Audi Q5 value and depreciation
Known for best-selling audi suv in sa.
Projected value of a new Audi Q5
We class the Audi Q5 as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 62% after three years and 47% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
Retention table
| After | Retained | Retail value | Trade-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 81% | R 821 613 | R 723 019 |
| 3 years | 62% | R 633 454 | R 557 440 |
| 5 years | 47% | R 477 147 | R 419 889 |
| 7 years | 35% | R 355 201 | R 312 577 |
| 10 years | 22% | R 224 148 | R 197 250 |
Estimates for a new purchase at R 1 018 200; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
The Q5 has been Audi's strongest SUV seller in South Africa since 2009, valued for refinement and the long-serving 2.0 TDI drivetrain. The latest generation opens with the 40 TDI quattro at just over R1 million. It resells more easily than Audi's sedans, though normal German premium depreciation still applies.
What used Q5 years are worth today
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| Year | Est. retail today | Trade-in | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Q5 | R 1 018 200 | R 896 016 | Details → |
| 2025 Q5 | R 778 780 | R 685 326 | Details → |
| 2024 Q5 | R 648 166 | R 570 386 | Details → |
| 2023 Q5 | R 539 458 | R 474 723 | Details → |
| 2022 Q5 | R 443 786 | R 390 532 | Details → |
| 2021 Q5 | R 365 082 | R 321 272 | Details → |
| 2020 Q5 | R 300 335 | R 264 295 | Details → |
| 2019 Q5 | R 244 178 | R 214 877 | Details → |
| 2018 Q5 | R 198 522 | R 174 699 | Details → |
| 2017 Q5 | R 161 402 | R 142 034 | Details → |
| 2016 Q5 | R 131 223 | R 115 476 | Details → |
| 2015 Q5 | R 106 687 | R 93 885 | Details → |
Q5 against its rivals
Audi Q5: common questions
What is a Audi Q5 worth after 3 years?
A Audi Q5 bought new today for R 1 018 200 is projected to be worth about R 633 454 after three years, which is 62% of its price. A dealer trade-in offer would sit closer to R 557 440.
Does the Audi Q5 hold its value?
We class the Audi Q5 as a premium (established) in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 62% after three years and 47% after five. German and established luxury compacts and mid-sizers. A hard first-year knock, then steady losses that accelerate once the motorplan expires.
What does a used Audi Q5 cost?
As a guide: a 2024 model is worth about R 648 166 retail today, while a 2015 model sits around R 106 687. Condition, mileage and spec move real prices by 10% or more either way.
What would a Audi Q5 cost per month?
Financing a new Audi Q5 at R 1 018 200 over 72 months at 11.75% with a 10% deposit comes to roughly R 17 796 per month before bank fees and insurance.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.