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2018-2024 Audi Q5 MPG & Fuel Cost
7 model years · 24–26 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 3 of 10 small SUV configurations, MY2024. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2018-2024 Audi Q5 at a glance
The 2018-2024 Audi Q5 covers 7 model years in the EPA database (18 configurations in all), rated 24–26 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2024, costs about $3,130 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD (26 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: hybrid, plug-in hybrid and gas. EPA changed the ratings in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The best combined rating in the generation, 26 MPG, was reached in 2024.
2018-2024 Audi Q5 by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Hybrid | 24–26 MPG | $3,130–$3,320 | Ratings changed |
| 2023 | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 25 MPG | $2,210–$3,260 | Ratings changed |
| 2022 | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 25 MPG | $2,220–$3,220 | Ratings changed |
| 2021 | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 25 MPG | $2,300–$3,180 | Ratings changed |
| 2020 | Gas, Plug-in hybrid | 24 MPG | $2,210–$3,310 | Ratings changed |
| 2019 | Gas | 24 MPG | $3,390 | Ratings changed |
| 2018 | Gas | 25 MPG | $3,280 | First year |
What the 2024 quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD costs to drive
Per month
$261
$3,130 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.22
Per 100 miles
$20.87
Five years
$15,650
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small SUV median
$600more a year
Class median $2,530 a year, MY2024
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2024 Audi Q5 MPG
Versus 2023: The most efficient configuration moves from 25 to 26 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,170 to $3,130, $40 less.
Hybrid configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| quattro (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 29 | 26 | $3,130 |
| S line quattro | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $3,320 |
| Sportback S line quattro | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $3,320 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2023 Audi Q5 MPG
25 MPG · $2,210–$3,260/yr
Versus 2022: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,170.
On electricity 60 MPGe, with 22 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsHybrid configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| quattro (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $3,170 |
| S-Line quattro | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 29 | 25 | $3,260 |
| Sportback S-line quattro | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 29 | 25 | $3,260 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TFSI e quattro (Most efficient) | AWD | 26 | 60 | 22 mi | $2,210 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 57% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2022 Audi Q5 MPG
25 MPG · $2,220–$3,220/yr
Versus 2021: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,180 to $3,170, $10 less.
On electricity 61 MPGe, with 23 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsHybrid configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| quattro (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $3,170 |
| S line quattro | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 28 | 25 | $3,220 |
| Sportback S line quattro | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 28 | 25 | $3,220 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TFSI e quattro (Most efficient) | AWD | 26 | 61 | 23 mi | $2,220 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 57% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2021 Audi Q5 MPG
25 MPG · $2,300–$3,180/yr
Versus 2020: The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 25 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,310 to $3,180, $130 less.
On electricity 50 MPGe, with 19 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsHybrid configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q5 (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 28 | 25 | $3,180 |
| Sportback | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 28 | 25 | $3,180 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q5 (Most efficient) | AWD | 27 | 50 | 19 mi | $2,300 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 57% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2020 Audi Q5 MPG
24 MPG · $2,210–$3,310/yr
Versus 2019: The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,390 to $3,310, $80 less.
On electricity 65 MPGe, with 20 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q5 (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 28 | 24 | $3,310 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q5 (Most efficient) | AWD | 27 | 65 | 20 mi | $2,210 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 51% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2019 Audi Q5 MPG
24 MPG · $3,390/yr
Versus 2018: The most efficient configuration moves from 25 to 24 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,280 to $3,390, $110 more.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q5 (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 22 | 27 | 24 | $3,390 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2018 Audi Q5 MPG
25 MPG · $3,280/yr
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q5 (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | 23 | 27 | 25 | $3,280 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD: $3,730 in California and $2,710 in Texas, a $1,020 difference.
- California $3,730
- Washington $3,510
- New York $3,090
- Florida $2,860
- Texas $2,710
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2024 small SUV models.
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Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2018-2024 Audi Q5 get?
EPA rates the 2018-2024 Audi Q5 at 24–26 MPG combined across 18 configurations and 7 model years. The most efficient version, the 2024 quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD, is rated 26 MPG (23 city, 29 highway). By powertrain: Hybrid: 24–26 MPG; Plug-in hybrid: 26–27 MPG; Gas: 24–25 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2018-2024 Audi Q5?
The quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 26 MPG, in 2024. The lowest top rating, 24 MPG, was in 2019 and 2020.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2018-2024 Audi Q5?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024.
How does the 2018-2024 Audi Q5 compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2015-2017 Audi Q5) is rated 21–26 MPG combined and costs $3,050–$3,890 a year to fuel; the 2018-2024 model is rated 24–26 MPG and costs $2,210–$3,390 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2024 Audi Q5 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD costs about $3,130 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $3,130–$3,320 a year. That is a $190 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2024 Audi Q5 100 miles?
About $20.87 per 100 miles for the quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $20.87 and $22.13 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2024 Audi Q5 more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD is rated 23 city and 29 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 6 MPG.
How does the 2024 Audi Q5 compare with other small SUV configurations?
The quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo AWD costs about $3,130 a year to fuel, $600 more than the class median of $2,530, and less than 3 of 10 small SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 306 rated small SUV configurations for MY2024, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2024 Audi Q5 different from the 2023 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 25 to 26 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,170 to $3,130, $40 less. EPA lists 3 configurations for 2024 against 4 configurations for 2023. See the 2023 Audi Q5 for that year.