Audi Q5 2021 review - better than a BMW X3 & Mercedes GLC?

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This is the updated Audi Q5!

It may only be a facelift rather than an all-new model, but the question is - does the new Q5 have what it takes to stand out and gain your attention over key competitors like the Mercedes GLC & BMW X3?

Well for starters, it certainly looks the part! Sure, it’s not that different to the old model, but you still get a couple of nice changes, including a wider grille at the front and LEDs as standard (with the option to get Matrix LEDs if you choose a higher-spec model).

When it comes to performance, the range-topper is a hybrid 2-litre turbo petrol, which combined with the electric motor will deliver 370hp! It’s also worth remembering that all models come with AWD as standard, as well as an automatic gearbox… But then again, would you expect anything else?!

So what do you think - can the Q5 really take on the GLC and X3? Or would you choose the Mercedes or BMW instead? You’ll have to keep watching to see which you should go for!

Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:48 Price
01:20 Exterior Design
03:42 Interior
06:54 Back Seats
09:23 Boot
11:42 Five Annoying Things
13:30 Five Cool Things
14:49 Engines
15:54 Driving
18:47 0-60mph
19:51 Verdict

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[carwow]

Come on then - Q5 vs GLC vs X3. Which are you choosing? VOTE below!

[autonewstv]

*I’m always blown away when adaptive cruise control and lane keep assist is optional when it’s standard on a corolla* 😀

[Auditography]

The new Q5 is a lovely car, but somehow I feel that the first one, especially the facelifted B8.5 generation, was the best looking. Thanks for the vid!

[highoncarsbangladesh]

Day 5 of asking for a bicycle race between Mat and Yianni

[Chris-]

"I got to be fair and consistent across all cars."

I felt that.

[hlulanishihlomule]

Matt really hates a load lip in the boot, I actually prefer it because loose items don’t slide out of the boot when you’ve parked at an incline.

[viktorbalko]

For a second I got really excited that they introduced real exhausts! But this is still better than those atrocious plastic panels on the pre-facelift model

[DaveDVideoMaker]

The top of the range Audi Q5 TFSI e could have been called the Audi SQ5 TFSI e, since it’s got more power than both the petrol and diesel SQ5.

[tyronsequeira]

The perfect wagon. Not too big, not too small, exuberant quality, practical to use, satisfying to drive.

[tobyman]

Big respect to the cameraman at 9:25 very diligently recording matts sillyness. haha

[johndavidson]

9:25 There we go, we see a camera man there, right Matt.

[kimsamgangte]

Mat : *Hesitating to throw the parcel tray*
Me : *Throw it, Throw it, Throw it*

[Strictlybusiness]

I shortlisted the 2021 GLB, GLC, X3 and Q5. Took all of them out for a lengthy test (some received 3 test drives) The driving experience is overrated with the X3 in my opinion. I was shocked because all the reviews speak to its sportiness and better driver engagement. To be completely honest I much preferred the Q5 driving experience much more. The Q5 has the identity of would I expect a “luxury family” SUV to be. It was plush, quiet, comfortable and had more than enough power in all situations. The others felt a bit harsh compared to it. Maybe my expectations are different than the other reviewers.

[sumatralex]

This looks more and more decent choice for a city SUV. I'm amazed at the way they strike a balance between volume and vehicle size.

[suhassubbanna]

The day Mat and Yianni have a running race, its going to break the internet.

[gtbdaily]

9:25 camera man spotted. I alway thought a magical floating camera filmed Mat and now the magic is ruined.

[ProgFaiz]

Before I start watching Interior, I have to say Fakery and Audi are like Best Friends nothing can separate them.

[k__]

I'll post it here again till Mat sees:

My Mrs pointed out that Mat's Instagram is basically
'Ma Twats On Cars'
and I can't unsee it 😂😂😂😂

[odonsaller]

Good review. No doubt. Q5 is the most reliable of this 3 cars!

[alessandro]

Love that Alfa Romeo logo metal bottle, god job mat