The new Audi Q5 2026 arrives with quattro all-wheel drive, a 2.0 turbo engine with 272 hp, and 0 to 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds, betting on luxury and technology with a screen for the passenger, but charges up to R$ 485,000 for it.

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Published on 22/04/2026 at 20:12

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Audi Q5 2026 bets on luxury and technology with passenger screen, reinforces quattro identity and 2.0 turbo engine, but the price up to R$ 485 thousand places the premium SUV in the highest segment range.

The Audi Q5 2026 arrives with a straightforward proposal: to be a premium SUV for those who want quattro all-wheel drive, refined finishing, and an interior filled with screens and assistance features. In the mechanical set, it features a 2.0 turbo engine with direct injection, a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, and promises strong performance, with a maximum speed reported at 250 km/h.

However, the price is high. In the report, the price ranges between R$ 425 thousand and R$ 485 thousand, varying according to the version and equipment list. It’s the type of car that delivers luxury and technology, but also raises the obvious question: what does it offer that is so different to justify the price.

What the Audi Q5 2026 delivers at first glance: quattro, 2.0 turbo, and focus on performance

Audi Q5 2026 with quattro and 2.0 turbo engine brings passenger screen, but arrives with a price up to R$ 485 thousand.

The technical highlight of the Audi Q5 2026 is the combination of quattro all-wheel drive with a 2.0 turbo engine described as having direct injection and timing chain, and is noted as part of a family already common in Audi and Volkswagen, which, according to the report, tends to facilitate maintenance.

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The numbers that explain the SUV: 272 hp, 40.8 of torque, 250 km/h, and 0 to 100 between 6.2 s and 5.2 s

The performance is presented with two numbers in the report. One of them is the 0 to 100 reported at 6.2 seconds. The other is the time measured in the test, when the stopwatch marks 5.2 seconds. In practice, the message is that the SUV is fast for its size and delivers strong acceleration when required.

Other cited numbers help to dimension the set:

Reported maximum speed: 250 km/h
Quoted power-to-weight ratio: 6.8 kg per horsepower
Cited consumption: 8 in the city and 11 on the highway
Cited price: from R$ 425 thousand to R$ 485 thousand

Design and light signature: LED everywhere and animation when locking and unlocking

Visually, the Audi Q5 2026 is described with a more “slick” front, featuring a fully LED lighting system. A detail that adds to the sophistication package is the animation of the lights when locking and unlocking, which performs a kind of “welcome dance”.

At the rear, the lighting system also features LED and interconnected elements, reinforcing the model’s visual identity.

Trunk and space: 520 liters and up to 1,620 liters with folded seats

Audi Q5 2026 with quattro and 2.0 turbo engine brings screen for passenger, but arrives with a price of up to R$ 485 thousand.

For family use and travel, the Audi Q5 2026 bets on cargo capacity. The trunk is cited with 520 liters, and with the seats folded, it reaches 1,620 liters. There is a 12 V socket in the compartment and electric closure by button.

A criticized point is the absence of a spare tire. Instead, the model comes with a repair kit, which, in the presented evaluation, does not match the size of the trunk and the positioning of the car.

Luxurious and tech-filled interior: screen for passenger and three air zones

Inside, the Audi Q5 2026 is described as very well finished, with leather and soft touch in various areas. The car features a screen for the passenger, with access to information such as navigation and other support functions, in addition to a analog clock highlighted as a style item.

In the practical day-to-day aspects, items such as:

Large multimedia center
Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Native GPS
USB-C ports for rear occupants
Three-zone air conditioning

At the same time, there is criticism that air controls are concentrated on the screen, requiring more clicks for simple actions.

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The Audi Q5 2026 comes with a robust package of assistances mentioned in the report. Among the items mentioned are:

360 camera
Self-parking and exiting the parking space
Blind spot alert
Adaptive cruise control

In terms of airbags, frontal, side, and curtain airbags are mentioned, in addition to a airbag between the front seats to reduce the risk of collision between the driver and passenger in an accident.

What works against: high price, absence of HUD, simple key, and some discussable choices

Audi Q5 2026 with quattro and 2.0 turbo engine features a screen for the passenger, but comes with a price of up to R$ 485 thousand.

Even with the premium package, the report points out issues that are bothersome given the price charged. Among the cited criticisms:

Not having a head-up display
Key considered simple for the price range and no mention of starting the car remotely
The driving mode returns to individual mode when turning off and on
Instrument panel with fewer functions than before, despite better resolution
Lane assist described as only “more or less”, with limited operation at higher speeds

In summary, the assessment is that the car is very good “considering only its context,” but the price makes the buyer think twice when comparing it with other options available in the market.

In the end, would you pay up to R$ 485 thousand for the Audi Q5 2026 for the luxury package, technology, and quattro, or do you think that at this price range the cost outweighs the package?

The new Audi Q5 2026 arrives with quattro all-wheel drive, a 2.0 turbo engine with 272 hp, and 0 to 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds, betting on luxury and technology with a screen for the passenger, but charges up to R$ 485,000 for it.

Audi Q5 2026 bets on luxury and technology with passenger screen, reinforces quattro identity and 2.0 turbo engine, but the price up to R$ 485 thousand places the premium SUV in the highest segment range.

What the Audi Q5 2026 delivers at first glance: quattro, 2.0 turbo, and focus on performance

The numbers that explain the SUV: 272 hp, 40.8 of torque, 250 km/h, and 0 to 100 between 6.2 s and 5.2 s

Design and light signature: LED everywhere and animation when locking and unlocking

Trunk and space: 520 liters and up to 1,620 liters with folded seats

Luxurious and tech-filled interior: screen for passenger and three air zones

Safety and assistances: 360 camera, blind spot, and adaptive cruise control

What works against: high price, absence of HUD, simple key, and some discussable choices

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The new Audi Q5 2026 arrives with quattro all-wheel drive, a 2.0 turbo engine with 272 hp, and 0 to 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds, betting on luxury and technology with a screen for the passenger, but charges up to R$ 485,000 for it.

Audi Q5 2026 bets on luxury and technology with passenger screen, reinforces quattro identity and 2.0 turbo engine, but the price up to R$ 485 thousand places the premium SUV in the highest segment range.

What the Audi Q5 2026 delivers at first glance: quattro, 2.0 turbo, and focus on performance

The numbers that explain the SUV: 272 hp, 40.8 of torque, 250 km/h, and 0 to 100 between 6.2 s and 5.2 s

Design and light signature: LED everywhere and animation when locking and unlocking

Trunk and space: 520 liters and up to 1,620 liters with folded seats

Luxurious and tech-filled interior: screen for passenger and three air zones

Safety and assistances: 360 camera, blind spot, and adaptive cruise control

What works against: high price, absence of HUD, simple key, and some discussable choices

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