Fresh off a full redesign, the 2019 Audi Q5 is back with only minor changes. It hasn’t received the latest powertrain technologies, but it still carries the torch for Audi’s usual virtues: comfort, quality, and top-notch safety.
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What you must know before buying the Audi Q5- 2019 Audi Q5 can be reserved; 2018s still available
- Lease: From $429 per month for 36 months
- Finance: From 5.29% APR for 66 months
- Bonus cash: $750 + unadvertised discounts + $1,000 loyalty
Take it for a spin:
The new 2019 Q7 will arrive soon and can be ordered. Prices start at $43,945 MSRP for the 2019 2.0T Premium, compared to $42,475 MSRP (before discounts) for the 2018.
Meanwhile, dealer supplies of 2018 Q5s have improved, so you should have little trouble finding one to test drive. The outgoing lineup now features the Tech Value Package which represents a $1,300 savings compared to adding the included options separately.
Pricing on these models starts a little higher than any remaining 2018 inventory that doesn’t include the Tech Value Package as standard. Dealers may still carry both in stock; if so, look for “Technology Value Package” listed on the window sticker to know which is which.
The current offers listed below are available nationally and end on January 2, 2019.
This month's lease deals:
Promotional lease rates start as low as $429 (previously $459) per month for 36 months with $4,323 (previously $4,353) due at signing for the 2018 2.0T Premium with the new Tech Value Package (10,000 miles per year). With an effective monthly cost of $549, this is still not a great value considering the vehicle's MSRP.
Finance rates:
Promotional financing rates for 2018 models start at 5.29% APR for up to 66 months.
Extra credit:
Dealers in California are being incentivized by the manufacturer to sell their remaining 2018 inventories, which means you can get up to $2,000 off a 2018 if you buy in California and negotiate well this month. These discounts aren’t being advertised, and because dealers aren't obligated to pass along the savings, it’ll be up to you to get the deal you deserve.
Audi is also offering a $750 bonus credit on 2018 models regardless of where you buy.
In addition, current Audi owners and lessees can get $1,000 off a new 2018 when that vehicle is financed or leased through Audi Financial Services. No trade-in is required.
Take it for a spin:
The new 2019 Q7 will arrive soon and can be ordered. Prices start at $43,945 MSRP for the 2019 2.0T Premium, compared to $42,475 MSRP (before discounts) for the 2018.
Meanwhile, dealer supplies of 2018 Q5s have improved, so you should have little trouble finding one to test drive. The outgoing lineup now features the Tech Value Package which represents a $1,300 savings compared to adding the included options separately.
Pricing on these models starts a little higher than any remaining 2018 inventory that doesn’t include the Tech Value Package as standard. Dealers may still carry both in stock; if so, look for “Technology Value Package” listed on the window sticker to know which is which.
The current offers listed below are available nationally and end on January 2, 2019.
This month's lease deals:
Promotional lease rates start as low as $429 (previously $459) per month for 36 months with $4,323 (previously $4,353) due at signing for the 2018 2.0T Premium with the new Tech Value Package (10,000 miles per year). With an effective monthly cost of $549, this is still not a great value considering the vehicle's MSRP.
Finance rates:
Promotional financing rates for 2018 models start at 5.29% APR for up to 66 months.
Extra credit:
Dealers in California are being incentivized by the manufacturer to sell their remaining 2018 inventories, which means you can get up to $2,000 off a 2018 if you buy in California and negotiate well this month. These discounts aren’t being advertised, and because dealers aren't obligated to pass along the savings, it’ll be up to you to get the deal you deserve.
Audi is also offering a $750 bonus credit on 2018 models regardless of where you buy.
In addition, current Audi owners and lessees can get $1,000 off a new 2018 when that vehicle is financed or leased through Audi Financial Services. No trade-in is required.
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2019 Audi Q5 Overview
Willis Kuelthau, Automotive EditorWhat's New for 2019
The Q5 gets a few aesthetic and trim changes. Heated front seats are now standard, along with electric rear child locks, Audi Connect CARE, a seven-inch driver display, and roof crossbars. There’s a new Black Optic Package, and the Premium Plus trim gains a few standard infotainment perks.
Choosing Your Audi Q5
Audi is making a clear effort to bring hybrid and electric technologies to many of its cars, but the Q5 hasn’t gotten the memo yet. It’s powered by a single engine, a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder producing 248 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque. Power is sent through a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive is standard on every Q5. The combination is good for an EPA-estimated 22 miles per gallon city, 27 mpg highway, and 24 combined, which is average among similar vehicles.
Perhaps because of the newly standard heated seats, Audi has rearranged the Q5’s interior slightly for 2019. The result is more rear leg room, but less cargo capacity – the rear can only hold 25.1 cubic feet of luggage, expanding to 53.1 cubes with the seats down.
In the safety department, the Q5 is up to date. Audi’s pre sense suite of safety technologies is included on all Q5s, including low-speed automatic emergency braking. The upper trims get even more tech, up to adaptive cruise control and a limited AI-driven traffic jam pilot.
Three available trims delineate the feature set:
Premium
Despite being the cheapest Q5 at $43,945 (all prices include the $995 destination charge), the Premium is no slouch. Leather upholstery is standard, along with heated front seats, tri-zone automatic climate control, a 10-speaker audio system, and a seven-inch infotainment display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility. The exterior has 18-inch alloy rims, xenon headlights, roof rails, and automatic wipers.
The sole available package on this trim is a Convenience Package ($1,500), which adds eight-way power front seats with memory settings, keyless entry, remote start, heated and auto-dimming side mirrors, and satellite radio. The main standalone options are 19-inch wheels ($800), a panoramic sunroof ($1,450), and running boards ($1,100).
Premium Plus
Stepping up to the Premium Plus trim bumps starting price to $50,945. For the price, buyers get the panoramic sunroof included, along with 19-inch wheels and full LED headlights. The driver gets Audi’s impressive “virtual cockpit,” a 12.3-inch digital display that shows everything from audio controls to Google Earth. A few extra safety sensors join the array, including rear cross-traffic alert. Features from the Premium trim’s Convenience Package are also standard.
A Warm Weather Package ($1,450) swaps in ventilated sport seats for the front row, with rear side-window shades as a bonus. For the opposite climates, a Cold Weather Package ($750) adds heated rear seats and a heated three-spoke steering wheel. The Black Optic Package ($1,300) does exactly what it promises and blacks out the exterior. Options include 20-inch rims ($800) and a premium Bang & Olufsen sound system ($950). Nixing the sunroof is a no-cost option.
Prestige
For a starting price of $54,845, the Q5 Prestige pulls out the remaining stops. The premium sound system is standard, along with a surround-view camera and parking assist. The driver gets a head-up display, adaptive cruise control, active lane assist, and a limited AI traffic jam pilot.
The Warm Weather, Cold Weather, and Black Optic Packages all remain in place, and standalone options (where non-standard) remain the same as the Premium Plus trim.
CarsDirect Tip
The 2019 Audi Q5 Premium Plus gets excellent tech, but it sees a huge price hike. Better value is found in the base trim, which holds plenty of luxury for most buyers.
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