Verdict
At RM339,900, the Audi Q5 FY is RM13,000 cheaper yet brings 252 hp, 370 Nm and all-wheel drive, versus the Audi Q5 GU’s 196 hp, 340 Nm and front-wheel drive. Its 550-litre boot and five-year unlimited-mileage warranty also suit a Malaysian family. The GU answers with seven airbags, autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control, Digital Matrix LED headlamps and a 14.5-inch screen, but its 520-litre boot and two-year warranty make the extra spend chiefly an equipment and safety decision.
Pick the Audi Q5 FY if stronger 252-hp performance, all-wheel drive, a larger 550-litre boot and five-year warranty cover matter more than the latest driver aids.
Pick the Audi Q5 GU if you will pay RM13,000 more for autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control, surround-view parking camera and newer cabin technology.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 FY RM339,900; Audi Q5 GU RM352,900.
- Output and driveline: Audi Q5 FY 252 hp/370 Nm with all-wheel drive; Audi Q5 GU 196 hp/340 Nm with front-wheel drive.
- Boot space: Audi Q5 FY 550 litres; Audi Q5 GU 520 litres.
- Safety: Audi Q5 FY has six airbags and no autonomous braking; Audi Q5 GU has seven airbags and autonomous braking.
- Infotainment: Audi Q5 FY has an 8.3-inch MMI Navigation Plus display; Audi Q5 GU has a 14.5-inch Android Automotive OS touchscreen.
- Warranty: Audi Q5 FY gets five years with unlimited mileage; Audi Q5 GU gets two years with unlimited mileage.
FY
- 252 hp and 370 Nm with all-wheel drive
- 550-litre boot
- Five-year unlimited-mileage warranty
- Six airbags versus seven in the Q5 GU, with no autonomous braking or blind-spot system
- 8.3-inch infotainment screen instead of the Q5 GU's 14.5-inch touchscreen
- Passive rather than adaptive cruise control
GU
- Seven airbags, autonomous braking and blind-spot information system
- 14.5-inch Android Automotive OS touchscreen and surround-view camera
- Adaptive cruise control and Digital Matrix LED headlamps
- 196 hp and 340 Nm, down from the Q5 FY's 252 hp and 370 Nm
- Front-wheel drive rather than the Q5 FY's all-wheel drive
- Two-year unlimited-mileage warranty versus five years for the Q5 FY
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM339,900✓ | RM352,900 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM434 | RM434 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing | 16-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, turbocharged with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 1,984 cc | 1,984 cc |
| Horsepower | 252 hp at 5,000 rpm✓ | 196 hp at 4,300 rpm |
| Torque | 370 Nm at 1,600 rpm✓ | 340 Nm at 2,000 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline 4 | Inline 4 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore × Stroke | 82.5 mm × 92.8 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 9.6 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 7-speed S-tronic with ultra technology | 7-speed S-tronic |
| Gears | 7 | 7 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Audi AG | — |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 6.3 seconds | — |
| Rated Economy | 7.4 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 237 km/h | — |
| Co2 | 170 g/km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,663 mm | 4,717 mm |
| Width | 1,893 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,659 mm | 1,669 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,819 mm | 2,817 mm |
| Weight | 1,795 kg | — |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | 68 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 550 litres✓ | 520 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/55R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/55R19 | 235/55R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Latitude Sport 3 | Michelin e-Primacy |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Mexico (CBU) | Mexico (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" 5 Spoke Alloy | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 19" 5 Spoke Alloy | 19" 10 Spoke Aero Design Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Audi Drive Select with damping control system | Comfort suspension |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| ANCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) | 7 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain, Front Centre Airbag) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for rear doors | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | — | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on front passenger seat and two outer rear passenger seats | Available on Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Front Seats Only | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | Digital Matrix LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | LED Combination with Dynamic Turn Signals | Full OLED Tail lights |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Memory Function for Driver | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding, Manual Recline | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map, Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Manual rear door window shades | — |
| Audio | 8.3" MMI Navigation Plus with MMI Touch, Audi Sound System with 10 Speakers, 180 watts | 14.5" Touchscreen with Android Automotive OS, 10-speaker Audi Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Digital Key |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered boot | Powered with Contactless Operation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, with Surround View Camera |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 2 years |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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FY vs GU FAQ
Is the Audi Q5 FY or Audi Q5 GU better?
The Audi Q5 FY is the better mechanical buy: it costs RM13,000 less, has 56 hp more, 30 Nm more torque, all-wheel drive, a larger boot and longer warranty. Choose the Q5 GU for its substantially stronger safety and convenience equipment.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q5 GU costs RM352,900, which is RM13,000 more than the Audi Q5 FY at RM339,900. The extra money brings autonomous braking, adaptive cruise control, seven airbags, a 14.5-inch touchscreen and surround-view camera.
Which Q5 has more boot space and better warranty cover?
The Audi Q5 FY has the larger 550-litre boot, against 520 litres in the Audi Q5 GU. It also has a five-year unlimited-mileage manufacturer warranty, while the Q5 GU has two years with unlimited mileage.
