Grey 2023 Audi Q5 Progressiv for sale in Bald Knobs

The 2023 Audi Q5 Progressiv for buyers

CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2023 Audi Q5 Progressiv; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. Buying the 2023 Audi Q5 Progressiv is a big decision; here is the information we have.

What to check on the Q5

NHTSA has 50 owner complaints on file, mostly about forward collision avoidance, electrical system and unknown or other. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. There are 6 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.

The figures, translated

Its 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo hybrid drives through a 7-speed automatic. As a hybrid, it does best in stop-and-go traffic, where the electric motor does more of the work. All-wheel drive sends power to all four wheels, which helps on snow and wet roads; good tires still matter most.

Rated at 9.3 L/100 km combined, it needs around 28 litres for a 300 km round trip. That works out to about $14.42 per 100 km at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.

When the Q5 makes sense

It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.

What the Q5 is like

As a compact SUV, it sits higher than a sedan, which makes getting in and loading easier.

Try before you buy

Rent first, buy later: a week with the Q5 answers the big questions. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent the Q5 for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one.

Year and trim

Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.

Money matters

The EPA estimates US$3,300 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $14.42 in fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $144.20 at our price setting.

A note on Bald Knobs

We rent from Toronto only. If your trip to Bald Knobs starts in the Toronto area, rent the car here. Bald Knobs is about 568 km from Toronto, outside our delivery area.

One more step

Ask about renting first, and buy with a clear head.