2018 Audi Q5 consumer reviews

After much research and dealership visits, I found the Audi Q5 to be the best in it's when compared to Volvo XC60, BMW X3, and Jaguar. Jaguar was completely out of price range compared to what was already loaded in the Audi Q5 and had what I believed to be an outdated infotainment system, it was not very user friendly. Although I liked the Volvo and its technology, I felt the design of the car to be underwhelming as well as being a slight grade in finishes below the Audi. As for BMW, the ride was just as smooth as the Audi, however, the BMW did not have the quattro handling system (neither did the rest) like the Audi. The Audi came with the options I wanted at a $2-3,000 less MSRP than the BMW. Also, a BMW with the no run-flat option tire is not readily available on the dealer's lot and has to be searched for or factory built. In all respects, the Audi Q5 just came out on top and the dealers were more willing to make a deal than the other brands.

The digital panel, is awesome! The “boat handle” is pretty and modern! The exterior with the new led lights looks pretty good in the night! I love this car!

The car is very stylish, comfortable and technologically advanced. It also has a lot of get up and go-plenty of horsepower. I can't wait to see how it handles in the snow with the Quattro engine.

Bought the vehicle for my wife as a birthday gift. I have never been one for Audi though I’ve never owned one. Here’s the big but, I’m impressed with the quality, attention to detail, fit and finish, performance, ride quality and handling. It has it all and does it all very well. Now this is coming from someone that has worked in the service side of a Chrysler (aka Fiat Chrysler) for almost 20 years as a technician and shop foreman as well as a manager at a Gm dealership for 3 years. So I’m not easily impressed with vehicles. Even though we also sell Alfa Romeo (Stelvio) and is a good competitive model to the Q5 it’s still clear the Audi Q5 is the benchmark. My only complaint would be the lack of a touchscreen infotainment system. Come on Audi! Even a fiat pop has one. Overall the 18 Audi Q5 is a very well built vehicle. In a rapidly growing segment the Q5 is leader of the luxury pack. Compare them all and you’ll see package for package you can’t beat the Q5 in price. The Audi virtual cockpit is icing on the cake

Love our 2018 Audi Q5 Premium Plus 2.0T. It's a versatile vehicle for driving around and hauling stuff. The back seats fold very easily. We were reluctant to get the 2.0T fearing that the car was going to be underpowered but it's quick off the drive (even from the auto engine stop), agile, and sure on the road. No worries with speed or acceleration. As a bonus, we have been getting 28mpg on long stretches of hwy! The extra leg extension provides comfort and support on long drives. The perforated seats are great for cooling you off and the hot leather. The car has its usual safety technology features, but we're very impressed with the back up camera. The angle is so wide that I could see around a F350 truck or large vehicle to backup safely! The back lid can be programmed to any height which is great for shorter folks like me and of course I can open and close with the wave of my foot. The steering navigation display/MMI suite is awesome. It can take time to get use to the functionality but once you figure it out, it's hard not having it, like the hands free texting. The only issues have been the minor electrical glitches which Audi issued a recall. It took 5 hrs to fix so I was given a Q3 loaner. Overall, it's an awesome car.

Our Audi Q5 is a great performing car with top of the line reliability and safety characteristics. It is a beautiful car inside and out. It is everything we look for in a luxury suv and more!

The multi-media interface took some time to learn. However, it is easy to use after the learning curve. The navigation system does not give as much detail as Google Maps on my phone when navigating to a given destination. Overall I am pleased with this car.

Great purchase. Comfortable, quiet, and solid driving feel. Great dealer and sales associate experience. Instrumentation user friendly, and well equipped for the money. It should serve us well for many years.

Holy cow, I made a great decision. I?ve previously owned the Lexus RX and never thought I?d drive another vehicle, until the hideous current design was released. I can?t even look at that thing. After much research and drooling over the X3, GLC, Q5, and a few others, the aesthetics, quality, and size of the Q5 won me over. I want per something easier to maneuver in the city and all of the others had grown too much. This is nimble, quick, and easy to drive. The sound system is amazing. The seats are comfortable and hold me in. Easy to see, a great cabin, and fit/finish are top notch, which I?ve always read about Audi. I can?t say enough good things about this vehicle. Except, just one bad, the cup holders are incredibly tiny. It barely holds most cups, yeti won?t fit, and Starbucks is almost too large. I drive a lot, and keep many drinks with me, it?s a struggle to get most in there. It something you?d catch drunk a test drive. Otherwise after a few weeks the car is flawless, I hope it stays that way! I completely recommend it based on the vehicle alone. One think I?m anxious about, Lexus did have world class service, let?s hope Audi provides the same when needed. (I gave a five for reliability as it has been so far, it?s a require field with out an n/a option)

Extremely comfortable, has a wonderful Bang & Olufsen sound system, all the bells & whistles (with most being adjustable) and fun extras. Perfect size, seats 4 adults comfortably and nice size storage in the back.