2018 Audi Q5

If you opt for the Audi Q5, you’ll have three different trim levels to choose from, beginning with a base trim that’s surprisingly within reach:

• Premium: MSRP from $41,500
• Premium Plus: MSRP from $45,500
• Prestige: MSRP from $50,800

The 2018 Audi Q5’s powertrain is based on a 2.0L turbocharged I-4 engine that pumps out a smooth 252 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque. Lightning-fast speed is the result – the Q5 goes from zero mph to 60 mph in 5.9 seconds.

A new standard seven-speed S-tronic® dual-clutch automatic transmission replaces last year’s eight-speed automatic, and Audi’s new quattro® all-wheel drive with ultra® technology is also standard issue on every trim. On top of its impressive powertrain, the Audi Q5 also comes with a newly engineered lightweight suspension that makes its drive agile and fun, and an available adaptive damping suspension gives you the freedom to adjust a multitude of options.

The Audi Q5 gives you the ability to stay fully connected on the road while enjoying a vast array of available entertainment, connectivity, and safety features:

• Audi Virtual Cockpit: This fully digital instrument cluster lets you customize how you see your audio and navigation features, including Google Earth with 3D satellite imagery, Google Street View, and much more.
• MMI® all-in-touch: Write your entries on a touchpad instead of selecting individual letters and numbers with this ingenious handwriting-recognition feature for entering commands for navigation and more.
• Bang & Olufsen Sound System: This available premium sound system with 3D sound includes 19 speakers and LED accent lighting, producing a total output of 755 watts of power and crystal clear acoustics for everyone in the cabin.
• Advanced Safety: The Audi Q5 is offered with a variety of advanced safety features, including standard features like a rearview camera and Audi pre sense® basic impending collision technology. You can also opt for additional intelligent features like Audi side assist and rear cross traffic assist.

The 2018 Audi Q5 is a genuine luxury SUV with spacious seating for up to five adult passengers and plenty of room for storage. There’s 26.8 cubic feet of dedicated cargo space in back, and you can fold down the rear seats to open up a max cargo area of 60.4 cubic feet. The feel inside the cabin is of the highest quality, with standard features like:

• Full leather upholstery
• High-Gloss Dark Brown Walnut Wood interior inlays
• Rear privacy glass
• LED ambient cabin lighting
• Tri-zone climate control

See what experts are saying with these quotes from reviews of the 2018 Audi Q5:

• Motor Trend: “Taller, stronger, and packed with fancy tech, the new 2018 Audi Q5 should continue to stand out in this über-popular segment.”
• The Car Connection: “Even the base Audi Q5 feels high-buck inside, thanks in part to standard leather trim, but things only get better when you start piling on the options. We’ve given the Q5 extra points for its luxurious feel, its good cargo space, and its accommodating front and rear seats.”
• U.S. News & World Report: “The 2018 Audi Q5 is fully redesigned with an improved base engine, more driver assistance features, and an updated infotainment system. Audi’s luxury compact SUV also has an upscale cabin and a long list of standard and available features.”