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2020 Audi Q5: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important change for the 2020 Audi Q5 is the new 55 TFSI e plug-in hybrid, which adds about 20 miles of electric driving. This is a lineup-expansion year rather than a redesign, with new Titanium versions and revised feature packaging as the other notable updates.
About the 2020 Audi Q5
2nd generation FY Q5 (2018-2020 pre-refresh), third model year and last year before the 2021 facelift.
Audi positions the Q5 as its do-everything compact luxury SUV: upscale enough to feel special every day, sized for normal family use, and confident in bad weather thanks to standard quattro all-wheel drive. Its main draw is the combination of a polished cabin, strong road manners, useful cargo room, and easy-to-live-with tech. Compared with many rivals, the Q5 leans more toward quiet comfort and clean design than flashy styling or outright sportiness.
The 2020 Q5 range spans the core 45 TFSI gas model, darker-looking Titanium versions, and the new 55 TFSI e plug-in hybrid. Premium Plus trims emphasize popular upgrades such as a panoramic sunroof, navigation, and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, while Prestige models add features such as adaptive cruise control, a head-up display, and a top-view camera.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The 55 TFSI e plug-in hybrid joins the lineup in Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige form. It provides about 20 miles of electric driving and standard all-wheel drive; the regular 45 TFSI gas powertrain is otherwise unchanged.
Styling
New Titanium versions of the gas Q5 add dark exterior trim and a sportier appearance without changing the core body design.
Tech
Feature packaging is reshuffled across the lineup, including bundled convenience and driver-assistance equipment on Titanium versions. There is no lineup-wide infotainment hardware update.
2020 Audi Q5 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch & S tronic | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch & S tronic | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch & S tronic | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch & S tronic | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch & S tronic | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch & S tronic | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch & S tronic | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch & S tronic | Automatic, 7-Spd w/Dual-Clutch & S tronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Plug-In Hybrid | Plug-In Hybrid | Gas | Plug-In Hybrid | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Horsepower | 248 hp | 248 hp | 362 hp | 362 hp | 248 hp | 362 hp | 248 hp | 248 hp | 248 hp |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft | 273 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 4400 lb | 4400 lb | 4400 lb | 4400 lb | 4400 lb | 4400 lb | 4400 lb | 4400 lb | 4400 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 60.4 cu-ft | 60.4 cu-ft | 60.4 cu-ft | 60.4 cu-ft | 60.4 cu-ft | 60.4 cu-ft | 60.4 cu-ft | 60.4 cu-ft | 60.4 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37.8 in | 37.8 in | 37.8 in | 37.8 in | 37.8 in | 37.8 in | 37.8 in | 37.8 in | 37.8 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 20 | 20 | 20 | ||||||
| MPGe Combined | 65 | 65 | 65 | ||||||
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||||||||
| Alarm System | |||||||||
| 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 | |||||||||
| LED Headlights | |||||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||||||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||||||
| Roof Rails | |||||||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | |||||||||
| Navigation System | |||||||||
| Premium Audio | |||||||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | |||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||||||
| Leather Seats | |||||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||||||
| Rear Window Shades | |||||||||
| Remote Start | |||||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||||||||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2020 Audi Q5?
The biggest change is the addition of the 55 TFSI e plug-in hybrid. It brings charging capability and about 20 miles of electric driving to the Q5 lineup.
Is the 2020 Audi Q5 a redesign?
No, the 2020 Audi Q5 is not a redesign. It remains part of the second-generation model introduced for 2018, with the main updates focused on new plug-in-hybrid and Titanium versions.
What is the 2020 Audi Q5 55 TFSI e?
The 2020 Q5 55 TFSI e is a plug-in hybrid with all-wheel drive and about 20 miles of electric driving. It was offered in Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige trims.
What changed with the 2020 Audi Q5 Titanium versions?
The 2020 Titanium versions add darker exterior trim, a sportier look, and bundled cabin, convenience, or driver-assistance equipment. They use the regular 45 TFSI gas powertrain and come in Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige forms.
Is the 2020 Audi Q5 much different from the 2019 model?
No, the regular gas Q5 is largely unchanged from 2019. The meaningful differences are the new 55 TFSI e plug-in hybrid, the new Titanium versions, and revised feature packaging.
2020 Audi Q5 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Audi Q5.
4.2
2020 Audi Q5
(248 reviews)
“Don't buy Audi because quality of engine. Timing belt will fail after 70K miles and 5 years”
“The Q5 is stylish and fun to drive. Practical but exciting. But check interior layout because it lacks common sense in its design.”