The Audi Q5 isn't the newest luxury midsize SUV. But it's still one of the best.

That's because in recent years, the new-generation versions of its German luxury SUV rivals have become a lot more expensive. To get into a base model Mercedes GLC, you're looking at more than $103,000 (AUD).

For a base Q5, it's thirty thousand dollars - yes, $30,000 - less! That's not really a like-for-like comparison though, but I've covered off the entire range of Q5 SUV models in this review -- but I don't dwell much on the Sportback versions here, because personally, I think coupe-SUV models are silly.

Rest assured though, that if you think a coupe SUV is right for you, then there are a heap of Q5 Sportback models to pick from, and if you watch this review you'll be able to see which one I think is the best model in the range.

Is it the Q5 35 TDI? The 40 TDI Sport quattro? The 45 TFSI Sport quattro? The 55 TFSI e plug-in hybrid S line quattro? Or the full-fat SQ5?

Watch and you'll see.

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00:00 Intro
00:33 Is it the right price?
02:38 What are the best alternatives?
04:07 Is it the right size?
05:36 Interior
11:25 Under the bonnet
13:03 Driving
18:27 Efficiency
20:29 Is it safe?
21:51 Ownership
22:36 Verdict

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