2011 Audi Q5 Review and Features

2011 Audi Q5

Audi Q5

Audi Q5

Audi Q5

Audi Q5

Audi Q5

Audi Q5

Audi Q5

Audi Q5

Audi Q5


The 2011 Audi Q5 ranks 1 out of 8 Luxury Compact SUVs. This ranking is based on our analysis of 29 published reviews and test drives of the Audi Q5, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.
The 2011 Audi Q5 offers a complete package: refined and sporty performance, a luxurious interior and stunning exterior styling. The Q5’s main drawback? It’s nearly $35,000.
Among luxury compact SUVs, the Audi Q5 is almost as good as it gets. It comes standard with leather seats and wood trim, has good fuel economy, a respectable amount of cargo space and a lot of classy features -- like a leather wrapped steering wheel -- that make driving this car incredibly luxurious.
On top of that, the automotive press says that the Audi Q5 is a great driver. It’s one of the sportiest SUVs in the class, has spot-on handling and a suspension that absorbs road bumps well. The Q5 provides a smooth and comfortable ride for front and backseat passengers. Popular Mechanics says, "The Q5 does an incredible job balancing luxury with a genuinely sporting character.”
What’s the Q5’s biggest downfall? Its price. Starting at $35,200, the Q5 is one of the most expensive cars in the class and easily pushes $40,000 when you add optional features. You get a lot for the money, but there are other cars -- like the Volvo XC60, Cadillac SRX and the Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class -- that are a few thousand less but still offer good performance and fine interiors.