Ben Zachariah
2026 BMW X5 review: Long-term introduction
BMW will soon introduce a new X5, but how good is the one it’s replacing? We adopt the outgoing X5 as our latest long-termer to find out.
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Overview
Variant
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Variant
M Sport
Body type
SUV
Body type
SUV
Engine size
2.0 L
Engine size
3.0 L
Drive type
Front
Drive type
4x4
Fuel efficiency (combined)
5.7 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Power and torque
150kW / 340Nm
Power and torque
230kW / 670Nm
1140km
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Warranty
5 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
5
Doors
5
Seats
5
Seats
5
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Diesel
Safety rating
5 Stars
Safety rating
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Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Transmission: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Transmission: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Automatic Door Closing
Rear Boot Hatch: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Wheel Position: yes
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Android Wireless Connection: yes
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Wireless Connection: yes
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
AI-Powered: yes
Virtual Assistant: Manufacturer'S Own
Voice Activating System
AI-Powered: yes
Virtual Assistant: Other
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: Satellite View
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 36
Screen Size (in): 14.50
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Includes Augmented Reality: yes
Information Type: Satellite View
Screen Size (in): 17.90
Traffic Info: yes
Parking Assistance
Front Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Front
Front Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Assistance
Rear Automatic Braking Whilst: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular & Exit
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Remote Services
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Tow Away Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Remote Services
Beep Flash: yes
Driving History Analysis: yes
Find My Car: yes
Location Sharing: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Remote Lock Unlock: yes
Send Destination To Car: yes
Theft Alert: yes
Vehicle Diagnostics: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Includes Memory Seat Adjustments: yes
Includes Walk Away Locking: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 0
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
Telematics
Advanced Auto Collision Notification: yes
Breakdown Assistance: yes
Concierge Months Included: 36
Concierge Service: yes
Connection Type: Via Sim In Vehicle
Tracker System: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Location: Rear
Number of Ports in Rear: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Ambient Lighting
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Ambient Lighting
Reactive Lighting: yes
Over Air Updates
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Over Air Updates
Type: Os Version
Remote HVAC Control
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Remote HVAC Control
Includes Cooling: yes
Includes Heating: yes
Includes Key: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Includes Timer: yes
Months Subscription Included: 36
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 48
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 129
Standard Met: EU6
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Engine (cc): 1984
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Engine
Engine (cc): 2993
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
WLTP Emissions
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WLTP Emissions
ICE Testing Type: ICE
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 17.2
Main Capacity (L): 65
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 14.3
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 21.1
Main Capacity (L): 80
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.6
Main Type: Total
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Bisg Belt Integrated Starter Gen
Motor 1 Location: Belt-Integrated Starter Generator
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 24.5
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 18.0
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Bisg Belt Integrated Starter Gen
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 200
Motor 1 Location: Transmission-Integrated Motor Generator
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 12.2
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 9.0
Electric Power Source
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 12.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Electric Power Source
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Battery Voltage: 48.0
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 0.53
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Mild Hybrid
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 14.50
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Dashboard Passenger Side
Dashboard Passenger Side Screen Size (in): 10.90
Dashboard Passenger Side Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 11.90
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 17.90
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
Head Up Display: Windscreen
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1140
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 708
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 17.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 50
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.6
Maximum Speed (km/h): 226
Maximum Speed (mph): 140
Performance
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Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 204
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 24
Maximum Power (kW): 150
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 18
Maximum Torque (Nm): 340
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4300
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 313
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 12
Maximum Power (kW): 230
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 9
Maximum Torque (lb ft): 494
Maximum Torque (Nm): 670
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 200
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.7
Fuel Economy
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Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 204
Maximum Power (kW): 150
Maximum Torque (Nm): 340
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4300
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1450
Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 313
Maximum Power (kW): 230
Maximum Torque (Nm): 670
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Manufacturer Name: S Tronic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Code: Ga8x76dz
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manufacturer Name: Steptronic
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Limited Slip Differential
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Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Electronic
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Electronic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
Power Steering
Variable Rack: yes
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Heated: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Multi-Link
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Alternate Suspension
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Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 105
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Diameter: 20
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 105
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 55
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Rear Two Tone: yes
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 21
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Two Tone: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 21
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Two Tone: yes
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: PPC
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Clar
Wheelbase Type: Short
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Exhaust Pipe: yes
Black Trim
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Spoiler
Location: Roof
Spoiler
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Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 52.0
Rear Seat Down (L): 1473
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 18.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 520
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: ISO
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11900
Front Track (in): 63.8
Front Track (mm): 1621
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 39.0
Overall Height (in): 65.3
Overall Height (mm): 1659
Overall Length (in): 185.7
Overall Length (mm): 4717
Overall Width (in): 74.5
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 84.3
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2140
Overall Width (mm): 1893
Rear Track (in): 63.5
Rear Track (mm): 1613
Wheelbase (in): 111.0
Wheelbase (mm): 2820
External Dimensions
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Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 41.0
Front Headroom (mm): 1041
Rear Headroom (in): 39.3
Rear Headroom (mm): 998
Front Hip Room (in): 60.0
Front Hip Room (mm): 1523
Rear Hip Room (in): 59.1
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1500
Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.7
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1466
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 55.9
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1420
Internal Dimensions
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Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
Type: Split Gate
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Matrix: yes
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Matrix: yes
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Paint
Type: Gloss
Glass Roof
Sunshade Type: Electric
Glass Roof
Sunshade Type: Electric
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Remote
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Remote
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Roof Rails
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Roof Rails
Colour: Black
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Privacy Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Rear Side
Privacy Glass
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Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Blind
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Manual
Blind
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Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4409
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1910
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4211
Tare Weight (kg): 1869
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 200
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 180
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 2
External Connections
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Subwoofer: yes
Surround Sound: yes
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Speakers
Brand: Bowers & Wilkins
Number of Speakers: 18
Subwoofer: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Door Sill Protector
Illuminated: yes
Door Sill Protector
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Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Alloy
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Luxury Trim
Gear Selector: Wood Or Woodlook
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 9
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Fore Aft Adjustment: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Autonomous Drive
Active Lane Control: yes
Highway Assist: yes
Level: 2 - Partial Automation
Traffic Jam Assist: yes
Traffic Sign Response: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Includes Collision Avoidance: yes
Steering Vibration: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor & Camera
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor & Camera
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant Score: 85.0
ANCAP Child Occupant Score: 86.0
ANCAP Date Tested: 20250201
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian Score: 79.0
ANCAP Rating Expiry Date: 20311231
ANCAP Rating Year: 2025
ANCAP Safety Assist Score: 80.0
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Q5 R4 Lhd
Crash Test Results
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Knee Airbags
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Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Front Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Active Massage: yes
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Driver Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Active Massage: yes
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: 2-Way Electric
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Ventilated: yes
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 3
Rear Control For Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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