How much is a 2018 Audi Q5Diesel worth in Ireland?

The median asking price for a 2018 Audi Q5Diesel on the Irish used-car market is around €39,233, based on 3 live listings tracked by Carintel.ie.

How much does a 2018 Audi Q5 depreciate per year?

A Audi Q5 loses roughly 13.8% of its value per year on the Irish used-car market based on Carintel.ie's regression across active listings.

Is it cheaper to import a 2018 Audi Q5 from Northern Ireland?

It depends on spec, mileage and CO2. Carintel.ie compares ROI median prices against Northern Ireland listings' landed cost, including VRT, NOx levy and registration fees, so you can see the saving at a glance on this page.

What are the running costs of a 2018 Audi Q5Diesel?

This page estimates annual running costs for a 2018 Audi Q5Diesel using WLTP consumption data, current Irish fuel and electricity prices, and Irish motor tax bands.

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Engine:All engines 2.0L · 69 3.0L · 3

Market Intelligence

Audi Q52018

Diesel · 3.0L

25 days avg on market · Low data confidence

High DemandLimited Data

No ROI listings currently available

Check back soon as new listings are added regularly.

Updated 13h ago · ROI · Low confidence

Median listing price

€39,233

private sale ~€37,570 Pricing assumptionsAssumptions· Good condition, full service history· No outstanding finance or damage· Based on ads seen in the past 30 days

Est. trade-in

€24,677 – €29,965

15–30% below private sale

Avg mileage

103k km

typical 105k km

Days listed

25d

avg on market · demand 92/100

AI Market Summary

Diesel Q5 holds strong resale value in Irish market — robust SUV demand and recent 71% price rise reflects scarcity and buyer appetite.
DPF clogging is common on 2018 TDI models, especially if previous owner did short urban runs; request full service history and DPF regeneration records before buying.
Fuel injector carbon build-up causes rough starts and idle issues on these engines — check for hesitation when cold-starting and ask about injector cleaning history.
Run a pre-purchase diagnostic scan focusing on EGR valve deposits; rough power delivery or high emissions warnings suggest costly carbon cleaning needed soon.
Well-priced relative to market but mileage near median (105k km) is typical for age — not a bargain, but fair value if service history is solid and DPF maintained.

AI-generated analysis · Carintel.ie · verify independently before purchasing

Analysis & Insights

Price Analysis Costs Import Recalls & Info

Vehicle specification

Manufacturer WLTP data

Power

282 bhp

286 PS

Torque

620 Nm

457 lb·ft

0–62 mph

5.8s

147 mph top

Engine

3.0L

3000 cc

Fuel economy & emissions

Combined

48.7 mpg

Urban

43.5 mpg

Extra urban

52.3 mpg

Fuel tank

65L

Dimensions

Length

4.66m

4663 mm

Width

1.89m

Wheelbase

2.82m

Safety & ownership

Euro NCAP

★★★★★

Adult 93% · Child 86%

Insurance

Group 38E

Road tax (UK)

£195

per year

Warranty

3 years

60,000 miles

Reliability & Safety Recalls

Audi Q5 2018

Reliability

3/5

The 2018 Audi Q5 diesel is a competent mid-size SUV with solid German engineering, but diesel-specific issues—particularly DPF and injector problems—are common in this generation. Ownership is manageable with regular servicing, but repair costs can be significant when faults occur. Fuel economy is good if used for longer journeys, but urban driving reduces the diesel advantage.

Known issues

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging and regeneration failures, especially on low-mileage or short-journey cars
Fuel injector stiction and carbon build-up on 2.0 TDI engines, causing rough idle and starting difficulties
EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valve carbon deposits leading to loss of power and increased emissions
Timing chain tensioner wear causing rattling on cold starts, particularly around 80,000+ miles
Mechatronic gearbox (8-speed automatic) occasional shudder during low-speed manoeuvres and harsh downshifts
Water ingress into tailgate seals causing corrosion and electrical gremlins in rear liftgate assembly

Good for

Spacious, well-appointed interior with strong build quality and premium cabin materials
Respectable fuel economy (40–50 mpg real-world on motorway driving with diesel engine)
Composed ride and handling for a mid-size SUV; quiet motorway cruising
Strong resale value in used market and wide availability of parts in Ireland/UK

Years to avoid: 2016, 2017

AI-generated summary · verify with DVSA & owner forums

Safety Recalls4 found

Airbags2018

Passenger airbag may deploy incorrectly or fail to deploy in certain crash scenarios due to sensor miscalibration

Remedy: Recalibrate airbag control module and reprogram crash sensor thresholds

2018/0045

Emissions2018

DPF regeneration control software issue may cause excessive soot accumulation and clogging

Remedy: Software update to optimise DPF regeneration cycles

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Fuel System2017

Fuel pump module may overheat and stop supplying fuel during cold weather or extended driving

Remedy: Replace fuel pump module and reprogram engine control unit

2017/0033

Engine2017

Timing chain tensioner may wear prematurely, causing rattling noise and potential chain skip

Remedy: Replace timing chain tensioner and inspection of timing chain for wear

2017/0012

AI-generated · verify at gov.uk/check-vehicle-recall

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