Audi Q5 MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA Audi Q5 MPG for every engine and drivetrain from 2009 to 2026, plus a fuel cost calculator.
Q5 MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 50 configurations of the Q5 across gas, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and diesel versions. Pick a year to compare engines and drivetrains.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q5 TFSI quattroPremium Gasoline | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (AM-S7) | AWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | View |
| Q5 Sportback TFSI quattroPremium Gasoline | 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (AM-S7) | AWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | View |
Plug-in hybrid rows show the gas-only rating.
Q5 MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every Q5 configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers.
Years When Q5 Fuel Economy Changed
Most years look a lot like the one before. These are the years where the EPA numbers moved in a way that matters if you're shopping for a used Q5.
- 2013: The first hybrid Q5 shows up in the EPA data. Its 26 MPG combined rating tops the previous year's best of 22 MPG.
- 2018: The top combined rating rises to 25 MPG, up from 22 MPG the year before.
- 2020: A plug-in hybrid version arrives. Its 27 MPG combined rating on gas alone tops the previous year's best of 24 MPG.
How the Q5 Compares
The EPA rated 69 small SUVs for 2026. The best Q5 version, at 24 MPG combined, ties for 48th with 5 other models of 69. Combined ratings in the class run from 20 to 53 MPG, with a median of 27. Plug-in hybrids and electric models are ranked separately.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kia Niro | 53 MPG |
| 2 | Toyota RAV4 | 43 MPG |
| 3 | Kia Sportage | 42 MPG |
| 3 | Toyota Corolla Cross | 42 MPG |
| 5 | Lexus NX | 40 MPG |
| 48 | Audi Q5 | 24 MPG |
What Does a Q5 Cost to Fuel?
Pick a Q5, then enter your gas price and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
Q5 MPG Questions
Which Q5 year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2020 and 2021 Q5 holds the top EPA rating at 27 MPG combined (25 city, 29 highway). That's its gas-only rating as a plug-in hybrid. Among 2026 models, the Q5 TFSI quattro is rated at 24 MPG combined.
What's the best gas mileage from a non-hybrid Q5?
The 2014 to 2016 Q5 with the 3.0L 6-cylinder diesel and all-wheel drive is rated at 26 MPG combined (23 city, 30 highway).
Is there still a gas-only Q5?
Yes. The 2026 Q5 lineup includes 2 gas-only versions, rated 24 MPG combined.
Why doesn't my Q5 match the EPA numbers?
EPA ratings come from standardized lab tests. Your results depend on speed, climate, idling, passengers and cargo, roof racks, tire pressure and upkeep. The ratings are best for comparing one vehicle against another. To track your own numbers, try the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
Cedrick Reese built this page from the EPA fuel economy file published on fueleconomy.gov. It has 50 ratings for the Q5 from 2009 to 2026, and every one of them is shown in the table. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. Plug-in hybrid figures in the table are the gas-only ratings, since those are the ones you can compare with a regular car. The page is rebuilt whenever the EPA publishes an updated file, which picks up new model years and any rating corrections. The cost calculator uses the gas price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov