Audi Q5 4x4 3.0 TDI SE 5dr

For Audi's beefy 3.0 V6 turbodiesel turns the Q5 into something of a cultured hot rod thanks to strong performance, while SE trim brings plenty of equipment.

Against It's one of the most expensive models in the range, with the highest running costs. The jerky semi-auto gearbox is frustrating.

What Car? says

4 out of 5 stars

If you have to have the ultimate version of the Q5, the 3.0 V6 turbodiesel satisfies, but it's not cheap we think it’s one of the least-desirable models in the range.

Key facts

0–60mph: 6.5 secs
Top speed: 139 mph
Average mpg: 37.6
Tank range: 620 miles

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Cheaper

4x4 2.0 TFSI 180 Start/Stop 5dr
£28,000
4x4 2.0 TDI 143 Start/Stop 5dr
£28,025
4x4 2.0 TDI 170 Start/Stop 5dr
£29,150
4x4 2.0 TFSI 211 Start/Stop 5dr
£29,430
4x4 2.0 TFSI 180 SE Start/Stop 5dr
£30,350
4x4 2.0 TDI 143 SE Start/Stop 5dr
£30,375
4x4 2.0 TDI 170 SE Start/Stop 5dr
£31,500
4x4 2.0 TFSI 211 SE Start/Stop 5dr
£31,780
4x4 2.0 TFSI 180 S line Start/Stop 5dr
£32,545
4x4 2.0 TDI 143 S line Start/Stop 5dr
£32,570
4x4 2.0 TDI 170 S line Start/Stop 5dr
£33,695
4x4 2.0 TFSI 211 S line Start/Stop 5dr
£33,975
4x4 3.2 FSI SE 5dr
£36,920
4x4 3.0 TDI SE 5dr
£37,295
4x4 3.2 FSI S line 5dr
£39,115
4x4 3.0 TDI S line 5dr
£39,490

More expensive

4x4 2.0 TFSI 180 Start/Stop 5dr
£28,000
4x4 2.0 TDI 143 Start/Stop 5dr
£28,025
4x4 2.0 TDI 170 Start/Stop 5dr
£29,150
4x4 2.0 TFSI 211 Start/Stop 5dr
£29,430
4x4 2.0 TFSI 180 SE Start/Stop 5dr
£30,350
4x4 2.0 TDI 143 SE Start/Stop 5dr
£30,375
4x4 2.0 TDI 170 SE Start/Stop 5dr
£31,500
4x4 2.0 TFSI 211 SE Start/Stop 5dr
£31,780
4x4 2.0 TFSI 180 S line Start/Stop 5dr
£32,545
4x4 2.0 TDI 143 S line Start/Stop 5dr
£32,570
4x4 2.0 TDI 170 S line Start/Stop 5dr
£33,695
4x4 2.0 TFSI 211 S line Start/Stop 5dr
£33,975
4x4 3.2 FSI SE 5dr
£36,920
4x4 3.0 TDI SE 5dr
£37,295
4x4 3.2 FSI S line 5dr
£39,115
4x4 3.0 TDI S line 5dr
£39,490

The Audi Q5 4x4 full review Read in full

Performance
4 out of 5 stars
Smaller engines have plenty of go
Ride & Handling
3 out of 5 stars
Great fun, but ride is very firm
Refinement
4 out of 5 stars
Always civilised
Buying & Owning
3 out of 5 stars
Pricey, but residuals are strong
Quality & Reliability
4 out of 5 stars
Lush enough for most Audi fans
Safety & Security
4 out of 5 stars
Some things you expect, some you don't
Behind The Wheel
3 out of 5 stars
Clear enough, but some foibles
Space & Practicality
4 out of 5 stars
Cabin roomy enough, massive boot
Equipment
4 out of 5 stars
You'll want for nothing

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Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

The Audi Q5 competes against some very desirable machinery and its price tag brings it into conflict with some larger 4x4s that are more capable off-road. However, the lure of the Audi badge means plenty of buyers will be tempted by the Audi Q5 and its charms are worth considering.

It deals with most bumpy surfaces far better than almost every other rival and it's generally very refined at all speeds, except for some wind noise from the door mirrors. It also offers up a cabin with masses of space front and rear, and a large boot, although we're not as impressed by the build quality as we are in most other Audis.

Reasonable running costs due to acceptable emissions and economy appeal to private and business drivers, although we'd recommend the more frugal 2.0-litre turbodiesel over the punchier 3.0 V6 diesel or 2.0-litre petrol, especially as the 2.0 TDi has a six-speed manual as standard. Equipment and safety kit are generous.