Does the 2022 Audi Q5 need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$288extra a year
- Premium listed for the 40 TFSI Premium AWD.
- All 9 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 50% of 146 SUVs (2022) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 TFSI Premium AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| 45 TFSI S line Premium AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $768 | $912 |
| 40 TFSI Premium Plus AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| 40 TFSI Prestige AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $1,536 | $1,824 |
| 45 TFSI S line Premium Plus AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 25 | $768 | $912 |
| 45 TFSI S line Prestige 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 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Audi Q5 | 40 TFSI Premium AWD | Premium |
| 2022 Land Rover Discovery Sport | S AWD | Premium |
| 2022 BMW X3 | sDrive30i RWD | Premium |
| 2022 Buick Enclave | Essence FWD | Regular |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC | GLC 300 RWD | Premium |
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