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2023 Audi Q5 35 TDI review
The Audi Q5 35 TDI might not be as flashy as the variants sitting above it in the range, but it still has something to offer.
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Scott Collie
2022 Audi Q5 vs 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Comparison
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Volkswagen Tiguan
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Based on the Audi Q5 35 TDI MHEV
Based on the Volkswagen Tiguan 235TSI R
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
65L - 70L
312 to 560 km
58L - 60L
447 to 534 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
3 year - 5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$77,700 - $86,300
$43,990 - $73,790
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CarExpert's Take
Scott Collie
Head of Content
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Represents solid value alongside broader range
- Efficient in the real world
- Finally gets digital dash for MY23
Misses
- Front-wheel drive only
- Adaptive cruise buried in a package
- Not as efficient as claim in the real world
James Wong
Production Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Silly fast for a family wagon
- Retains the regular Tiguan's strengths
- Bargain compared to rival Euro fast SUVs
Misses
- Only looks special in Lapiz Blue
- Australia misses out on full-fat Euro tune
- Some cabin elements are a bit dated
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Climate Front Cup Holder (+$390)
- Metallic Paint (+$1,990)
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Colours Available
The 2024 Volkswagen Life, Elegance and R-Line are offered with the following colour choices:
- Pure White
- Dolphin Grey Metallic
- Night Shade Blue Metallic
- Reflex Silver Metallic
- Deep Black Pearl
Metallic and pearl paint options cost $900. Pure White is a no-cost option.
The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan R comes with the following colour choices:
- Pure White
- Dolphin Grey Metallic
- Lapiz Blue Premium Metallic
- Reflex Silver Metallic
- Deep Black Pearl
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO CDI | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1968 - 2967 | 1395 - 1984 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.0L, 3.0L | 1.4L, 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO V6, DIESEL TURBO 4 | TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 - 24 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 120kW - 210kW | 110kW - 235kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 3250 - 5000 | 3900 - 5600 | |
| Torque | ||
| 370Nm - 620Nm | 250Nm - 350Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1500 - 1750 | 1500 - 2000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9.6 - 16 | 9.6 - 11.65 | |
