2022 Audi Q5 Sportback S line
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- Photo: Audi Q5 FY Washington DC Metro Area, USA by OWS Photography, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi Q5 (FY) Washington DC Metro Area, USA (2) by OWS Photography, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Moscow, Audi Q5 bright deep blue, Sept 2025 03 by Retired electrician, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2019 Audi Q5 Sport 2.0 TFSI Quattro (13) by Bindydad123, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2019 Audi Q5 Sport 2.0 TFSI Quattro (22) by Bindydad123, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback S line is a 261-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a 7-speed s tronic dual-clutch automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $45,800 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
It makes 261 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
The Q5 measures 184.6 inches long on a 111.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,079 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $45,800 |
| MSRP with Destination | $46,895 |
| Destination Charge | $1,095 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 TFSI |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 261 hp |
| Torque | 273 lb-ft |
| Bore and Stroke | 82.5 x 92.8 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | quattro all-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch automatic |
| 1st Gear | 3.188 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.19 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.517 |
| 4th Gear | 1.057 |
| 5th Gear | 0.738 |
| 6th Gear | 0.508 |
| 7th Gear | 0.386 |
| Reverse | 2.75 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 23 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | 5-link independent |
| Rear Suspension | 5-link independent |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 184.6 in |
| Width | 74.5 in |
| Height | 65.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 111 in |
| Front Track | 63.6 in |
| Rear Track | 63.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,079 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback S line with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Audi Q5. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
May 7, 2025 · 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.
Consequence: The screws can loosen, allowing oil to leak and increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the screws as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 15ZK.
NHTSA campaign 25V294000
Feb 12, 2025 · 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.
Consequence: A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software , free of charge. Volkswagen will monitor available online vehicle data and contact owners as necessary, to advise them not to charge the vehicle until the battery can be replaced. For vehicles in which online data is unavailable, owners are advised not to charge their batteries until the final remedy becomes available. Repairs will be performed free of charge. This will be a Phased recall. Phase 1 will include Interim letters 2022-2023 model year vehicles. Phase 2 will include Owner letters 2021-2024 model year vehicles, and Phase 3 will include Interim letters 2022-2023 model year vehicles. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed February 28, 2025, and May 7, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93AA. This recall expands and replaces previous NHTSA recall number 24V898.
NHTSA campaign 25V080000
Nov 27, 2024 · 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.
Consequence: A high-voltage battery that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install advanced diagnostic software as the final remedy, anticipated to be available in the second quarter of 2025. Volkswagen will monitor available online vehicle data and contact owners as necessary, to advise them not to charge the vehicle until the battery can be replaced. For vehicles in which online data is unavailable, owners are advised not to charge their batteries until the final remedy becomes available. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 1, 2025. Owners may contact Volkswagen Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 93AA. This recall has been replaced by NHTSA recall number 25V080.
NHTSA campaign 24V898000
Dec 13, 2023 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, Q5, and 2021-2022 A7 vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
Consequence: An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93U6 and 93U8.
NHTSA campaign 23V842000
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2022 AUDI Q5. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.