2025 Audi Q5: MPG, NHTSA & IIHS Safety Ratings
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Among 201 mid-range SUVs, the 2025 Audi Q5 scores well for safety, with NHTSA's 5-star rating and IIHS Top Safety Pick+ designation. NHTSA has no recall campaigns on file for this vehicle.
- Starting MSRP
- $45,400 - $66,700
- EPA Combined MPG
- 25-26 MPG
- EPA Combined MPG
- 26 MPG (Plug-In Hybrid)
- NHTSA Safety Rating
- 5-Star (Highest)
- IIHS Award
- Top Safety Pick+
- Est. Annual Fuel Cost
- $2,250 - $2,750 per year
- EPA GHG Score
- 5 / 10
- Recalls on File
- No recalls on file
- EPA: vs Avg Vehicle
- $3,500 more over 5 yrs
- Owner Complaints
- 24 on file
- Est. Monthly Cost (with fuel)
- $1,320 per month
- Est. Cost per Mile (with fuel)
- $0.84
- Brand Origin
- Germany
The 2025 Audi Q5 is a SUV priced from $45,400 to $66,700 with 12 trims. For a vehicle your family depends on, the safety, recall, and long-term cost data below is where the decision starts.
- 5-year ownership cost $19,260 above mid-range SUVs average
- Avg repair cost $297 per year above SUV average
- IIHS Top Safety Pick+
2025 Audi Q5 at a Glance
Compared with similar SUVs in our dataset, the clearest positive signals for the 2025 Audi Q5 are high published crash-test results. The main caution is that estimated five-year cost runs high.
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Strengths in the data
- Safety: 5-star NHTSA + IIHS TSP+. Safest SUVs 2025 →
Cautions in the data
- Best estimated five-year cost in the lineup still lands about $19,260 above the similar-vehicle average.
- Reliability is not a standout here: RepairPal 3.0/5.
- AAA estimates $13,584 per year in non-fuel costs for the Medium SUV class: insurance $1,873, maintenance $1,817, depreciation $5,074. These are class averages, not specific to this model.
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How Safe Is the 2025 Audi Q5?
The 2025 Audi Q5 earned NHTSA's highest 5-star safety rating and TSP+ recognition from IIHS, placing it among the most thoroughly tested SUVs for crash protection. 82% of SUVs share this top NHTSA rating. Source: NHTSA.
Overall Safety
82% of SUVs share this top rating
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Frontal Crash | |
| Side Crash | |
| Rollover |
Rollover Risk: 16.4%
| Feature | Availability |
|---|---|
| Forward Collision Warning | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard |
| Crash Imminent Braking | Standard |
| Dynamic Brake Support | Standard |
A strong NHTSA score is a good starting point. IIHS testing adds scenarios NHTSA does not cover, including the small-overlap crash that accounts for a significant share of real-world fatalities.
How Did the 2025 Audi Q5 Perform in IIHS Crash Tests?
IIHS awarded the 2025 Audi Q5 a TSP+ designation, which requires good or acceptable ratings in all crashworthiness categories plus effective front crash prevention. Source: IIHS.
| Test | Rating |
|---|---|
| Small Overlap Front | G Good |
| Moderate Overlap Front | G Good |
| Side | G Good |
| Headlights | A Acceptable |
| Front Crash Prevention (Vehicle) | G Good |
| Front Crash Prevention (Pedestrian) | G Good |
IIHS vehicle class: Midsize luxury SUVs
Strong crash test scores are reassuring, but they do not cover every component. The recall section below shows whether NHTSA or Audi has identified any issues worth correcting on vehicles already sold.
Does the 2025 Audi Q5 Have Any Recalls?
NHTSA has no recall campaigns on file for the 2025 Audi Q5. For context, the average SUV has 1.7 recall campaigns. Recalls can be issued at any time as new issues are identified. Source: NHTSA.
No recalls on file with NHTSA
What Do 2025 Audi Q5 Owners Report to NHTSA?
NHTSA has 24 owner complaints on file for the 2025 Audi Q5. The average for 2025 SUVs is 32 complaints. Owner complaints are self-reported and unverified, but patterns across many reports can indicate real issues.
12 in the last 90 days · most recent filed 2026-03-31
Safety-relevant complaints: At least one complaint includes crash reported, injury reported. Review individual reports on NHTSA.gov for details.
Most-reported problem areas
- ADAS / Safety Tech20
- Electrical10
- Brakes6
- Engine4
- Powertrain3
Source: NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. Data last refreshed 2026-04-16.
For a vehicle your family depends on daily, fuel cost adds up fast. The EPA data below shows how the 2025 Audi Q5's efficiency compares to other SUVs in its price range.
What Is the 2025 Audi Q5 Fuel Economy?
The 2025 Audi Q5 achieves up to 26 combined MPG according to EPA testing, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,250. That is $142 more per year than the $2,108 average for mid-range SUVs. EPA estimates are based on standardized laboratory tests. Source: EPA (fueleconomy.gov).
Ranges from 25 to 26 combined MPG/MPGe depending on trim and drivetrain.
| Trim | Combined | City | Highway | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium 40 AT | 25 MPG | 22 | 30 | $2,750 per year |
| Premium S line AWD HEV | 26 MPG | 23 | 29 | $2,650 per year |
| Premium AT | 25 MPG | 22 | 30 | $2,750 per year |
| Premium Plus 40 AT | 25 MPG | 22 | 30 | $2,750 per year |
| Premium Plus S line AWD HEV | 26 MPG | 23 | 29 | $2,650 per year |
| Premium Plus AT | 25 MPG | 22 | 30 | $2,750 per year |
| Prestige 40 AT | 25 MPG | 22 | 30 | $2,750 per year |
| Prestige S line AWD HEV | 26 MPG | 23 | 29 | $2,650 per year |
| Prestige AT | 25 MPG | 22 | 30 | $2,750 per year |
| Premium S line AWD PHEV | 26 MPG | 23 | 29 | $2,250 per year |
| Premium Plus S line AWD PHEV | 26 MPG | 23 | 29 | $2,250 per year |
| Prestige S line AWD PHEV | 26 MPG | 23 | 29 | $2,250 per year |
Estimated 5-year fuel costs range from $11,250 to $13,750 depending on trim.
The most efficient trim ranks in the top 16% for fuel cost within its EPA vehicle class.
Fuel is the cost you plan for. Insurance, maintenance, and depreciation are the costs that surprise you three years in. For a vehicle your family depends on daily, the full ownership picture matters.
What Does the 2025 Audi Q5 Cost to Own?
Estimated 5-year total ownership cost for the 2025 Audi Q5 ranges from $112,000 to $137,720 depending on trim, based on AAA's Your Driving Costs study for the Medium SUV class. This includes insurance, maintenance, depreciation, registration, and financing. These are class averages, not specific to this model. Source: AAA.
| Maintenance | $1,817 per year |
|---|---|
| Insurance | $1,873 per year |
| Depreciation | $5,074 per year |
| Registration & Taxes | $862 per year |
| Financing | $1,815 per year |
| Total (excluding fuel) | $13,584 per year |
| Cost per mile | $0.84 per mile |
For a family vehicle, the trim choice comes down to which safety features, space, and cost level fit your household. The comparison below shows all 12 options side by side.
How Do the 2025 Audi Q5 Trims Compare?
The 2025 Audi Q5 is available in 12 trims, with base prices ranging from $45,400 to $66,700. Trims are available with Gasoline and Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid powertrains, which affects fuel economy and pricing. The table below compares key specifications and costs across all available trims. Prices shown are manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) and do not include destination charges, dealer fees, taxes, or incentives.
| Trim | Base MSRP | Combined MPG | Est. Annual Fuel Cost | Horsepower | Curb Weight | Est. 5-Year Cost | ||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium 40 AT | $45,400 | 25 MPG | $2,750 per year | 201 hp | 4,079 lbs | $124,570 | ||||||||||||||
| Premium S line AWD HEV | $48,800 | 26 MPG | $2,650 per year | 261 hp | 4,101 lbs | $112,000 | ||||||||||||||
| Premium AT | $49,900 | 25 MPG | $2,750 per year | 268 hp | 4,244 lbs | $129,320 | ||||||||||||||
| Premium Plus 40 AT | $51,100 | 25 MPG | $2,750 per year | 201 hp | 4,079 lbs | $130,270 | ||||||||||||||
| Premium Plus S line AWD HEV | $53,900 | 26 MPG | $2,650 per year | 261 hp | 4,101 lbs | $117,100 | ||||||||||||||
| Premium Plus AT | $54,400 | 25 MPG | $2,750 per year | 268 hp | 4,244 lbs | $133,820 | ||||||||||||||
| Prestige 40 AT | $54,700 | 25 MPG | $2,750 per year | 201 hp | 4,079 lbs | $133,870 | ||||||||||||||
| Prestige S line AWD HEV | $57,100 | 26 MPG | $2,650 per year | 261 hp | 4,101 lbs | $120,300 | ||||||||||||||
| Prestige AT | $58,300 | 25 MPG | $2,750 per year | 268 hp | 4,244 lbs | $137,720 | ||||||||||||||
| Premium S line AWD PHEV | $58,500 | 26 MPG | $2,250 per year | 362 hp | 4,652 lbs | $121,450 | ||||||||||||||
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The Audi Q5 lineup has expanded from 9 trims in 2024 to 12 trims in 2025. Hybrid trims now represent 50% of the lineup, down from 67% in 2024. The entry price has increased $100 since 2024.
New trims since 2024
added 2025
- Premium 40 AT
- Premium AT
- Premium Plus 40 AT
- Premium Plus AT
- Prestige 40 AT
- Prestige AT
Trims no longer available
last available 2024
- Premium AWD GAS
- Premium Plus AWD GAS
- Prestige AWD GAS
Price changes since 2024
- Prestige S line AWD HEV $58,100 (2024) → $57,100 (2025) -$1,000
- Prestige S line AWD PHEV $67,700 (2024) → $66,700 (2025) -$1,000
- Premium Plus S line AWD HEV $53,000 (2024) → $53,900 (2025) +$900
- Premium Plus S line AWD PHEV $62,400 (2024) → $63,300 (2025) +$900
- Premium S line AWD HEV $48,200 (2024) → $48,800 (2025) +$600
View full trim timeline (2024–2025)
| Trim | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Premium AWD GAS | $45,300 26 MPG | — |
| Premium S line AWD HEV | $48,200 26 MPG | $48,800 26 MPG |
| Premium Plus AWD GAS | $50,100 26 MPG | — |
| Premium Plus S line AWD HEV | $53,000 26 MPG | $53,900 26 MPG |
| Prestige AWD GAS | $55,600 26 MPG | — |
| Prestige S line AWD HEV | $58,100 26 MPG | $57,100 26 MPG |
| Premium S line AWD PHEV | $58,500 26 MPG | $58,500 26 MPG |
| Premium Plus S line AWD PHEV | $62,400 26 MPG | $63,300 26 MPG |
| Prestige S line AWD PHEV | $67,700 26 MPG | $66,700 26 MPG |
| Premium 40 AT | — | $45,400 25 MPG |
| Premium AT | — | $49,900 25 MPG |
| Premium Plus 40 AT | — | $51,100 25 MPG |
| Premium Plus AT | — | $54,400 25 MPG |
| Prestige 40 AT | — | $54,700 25 MPG |
| Prestige AT | — | $58,300 25 MPG |
Compare Trim Costs
Select two trims and adjust your driving and financing to see how monthly costs compare. Only costs we can compute from EPA data and your inputs are shown. No estimates, no guesses.
Your driving & financing
You have seen what each trim costs. Now, how often does it break? RepairPal aggregates repair data from thousands of shops to answer that question.
How Reliable Is the 2025 Audi Q5?
RepairPal rates the 2025 Audi Q5 at 3.0 out of 5.0 for reliability, which is about average for mid-range SUVs. RepairPal ratings reflect repair frequency and cost data from a network of certified repair shops. Source: RepairPal.
Reliability ratings come from repair shops. Warranty terms come from Audi. Together, they give you both the historical track record and the manufacturer's commitment.
What Warranty Does the 2025 Audi Q5 Come With?
Audi provides the following warranty coverage for the 2025 Q5. Coverage periods start from the original purchase date and vary by component. Source: manufacturer-published warranty terms.
| Basic Warranty | 4yr/50k |
|---|---|
| Powertrain Warranty | 4yr/50k |
| Corrosion Warranty | 12yr/unlimited |
| Roadside Assistance | 4yr/unlimited |
What Are the 2025 Audi Q5 Specs?
Core specifications for the 2025 Audi Q5 as reported by the manufacturer. Figures may vary by trim, option packages, and production date. Source: manufacturer data.
EPA vehicle class: Mid-size SUV
| Engine | 2L I4 |
|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 - 362 hp |
| Power-to-Weight | 98.5 - 155.6 hp per ton |
| Price per HP | $162 - $272 |
| Torque | 236 - 369 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual |
| Drive Type | All-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Fuel Tank | 14.3 - 18.5 gal |
| Est. Range per Tank | 372 - 481 miles per tank (EPA combined) |
| Length | 184.3 - 185.7 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 74.5 - 74.8 in |
| Height | 65.3 - 65.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.9 - 111.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,079 - 4,652 lbs |
What Changed for the 2025 Audi Q5?
- Number of available trims changed
- Pricing changed across one or more trims
- EPA fuel economy ratings changed
- Recall status changed
That is the complete data picture for the 2025 Audi Q5. For a family vehicle, the safety ratings, recall history, and long-term cost data above are the sections that matter most. Data is refreshed periodically.
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2025 Audi Q5 FAQ
Which 2025 Audi Q5 trim has the lowest ownership cost?
Among 12 available trims, the Premium S line AWD HEV has the lowest estimated five-year ownership cost at $112,000, starting at $48,800 MSRP. The most expensive trim to own is about $137,720. See the full trim comparison table above for a side-by-side breakdown.
What vehicles compete with the 2025 Audi Q5?
The 2025 Audi Q5 competes with 2025 Tesla Model Y, 2025 Acura RDX, and 2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV based on price, size, and segment. Each of those vehicles has its own fact sheet with the same EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, and cost data shown here. Browse all 2025 SUVs.
What changed on the 2025 Audi Q5 from last year?
Compared to the previous model year, 6 new trims were added, 3 trims were dropped, and the entry price increased by $100 for the Audi Q5 lineup. See the trim evolution timeline above for full year-by-year pricing and availability details.
How much does a 2025 Audi Q5 cost per month to own?
Excluding your car payment, estimated monthly costs for the 2025 Audi Q5 include about $1,132 for insurance, maintenance, depreciation, and fees, plus roughly $188 for fuel. That puts non-payment running costs around $1,320 per month. These are estimates based on AAA class averages and EPA fuel data. Actual costs depend on your driving, location, and coverage.
Is the 2025 Audi Q5 available as a hybrid?
Yes, the 2025 Audi Q5 is available with a hybrid powertrain option alongside conventional powertrains. Hybrid trims typically offer better fuel economy at a higher starting price compared to conventional gas trims. See our Hybrid SUVs 2025 list.
Where is Audi based?
Audi is headquartered in Germany. Brand origin reflects where the company is based, not where individual vehicles are assembled. Many Audi vehicles sold in the U.S. are built at domestic or international plants. See our Germany-brand cars 2025 list.
What other Audi models are available for 2025?
Audi offers multiple models for 2025. Our Audi models page lists every available Audi vehicle with safety ratings, fuel costs, and ownership data.
What is the 2025 Audi Q5 safety rating?
The 2025 Audi Q5 earned a 5-star overall safety rating from NHTSA and has 0 recall campaigns on file. See the safety and recall sections above for the full breakdown, including IIHS results and specific recall details.
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