2021 Audi Q5 PHEV: Save your money on the SQ5!

MotoMan drives the Plug In Hybrid version of the Audi Q5 in this combo TECH REVIEW, FIRST DRIVE REVIEW as well as in a round of our famous #OptionsGame and learns it is far too close for comfort to the Audi SQ5.
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[@bshwayde]

One important aspect that wasn’t covered in this video that is a distinct advantage of the Q5E is the fact that it qualifies for federal and sometimes state tax credits, making it cost nearly the same as the standard Q5. So you get nearly the performance of the SQ5 for the cost of a regular Q5. Oh, and that ultra blue metallic isn’t available on the regular Q5, but it sure is beautiful.

[@MotoManTV]

Not exactly . . . we're going to cover the ins and outs of those in an upcoming episode.

[@tomedwards1078]

Actually own one of these that is about a month old. Our EV range is consistently 25/26 which covers the majority of local trips and errands. Level 2 charging is a must and it requires about 2-1/2 hours from empty. It just takes way too long otherwise. Would also like to point out that 0-60 is a "fast" 5 seconds, have actually seen 4.9. Look at some of the other reviews.

[@Steven-UK]

I have owned one for 7 months now and I love it. In cold (UK) weather it's good for 20 miles, but now it's warmer I am getting 25. Even with only that EV range, 70% of my driving is fully electric as I do lots of shorter trips in and around London/Surrey. One of my favorite things is the split personality, silent comfortable cruiser with lots of tech, then Dynamic mode on, and it's super quick.

[@mwdavis77]

@@Steven-UK I'm considering this car and would love to hear some more feedback about it. 1) If you drive a lot in the day and run out of battery are you basically just driving the car with the 2.0 L engine with 26 mpg efficiency? 2) If the battery runs out, I assume you don't have the same performance, i.e. 0-60 in 5 seconds since you're just on the gas engine.

[@Steven-UK]

@@mwdavis77 Hi Mark, yes if the battery runs out you are just driving on the 2.0L engine, however, it will still shut down the engine in slow traffic and when stationary. I generally get around 45MPG when the battery is depleted. Also when running on the engine with a depleted battery the car provides power from the engine to the electric motor so you will get electric power assistance alongside the engine so you don't lose the electric power altogether. I don't know if you still get the full electric power boost with no battery but it's still no slouch.

[@mwdavis77]

@@Steven-UK Ah, thanks for the quick response.

[@justinegoodson2415]

@@Steven-UK I’m confused…I have a Q5 diesel and it delivers early 40’s MPG, even with enthusiastic driving. So how does the Q5 petrol deliver 45 MPG?

[@DisjointedConversations]

I am very interested in the latest PHEV’s coming out. I agree, 100 miles of range and this is a total game changer. Great review as usual. Thank you.

[@rufdymond]

It’s funny how quickly my mindset has changed - a year ago I was seriously looking at getting one of these, but now I’ll be looking at getting a Q4 e-tron which should be available to test soon here in England. I’ve driven several EV’s over the past year, and got be honest it’s completely changed my mind on my next car.

[@kahrhoshe]

Just bought an Audi Q5 2023 hybrid and we love it. Electric range is now 32 miles, same hp numbers. theres some arguments about this car qualifying for gvt tax rebates because of the whole gvt having to renew the tax stuff this year. But for 61k vs the sq at 70 plus(and its metallic black interior is leather a cool brown and a LOT of the optional stuff is now STANDARD) its honestly the quickest and fastest car ive owned. ( my 96 formula with the corvette engine only topped out at 125mph i think it had a governer though, and it was not as quick or tourquey ) do wish the electric was furhter range but also it takes 14 hrs on a lvl 1 charger(we do not have a 230v for the house yet) with the 32 mile range at this time(and thats real world, audi told us it would be about 7-8 hrs.)

[@BDJappe]

What’s the MPG once the battery is empty? Drove the new Kia Soreto PEHV recently. Went from 107 to 28MPG once the battery was “drained”. I had about 30miles where the MPG was great. But then I still had to drive an extra +150miles at 28MPG... (+90% highway) (The battery stayed at about 1/4 full. The car switched to a kind of MHEV mode instead of a PHEV mode) Yes. I’m one of those broken car guys because of company-car-budget, where the base price of a car + the MPG impacts my budget on choosing a certain car (translated: budget for options)

[@reyvr6]

around 26/30mpg when ev range is over.. that's why I get.

[@wrzl1675]

I think it should at least be able to match the RAV4 Prime in EV mode which is 40 miles, 19 just isn’t going to be all that useful when you figure that most peoples commutes avg. 28 miles roundtrip.

[@normt430]

People commute these post pandemic days? We get 40 miles of battery on a 2018 CT6 2.0E plug-in and I commute to work 12 miles. The kicker is I get to plug in at work so it is plenty of range for daily activities.

[@schmoestudy]

German EV range are generally underestimated by Porsche (see Taycan) and Audi (though Etron seems accurate. Given the battery of prime is 18 and this is 14, I would expect 30+ miles with not going high speed and being light on throttle. The next model year will come out with an 18 kWh battery so should be similar

[@normt430]

@@schmoestudy the Cadillac CT6 is EPA rated at 32 miles but am seeing 42 miles of range since it has warmed up.

[@schmoestudy]

@@normt430 that’s an amazing delta. I wonder if Audi and Porsche take the approach of near worst case scenario like they do with performance figures which is guaranteeing a conservative 0-60 regardless of condition and in the case of electric range (in cold conditions and at higher speed)?

[@yvrao3166]

There is a difference in the electric motor setup. I think Rav 4 just drives the rear motor but audi’s electric motor is on the drive train. So theoretically you get better traction with Q5. Depends on the use case, if you have snow in winters, you may be better in a q5.

[@sethgunn8256]

When discussing weights and measures, please list 0-60 in plank-time please. I would also like to see torque specifications quoted in ounce-yards as well. Thanks!

[@Closertotruth2]

I’ll take the 6 cylinder. I have trouble remembering to plug my phone in at night.

[@trevorsutherland5263]

None (and I mean NONE) of the major auto media outlets (and very very few automotive KZbinrs) tell people that hybrids (whether PHEV or not) cost more to insure than gas engine cars (about 10%). EVs cost even more to insure (30% more than gas engine car). EVs and PHEVs cost more to buy up front too (most everyone knows this). If this were on some super good lease deal I might go for it, but if buying it is SQ5 all day long. If you plan to buy used , get the gas version no matter what.

[@jbmcdoogle]

How does it compare to the XC60 T8?

[@digitaldoc100]

Refreshing to see a performance hybrid. So bored with these hybrids that detune the gas engine, and prioritize the fuel economy and sacrifice the power delivery.

[@d3adk964]

I like it but I don’t get the point of a PHEV that runs on premium fuel. VW versions of the EA888 run on 87 regular, and the 2.0t Audi Q3 runs on regular, Audi certainly could’ve made the Q5e run on regular if they wanted to also.

[@schmoestudy]

Power output

[@ericmoore3174]

I wonder if manufacturers keep the ev range down so you don’t have the opportunity for the gasoline to spoil? Just a thought.

[@BERNIEO4]

90% of us don't drive on podunk back roads we drive in Cities so most of your criticism falls on deaf ears !

[@mpolinsk22]

Were most Tesla owners driving Audi before? I have a hard time seeing how one could go from the Audi brand's quality to whatever you call the sad state of affairs Tesla's QA is.

[@bbbt8090]

My current suv and future suv's will be a hybrid. It just needs to be a performance hybrid!!!

[@TWARDOWSKY.]

How about Toyota RAV4 PHEV in compare ?

[@MotoManTV]

Not so much . . . yes, they are both CUVs but the suspension set up, ride quality and the way they drive are very different.

[@garyjohnson8120]

Is this really worth an $8k premium?

[@MotoManTV]

After seeing the pricing of the new Lexus NX, that's a tough question to answer - however, the NX is a better vehicle.

[@timothysmith7478]

But can you get a Sport package?

[@schmoestudy]

Yes which comes with the same air suspension as the SQ5

[@chimaeraSPK]

When are we going to get a review of that baby blue 991 GT3?

[@MotoManTV]

That one is old hat already . . . Have the 99TWO GT3 ready to go for April 21 . . . Shark Blue.

[@kristians2704]

Audi should bring more PHEV from Europe like the A6 50 TFSIe, A6 55 TFSIe, A7 50TFSIe, Q7/Q8 55 TFSIe, Q7/Q8 60 TFSIe, Q3 45TFSI e, Q5 50 TSIe

[@snakeeyes9246]

They should. We only get this Q5, the A7 55 e, and the A8L 60 e.

[@7g6_66]

Moto man is the fucking man

[@IamJay02]

Man if I had the money I would absolutely buy a RS6 avant. Now getting back to the video, I would take an SQ5 over this because I'm not a fan of hybrids.

[@jaz9340]

Ad crazy video

[@omarfw79]

"Tezla"

[@whiteandnerdytuba]

That’s blue not green

[@noname-JS]

Not as good as Volvo

[@almighty383]

Hybrids 👎