Is the 2023 Audi Q5 a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B+7.5/10
The 2023 Audi Q5 Premium Plus is a solid luxury SUV option offering excellent comfort and technology, but be prepared for higher maintenance expenses.
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Pros
- Luxurious interior with high-quality materials
- Smooth and comfortable ride
- Advanced safety features and technology
Cons
- Limited rear passenger space
- Expensive maintenance and repair costs
- Fuel economy could be better
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
23 mpg
Maintenance cost
$1,500/yr
Expected lifespan
150,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Minor electronic glitches
- Occasional rattling noise
- Some users reported infotainment system lag
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (5)
The 2023 Audi Q5 has 5 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Engine (campaign 25V294000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Air Bags — Sensor — Occupant Classification — Front Passenger — Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2023 Audi S5 Cabriolet, A4 Allroad, Q5 Sportback, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, SQ7, TT Coupe, TT Roadster, RS5 Sportback, 2024 A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Spo…
- Electrical System — Propulsion System — Traction Battery — Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Audi Q5 PHEV and 2022 Audi A7 PHEV vehicles. The high-voltage battery may overheat.…
- Electrical System — Propulsion System — Traction Battery — Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Audi Q5, and 2022 A7 E Hybrid Electric PHEV vehicles. The high-voltage battery may overheat.…
- Engine — Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 Q5 Quattro and Q5 Sportback Quattro vehicles. The cylinder head cover screws may have been improperly tightened.…
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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