2014 Audi Q5 Review - The 2014 Audi Q5 ranks 2 out of 10 Luxury Compact SUVs. This ranking is based on our analysis of published reviews and test drives of the Audi Q5, as well as reliability and safety data.
With agile handling, a refined base engine and a premium interior, reviewers think the 2014 Audi Q5 is one of the best luxury compact SUVs you can buy. For having the best combination of factors that appeal to families, we named the Q5 our 2014 Best Luxury Compact SUV for Families.
The 2014 Audi Q5 is powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that most critics agree provides plenty of power. An eight-speed automatic transmission is standard, and reviewers say it shifts quickly and smoothly. A supercharged V6 is optional, and automotive critics think that it provides strong acceleration. A TDI model is new for 2014, and features a turbodiesel V6 engine that reviewers say is powerful and refined. The 2014 Q5 gets an EPA-estimated 20/28 mpg city/highway, which is good for a luxury compact SUV, while the Q5 TDI gets 24/31 mpg city/highway. Most test drivers say the 2014 Q5 is fun to drive, with agile handling, accurate steering and a smooth, comfortable ride. The Audi Q5 has standard all-wheel drive and reviewers say it gives the SUV excellent traction.
Critics agree that the 2014 Audi Q5 has an attractive interior that features first-rate materials and outstanding construction. They think the front seats are comfortable and roomy and feature excellent outward visibility. Reviewers say the rear seats are spacious, and they like that they can recline and slide forward and backward. The Q5 also has a large cargo area for the class, and more standard features than some luxury compact SUVs. Some automotive journalists say the standard MMI infotainment system, which controls climate and audio settings, could be more user-friendly. The 2014 Audi Q5 comes standard with leather upholstery, tri-zone automatic climate control, Bluetooth phone connectivity, iPod integration, a 10-speaker stereo and Audi’s MMI infotainment system. Options include adaptive cruise control, a rearview camera, parking sensors, a blind spot monitoring system, a panoramic moonroof and an upgraded MMI system with navigation.
