Verdict
At RM339,900 versus RM352,900, the Audi Q5 FY is the quicker, stronger buy on paper: 252 hp, 370 Nm, all-wheel drive, 0-100 km/h in 6.3 seconds and a 550-litre boot, plus a five-year warranty. The Audi Q5 GU asks RM13,000 more but shifts the pitch with AEB, seven airbags and a slightly larger body. For Malaysia, the outgoing FY suits drivers who value pace and warranty; the GU suits buyers prioritising newer safety kit.
Pick the Audi Q5 FY if you want the stronger 252 hp/370 Nm drivetrain, all-wheel drive, a 550-litre boot and a five-year warranty.
Pick the Audi Q5 GU if AEB, seven airbags and the newer generation matter more to you than outright output.
Key differences
- Price: Audi Q5 FY RM339,900, Audi Q5 GU RM352,900.
- Output: Audi Q5 FY 252 hp/370 Nm, Audi Q5 GU 196 hp/340 Nm.
- Driven wheels: Audi Q5 FY all-wheel drive, Audi Q5 GU front-wheel drive.
- Boot space: Audi Q5 FY 550 litres, Audi Q5 GU 520 litres.
- Safety kit: Audi Q5 FY 6 airbags and no AEB listed, Audi Q5 GU 7 airbags and AEB.
- Warranty: Audi Q5 FY 5 years, Audi Q5 GU 2 years.
FY
- Stronger 252 hp and 370 Nm output.
- All-wheel drive and 6.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Larger 550-litre boot with five-year warranty.
- No AEB listed.
- One fewer airbag than the GU.
- Shorter and narrower body than the GU.
GU
- AEB is included.
- Seven airbags versus six in the FY.
- Longer, wider and taller body.
- Lower 196 hp and 340 Nm output.
- Front-wheel drive, not all-wheel drive.
- Smaller 520-litre boot and two-year warranty.
| 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✓ | 196 hp |
| Torque | 370 Nm✓ | 340 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 82.5 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 | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | 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 better for performance, boot space and warranty. The Audi Q5 GU is better for listed safety kit, with AEB and seven airbags. If choosing purely from the numbers, the FY has the stronger case.
What is the price difference?
The Audi Q5 GU costs RM13,000 more than the Audi Q5 FY. Road tax is identical at RM434 a year for both, as both use a 1,984 cc petrol engine.
Which one is faster?
The Audi Q5 FY is the faster pick on paper, with 252 hp, 370 Nm and a listed 0-100 km/h time of 6.3 seconds. The Audi Q5 GU has 196 hp and 340 Nm, with no 0-100 km/h figure listed.
