Used 2023 Audi Q5 for Sale nearCharlotte, NC

How much does the 2023 Audi Q5 cost?

Prices have softened 5.65% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 3,077 listings available, which gives you a solid amount of inventory to compare.

If you find a listing below $30,004.62, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2023 Audi Q5 a good car?

Yes — you’re looking at a 5/5 user-rated SUV with an expert rating of 6.5/10. The model scores 7/10 across Look and feel, Form and function, and Safety.

Drivers consistently praise its luxurious feel, advanced technology, smooth performance, stylish design, and comfortable interior. The Q5’s standard all-wheel drive and quiet cabin also fit the kind of polished, everyday luxury many small-SUV shoppers want.

The main trade-off is sluggish initial acceleration, and the premium-gasoline requirement may matter if you’re watching running costs. Even so, the Q5’s balance of style, comfort, and standard AWD makes it a strong fit if you want a refined small luxury SUV rather than the quickest one in the class.

With 36.8% of listings marked as good or great deals, you have a decent chance of finding a competitive price if you shop carefully.

Is the 2023 Audi Q5 reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction. User feedback also points to a dependable, trouble-free feel, with praise for its smooth performance and the kind of quality that makes it easy to count on over time.

The expert evaluation reinforces that impression by describing sturdy build quality, a calm cabin, and a solid overall feel on rough roads. That combination suggests the Q5 is built to handle regular use without feeling flimsy or worn out.

If you’re buying used, the main long-term ownership risk is less about basic durability and more about keeping up with premium-brand maintenance and operating costs.

What should I look for when buying a used 2023 Audi Q5?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.6% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a vehicle history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re considering a higher-mileage example or one with a lot of tech features. Focus on overall condition, interior wear, and how smoothly the powertrain responds in real-world driving, since the Q5’s biggest weakness is its slow initial acceleration.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The Premium trim gives you the core luxury basics, including leather seating, heated front seats, a 10-inch touchscreen, and standard driver-assistance features, while the Premium Plus adds more tech and convenience. The Prestige brings the most upscale equipment, including matrix-design LED headlights, a head-up display, a semi-automated parking system, and a traffic sign reader.
• Powertrain: You can choose from a 201-horsepower 40 TFSI, a 261-horsepower 45 TFSI, or a 362-horsepower 55 TFSI plug-in hybrid. All versions use a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic and standard Quattro all-wheel drive, and the gas engines are tuned more for smoothness than quick off-the-line response.
• Safety package: Standard equipment includes forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and front and rear parking sensors. Premium Plus adds lane-keep assist, a surround-view camera system, and traffic jam assist, while Prestige adds more advanced lighting and convenience tech.
• Infotainment: Every Q5 gets a 10.1-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and remote app-based functions. Higher trims add a customizable digital instrument panel, and the system’s graphics are sharp even if startup and CarPlay activation take a bit of time.
• Fuel efficiency: The 40 TFSI is rated at 23 mpg city, 29 mpg highway, and 25 mpg combined. The 45 TFSI is rated at 22 mpg city and the same 25 mpg combined, while the 55 TFSI plug-in hybrid is rated at 23 miles of electric range and 26 mpg combined once the battery is depleted.

Which 2023 Audi Q5 trim should I buy?

The 2023 Audi Q5 is offered in 3 trim levels: Premium, Premium Plus, Prestige.

Here's the short version:

• Premium: This is the entry point, but it still gives you a strong luxury baseline with leather seating, heated front seats, a 10-inch touchscreen, standard wireless smartphone integration, and the core safety suite. It makes sense if you want the lowest-cost way into the Q5 without giving up the essentials.
• Premium Plus: This is the best-value choice because it adds a good amount of tech and safety equipment for the money, including lane-keep assist, a surround-view camera system, traffic jam assist, and a customizable digital instrument panel. If you want the sweet spot between price and features, this is the trim to target.
• Prestige: This is the pick if you want the most upscale Q5 experience, with matrix-design LED headlights, a head-up display, a semi-automated parking system, and a traffic sign reader. It suits you best if you’re willing to pay more for convenience and premium touches.

Rear-seat side impact airbags are offered as an option on all trims.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2023 Audi Q5?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with some leverage if you’re patient and compare listings carefully.

• Deal availability: 36.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 3,077 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.65% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 91.6% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $30,004.62, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2023 Audi Q5's resale value?

The current average of $30,242 sits slightly below last year's $32,052.

That softer pricing suggests the Q5 has moved into a more buyer-friendly position, which can help you if you’re shopping now but may temper what you can expect later as a seller. If prices continue to normalize, resale values should remain supported by the model’s broad appeal, but not necessarily at the same level seen a year ago.

Strong demand for well-equipped, well-kept examples should help the best Q5s hold value better than average. If you buy carefully and keep mileage and condition in check, you’ll be in a better position when it’s time to sell.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2023 Audi Q5 safe?

The 2023 Audi Q5 earns five-star ratings for overall, frontal, and side protection from NHTSA, and four-star ratings in rollover tests. It also earns the IIHS’ Good score in all crashworthiness tests and a Top Safety Pick+ award.

It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.

The standard safety suite includes forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and front and rear parking sensors. If you move up to Premium Plus, you also get lane-keep assist, a surround-view camera system, and traffic jam assist, which can reduce fatigue in dense traffic.

One caveat is that rear-seat side impact airbags are only offered as an option, so you’ll want to confirm whether a used example has them if that matters to you.

Should I buy a 2023 Audi Q5 or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2023 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2023 if:

• 36.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.6% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.65% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2023 stands out for its standard all-wheel drive, quiet cabin, and broad mix of comfort and technology.

The bottom line: If you want a well-rounded small luxury SUV with strong safety, standard AWD, and a polished cabin, the 2023 is the right year to target. If you’re especially price-sensitive, you can still shop nearby years, but the 2023’s softer pricing and strong inventory make it the cleaner buy for most shoppers.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 4, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.