Generations
- Audi launched the first generation of the Q5 in 2008.
- The redesigned Q5 reached the market in autumn 2020.
- Since 2025 Audi has been selling the third generation.
Check the generation and year of manufacture in the car’s documents.
How to choose a used Audi Q5
The Audi Q5 on offer can differ in engine, gearbox, drive and equipment, so always judge the specific car rather than the model as a whole.
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Service history
Check that the service records match the mileage and that the car’s documented history is available. You can ask about the documents before you visit.
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The specific engine
Fuel, power and consumption differ from car to car. Use the fuel and power filters and compare the details of each car with how you will actually use it.
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Gearbox
The gearbox type is listed in each car’s detail. During a test drive, pay attention to how smoothly it shifts and how it responds to the accelerator.
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Drive
Check whether the car has all-wheel drive. You can switch on the 4×4 drive filter in the offer; the exact specification is in the car’s detail.
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Equipment and overall condition
Compare equipment between cars and, during the inspection, check the condition of the tyres and brakes and the function of the electronics and driver assistance systems.
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Inspection and test drive
For available cars you can book a test drive in the car’s detail. If you cannot come in person, the car can also be shown to you live, remotely.
Audi Q5: good to know
The information is based on Audi press releases and technical data and always relates to the generation, version and period stated. Check it against the documents and technical data of the specific car.
Q5 and Q5 Sportback
Audi launched the Q5 Sportback in the first half of 2021 as a sister model of the Q5 with its own body. Both versions can therefore be on offer; for a specific car, check which one it is.
Engine designations
Designations such as 40 TDI, 45 TFSI or 50 TFSI e indicate the engine type (TDI is a diesel, TFSI a petrol engine, TFSI e a plug-in hybrid) and the power level. Versions with the same engine type can therefore differ in the number of cylinders, capacity and gearbox.
| Version | Output | Engine | Gearbox | Drive |
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| 40 TDI quattro | 150 kW | 2.0 TDI, inline four-cylinder, 1968 cc | 7-speed S tronic | quattro with ultra technology |
| 45 TFSI quattro | 195 kW | 2.0 TFSI, inline four-cylinder, 1984 cc | 7-speed S tronic | quattro with ultra technology |
| 50 TDI quattro | 210 kW | 3.0 TDI V6, 2967 cc | 8-speed tiptronic | permanent quattro all-wheel drive |
Versions with the same engine type designation differ in engine and gearbox. The figures apply only to this generation, version and period.
Always check the engine, the power in kW and the gearbox of the specific car.
Plug-in hybrid
The plug-in hybrid version of the Q5, designated TFSI e, has been on the market since 2019. Battery capacity and all-electric range can differ by generation and version, so check them in the technical data of the specific car.
Drive and gearbox
Audi’s figures always refer to a specific version and period. The Q5 Sportback launched in 2021 is summarised in the table above (status 11/2020).
For the third generation, Audi’s press release at its market launch (Germany and other European countries from the first quarter of 2025) states, for the range described at that time:
- a seven-speed S tronic in all models
- the 2.0 TDI only with quattro
- the 2.0 TFSI with quattro as an option
These figures describe the offer at market launch; later versions may differ. Always check the gearbox and drive of the car you choose.
Frequently asked questions about the used Audi Q5
What should I look for when buying a used Audi Q5?
Mainly the service history, whether the mileage matches the documents, the specific engine, gearbox type and drive, the equipment and the overall condition of the car. A more detailed overview is in the section How to choose a used Audi Q5.
Can I view an Audi Q5 remotely?
Yes. Before your visit, a salesperson can show you the car live over video. See the Online tour page.
Can a used Audi Q5 be financed?
Yes, we offer vehicle financing. Instalments, repayment period and down payment are tailored individually; see the Financing page for the terms.
What warranty applies to a used Audi Q5?
The warranty depends on the specific car. Cars that meet the conditions include a one-year warranty in the price, and it can be extended by up to 5 years; the conditions differ for older cars, cars with high mileage and electric cars. Check the terms for the car you choose and on the Warranty page.
What if no Audi Q5 is in stock right now?
Set up a watchdog. We will email you as soon as a matching car is in stock.
How can I tell that a car is no longer available?
On the car cards, reserved cars are marked “REZERVACE” (reserved), cars not yet on sale “Připravujeme k prodeji” (coming soon) and sold cars “PRODÁNO” (sold). Sold cars stay in the list only briefly and after the available ones.
What is the difference between the Audi Q5 and the Q5 Sportback?
According to Audi, the Q5 Sportback is a sister model of the Q5 launched in the first half of 2021; it has its own body. You can tell which version a specific car is from its name and its detail page.
What does TFSI e mean on the Audi Q5?
TFSI e denotes the plug-in hybrid version of the Q5, which has been on the market since 2019. Check the battery capacity and electric range in the technical data of the specific car.
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