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2025 Audi Q5 (3rd Generation)
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Audi Q5 (2026) Launch Review
What does the new Audi Q5 SUV cost in SA?
The below prices include a 1-year/unlimited kilometre warranty and a 5-year/100 000 km maintenance plan.
Q5 TFSI 200 kW quattro S line R1 295 000
Q5 TFSI 200 kW quattro S line Black R1 350 000
SQ5 TFSI 270 kW quattro R1 510 000
SQ5 TFSI 270 kW quattro Black R1 565 000
What does the new Audi Q5 Sportback cost in SA?
Q5 Sportback TDI 150 kW quattro S line R1 275 000
Q5 Sportback TDI 150 kW quattro S line Black R1 330 000
Q5 Sportback TFSI 200 kW quattro S line R1 365 000
Q5 Sportback TFSI 200 kW quattro S line Black R1 420 000
SQ5 Sportback TFSI 270 kW quattro R1 580 000
SQ5 Sportback TFSI 270 kW quattro Black R1 635 000
Summary
Has the new Audi Q5 been worth the wait? Yes. It combines sharper styling, a cutting-edge cabin and a well-rounded engine line-up that hits the sweet spot for the local market while retaining its signature mix of comfort and sportiness. (A plug-in hybrid powertrain exists globally, but is unlikely to arrive locally anytime soon).
Audi South Africa has a busy road ahead. Following the recent local arrival of the Q3 and this Q5 rollout, next year will see the introduction of the all-new Q7, SQ7 and flagship Q9.
What does the new Audi Q5 SUV cost in SA?
The below prices include a 1-year/unlimited kilometre warranty and a 5-year/100 000 km maintenance plan.
Q5 TFSI 200 kW quattro S line R1 295 000
Q5 TFSI 200 kW quattro S line Black R1 350 000
SQ5 TFSI 270 kW quattro R1 510 000
SQ5 TFSI 270 kW quattro Black R1 565 000
What does the new Audi Q5 Sportback cost in SA?
Q5 Sportback TDI 150 kW quattro S line R1 275 000
Q5 Sportback TDI 150 kW quattro S line Black R1 330 000
Q5 Sportback TFSI 200 kW quattro S line R1 365 000
Q5 Sportback TFSI 200 kW quattro S line Black R1 420 000
SQ5 Sportback TFSI 270 kW quattro R1 580 000
SQ5 Sportback TFSI 270 kW quattro Black R1 635 000
Summary
Has the new Audi Q5 been worth the wait? Yes. It combines sharper styling, a cutting-edge cabin and a well-rounded engine line-up that hits the sweet spot for the local market while retaining its signature mix of comfort and sportiness. (A plug-in hybrid powertrain exists globally, but is unlikely to arrive locally anytime soon).
Audi South Africa has a busy road ahead. Following the recent local arrival of the Q3 and this Q5 rollout, next year will see the introduction of the all-new Q7, SQ7 and flagship Q9.
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Review: 2026 Audi Q5 TDI Sportback
Verdict
The new Q5 is an amalgamation of well-considered aesthetics, inside and out, spacious cabin and punchy powertrain options. As such, the Q5 continues to make a good case for itself in the premium midsize-SUV segment. The cabin is comfortable, neatly laid out and capacious. The Q5 is also pleasing to drive with its well-weighted steering setup and supple ride quality.
With its smooth power delivery, the 2.0 TDI-powered model is arguably the pick of the bunch. The turbodiesel powertrain is refined, punchy and frugal.
The new Q5 is not without its faults, though. While perceived quality is good, it’s not necessarily class-leading, and we do think that several of the options specified to our car should be standard equipment.
Audi Q5 TDI quattro Sportback S line specifications
Price: R1 275 000
Powertrain: 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbodiesel + 48 V mild-hybrid technology
Transmission: seven-speed dual-clutch
Driven wheels: all
Power: 150 kW @ 3 800-4 200 r/min
Torque: 400 N.m @ 1 750-3 250 r/min
0-100 km/h: 7.4 seconds (claimed)
Top speed: 226 km/h (claimed)
Fuel consumption: 5.1 L/100 km (claimed)
CO2 emissions: 135 g/km (claimed)
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Verdict
The new Q5 is an amalgamation of well-considered aesthetics, inside and out, spacious cabin and punchy powertrain options. As such, the Q5 continues to make a good case for itself in the premium midsize-SUV segment. The cabin is comfortable, neatly laid out and capacious. The Q5 is also pleasing to drive with its well-weighted steering setup and supple ride quality.
With its smooth power delivery, the 2.0 TDI-powered model is arguably the pick of the bunch. The turbodiesel powertrain is refined, punchy and frugal.
The new Q5 is not without its faults, though. While perceived quality is good, it’s not necessarily class-leading, and we do think that several of the options specified to our car should be standard equipment.
Audi Q5 TDI quattro Sportback S line specifications
Price: R1 275 000
Powertrain: 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbodiesel + 48 V mild-hybrid technology
Transmission: seven-speed dual-clutch
Driven wheels: all
Power: 150 kW @ 3 800-4 200 r/min
Torque: 400 N.m @ 1 750-3 250 r/min
0-100 km/h: 7.4 seconds (claimed)
Top speed: 226 km/h (claimed)
Fuel consumption: 5.1 L/100 km (claimed)
CO2 emissions: 135 g/km (claimed)
Review: 2026 Audi Q5 TDI Sportback
The new Audi Q5 has officially landed in South Africa. We sampled the third generation in 2.0 TDI Sportback format in Cape Town...
www.carmag.co.za