Should you buy one?

There are few reasons not to. The Audi Q5 returns for a new generation still feeling as premium as it had done, spacious inside for the family and competitive on efficiency and performance compared to the competition. Is it an exciting car? Not really, but one that won’t be a headache to live with.

As you’d expect, the BMW X3 steers better and the Mercedes-Benz GLC has a nicer interior – with the Q5 carving a niche somewhere between the two.

What we like

The Q5 feels solidly built inside and feels solid to drive. Rear space has been improved and those in the back have more amenities, too.

What we don’t like

The fact the boot has shrank. Not by a huge amount, but enough to make the car less competitive in this field compared to the competition.