The 2020 Audi Q5's elevated safety profile includes 2 recall campaigns and 23 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

23V8420002023-13-12

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, Q5, and 2021-2022 A7 vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.

An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.

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19V7370002019-16-10

STRUCTURE:BODY

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi SQ5 and 2018-2020 Audi Q5 vehicles. The rear wheel arch cover trim may loosen and detach from the vehicle.

The detached trim may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2020 Audi Q5 has accumulated 23 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with electrical system leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Electrical System3

02Unknown Or Other3

03Engine3

04Steering,electrical System,service Brakes2

05Unknown Or Other,forward Collision Avoidance1

23 total across 1 model years (2020–2020)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Audi Q5 Fuel Economy

24–27mpg combined

22-25city

28-29hwy

$3,050-$3,400/yr

With 2 configurations tested, the 2020 Audi Q5 ranges from 24 to 27 MPG combined. That's a 3 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

Q5 - Automatic (AM-S7)

27mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

25 city29 hwy~$3,050/yr10/10 Clean

Q5 - Automatic (S7)

24mpg

2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

22 city28 hwy~$3,400/yr5/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2020 Audi Q5

32States

30%in top 3

If you're near California, you're in luck: 11% of listings are there. But with 32 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

CACalifornia

1,19711%

TXTexas

1,10010%

FLFlorida

1,0219%

NYNew York

7146%

NJNew Jersey

6516%

PAPennsylvania

5865%

DEDelaware

4995%

ILIllinois

4954%

GAGeorgia

4014%

COColorado

3673%

WAWashington

3463%

AZArizona

3083%

DCWashington DC

2833%

NCNorth Carolina

2632%

MDMaryland

2422%

MOMissouri

2292%

CT189

MI173

UT169

NH166

TN162

OH160

MA158

OR139

OK116

MN112

NV81

RI74

AL65

WI65

VA63

IN58

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2020.

Buying a 2020 Audi Q5?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2020 Audi Q5 a good car to buy?

The 2020 Audi Q5 has its strengths and its watch-outs. 2 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report electrical system as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2020 Audi Q5?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 2020 Audi Q5. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2020 Audi Q5?

You'll get between 24 and 27 MPG combined from the 2020 Audi Q5, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2020 Audi Q5?

Out of 23 owner complaints, electrical system issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.