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2019 Audi Q5: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2019 Audi Q5 is a light update rather than a redesign. The main change is more standard equipment, led by heated front seats and a 7-inch color driver display on the base Premium trim.
About the 2019 Audi Q5
2nd gen (FY, 2018-2020 pre-refresh), second model year
Audi positions the Q5 as a compact luxury SUV that blends everyday usefulness with a more athletic feel than many rivals. The brochure leans on its clean styling, standard quattro all-wheel drive, strong turbo power, and a roomy, high-quality cabin. For most buyers, the Q5’s appeal is that it can handle commuting, family duty, bad-weather driving, and weekend travel in one polished package, without giving up the quick responses and upscale feel people expect from the brand.
The Premium is a well-equipped starting point, with a turbo four-cylinder engine, all-wheel drive, heated power front seats, smartphone integration, and a power tailgate. Premium Plus adds navigation, a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, and a panoramic sunroof, while Prestige brings adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance, a head-up display, and a surround-view camera.
What changed, by category
Styling
Aluminum window surrounds became standard across the lineup.
Safety
Rear power child locks became standard on every Q5. Prestige also gained standard adaptive cruise control with low-speed traffic assist, lane-keeping assistance, park steering assist, automatic high beams, and traffic sign recognition.
Tech and comfort
Heated front seats and a 7-inch color driver display became standard across the lineup. Premium Plus gained standard navigation with an 8.3-inch screen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, wireless charging, and rear USB charging ports. The separate Technology Value Package variants were dropped.
2019 Audi Q5 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 7-Spd S tronic Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 7-Spd S tronic Dual-Clutch | Automatic, 7-Spd S tronic Dual-Clutch |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 27 mpg | 27 mpg | 27 mpg |
| Horsepower | 252 hp | 252 hp | 252 hp |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 4400 lb | 4400 lb | 4400 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 60.4 cu-ft | 60.4 cu-ft | 60.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37.8 in | 37.8 in | 37.8 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Cruise Control | |||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | |||
| Active Lane Keep Assistance | |||
| Park Assist | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Top View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Rear Window Shades | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2019 Audi Q5 redesigned?
No. The 2019 Audi Q5 carries over the second-generation body, cabin layout, and basic mechanical setup introduced for 2018. Its changes center on added standard equipment.
What is the biggest difference between the 2019 and 2018 Audi Q5?
The biggest difference is that the 2019 Q5 has more standard equipment. Heated front seats, a 7-inch color driver display, rear power child locks, and aluminum window surrounds became standard across the range.
Did the 2019 Audi Q5 get a new engine?
No. The 2019 Q5 retains its 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, seven-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive.
What changed on the 2019 Audi Q5 Premium Plus?
The 2019 Q5 Premium Plus gained standard navigation with an 8.3-inch screen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, wireless phone charging, and two rear USB charging ports.
What changed on the 2019 Audi Q5 Prestige?
The 2019 Q5 Prestige gained several standard driver-assistance features, including adaptive cruise control with low-speed traffic assist, lane-keeping assistance, park steering assist, automatic high beams, and traffic sign recognition.
2019 Audi Q5 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Audi Q5.
4.1
2019 Audi Q5
(284 reviews)
“Get the S model and with Performance pkg and dynamic steering! The base Q5 is a dog, underwhelming.”
“If you want a sharp looking SUV that drives like a car, yet can handle towing, this is it.”