Does the 2021 Audi Q5 need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$144extra a year
- Premium listed for the 45 TFSI Premium AWD.
- All 6 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 50% of 134 SUVs (2021) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more. Electric miles 50%.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 TFSI Premium AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $768 | $912 |
| Sportback 45 TFSI Premium AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| Sportback 45 TFSI Premium Plus AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| Sportback 45 TFSI Prestige AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| 45 TFSI Premium Plus AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $768 | $912 |
| 45 TFSI Prestige AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $768 | $912 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Audi Q5 | 45 TFSI Premium AWD | Premium |
| 2021 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | S AWD | Premium |
| 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC | GLC 300 RWD | Premium |
| 2021 BMW X3 | sDrive30i RWD | Premium |
| 2021 Cadillac XT5 | Luxury FWD | Premium |
| 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe | Commercial 2WD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree