The Audi Q5 is a renowned series of compact luxury crossover SUVs manufactured by Germany's prestigious Audi brand since 2008. The initial first-generation model (Typ 8R) marked the third installment in the B8 lineup, following the Audi A5 and fourth-generation A4, all sharing the Audi MLB platform. In 2018, the second-generation Q5 (Typ 80A) was introduced, showcasing the Audi MLB Evo platform, aligning with the B9 versions of the A4 and A5.
A concept version of the upcoming Q5 was showcased as a 2-door convertible at the 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show. This model boasted a potent 3.0 TDI engine delivering 240 PS (177
