Auto loans: silver 2021 Audi Q5 Progressiv in Goroscachi

Thinking of buying the 2021 Audi Q5 Progressiv?

CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2021 Audi Q5 Progressiv; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. This page sets out the 2021 Audi Q5 Progressiv for buyers, in plain words.

Recalls and complaints

A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. There are 8 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.

Reading the spec sheet

The engine is the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo hybrid, with all-wheel drive and a 7-speed automatic. It is a plug-in hybrid: it runs on electricity for a short distance, then on gas like a regular hybrid. With all-wheel drive, it pulls away more surely on slippery roads, though it does not stop any shorter.

The EPA rates it at 8.8 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 26 litres. It can cover about 644 km on electricity before switching to gas. In energy, every 100 km costs about $13.64 at our price setting. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,050 a year for 15,000 miles.

Practical details

Being a compact SUV, it handles luggage, strollers and sports gear well. Measured bumper to bumper, it is 4.68 m. It fits most condo and driveway spots.

Who it is for

It suits visitors who want a familiar car for a week in town. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.

Rent it for a week first

Rent the Q5 for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car.

Running costs

A 1,000 km month costs roughly $136.40 at our price setting. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.

Which one to look for

Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Compare the Progressiv with the other trims of the same year before you decide.

Want a price?

Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.