Modernized Exterior Styling: The redesigned Q5 features a sleeker, more aerodynamic look with a vertical nose, streamlined proportions, and a muscular "Quattro bulge" on the fenders. It includes new LED headlights with eight customizable daytime running light signatures and second-generation digital OLED taillights with proximity warnings, enhancing both aesthetics and functionality.

Advanced Digital Stage Infotainment: The interior debuts Audi's new Digital Stage layout, powered by Google's Android Automotive OS, with a curved 11.9-inch digital gauge cluster, a 14.5-inch MMI touchscreen, and an optional 10.9-inch passenger display with Dynamic Privacy mode to prevent driver distraction. This tech-forward setup offers seamless wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and a ChatGPT-powered AI assistant.

Enhanced Powertrains with New Platform: Built on the new Premium Platform Combustion (PPC), the Q5 features a refined 268-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine (up from 261 hp) and a 362-hp 3.0-liter V6 in the SQ5, both paired with a smoother seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. The updated platform improves suspension geometry for better ride quality and handling.

Improved Suspension and Handling: The redesign introduces standard Frequency Selective Damping for a smoother, more controlled ride, with optional adaptive air suspension (standard on SQ5) for adjustable ride height and dynamics. Enhanced progressive steering and a new Balanced drive mode sharpen handling while maintaining comfort.

Upgraded Safety and Practicality: New standard safety features include adaptive cruise assist with traffic sign recognition, Park Assist Plus, and Active Front Assist. The cabin offers increased headroom and legroom, with sliding and reclining rear seats that expand cargo space to 56.9 cubic feet (SUV) or 53.1 cubic feet (Sportback), enhancing versatility.