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2023 Audi Q5

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.

Audi Q5
Pictured: Audi Q5 2.0 TDI quattro S line (GU) – f 13102025. Photo: © M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Body styles
4dr SUV, Sportback 4dr SUV, Tfsie 4dr SUV
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Horsepower
201–362 hp
Transmission
automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Plug-in Hybrid, Hybrid
MPG (best)
26 combined · 25 city / 29 hwy
Length
184.3–184.6 in
Curb weight
3,913–4,694 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
6 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid and plug-in hybrid as well as gas.

Watch out for

  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
  • 6 recallsMore than similar models (about 3). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 30 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2023 Audi Q5 is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 184 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 111-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,046 lb (4dr SUV).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 26 MPG combined (25 city / 29 highway), 4% better than the 2023 small SUV average of 25 MPG, for an estimated $3,150 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 6 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 57 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2023

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2022 Q5 — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 Q5 →

Trims, performance & features

Engine201–261 hp2.0L turbo 4-cyl
Engine362 hp2.0L turbo 4-cyl plug-in hybrid
Transmissionautomatic
DriveAWD/4WD

Trims

S Line quattro Premium PlusS Line quattro Premiumquattro Premium Plusquattro Premium

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard
Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard
Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringStandard
Blind-spot interventionStandard
Rear automatic brakingStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
Lane keeping assistStandard
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes

Built in: San José Chiapa, Mexico

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2023 Q5 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr SUV184.3 in74.4 in65.4 in111 in63.8 / 63.4 in4,046 lb53/47
Sportback 4dr SUV184.6 in74.4 in65.4 in111 in63.8 / 63.4 in3,913 lb53/47
Tfsie 4dr SUV184.3 in74.4 in65.4 in111 in63.8 / 63.4 in4,694 lb

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

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Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Q5 TFSI e quattro Plug-in Hybrid2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (AM-S7)All-Wheel Drive25 / 27 / 26+4%$3,150148
Q5 quattro Hybrid2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (AM-S7)All-Wheel Drive23 / 29 / 250%$3,300350
Q5 S-Line quattro Hybrid2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (AM-S7)All-Wheel Drive22 / 29 / 250%$3,300358
Q5 Sportback S-line quattro Hybrid2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (AM-S7)All-Wheel Drive22 / 29 / 250%$3,300358
7/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
9/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $1,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
25 MPG2023 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2023 Audi Q5.

Similar 2023 small SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2023 Audi Q5 (this car)26 MPGNot rated6
2023 Tesla Model Y330 miNot rated17
2023 BMW X325 MPG★★★★★4
2023 Lexus RX36 MPGNot rated4
2023 Porsche Macan21 MPGNot rated0
2023 BMW X128 MPGNot rated6
2023 Volvo XC6028 MPGNot rated6

Recalls (6)

Engine · May 7, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V294000 · 89,417 vehicles

Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro vehicles. The cylinder head cover screws may have been improperly tightened.
Risk
The screws can loosen, allowing oil to leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the screws as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 15ZK.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery · Feb 12, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V080000 · 20,201 vehicles

Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Audi Q5, and 2022 A7 E Hybrid Electric PHEV vehicles. The high-voltage battery may overheat.
Risk
A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Fix
Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software , free of charge. Volkswagen will monitor available online vehicle data and contact owners as necessary, to advise them not to charge the vehicle until the battery can be replaced. For vehicles in which online data is unavailable, owners are advised not to charge their batteries until the final remedy becomes available. Repairs will be performed free of charge. This will be a Phased recall. Phase 1 will include Interim letters 2022-2023 model year vehicles. Phase 2 will include Owner letters 2021-2024 model year vehicles, and Phase 3 will include Interim letters 2022-2023 model year vehicles. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed February 28, 2025, and May 7, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93AA. This recall expands and replaces previous NHTSA recall number 24V898.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery · Nov 27, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V898000 · 4,616 vehicles

Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Audi Q5 PHEV and 2022 Audi A7 PHEV vehicles. The high-voltage battery may overheat.
Risk
A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Fix
Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy, anticipated to be available in the second quarter of 2025. Volkswagen will monitor available online vehicle data and contact owners as necessary, to advise them not to charge the vehicle until the battery can be replaced. For vehicles in which online data is unavailable, owners are advised not to charge their batteries until the final remedy becomes available. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93AA. This recall has been replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V080.
Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger · Apr 3, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V251000 · 91 vehicles

Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q8, RSQ8, 2023-2024 Q3, Q5, and Q7 vehicles. An electrical connection in the front passenger seat for the occupant detection system (ODS) control module may loosen and deactivate the front passenger air bag.
Risk
A deactivated front passenger air bag will not deploy during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant detection system control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 8, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69GU.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Charging › Cable/Cord › Onboard · Dec 13, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V842000 · 93,196 vehicles

Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, Q5, and 2021-2022 A7 vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
Risk
An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93U6 and 93U8.
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical · Oct 7, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V753000 · 76,515 vehicles

Problem
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Audi Q5 Sportback, Q5, 2022-2023 Volkswagen Atlas FL, and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The engine connecting rod bearings may become damaged, which can result in engine failure.
Risk
A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. If the engine failure causes an oil leak, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace an affected engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 6, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 13i4 (VW) and 13i5 (Audi).
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2023 Audi Q5 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

57Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
8Involved a crash
1Involved a fire
7Injuries reported
1,030 miTypical mileage at failure
Electrical System16
Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking14
Unknown Or Other10
Engine9
Service Brakes6
Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings6
Power Train6
Air Bags4
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
23/08: 323/09: 123/10: 324/01: 224/02: 624/03: 124/04: 324/06: 224/07: 324/10: 224/12: 125/02: 325/04: 125/05: 225/09: 326/01: 226/02: 126/03: 226/04: 226/05: 126/06: 226/07: 226/09: 126/10: 123/0824/0124/0424/1025/0426/0126/0426/07max 6

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2023 Audi Q5 buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 6 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Electrical System — 16 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 14 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
  4. Engine — 9 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 1,030 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
  7. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 Audi Q5. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Q5 years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2026 Q524185.8 inNot rated04
2025 Q526184.3 in★★★★★147
2024 Q526184.3 in★★★★★434
2022 Q526184.3 inNot rated846
2021 Q527184.3 in★★★★★8103
2020 Q527183.5 in★★★★★637
2019 Q524183.5 in★★★★★553
2018 Q525183.5 in★★★★★6208
2017 Q522182.3 inNot rated542
2016 Q526182.3 inNot rated578
2015 Q526182.3 inNot rated699
2014 Q526182.3 inNot rated596

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →