{"id":2433,"date":"2025-08-03T16:27:22","date_gmt":"2025-08-03T06:27:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/?p=2433"},"modified":"2025-07-28T12:28:50","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T02:28:50","slug":"review-2025-audi-q5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.motorscout.com.au\/wp-blog\/review-2025-audi-q5\/","title":{"rendered":"Review: 2025 AUDI Q5"},"content":{"rendered":"

The 2025 AUDI Q5<\/strong><\/a> lands in Australia with the sort of quiet confidence that tends to unsettle rivals. It looks sharper, feels more thoughtfully built inside, and brings useful gains in performance and efficiency across the range. The formula is familiar, yet the execution is neater. If you want a medium luxury SUV that plays the daily grind as well as a weekend away, the Q5<\/strong><\/a> is right in the strike zone.<\/p>\n

Pros and Cons<\/h2>\n

Pros:<\/strong> Classy 2025 Audi Q5<\/strong><\/a> interior quality, calm ride on Australian B\u2011roads, improved 2025 Audi Q5<\/strong><\/a> technology and driver assistance, wide spread of 2025 Audi Q5<\/strong><\/a> trim levels including a plug\u2011in hybrid.<\/p>\n

Cons:<\/strong> No fresh ANCAP star rating yet for this generation, options can inflate the 2025 Audi Q5<\/strong><\/a> price quickly, petrol models are not the thriftiest if you drive mostly in town.<\/p>\n

How Much Does It Cost?<\/h2>\n

Australian pricing for the 2025 AUDI Q5<\/strong><\/a> starts from $73,400 before on\u2011road costs and stretches into six figures for higher trims and the plug\u2011in hybrid. That covers Base, Sport, S line, and special\u2011appearance variants, with the 55 TFSI e PHEV sitting at the top. Treat those numbers as a guide because dealer charges and options vary by state and spec.<\/p>\n

Features and Benefits<\/h2>\n

Audi has tidied up the cabin so it feels clean and modern without trying too hard. The 2025 Audi Q5<\/strong><\/a> features large digital instruments, a crisp central display with navigation and smartphone mirroring, and practical touches like extra storage beneath the armrest and an inductive, cooled phone tray. Seats are well shaped, outward vision is sound, and material quality is consistent from front to back.<\/p>\n

Under the bonnet you will find a choice of mild\u2011hybrid four\u2011cylinders. The 35 TDI diesel is front\u2011drive and frugal. Step up to the 40 TDI or 45 TFSI and you get quattro with a 7\u2011speed dual\u2011clutch, with the 45 TFSI delivering 183 kW and 370 Nm for confident overtakes. There is also the 55 TFSI e plug\u2011in hybrid for buyers who want electric commuting with petrol backup. Towing up to 2,000 kg is available when properly equipped.<\/p>\n

If you enjoy gadgets, look for the Technik package that adds Matrix LED headlights, a head\u2011up display and a Bang & Olufsen 3D sound system. It is the kind of bundle that lifts the car from \u201cnice\u201d to \u201csmiles every time you drive it\u201d.<\/p>\n

Safety<\/h2>\n

The outgoing Q5<\/strong><\/a> had a five\u2011star ANCAP rating from 2017, which has now expired. This new\u2011generation 2025 model has not received a fresh ANCAP score at the time of writing, although it carries a long list of assistance tech: adaptive cruise with traffic jam assist, lane keeping, lane change warning, cross\u2011traffic assist, AEB with pedestrian detection, and plenty more. If a current rating is important to you, keep an eye on ANCAP updates.<\/p>\n

Running Costs<\/h2>\n

Official combined figures for the 2025 Audi Q5<\/strong><\/a> fuel efficiency start from 4.8 L\/100 km for the 35 TDI, around 5.9 L\/100 km for the 40 TDI, about 8.0 L\/100 km for the 45 TFSI petrol, and a headline 2.0 L\/100 km for the plug\u2011in hybrid on the test cycle. Real\u2011world results will vary, but the spread gives you clear levers to pull based on your driving pattern. Audi covers the Q5<\/strong><\/a> with a five\u2011year, unlimited\u2011kilometre warranty in Australia.<\/p>\n

Comparison To Its Competitors<\/h2>\n

The BMW X3<\/strong><\/a> feels a touch sportier in the corners, but its cabin design is more businesslike than warm. The Mercedes\u2011Benz GLC<\/strong> leans into a showy interior and comfort, though it can feel busier over rougher surfaces. Volvo\u2019s XC60<\/strong><\/a> remains a wellness lounge on wheels, yet its infotainment learning curve divides buyers. The 2025 AUDI Q5<\/strong><\/a>\u2019s appeal is the balance: easygoing ride quality, neat ergonomics, and an options list that lets you add just enough spice without turning the car into a rolling light show. If you want efficiency without range anxiety, the PHEV is a strong drawcard.<\/p>\n

2025 AUDI Q5 Review: Design, Pricing, Interior Space and On\u2011Road Impressions<\/h2>\n