi has launched the updated Q5 locally, sporting updated exterior and interior features that make it more competitive within its segment. Let us discover which Q5 engine option is most efficient."
The internal combustion engine is better than it's ever been as the modern configurations manage to produce staggering performance figures while remaining very frugal and environmentally friendly. However, some are still better than others and Sean Nurse compare the engines employed by the Audi Q5 to find out which is the most efficient.
5. Top 5 safety features on an Audi Q5
"Take a closer look at some of the included safety features found in the recently updated Audi Q5 and what these features mean to you and your passengers. These range from passive safety systems to active systems as well as semi-autonomous features that will make you a safer driver."
Now that you know how the latest Audi Q5 differs from the earlier iterations, and which derivative is going to be the most efficient. Your next question might be, just how safe is the new Audi Q5. Chad Lückhoff explains what is included in the safety systems and how it will protect you and your family.
6. How much are car repayments on a new Audi Q5?
"We look at the cost of the monthly repayment on the latest range of updated Audi Q5 models. Taken on a finance agreement, we calculate the anticipated instalments."
Ultimately what it comes down to in the end is, can you afford the Audi Q5 for your family? Well in this article, Chad Lückhoff uses an accurate formula to calculate what you can expect to pay monthly for each of the Q5 derivatives.
