Last updated: 2026-10-10

RELIABILITY SCORE: 76/100 (GOOD)

2026 Audi Q5 Reliability Report

The 2026 Audi Q5 has a good reliability standing and no complaints or recalls on file, but its repair costs run above the class average.

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Recalls

Complaints

Complaint Rate

N/A

Est. Repair Cost

$928

Annual Fuel Cost

$2,900

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint SeverityN/A

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs60/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact100/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue DiversityN/A

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Rated good with no owner complaints or recalls on file yet, though the record is still new and 2025 has more history to judge.

Should You Buy the 2026 Audi Q5?

Good is the verdict on reliability, and it lands close to average among 2026 SUVs. Within the Q5's nine scored model years, this one is among the stronger. The 2025 Q5 also rates good and about the same, so the two years look alike on standing.

Owners have filed no complaints for this year, and federal recall records show none. That leaves no known symptom to warn you about, but it mostly reflects how little time the car has been on the road, not a proven clean record. The 2025 Q5 has 15 complaints, which shows how a record fills in over time. The clearer cost point is repairs. Independent repair-cost data puts the Q5 at $928 a year against $807 for its class, and that figure covers the whole model, not just 2026.

Run the VIN for open recalls before you sign, since new records can appear. Ask for service history if the car is not brand new. If you want a year with a longer track record, 2025 is the natural comparison, and it also has no recalls.

See also the 2025 Audi Q5 for an earlier comparison.

Pros

+Acceptable reliability score
+Low major repair risk (9%)
+No recalls issued
+Low complaint frequency

Cons

−Above-average repair costs for its class
−Frequent unscheduled repairs

Compare 2026 Audi Q5 With

2026 Genesis GV70

Reliability: 66/100

Good

2026 BMW X3

Reliability: 65/100

Good

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE

Reliability: 65/100

Good

2026 Lexus NX

Reliability: 88/100

Excellent

2026 Cadillac XT5

Reliability: 81/100

Excellent

Recall Overview

recalls on record

No recalls are on record for the 2026 Audi Q5 — uncommon, and a strong signal of manufacturing quality.

NHTSA.gov →

Complaint Breakdown

complaints

LowAvgHigh

Very Low

Safety Incidents

Crashes

Fires

Injuries

Deaths

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

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2026 Audi Q5? Check its history first

Every 2026 Audi Q5 has a different past. A VIN check reveals hidden accidents, title problems, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls that reliability scores can't show you.

Accidents
Open Recalls
Title History
Odometer Rollback

2026 Audi Q5 NHTSA Safety Ratings

Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas 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)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Knee (Not Available)Additional Air Bags (Front Center Air Bag)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)Unattended Child Reminder Direct Sensing System (Yes)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Driver Monitoring System (No)Automatic High Beams (Standard)

View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Audi Q5Repair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

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

chance of a major repair

Annual Cost Comparison

$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 2026 model year.

Value Retained: 49.3%
Depreciation: 50.7%
Listings Analyzed: 155

Listings observed in May 2021. 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

Gas

24 MPG

Running cost: $3,850/yr

Fuel + repair

21 city / 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 2026 EPA label cycle.

Gas trims

Trim	Drive	Trans.	City	Hwy	Comb	Fuel Cost
Q5 Sportback TFSI quattro 2.0L 4-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S7)	21	29	24	$2,900
Q5 TFSI quattro 2.0L 4-cyl	All-Wheel Drive	Automatic (AM-S7)	21	29	24	$2,900

Best & Worst Audi Q5 Years

Best Audi Q5 Years to Buy

Based on reliability index score

Top Pick

Good

Audi Q5 Reliability Score Trend

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

Audi Q5 reliability scores by year
Year	Score	Rating
2018	60/100	Good
2019	69/100	Good
2020	69/100	Good
2021	66/100	Good
2022	68/100	Good
2023	71/100	Good
2024	70/100	Good
2025	76/100	Good
2026	76/100	Good

Audi Q5 Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
Year	Score	vs Prior Year	Rating	Recalls	Complaints
2026(selected)	76/100	0	Good	0	0
2025	76/100	+6	Good	0	15
2024	70/100	-1	Good	5	26
2023	71/100	+3	Good	2	6
2022	68/100	+2	Good	8	39
2021	66/100	-3	Good	16	126
2020	69/100	0	Good	6	22
2019	69/100	+9	Good	5	40
2018	60/100	—	Good	7	197

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2026 Audi Q5 reliable?

Yes, it has a good reliability standing. It sits close to average among 2026 SUVs and ranks among the stronger of the Q5's nine scored model years. No owner complaints or recalls are on file, though that partly reflects how new the year is.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Audi Q5?

No common problems are on record yet. Owners have filed no complaints for this year, so there is no pattern of symptoms to point to. Because complaints build up over time, check the VIN for recalls and review service records before buying.

Does the 2026 Audi Q5 have any recalls?

No. Federal recall records list no recalls for the 2026 Q5. Recalls can be issued later, so enter the VIN in the federal lookup before you buy to confirm that nothing is open on the specific car.

How much does the 2026 Audi Q5 cost to repair?

Independent repair-cost data estimates $928 a year for the Q5, compared with $807 for its class. That is higher than typical. The estimate applies to the whole model, not only the 2026 year, so budget a bit above class norms.

Is the 2026 Audi Q5 more reliable than the 2025?

Not clearly. Both years rate good and about the same. The 2026 has no complaints or recalls, while the 2025 has 15 complaints and no recalls. The gap mostly reflects the 2025 having had more time on the road.

Don’t buy a 2026 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 2026 Audi Q5

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2026 Audi Q5 does best on recall impact (100/100) 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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