Verdict
The Audi Q5 8R Facelift is the harder-headed buy at RM306,554 versus RM352,900 for the Audi Q5 GU, a RM46,346 gap. It also gets 225 hp, 350 Nm, all-wheel drive, a 7.1-second 0-100 km/h time and a bigger 540-litre boot. The GU counters with the newer-generation footprint: 4,717 mm long, 2,817 mm wheelbase, seven airbags and AEB. But on paper, the extra money buys safety tech and size, not more power or all-wheel drive.
Pick the Audi Q5 8R Facelift if you want the stronger engine, all-wheel drive, bigger boot, larger fuel tank and longer warranty for less money.
Pick the Audi Q5 GU if AEB, seven airbags and the larger body matter more than outright output, boot space and all-wheel drive.
Key differences
- Power: Audi Q5 8R Facelift 225 hp, Audi Q5 GU 196 hp
- Torque: Audi Q5 8R Facelift 350 Nm, Audi Q5 GU 340 Nm
- Driven wheels: Audi Q5 8R Facelift all-wheel drive, Audi Q5 GU front-wheel drive
- Size: Audi Q5 8R Facelift 4,629 mm long and 2,807 mm wheelbase, Audi Q5 GU 4,717 mm long and 2,817 mm wheelbase
- Boot and tank: Audi Q5 8R Facelift 540 litres and 75 litres, Audi Q5 GU 520 litres and 68 litres
- Safety and warranty: Audi Q5 8R Facelift 6 airbags, no AEB and 5-year warranty; Audi Q5 GU 7 airbags, AEB and 2-year warranty
8R Facelift
- 225 hp, 350 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 7.1 seconds
- All-wheel drive
- 540-litre boot, 75-litre tank and five-year warranty
- No AEB listed
- Six airbags versus seven
- Shorter 4,629 mm body and 2,807 mm wheelbase
GU
- Seven airbags versus six
- AEB is included
- Longer body and wheelbase at 4,717 mm and 2,817 mm
- 196 hp and 340 Nm trail the Audi Q5 8R Facelift
- Front-wheel drive, not all-wheel drive
- 520-litre boot and 68-litre tank are smaller
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM306,554✓ | RM352,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM434 | RM434 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | 1,984 cc |
| Horsepower | 225 hp✓ | 196 hp |
| Torque | 350 Nm✓ | 340 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 82.5 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.6 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 8-speed tiptronic | 7-speed S-tronic |
| Gears | 8 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 7.1 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 7.9 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 222 km/h | — |
| Co2 | 184 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,629 mm | 4,717 mm |
| Width | 1,898 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,655 mm | 1,669 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,807 mm | 2,817 mm |
| Weight | 1,730 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 68 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 540 litres✓ | 520 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/60R18 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | Mexico (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" 5 Spoke V Design Alloy | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 18" 5 Spoke V Design Alloy | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Audi Drive Select with damping control system - Auto/Comfort/Dynamic/Efficiency mode | Comfort suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Centre Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for rear doors | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-Xenon Projector | Digital Matrix LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full OLED Tail lights |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | — |
| Audio | Audi Symphony radio with 6 CD changer, MP3 player with Bluetooth and 10 speakers (180 watt) | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, 10-speaker Audi Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Digital Key |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | — | Yes, with Surround View Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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8R Facelift vs GU FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 8R Facelift or Audi Q5 GU better?
For most buyers choosing on mechanical spec and price, the Audi Q5 8R Facelift is better: it is cheaper by RM46,346, has more power, all-wheel drive, a larger boot and a longer warranty. Choose the Audi Q5 GU for AEB and seven airbags.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q5 GU costs RM46,346 more. Annual road tax is the same at RM434 because both use a 1,984 cc petrol engine.
Which one is more practical?
The Audi Q5 8R Facelift has the bigger boot and tank at 540 litres and 75 litres. The Audi Q5 GU is the larger car outside, at 4,717 mm long with a 2,817 mm wheelbase.