How much can the 2026 Audi Q5 tow?
The 2026 Audi Q5 is rated to tow 4,400 lb.
Maximum towing
4,400 lb
best-equipped version
Typical rating
4,400 lb
median configuration
Payload
up to 1,036 lb
people, cargo and tongue weight
What can the Q5 tow?
Typical loaded weights against the best-equipped (4,400 lb) and the lowest-rated (4,400 lb) version. "Comfortable" keeps the trailer under 80% of the rating, a common safety margin.
| Trailer | Weight | Best-equipped |
|---|---|---|
| Jet ski on a trailer | ~1,000 lb | Comfortable |
| Small utility trailer, loaded | ~1,500 lb | Comfortable |
| Teardrop camper | ~1,800 lb | Comfortable |
| Pop-up camper | ~3,000 lb | Comfortable |
| Bass boat and trailer | ~3,500 lb | Comfortable |
| Small travel trailer (20 ft) | ~5,000 lb | Over the rating |
Check your own trailer weight against every Q5 configuration
Q5 towing capacity by configuration
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Tows | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | 2.0L I4 268 hp | AWD | 4,400 lb | 1,036 lb |
| Premium Plus | 2.0L I4 268 hp | AWD | 4,400 lb | 1,036 lb |
| Prestige | 2.0L I4 268 hp | AWD | 4,400 lb | 1,036 lb |
2026 model year, manufacturer ratings. Maximum figures usually need the factory tow package and the right hitch; the trailer's tongue weight, passengers and cargo all count against payload. Always check the label on the door jamb and your owner's manual.
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