Though distinct in amenities, the three available trim levels -- Premium, Premium Plus ($42,325) and Prestige ($49,825) -- are powered by the same 3.2L V-6 engine sending 270 hp and 242 lb-ft of torque to all four-wheels.
All prices include a standard $825 destination charge.
Standard on the model are a three-zone climate control, folding and reclinable 40/20/40 rear seats, LED taillights and roof rails for extra cargo capacity.
Additionally, enthroning front passengers are twelve-way power seats, while leather and wood lines the cabin.
A third-generation Multi-Media Interface (MMI) Navigation plus manages entertainment, communication and navigation duties while on the fly.
Customers inclined to pulling trailers will find a standard issue hitch package rated at a segment-leading 4400 lbs capacity. The Q5 is fuel efficient, with an EPA rating of 20 mpg combined -- a figure Audi claims is class-leading.
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It can also move out when you put your foot in it, with a 6.7 sec 0-60 time, according to the automaker.
Based on numbers, the 2009 Audi Q5 slips right in with the best of them.
According to officials, the Q5's main competitors are the Mercedes-Benz GLK 4MATIC ($35,900, 268 hp/258 lb-ft), BMW X3 xDrive3.0i ($39,700, 260 hp/225 lb-ft) and Lexus RX 350 AWD ($38,200, 270 hp/251 lb-ft).
