Audi Q5 car lease deals

Performance and features

Every Q5 model in the range comes with a dual-clutch automatic gearbox and a four-wheel drive system that saves fuel by disengaging the rear wheels when cruising. Drivers have four suspension options to choose from, with every trim apart from Vorsprung utilising comfort dynamic suspension as standard, consisting of conventional steel springs and regular dampers. There’s also S Sport suspension, available as an upgrade on S Line and Black Edition trims to offer a slightly stiffer drive. Drivers can spring for adaptive air suspension to allow stiffness and ride height to be adjusted at the touch of a button, while the Vorsprung trim comes with adaptive dampers as standard.

The current Q5 is 90kg lighter than the old model to help reduce fuel consumption, with the Quattro ‘ultra’ part-time four-wheel drive system helping to boost engine efficiency. There are only two engines on offer - a 45 TDi diesel and a 45 TFSi petrol, with the entry-level 2.0-litre petrol engine offering eager revs, smooth drive and 248bhp, taking just 6.3 seconds to accelerate from 0-62mph. The 187bhp diesel gets the Q5 from 0-62mph in 7.9 seconds, with a seven-speed S tronic automatic gearbox and Quattro four-wheel drive available as standard across the range.

Interior technology

Every Q5 utilises a height-adjustable driver’s seat and a reach-adjustable steering wheel to optimise comfort, as well as offering four-way lumbar support and extendable seat bases. Audi’s Parking System Plus comes as standard across the range, with bright xenon headlights coming as standard on cheaper trims. The driver-focused dashboard features a 7.0-inch MMI infotainment system operated via a rotary controller and simple shortcut buttons to help drivers navigate the high-resolution screen, as well as access sat nav and smartphone mirroring. All models come with part or full leather seats and there’s the option to add ambient lighting, offering a choice of 30 colours for increased personalisation.