The 2026 Audi Q5 range has officially grown in Australia, bringing a wider selection of models that now include the Sportback, turbo-petrol all-wheel-drive, and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) variants. These additions follow the mid-2025 launch of the initial Q5 line-up and mark the full arrival of Audi’s third-generation family SUV in local showrooms. Pricing for the new range starts from $81,000 for the entry-level Q5 TFSI, powered by a four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine with front-wheel drive. This represents a $7,400 increase over the previous entry-level diesel model, the 35 TDI. Even with this price rise, the Q5 still manages to undercut key rivals, including the BMW X3 20 by $5,800 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC200 by $8,000, though those competitors come standard with all-wheel drive.
The Q5 “wagon” range initially debuted with one petrol option, two diesel AWD variants, and the powerful V6 SQ5. The coupe-inspired Sportback models are now joining the Australian lineup, with the turbo-petrol AWD and plug-in hybrid models expected to land between January and March 2026. Audi has also phased out diesel engines from the SQ5 globally, making it an exclusively petrol-powered performance SUV.
The new Q5 showcases a notable tech and design leap, featuring 19-inch alloy wheels, an upgraded 14.5-inch infotainment screen (up from 10.1 inches), and an 11.9-inch digital instrument cluster. Other standard features include matrix LED headlights with customizable digital light signatures, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the sporty S line exterior package. The base 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine produces 150kW and 340Nm, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. Those who prefer diesel power can choose the TDI quattro, which generates 150kW and 400Nm and includes standard AWD. At $94,100, the Q5 Sport version adds 20-inch wheels, a panoramic sunroof, and interior upgrades like a flat-bottom steering wheel. Sportback versions cost $3,500 more than their SUV equivalents.
The new Q5 TFSI quattro Sport (200kW) and Q5 e-hybrid quattro (270kW) are priced identically, starting at $96,900 for the SUV and $100,400 for the Sportback. The PHEV combines a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine with an electric motor and a 20.7kWh battery, producing 270kW and 500Nm in total—matching the SQ5’s output. All Q5 variants also include a 48-volt mild-hybrid system that can power the vehicle electrically for short distances.
Audi offers several optional packages for customization. The Premium Package adds luxury touches like a Bang & Olufsen 3D sound system, a head-up display, multi-color ambient lighting, and acoustic window glazing. A Style Package enhances the design with 20-inch Audi Sport wheels and rear privacy glass. The SQ5, meanwhile, features a 3.0-litre turbo V6 engine producing 270kW and 550Nm, achieving 0–100km/h in just 4.5 seconds. The range-topping SQ5 is priced from $122,400 for the SUV and $125,900 for the Sportback, offering diamond-stitched leather seats, massaging front seats, and the full Premium Package as standard.
Built on Volkswagen Group’s new Premium Platform Combustion (PPC) architecture, the 2026 Q5 is 35mm longer and 7mm wider than before, providing more interior room and improved dynamics. With turbo-petrol AWD and PHEV versions arriving in early 2026, the new Q5 range continues Audi’s momentum in Australia, joining other recent launches like the Q4 e-tron, Q6 e-tron, and the new-generation A5.