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2015 Audi Q5 AWD 3.0T quattro Premium Plus

The 2015 Audi Q5 AWD 3.0T quattro Premium Plus is a 272-hp 3.0-liter supercharged V6 with an 8-speed tiptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $45,400 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.

It makes 272 horsepower at 4,780 rpm and 295 lb-ft of torque at 2150 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).

The Q5 measures 182.6 inches long on a 110.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,345 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$45,400 ($62,257 *)
MSRP with Destination$46,325 ($63,526 *)
Destination Charge$925
Engine
Engine Type3.0L supercharged V6 TFSI
Displacement3 L
Horsepower272 hp @ 4,780 rpm
Torque295 lb-ft @ 2150 rpm
Bore and Stroke84.5 x 89.0
Compression Ratio10.3:1
Injection TypeSupercharged/FSI
Drivetrain
Drive Typequattro all-wheel drive
Transmission
Transmission8-speed Tiptronic automatic
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined21 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium
Suspension
Front SuspensionFive-link front suspension with stabilizer bar
Dimensions & Weight
Length182.6 in
Width74.7 in
Height65.2 in
Wheelbase110.5 in
Front Track63.7 in
Rear Track63.5 in
Ground Clearance7.9 in
Curb Weight4,345 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.4 in
Headroom Rear39 in
Legroom Front41 in
Legroom Rear37.4 in
Shoulder Room Front57.7 in
Shoulder Room Rear56.4 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (15.1 % risk)
Tested variant: 2015 Audi Q5 SUV AWD

Recalls

6 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Audi Q5. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Apr 11, 2018 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet, A5 Sedan and Audi Q5 vehicles, 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles and 2013-2016 Audi A4 Sedan and A4 allroad vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the pump.

Consequence: A blocked pump or a short-circuited pump can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pumps, free of charge. The recall began September 14, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number's for this recall is 19N3/19N4. Note: This recall is in additional to the coolant pump software update applied as a remedy under recall 17V002.

NHTSA campaign 18V229000

Oct 5, 2017 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Audi A5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad and Q5 vehicles. Contact corrosion within the electrical connector for the auxiliary heater may cause the heater wires to overheat or melt.

Consequence: The melted wires can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the auxiliary heater and, as necessary, update the software, free of charge. The Recall began November 27, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 80C5 and 80C6.

NHTSA campaign 17V622000

May 3, 2017 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 Audi Q5 and 2013-2017 Audi Q7 vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak.

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump flange if cracks are present. Flanges that do not have cracks will have a protective film applied. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began July 3, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20Z8. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 16V-660.

NHTSA campaign 17V298000

Jan 3, 2017 · VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Audi Q5 vehicles. The sunroof drainage system may allow water to soak into the foam surrounding the side head air bag inflator canister resulting in the corrosion of the canister. If this happens, the corrosion can weaken the canister and the inflator could fracture without air bag deployment, propelling fragments into the passenger compartment, striking and causing serious injury to vehicle occupants.

Consequence: An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inflator and either coat it or replace it, as necessary, after removing the surrounding foam, free of charge. The recall is expected to began March 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69P1.

NHTSA campaign 17V001000

Jan 3, 2017 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2013-2017 Audi A5, A5 Cabriolet and Q5 vehicles, 2013-2016 Audi Allroad and Audi A4 vehicles and 2012-2015 Audi A6 vehicles. These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can be blocked with debris from the cooling system, resulting in the pump overheating.

Consequence: If the coolant pump overheats, it can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will update the software so that the power supply to the coolant pump is deactivated if the pump becomes blocked with debris, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 20, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 19M1.

NHTSA campaign 17V002000

Jan 28, 2016 · AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicles manufactured January 15, 2015, to January 21, 2015, and 2015 Audi Q5 vehicles manufactured January 13, 2015, to February 3, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with driver and front seat passenger seat-mounted air bag inflators that may rupture in the event of a crash.

Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of a seat-mounted air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began July 7, 2016. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-822-2834 or Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69M1 (for Audi) and 69L9 (for VW).

NHTSA campaign 16V045000

100 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2015 Audi Q5

Owner Complaints

100 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2015 Audi Q5 (3 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine38
Steering14
Unknown Or Other14
Fuel/Propulsion System12
Engine And Engine Cooling8
Suspension8
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 21, 2026 · Structure
“The subframe in the Audi Q5 has plastic that is connected to the bottom of the subframe which traps salt, water and dirt which can lead to premature rusting and failure. Because this is where a lot of…”
Sep 10, 2026 · Engine
“Ever since I have purchased the vehicle it has consumed alot of engine oil. I have to add engine oil every two months. I have reached out to Audi regarding the issue with no response or help.”
Aug 18, 2026 · Unknown Or Other
“Bernardi Audi’s technician confirmed the rear subframe is rotted through (Repair Order #XXX/ Diagnostic Video: [XXX]), making the vehicle unsafe to drive.Given that this structural perforation falls…”
May 22, 2026 · Structure
“Vehicle failed inspection due to premature rust perforation damage of rear subframe caused by a plastic cover trapping water against the metal. Vehicle otherwise passed inspection.”
Jan 27, 2026 · Structure
“The contact owns a 2015 Audi Q5. The contact stated that the rear subframe was extremely rusted and could not pass a safety inspection. The vehicle was driven to the dealer, but the vehicle was not…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2015 AUDI Q5. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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