Negotiating leverage
39
moderate leverage / 100
~58 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick price intelligence
2020 Audi Q5 Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$19,380
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$12,900$27,689
- Typical market range
- $17,107–$21,159
- Ridekick fair price
- $19,380
- Original MSRP range
- $43,300–$60,350
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
3 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
58
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2020 Audi Q5.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$39,836–$41,568
Estimated dealer invoice — about $43,300 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | $18,775 | $43,300 | $39,836–$41,568 |
| Premium Plus | $19,933 | $49,550 | $45,586–$47,568 |
| Prestige | $20,802 | $60,350 | $55,522–$57,936 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$15,449$39,563$63,676
Fair pricePremium
$18,775
Premium: fair price $18,775, original MSRP $43,300, estimated dealer cost $39,836 to $41,568.
Premium Plus
$19,933
Premium Plus: fair price $19,933, original MSRP $49,550, estimated dealer cost $45,586 to $47,568.
Prestige
$20,802
Prestige: fair price $20,802, original MSRP $60,350, estimated dealer cost $55,522 to $57,936.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2020 Audi Q5 runs about $19,818 in MT to $21,826 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,414 | $110+ | $21,031 |
| TX | $1,219 | $332 | $21,058 |
| FL | $1,170 | $1,074+ | $21,751 |
| NY | $780 | $371 | $20,658 |
| PA | $1,170 | $587 | $21,264 |
| IL | $1,219 | $683 | $21,409 |
| OH | $1,122 | $444 | $21,073 |
| GA | $1,365 | $637 | $21,509 |
| NC | $585 | $793 | $20,885 |
| WA | $1,268 | $215+ | $20,990 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $20,032 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
25
MPG city
29
MPG highway
27
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2020 Audi Q5 configuration (Premium and Electricity).
Safety & recalls
6 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2020 Audi Q5.
TIRES
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.
Campaign 22V034000 · 26/01/2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, 2018-2022 Q5, and SQ5 vehicles. A liquid spill in the rear seat, or water ingress from an insufficient body seam underneath the vehicle may allow liquid to penetrate the gateway control module, causing it to shutdown.
Remedy: Dealers will install a protective cover on the gateway control module and seal an underbody seam as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 90S9.
Campaign 21V947000 · 08/12/2021
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.
Campaign 21V295000 · 26/04/2021
SEATS
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen ) is recalling certain 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, Jetta, Jetta GLI and Tiguan and Audi Q5 and SQ5 and 2021 Volkswagen Atlas vehicles. Parts of the front seat frame and backrest adjuster may not have been welded properly.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front seats, and, as necessary, replace the seatback frames, free of charge. The recall began September 11, 2020. Volkswagen owners may contact their customer service at 1-888-241-2289. Audi owners may contact their customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 72L1, 72K8, and 72K9.
Campaign 20V505000 · 26/08/2020
STRUCTURE:BODY
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Audi SQ5 and 2018-2020 Audi Q5 vehicles. The rear wheel arch cover trim may loosen and detach from the vehicle.
Remedy: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the four clips securing the forward part of the rear wheel arch trim, free of charge. The recall began November 1, 2019. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 66K8.
Campaign 19V737000 · 16/10/2019
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-tron Quattro, 2020-2024 e-tron Sportback Quattro, Q5, and 2021-2022 A7 vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's numbers for this recall are 93U6 and 93U8.
Campaign 23V842000 · 13/12/2023
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2020 Audi Q5?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $19,380, within a typical market range of $17,107 to $21,159.
Is the 2020 Audi Q5 cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $43,300, so a fair used price is roughly $23,920 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2020 Audi Q5?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $19,818 in MT to $21,826 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2020 Audi Q5?
There are about 58 days of national market supply for the 2020 Audi Q5 — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2020 Audi Q5.
How much can you negotiate on a 2020 Audi Q5?
Negotiating leverage rates 39/100 (moderate). ~58 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2020 Audi Q5?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $39,836–$41,568 — its $43,300 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 9/17/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.