Priced at an MSRP of $43,300, we recommend getting the 2022 Audi Q5 Premium trim which comes with plenty of premium and convenient features like leather upholstery, 18-inch wheels, and the 10.1-inch infotainment system that has navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay, and a 10-speaker sound system. Additionally, you get the new S-line exterior package so your car does look slightly sportier. We would recommend getting the rear-side thoracic airbags and the panoramic sunroof too, which are optional and come at a certain premium. 

The 2022 Audi Audi Q5 has quite a few changes for the 2022 model but, it carries forward the same three trims from the 2021 model - Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige. Prices for the 2022 Q5 start at an MSRP of $43,300 and will continue to rise to $54,800 for the Prestige trim. 

All trims will continue to be powered by a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 engine called 45 TFSI. Along with this is also the Quattro system that will also come as standard equipment. For the 45 TFSI, the exterior will feature the previously optional S line exterior kit and a new set of wheels on the base trim.

In terms of optional extras, the Audi has made changes to the Black optics package which will now feature newly designed 20-inch wheels with all-season tires and black exterior trim. There are only two more optional packages available on all trims which include the Birch Wood Natural Gray Brown inlays and rear-side thoracic airbags, amongst others.

The turbo four provides plenty of punch to scoot the Q5 around town or blast down a highway on-ramp - Car And Driver

With the 2021 Audi Q5 model's slight power boost for its engine, the 2022 Audi Q5 will also be featuring the same 2.0L Inline-4 Turbo engine called 45 TFSI that makes 261 horses and 273 lb-ft torque. The engine is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and the famous Quattro AWD system. The Audi Q5 also has a plug-in hybrid variant that makes 362 hp which is called the Q5 55 TFSIe, and a sportier variant called the SQ5 variant making 349 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque.

The ride and handling dynamics of the Q5 is pretty smooth and stable. It feels comfortable on most roads and can also take on light off-roading.  It gives you your money's worth when you stick it down a winding road, as the steering is pretty sharp and light but lacks feedback, and also it has negligible body roll. 

In terms of outright performance, the 2022 Audi Q5 does the 0-60 mph sprint in 5.7 seconds and will do the standing quarter-mile in 14.3-seconds, and an electronically limited top speed of 130. The plug-in-hybrid Q5 variant does the 0-60 MPH sprint in just 5.0 seconds. On the other hand, the sport SQ5 does the same in 4.7 seconds. In terms of towing the Q5 can tow up to 4,400 pounds.

The 2022 Audi Q5 makes the most amount of power, this is followed by the Mercedes-Benz GLC which makes 255 hp but can tow up to 3,500 pounds. The Volvo XC60 comes with 5 hp lesser than the GLC but can tow up to the same amount of weight. The least powerful is the BMW X3 but it performs better than the GLC and XC60 and tows the same amount as the Audi Q5.

The 2022 Audi Q5 comes with no mechanical changes from the 2021 model and will continue to offer 23 MPG in the city, 28 MPG on the highway, and a combined 25 MPG. The Audi Q5 comes equipped with a standard 18.5-gallon fuel tank which allows it to get a combined 462 miles of range. The Q5 PHEV (55 TFSI e) offers a combined 27 MPG.

The Audi Q5 offers the most combined driving range of 462 miles thanks to its high MPG figures and large fuel tank. The BMW X3 which comes with the same combined MPG offers a lesser range thanks to its smaller fuel tank. The Volvo offers the next best range of 451 miles as it comes with a large fuel tank but slightly lesser fuel economy.

The Audi Q5's cabin is sharp and hits the mark for the luxury compact SUV class - Cars.USNews

The interior of the 2022 Audi Q5 comes with two changes - it gets front door sill inlays with the S logo on them, this is thanks to the exterior's S-line body kit and the Premium Plus trim gets a power-adjustable steering wheel column. The interior features heated 8-way power-adjustable front row sports seats and leather upholstery in multiple colors. The 2022 Audi Q5 also features tri-zone automatic climate control as standard.

The Premium Plus trim comes with the available option of Nappa Leather and also a warm-weather package that adds seat ventilation - these are standard on the Prestige trim. The Audi Q5 comes with a trunk capacity of 25.9 cu-ft. In terms of infotainment, the 2022 Audi Q5 will come equipped with a 10.1-touchscreen running the MMI interface that is mounted on top of the dashboard, and it does look like an afterthought considering the Audi line-up has it neatly integrated into the dashboard. 

The top-end Prestige trim also includes that and also comes with a heads-up display. The Audi Q5 comes with adequate space in both rows but offers lesser trunk space than the BMW X3 and Volvo XC60. The XC60 offers class-leading passenger and cargo space which is unmatched in this comparison. The Mercedes GLC on the other hand struggles in terms of the trunk space while the X3 has a tighter rear seat leagroom. 

The 2022 Audi Q5 does come with a few changes to the exterior styling by getting the S line exterior and also newly designed 18-inch wheels. The rest of it has been carried forward from the 2021 model which got minor adjustments to the exterior. It features a single frame honeycomb grille (as it now gets the S line exterior) with LED headlights on either side. 

It also features aluminum roof rails, a roof spoiler, heated side mirrors, LED taillights, and dual exhaust tips. The Q5 Premium Plus trim gets 19-inch wheels and a panoramic sunroof, and lastly, the prestige trim gets Matrix Design LED headlights. The optional Black Optics package available on the Premium Plus and higher trim comes with new 20-inch wheels and black accents. That said, if you are looking for a bit more style there is the 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback model.

In terms of dimensions, the Audi Q5 measures 184.3-inches in length and is similar to the Volvo XC60 which is just 0.3-inches longer, however, the Audi Q5 has the shortest wheelbase of 111.0-inches. The XC60 also has a ground clearance of 8.5-inches which is the most in the segment, with the Mercedes-Benz GLC having the least ground clearance of 5.0-inches.

Some of the notable exterior features include:

• LED Headlights with Dynamic Range Adjustment
• 18-inch standard wheels
• LED Taillights with Dynamic Turn Signals
• Aluminum roof rails and exterior trim
• Single Frame front grille
• Panoramic Sunroof (Premium Plus and Prestige)

The IIHS has not yet crash-tested the 2022 Audi Q5 but has given the 2021 Q5 an overall "Good" rating along with the "Top Safety Pick+" award. However, the NHTSA has also given the 2021 Q5 an overall 5-star safety rating, out of a possible 5-stars, in its crash-testing. It certainly turns out to be one of the best SUVs in the segment when it comes to outright safety. So we can expect similar ratings from the 2022 Audi Q5 as well. Further, the 2022 Audi Q5 impresses its customer base with the latest in terms of both active and passive safety features.

Here’s a list of the notable safety suite features of the 2022 Q5:

• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• ABS And Driveline Traction Control
• Forward-collision warning
• Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
• Automated emergency braking
• Audi parking system plus Front And Rear Parking Sensors
• Lane Departure Warning
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System

2022 Audi Q5 vs 2022 BMW X3

The BMW X3 comes with lesser power and performance but the same capacity in towing. The BMW X3 also offers better MPG on the highway but comes with a smaller fuel tank offering a lesser driving range. The X3 does offer more cargo space than the Q5. However, you can have the X3 with RWD as well, which is cheaper than the Audi Q5.

2022 Audi Q5 vs 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class

The higher price of the GLC does not justify the lower towing capacity and acceleration performance, but Mercedes does offer a much more supple ride. Also, the higher reliability ratings and better resale value put the GLC back in the competition. However, the long list of standard features from the base trim and the spacious cabin make the Q5 the victor in this comparison. 

2022 Audi Q5 vs 2022 Volvo XC60

The Volvo XC60 like the Mercedes-Benz GLC comes with less power, performance, and towing capacity. The fuel economy offered is less but it does offer a similar driving range thanks to the larger fuel tank. It also offers more cargo space than the Audi Q5. However, it is priced similar to the Volvo XC60 with the AWD drivetrain, but costs less than the Q5 when equipped with FWD.

The 2022 Audi Q5 does come with quite a few changes compared to the 2021 model which brings more standard features even though this time it is focused on cosmetic updates. However, the 2022 Audi Q5 does come with a good amount of space and comfort on the interior along with an impressive performance quotient which is better than the competition. Along with this, there is the Quattro system that gives the Q5 unique driving dynamics, making it a good car to buy.