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2017 Audi Q5 AWD 2.0T quattro Premium

The 2017 Audi Q5 AWD 2.0T quattro Premium is a 211-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with an 8-speed tiptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $40,900 MSRP and is rated at 22 mpg combined.

It makes 211 horsepower at 4,300 rpm and 258 lb-ft of torque at 1500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 27 mpg highway (22 mpg combined).

The Q5 measures 182.6 inches long on a 110.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,079 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$40,900
MSRP with Destination$41,850
Destination Charge$950
Engine
Engine Type2.0L turbocharged inline-4 TFSI
Displacement2 L
Horsepower211 hp @ 4,300 rpm
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Bore and Stroke82.5 x 92.8
Compression Ratio9.6:1
Injection TypeTurbocharged/FSI
Drivetrain
Drive Typequattro all-wheel drive
Transmission
Transmission8-speed Tiptronic automatic
Fuel Economy
City20 MPG
Highway27 MPG
Combined22 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 Weight4,079 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

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (15.1 % risk)
Tested variant: 2017 Audi Q5 SUV AWD

Recalls

5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 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

May 3, 2017 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017 Audi Q5 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing defect within the gearbox, despite selecting the Park position, the vehicle may still unexpectedly roll.

Consequence: Despite selecting 'Park', if the parking brake is not applied, the vehicle may rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the geabox in the affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37K6.

NHTSA campaign 17V297000

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

42 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2017 Audi Q5

Owner Complaints

42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Audi Q5 (3 mention a crash, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine19
Fuel/Propulsion System5
Electrical System4
Service Brakes4
Steering4
Air Bags3
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jun 15, 2026 · Engine
“Coolant tank empty - leaking. Coolant leaking from the thermostat housing to engine. Had to replace the thermostat housing and reseal the valve cover Because the oil leak coming from the valve cover…”
May 14, 2026 · Structure, Engine
“My rear subframe is completely rotted out and the dealership I bought it from but a new inspection sticker sold it to me and told me it was perfect condition”
Jan 26, 2026 · Engine
“Oil consumption. Audi Q5 oil consumption in my car is not functioning properly. I have to put oil in it about every 3 weeks or less depending on how much I’m driving.”
Jan 20, 2026 · Engine
“Piston rings failure, large oil consumption and water pump leaking”
Dec 29, 2025 · Service Brakes
“On 12/13/25 around 8:00am in the morning. I was driving between 20-25 MPH and started to brake for the corner stop sign. I applied the break as I normally would however, the car continued to roll and…”

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 2017 AUDI Q5. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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