Audi Q5 review

Name: Audi Q5 review
Item: Audi Q5
Author: Car4Less

★★★★★

From R 865 470 at the Car4Less price

Overview

The quietly excellent premium SUV: supreme build, refined drivetrains and quattro sure-footedness. The Q5 does everything well, without shouting about it.

In this review we look at what the Audi Q5 offers South African buyers — its range and pricing, how it drives, what it's like to live with, and who it suits best. As a 5-door suv, it's built around the things families value most: a commanding driving position, generous space, easy access and the flexibility to handle everything from the school run to the open road.

Range and pricing

The Audi Q5 range spans 3 variants, giving you room to match the car to your budget and needs. At the Car4Less price it opens with the Q5 40TDI quattro Advanced from R 865 470 and stretches to the Q5 45TFSI quattro Black Edition at R 1 078 310 — every one below the manufacturer's retail price.

That spread means there's usually a sweet spot in the range — a variant that balances price against the features that matter to you. The full variant-by-variant pricing is laid out on the model page, so you can see exactly what each step up buys you.

Performance and driving

Power outputs run from 140kW to 183kW across the range, available with Diesel and Petrol power. Depending on variant, the 0–100km/h sprint ranges from about 6.3 to 7.9 seconds. For a 5-door suv, the Q5 is tuned for relaxed, confident family motoring rather than outright speed — comfortable around town and stable on the open road.

Most buyers in this class care less about raw numbers than about how a car feels in daily use — and on that score the Audi delivers the kind of unstressed, predictable driving experience that makes it easy to live with day after day.

Fuel economy and running costs

Claimed consumption ranges from 7.4 to 9.6 L/100km depending on variant and drivetrain. Those are respectable figures for the class, though as always your real-world number depends on how and where you drive.

Fuel is only part of the running-cost picture. Factor in insurance, tyres and servicing too — and remember that buying the Q5 below retail through Car4Less reduces the amount you finance, trimming your interest over the whole term as well.

Interior, safety and practicality

It seats 5, boot capacity is quoted at 360/992 and the fuel tank holds 70 litres. On the safety front, expect 6 airbags, alongside the active safety systems expected in this class.

Whatever the configuration, every Audi Q5 on Car4Less is a brand-new car with its full factory specification — not a stripped-out special. The model page lists the detailed specs so you can confirm exactly what each variant includes before you enquire.

Ownership and aftercare

Every Audi Q5 sold through Car4Less is brand new and delivered by the national Audi franchise dealer network with the manufacturer's full warranty and a 5 year / 100 000 km maintenance plan. Servicing and warranty work can be carried out at any Audi dealer in the country, so wherever you are, support is close by.

That national footprint is a real part of the ownership case. It means predictable servicing, easy access to parts, and the reassurance that your car can be looked after anywhere — all of which also helps protect its resale value down the line.

The Car4Less verdict

The Audi Q5 earns its place in our showroom on Audi's reputation and the value it offers in its class. It does the important things well, it's backed by a strong dealer network, and it's a car you can buy with confidence.

What seals it is the price. Because Car4Less lists the Q5 below the manufacturer's retail price — with the option of up to R3 000 a month back through the Payment Saver Plan for qualifying buyers — it's simply a smarter buy here than anywhere else. Browse the full variant line-up, compare it against its rivals, and enquire on WhatsApp when you're ready to drive one for less.

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Audi Q5 review — questions

Is the Audi Q5 a good car?+

The Audi Q5 is a strong choice in its class, backed by Audi's reputation and a national dealer and parts network. It covers the fundamentals — practicality, running costs and aftercare — well, and through Car4Less it's priced below the manufacturer's retail, which makes it an even smarter buy.

What does a Audi Q5 cost through Car4Less?+

From R 865 470 at the Car4Less price — below the manufacturer's retail price of R 1 018 200. A consultant confirms the exact current price before you order.

Does the Audi Q5 come with a warranty?+

Yes — every Audi Q5 is brand new and delivered through the Audi franchise dealer network with the manufacturer's full warranty and plan, exactly as you'd get buying from the dealer directly. You simply pay less for the car.

Where can I buy a Audi Q5 for less?+

Right here. Car4Less lists every Audi Q5 variant below retail, delivered brand new through the Audi dealer network. Enquire on the model page to get a current price and start the process.