Last updated: 2026-10-10

2023 Audi Q5
RELIABILITY SCORE: 71/100 (GOOD)

2023 Audi Q5 Reliability Report

The 2023 Audi Q5 has good reliability and just 6 owner complaints, but two engine recalls and early liftgate sensor faults deserve a check.

Recalls

2

Complaints

6

Complaint Rate

1.1per 10,000 sold

Est. Repair Cost

$928

Annual Fuel Cost

$2,650–$2,750

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity73/100

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs60/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact80/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity75/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Good standing among the stronger Q5 years, with few complaints and a 5-star crash rating, but two engine-area recalls to verify.

Top Issues to Watch

  • ENGINE (1)
  • STEERING (1)
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (1)

Should You Buy the 2023 Audi Q5?

Reliability is good for this model year, and it ranks among the stronger of the nine Q5 years we score. Against other 2023 SUVs it lands close to average. The 2022 rates worse and the 2024 rates about the same, so this year holds its own within the lineup. Independent repair-cost data puts model-wide upkeep at $928 a year, above the $807 typical for its class.

Owners filed 6 complaints, or 1.1 per 10,000 sold. The one symptom with a mileage attached is liftgate sensor malfunctions, which start early, between 0 and 2,000 miles. One complaint involved a crash and two involved injuries. Federal recall records list 2 recalls, both in the engine area, with one covering engine cooling as well. Crash-test results are strong at 5 of 5 stars.

Ask the seller for proof that both engine recalls were completed. On a test drive, run the liftgate through several open and close cycles. The 2024 is a fair alternative with a similar standing.

Compared to the 2024 Audi Q5, which scored 1 points lower. See also the 2022 Audi Q5 for an earlier comparison.

Pros

  • +Acceptable reliability score
  • +Low major repair risk (9%)
  • +Low recall count
  • +Below-average complaint rate for SUV

Cons

  • −Above-average repair costs for its class
  • −Frequent unscheduled repairs
  • −ENGINE (1)

Compare 2023 Audi Q5 With

Common Problem Categories

Safety

LOW RISK
  • 2 manufacturer recalls issued

Other

HIGH RISK
  • ENGINE (1)
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

Recall Overview

2

recalls on record

The 2023 Audi Q5 carries 2 recalls — a low count. Authorized dealers repair any open recall free of charge, regardless of warranty status.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

1.1

per 10,000 sold

Segment avg: 11.3

LowAvgHigh
Very Low

Safety Incidents

1

Crashes

0

Fires

2

Injuries

0

Deaths

★★★★★

NHTSA 5/5 Stars

Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.

2023 Audi Q5 Recall Details

2 recalls have been issued for the 2023 Audi Q5. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.

25V2940002025-05-07

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.

22V7530002022-10-07

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Audi Q5 Sportback, Q5, 2022-2023 Volkswagen Atlas FL, and Atlas Cross Sport vehicles. The engine connecting rod bearings may become damaged, which can result in engine failure.

Consequence

A damaged engine can result in engine failure and a stall, increasing the risk of a crash. If the engine failure causes an oil leak, it can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace an affected engine, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 6, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 13i4 (VW) and 13i5 (Audi).

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2023 Audi Q5? Check its history first

Engine problems lead owner complaints about the 2023 Audi Q5, and 2 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.

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  • Accidents
  • Open Recalls
  • Title History
  • Odometer Rollback

2023 Audi Q5 NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Overall safety rating: 5 out of 5
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 5/5Passenger: 5/5

Rollover risk: 16.4%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Not Available)Additional Air Bags (Not Available)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard/Optional)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row/Roof)

PHEV Powertrain

Rollover risk: 0.0%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Not Available)Additional Air Bags (Not Available)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard/Optional)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row/Roof)
View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Audi Q5Repair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

3Maintenance rating: 3 out of 5

Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.

Est. Annual Maintenance

$928

vs $807 avg for luxury midsize SUVs

vs $652 avg for all vehicles

Repair Frequency

1.2

unscheduled repair visits per year

Severe Repair Probability

9%

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

Q5
$928
Category Avg
$807
All Vehicles
$652

Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.

Audi Q5 Resale Value

The Audi Q5 is estimated to retain about 49.3% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.

This benchmark covers the Audi Q5 model overall and is not specific to the 2023 model year.

Value Retained
49.3%

after 5 years

Depreciation
50.7%

over the same period

Listings Analyzed
155

U.S. used-car listings

Listings observed in . This is a historical market benchmark, not a current price quote.

Explore Audi Q5 depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.com

MPG & Annual Running Costs

Plug-in Hybrid

25–26 MPG

Running cost: $3,600–$3,700/yr

Fuel + repair

22–25 city / 27–29 hwy MPG

Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2023 EPA label cycle.

Plug-in Hybrid trims
TrimDriveTrans.CityHwyCombFuel Cost
Q5 TFSI e quattro 2.0L 4-cylAll-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AM-S7)252726$2,650

Used Buying Checklist

Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2023 Audi Q5.

  • Inspect liftgate sensor for unintentional activation

  • Test trunk door for proper manual operation and ensure it stays open

  • Verify recall status with dealer before purchase

  • Test vehicle stability during lane changes and on curves

2023 Audi Q5 Common Problems by Component

6 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

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ENGINE (1)UNKNOWN OR OTHER (1)STEERING (1)VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (1)STRUCTURE (1)ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1)

ENGINE

1 complaint
2022-11-24

WA15AAFY9P2019936 New Car with ReCall beign sold by the dealer.

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint
2022-12-05

Once the car is programmed to open/close your garage door, the car must be running in order to use this feature. This means that you must start the car BEFORE opening the garage door when you want to pull out and likewise you need to close the garage door before turning off the motor when you pull into the garage. I consider this a safety defect. The garage door should always be open before you start the car and the car should be off before you close the door.

STEERING

1 complaint
2023-01-15

Brand new vehicle with less than 1000 miles. Whenever I take an exit from highyway vehicle's rear wheel slips and shakes. It shakes and slips when I change lanes in a curvy highway such as Hardy Toll Road in Houston. Happened several times. I am taking it to the dealer this week to have it checked out. I suspect that a recall may be needed here!

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (1 complaints)

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 complaintSafety-related
2023-06-09Crash reported2 injuries

The contact owns a 2023 Audi Q3. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH over a speed pump the driver pressed the brake pedal while approaching a stop sign when suddenly the vehicle accelerated forward at a high rate of speed and crashed into a fence and brick wall. During the crash, the driver sustained a fractured nose, head and face lacerations, neck and lumbar pains, and a right arm laceration which required stitches. The front passenger sustained neck, lumbar and chest injuries. Both occupants required immediate medical treatment. A police report was taken at the scene and the vehicle was towed away and later listed as destroyed by the insurance company. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 1,030.

STRUCTURE (1 complaints)

STRUCTURE

1 complaint
2023-03-06

The contact owns a 2023 Audi Q5. The contact stated that after opening the trunk door and reaching into the trunk, the trunk door inadvertently released, and the door struck the contact on the neck. No medical attention was sought. The contact stated that the trunk door was difficult to manually raise up. The contact heard a beeping sounding and was able to get out of the way before the trunk closed independently. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacture was not contacted. The failure mileage was 1,820.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1 complaints)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 complaint
2023-10-05

The contact owns a 2023 Audi Q5. The contact stated that while using the liftgate to load or unload the rear cargo compartment, the motion-sensor used to activate the liftgate would close or open the liftgate due to the slightest movement. The contact stated that he had been struck on the head by the liftgate after barely moving his foot near the sensor while loading the vehicle. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that there was no fix for the failure. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 856.

When Do 2023 Audi Q5 Problems Start?

Based on owner complaint patterns, here's when common issues tend to appear.

0–2,000 milesLiftgate sensor malfunctions

Best & Worst Audi Q5 Years

Best Audi Q5 Years to Buy

Top Pick
71
Good

2023

(Current Model)

2Recalls
6Complaints
70
Good

2024

5Recalls
26Complaints
69
Good

2020

6Recalls
22Complaints

Audi Q5 Years to Avoid

Audi Q5 Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Audi Q5 reliability scores by year
YearScoreRating
201860/100Good
201969/100Good
202069/100Good
202166/100Good
202268/100Good
202371/100Good
202470/100Good
202576/100Good
202676/100Good

Audi Q5 Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
YearScorevs Prior YearRatingRecallsComplaints
202676/1000Good00
202576/100+6Good015
202470/100-1Good526
2023(selected)71/100+3Good26
202268/100+2Good839
202166/100-3Good16126
202069/1000Good622
201969/100+9Good540
201860/100—Good7197

2023 Audi Q5 Reliability by Powertrain

The 2023 Audi Q5 is available with 2powertrain options. Here's how they compare on reliability.

Reliability comparison across powertrain options
PowertrainComplaintsRecallsIncidents*Crash Rating
Gas6215 out of 5
PHEV000N/T
Total621

NHTSA tracks complaints by vehicle configuration when that detail is available. Model-level reports that do not identify a specific powertrain are included in Total but not assigned to a row. A plus sign indicates a confirmed minimum; — means no complaints could be attributed to that specific powertrain. N/T = Not tested by NHTSA.

* Incidents = crash + fire reports. A single complaint can include multiple incident types.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2023 Audi Q5 reliable?
Yes, its reliability standing is good. It ranks among the stronger of the nine Q5 model years we score and sits close to average against other 2023 SUVs. Owners filed only 6 complaints. Repair costs run above its class, so budget for that.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Audi Q5?
Owner complaints are few, so no large pattern emerges. The one problem with a mileage given is liftgate sensor malfunctions, which begin between 0 and 2,000 miles. Federal recall records also list two recalls in the engine and engine cooling areas.
Does the 2023 Audi Q5 have engine recalls?
Yes. Federal recall records show 2 recalls for this year, covering the engine and the engine and engine cooling. Ask the seller or an Audi dealer to confirm both repairs were completed before you buy.
How much does it cost to maintain a 2023 Audi Q5?
Independent repair-cost data estimates $928 a year across the Q5 model line. That is higher than the $807 typical for its class, so expect to spend somewhat more than you would on an average rival.
Is the 2023 Audi Q5 better than the 2022 or 2024?
It beats the 2022, which rates worse and has 39 complaints and 8 recalls. The 2024 rates about the same, with 26 complaints and 5 recalls. Both neighbors also have good reliability standings, so the 2023 and 2024 are close choices.

Don’t buy a 2023 Audi Q5 without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2023 Audi Q5

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2023 Audi Q5 does best on recall impact (80/100) and worst on repair costs (60/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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