Negotiating leverage
56
strong leverage / 100
~51 days of national supply and listings typically ~7% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
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Fair market price
$54,763
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
Fair price is in the typical market range
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
3 sourced trims when new
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Negotiating leverage
56
strong leverage / 100
~51 days of national supply and listings typically ~7% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
National supply
51
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2026 Audi Q5.
Manufacturer programs
See current cash, financing, and lease programs for a 2026 Audi Q5. They can vary by ZIP and are separate from Ridekick's Real Price.
$48,576–$50,688
Estimated dealer invoice — about $52,800 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.
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | $51,327 | $52,800 | $48,576–$50,688 |
| Premium Plus | $55,724 | $55,700 | $51,244–$53,472 |
| Prestige | $59,250 | $60,700 | $55,844–$58,272 |
Trim comparison
Premium
$51,327
Premium: fair price $51,327, original MSRP $52,800, estimated dealer cost $48,576 to $50,688.
Premium Plus
$55,724
Premium Plus: fair price $55,724, original MSRP $55,700, estimated dealer cost $51,244 to $53,472.
Prestige
$59,250
Prestige: fair price $59,250, original MSRP $60,700, estimated dealer cost $55,844 to $58,272.
Some fair prices are above the original MSRP. MSRP is the original sticker price for the same trim; a current used-market estimate can be higher. This reflects today’s comparable listings—not a dealer quote.
Out-the-door for a 2026 Audi Q5 runs about $53,403 in MT to $57,638 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 | $3,849 | $110+ | $57,051 |
| TX | $3,318 | $332 | $56,742 |
| FL | $3,186 | $1,074+ | $57,352 |
| NY | $2,124 | $371 | $55,587 |
| PA | $3,186 | $587 | $56,865 |
| IL | $3,318 | $683 | $57,093 |
| OH | $3,053 | $444 | $56,589 |
| GA | $3,716 | $637 | $57,445 |
| NC | $1,593 | $793 | $55,478 |
| WA | $3,451 | $215+ | $56,758 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $53,617 |
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
7.8/ 10
Based on 4 expert reviews from 3 sources
Based on analysis of 3 professional reviews, the 2026 Audi Q5 earns an expert score of 78. Reviewers consistently praise its Attractive new sheetmetal, Fresh technology, User-friendly cabin. However, some note concerns about No hybrid or PHEV at launch and Competent, not exciting. This consensus represents the collective professional opinion from leading automotive publications.
Strengths
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A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $54,763, within a typical market range of $53,305 to $59,413.
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $53,403 in MT to $57,638 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
There are about 51 days of national market supply for the 2026 Audi Q5 — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2026 Audi Q5.
Negotiating leverage rates 56/100 (strong). ~51 days of national supply and listings typically ~7% above fair price — strong leverage to negotiate.
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $48,576–$50,688 — its $52,800 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
Based on analysis of 3 professional reviews, the 2026 Audi Q5 earns an expert score of 78. Reviewers consistently praise its Attractive new sheetmetal, Fresh technology, User-friendly cabin. However, some note concerns about No hybrid or PHEV at launch and Competent, not exciting. This consensus rep
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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.