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the suspension does a great job keeping the two-ton Q5's body motions in check
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its family-friendly sliding rear seat is the only one of its kind among luxury crossovers of this size
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The cargo floor’s height makes loading items easy—although it’s not yet as manageable as a station wagon’s
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has the interior luxury for which Audi is revered
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QUALITY | 8 out of 10
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the suspension does a great job keeping the two-ton Q5's body motions in check
Automobile Magazine
its family-friendly sliding rear seat is the only one of its kind among luxury crossovers of this size
Edmunds
The cargo floor’s height makes loading items easy—although it’s not yet as manageable as a station wagon’s
Car and Driver
has the interior luxury for which Audi is revered
Cars.com
The 2011 Audi Q5 offers a reasonably roomy interior for a compact vehicle, with more than enough headroom and legroom in front. The seats themselves are firm and adjust for great comfort, even in back, where the passengers can recline for long-trip ease. And thanks to the rather long wheelbase, even backseat passengers do get enough legroom—none of the surprise crunch you get in vehicles like Audi's own A4 Avant. You might not want the Panorama moonroof, though if you plan to carry tall passengers as it cuts into headroom.
The Q5's layout is straightforward and versatile. The second-row seats split and fold to create more cargo space, but even when five people (four adults, really) are seated inside, there's enough cargo room for four roll-on suitcases and a clear view out the rear hatch glass. Small storage abounds, down to the 1-liter cup holders molded in all the doors, the console, and the fold-down armrest in the backseat.
Cabin materials are about the best they come in this class, with a rich, unified feel throughout and nice detailing. Furthermore, the Q5 has excellent build quality and a tight, refined feel overall. There's a little bit of road noise, and you do hear the four-cylinder engine a bit too much, though.
Conclusion
The Q5 has the passenger room, cargo space, and quality construction that well-heeled buyers want, in a maneuverable size.