2026 Audi Q5: Updates, Specs, and More

The Audi Q5 is the brand's flagship SUV and best-selling model, and it's better than ever for the current model year. Discover what's new for 2026 and read about its impressive performance and luxury amenities.

There’s no mystery about why the Audi Q5 is their best-selling model. It’s impressed many a passenger with its inviting, tech-filled interior, and drivers can’t get enough of its zippy and responsive performance. Put simply, if you’re shopping for a luxury SUV in Kansas City, it’s hard to beat, and for 2026, it’s better than ever.

Read on to check out all your need to know about the new Audi Q5 and Q5 Sportback.

What’s New in the 2026 Audi Q5?

The Q5 received a major update for the 2025 model year, complete with a brand-new platform and a fully redesigned interior. Since it just got so many upgrades, it moves into 2026 without too many huge changes, but there are a few worth noting, including:

MMI infotainment updates for a more intuitive, user-friendly touch screen experience

Upgraded voice control

A new steering wheel design with a physical scroll wheel

A newly available Audi dashcam

Remote engine start now included in the Audi Connect CARE package

Audi Signature Care is now included for all 2026 models, giving owners complimentary scheduled maintenance for the first 3 years or 30,000 miles

2026 Audi Q5 Performance

All Q5 models are powered by the 2.0-liter TFSI® 4-cylinder engine, which puts out 268 horsepower and 295-pound-feet of torque, giving it an impressive 0 to 60 time of just 5.8 seconds. It also comes standard with quattro® all-wheel drive and a smooth, responsive 7-speed automatic transmission.

Shoppers who want the same trademark style with a little more oomph can also opt for the Audi SQ5, which features a 3.0-liter TFSI® V6 with 362 horsepower.

2026 Audi Q5 Dimensions

The Q5 is available in two body styles: the classic Q5 SUV, and the Q5 Sportback, which features a tapered rear hatch for a sleek and athletic look. Here’s a side-by-side comparison of Q5 vs. Q5 Sportback dimensions:

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	2026 Audi Q5	2026 Audi Q5 Sportback
Seating capacity	5	5
Head room (front/rear)	38.2 / 37.8 in	38.0 / 37.9 in
Shoulder room (front/rear)	57.7 / 55.9 in	57.7 / 55.9 in
Leg room (front/rear)	40.9 / 38.0 in	40.9 / 38.0 in
Cargo capacity (Rear seats upright)	27.6 cu ft	24.5 cu ft
Cargo capacity (rear seats folded)	56.9 cu ft	53.1 cu ft

2026 Audi Q5 Interior Technology

Thanks to its recent redesign, the Q5 comes standard with a 14.5-inch MMI center touch screen display and 11.9-inch Audi virtual cockpit, which fit together into a single, driver-centric screen panel. Wireless Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™ and Bluetooth are standard, and a variety of additional upgrades are available, including a configurable head-up display, a 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system, a 4K forward-facing dashcam, and a 10.9-inch MMI passenger display screen.

2026 Audi Q5 Safety Features

The Q5 comes standard with an array of driver assistance features, including adaptive cruise control with traffic sign recognition, Active Front Assist with automatic emergency braking and cross traffic detection, Park Assist plus, driver attention monitor, and more. Available features include an updated adaptive cruise assist for improved responsiveness and traffic sign recognition.

According to the IIHS, the 2026 Q5 is among the safest SUVs on the road, earning their highest Top Safety Pick+ award.

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New Audi Q5 for Sale near Overland Park

With all the recent updates, the Q5 continues to establish itself as one of the best luxury SUVs money can buy, and at Audi Kansas City, we have a top-notch selection of new Audi Q5 models for sale in a variety of trim levels, plus exclusive offers and Q5 lease deals to help you stay within your budget.