Audi Q5 8R
Produced from 2008–2017, the Audi Q5 8R (8R) is catalogued here with 2 powertrains. 1 petrol, 1 diesel, spanning 177 to 225 hp. The quickest version, the 2.0 TFSI quattro, covers 0–100 km/h in 7.1 seconds. For fuel costs, the 2.0 TDI leads the range at 37 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4629 × 1880 × 1655 mm on a 2807 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The Audi Q5 8R was manufactured from 2008 – 2017 (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 model years) as a suv. Across 2 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 177 to 225 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 37.0 MPG combined (2.0 TDI).
Power range
177–225 hp
Quickest 0–100
7.1 s
Best combined
37 MPG
Length
4.63 m
01Decision support
Which Q5 8R suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
2.0 TDI
37.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 30% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Q5 8R.
Performance · quickest
2.0 TFSI quattro
0–100 km/h in 7.1s · 225 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
022 powertrains (1 diesel · 1 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | 2.0 TDIDiesel | 2.0 TFSI quattroPetrol |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine code | EA189 | EA888 gen2 |
| Fuel type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Displacement | 2.0L (1,968 cc) | 2.0L (1,984 cc) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
| Power & Performance | ||
| Power | 177 hp / 132 kW | 225 hp / 168 kW |
| Torque | 380 Nm / 280 lb-ft | 350 Nm / 258 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 8.4 s | 7.1 s |
| Top speed | 205 km/h (127 mph) | 222 km/h (138 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch | Automatic |
| Gears | 7 | 8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | ||
| City | 32 MPG (7.4 L/100km) | 23 MPG (10.2 L/100km) |
| Highway | 42 MPG (5.6 L/100km) | 30 MPG (7.8 L/100km) |
| Combined | 37 MPG (6.4 L/100km) | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Battery | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 149 g/km | 172 g/km |
| Weight & Body | ||
| Curb weight | 1,705 kg (3,759 lbs) | 1,755 kg (3,869 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2008–2017 | 2008–2017 |
0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,629 mm
182.2 in
Width
1,880 mm
74.0 in
Height
1,655 mm
65.2 in
Wheelbase
2,807 mm
110.5 in
Curb weight spans 1,705–1,755 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Q5 8R: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Audi Q5 8R?
The Audi Q5 8R lineup offers 1 diesel · 1 petrol: 2.0 TDI (177 hp), 2.0 TFSI quattro (225 hp).
How quick is the Audi Q5 8R from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the 2.0 TFSI quattro, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.1s, reaching a top speed of 222 km/h (138 mph) with the 2.0 TFSI quattro.
What is the most fuel-efficient Audi Q5 8R trim?
The 2.0 TDI delivers the highest fuel economy at 37.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 2 powertrains, fuel economy spans 26–37 combined MPG.
What model years are included in the Audi Q5 8R?
The Audi Q5 8R was produced from 2008 – 2017, spanning the following model years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Audi Q5 8R?
4629 mm long, 1880 mm wide, 1655 mm tall on a 2807 mm wheelbase (182.2 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Audi Q5Certification data, 2008–2017
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2008 Audi Q5, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Audi official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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