Towing Capacity of Audi SUVs: Q3, Q5, Q7, and Q8

The towing capacity of the Audi Q5 catches your attention when purchasing your luxury SUV. You want to have this information on hand and perhaps a comparison of the towing capacities of other Audi SUVs for 2025.

In the end, you'll have a clearer picture of German SUV capacities, allowing you to make an informed choice based on your needs.

Towing Capacity of 2025 Audi SUVs

Towing Capacity of the 2025 Audi Q3: 1,500 lb

3/4 front and side view of the Audi Q3 2025 parked in a snow-covered lot

The luxury subcompact SUV Audi Q3 has been on our roads for 10 years, constantly evolving and improving during this time.

In 2025, the Audi Q3 is available in the 40 TFSI (Komfort) and 45 TFSI (Progressiv and Technik) trims.

If you opt for the Komfort version, you get a 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine producing 184 horsepower and 221 lb-ft of torque.

In contrast, the Progressiv and Technik trims feature the same engine, now generating 228 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.

Since 2015, the towing capacity of the Audi Q3 has evolved:

Years Audi Q3 Towing Capacity
2015-2018 2,200 lb – 997 kg
2019-2021 1,800 lb – 816 kg
2022-2025 1,500 lb – 680 kg

With this towing capacity, the 2025 Audi Q3 can tow your small tent trailer, a trailer weighing 600 to 900 lbs. carrying an ATV weighing 500 to 600 lbs., or your personal watercraft.

Towing Capacity of the 2025 Audi Q5: 4,400 lb

Side view of the Audi Q5 in front of a luxury building, ready to go

The luxury compact SUV Audi Q5 near Saint-Léonard is undoubtedly the most popular in the range of German luxury vehicles.

It is popular for various reasons, including its exemplary road behavior, premium finish, quiet, comfortable, and spacious interior, as well as the diversity of models available to you.

Indeed, the 2025 Audi Q5 is available in Q5 40 TFSI, Q5 45 TFSI, SQ5, and 55 TFSIe. One way to navigate this is to distinctly present each powertrain as follows:

  • 40 TFSI: 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder + mild hybrid system producing 201 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque
  • 45 TFSI: 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder + mild hybrid system developing 261 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque
  • SQ5: 3.0L turbocharged V6 producing 349 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque
  • 55 TFSIe: 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder + electric motor developing 362 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque

As with the Audi Q3, the towing capacity of the Audi Q5 has evolved over time:

Years Audi Q5 Towing Capacity
2014-2019 4,400 lb – 1995 kg
2020-2022 45 TFSI and SQ5: 4,400 lb – 1995 kg
55 TFSIe: 2,000 lb – 900 kg
2023-2025 40 TFSI: 2,750 lb – 1274 kg
45 TFSI and SQ5: 4,400 lb – 1995 kg
55 TFSIe: 2,000 lb – 907 kg

With its towing capacity of 4,400 lbs., the Audi Q5 45 TFSI or SQ5 can tow a 20-foot trailer, two snowmobiles on a trailer, or a motorboat, for example. It's often said that the Audi Q5 is the best SUV for towing 3,500 lbs. and more (45 TFSI and SQ5).

Towing Capacity of the 2025 Audi Q7: 7,700 lb

3/4 front and side view of Audi Q7 towing a boat

The luxury midsize SUV Audi Q7, accommodating 5 (SQ7) or 7 (Q7) passengers, boasts royal assembly quality and finish. The SQ7 model offers elevated performance, and all models exhibit exceptional road behavior.

Three powertrains are available:

  • Q7 40 TFSI: 2.0L 4-cylinder + mild hybrid system producing 261 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque
  • Q7 45 TFSI: 3.0L turbocharged V6 + mild hybrid system developing 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque
  • SQ7: 4.0L twin-turbo V8 + mild hybrid system providing 500 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque

Depending on the chosen model, the towing capacity of the Audi Q7 varies as follows:

Years Audi Q7 Towing Capacity
2014-2016 5,500 lb – 2495 kg
2017-2025 40 TFSI: 4,400 lb – 1995 kg
45 TFSI and SQ7: 7,700 lb - 3492 kg

With these towing capacities, the Audi SUV can tow a large boat, a big trailer, or other outdoor equipment.

Towing Capacity of the 2025 Audi Q8: 7,700 lb

Side view of the Audi Q8 on ice at full power

The luxury midsize SUV Audi Q8 is even more performant than its sibling, the Audi Q7.

Year after year, the Q8 range expands with four possible powertrains:

  • Q8 55 TFSI: 3.0L turbocharged V6 + mild hybrid system developing 335 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque
  • SQ8, RS Q8, RS Q8 Performance: 4.0L twin-turbo V8 + mild hybrid system producing 500 horsepower (SQ8), 591 horsepower (RS Q8), or 632 horsepower (RS Q8 Performance) with the following torques: 568 lb-ft, 590 lb-ft, or 627 lb-ft respectively
  • Q8 e-tron 55 (2 electric motors) developing 402 horsepower and 490 lb-ft of torque (Boost Mode)
  • SQ8 e-tron (3 electric motors) producing 496 horsepower and 718 lb-ft of torque (Boost Mode)

The towing capacity of the Audi Q8 has remained the same since the launch of the Q8 series:

Years Audi Q8 Towing Capacity
2018-2025 Q8: 7,700 lb - 3492 kg
Q8 e-tron: 4,000 lb – 1814 kg

Like the Audi Q7, the Q8 2025 can tow large items, including your big trailer or pleasure boat.

Towing Capacity of the 2025 Audi Q4 e-tron: 2,650 lb

Front 3/4 view of the Audi Q4 e-tron on the road at full speed

Since 2022, the fully electric luxury compact SUV Audi Q4 e-tron, available near Pointe-aux-Trembles and Charlemagne, offers exemplary driving enjoyment, efficient all-wheel drive, and impeccable assembly quality.

Two models are available:

  • Q4 e-tron 45 for 282 horsepower and 402 lb-ft of torque
  • Q4 e-tron 55 Quattro for a combined power of 335 horsepower and 414 lb-ft of torque

Since 2022, the towing capacity of the Audi Q4 e-tron has remained unchanged:

Years Audi Q4 e-tron Towing Capacity
2022-2025 Q4 e-tron 45: 2,050 lb – 930 kg
Q4 e-tron 55 Quattro: 2,650 lb - 1202 kg

In terms of towing capacity, it compares to the Q5 55 TFSIe and Q5 40 TFSI.

Audi SUV Towing Capacity: Summary Table

In summary, Audi vehicles combine performance and innovation. Whether it's the Q3, Q5, or the Q7, you'll enjoy an SUV that is both elegant and powerful, offering impressive towing capacities to accompany all your adventures.

Models Towing Capacities
Audi Q3 2015-2018: 2,200 lb – 997 kg
2019-2021: 1,800 lb – 816 kg
2022-2025: 1,500 lb – 680 kg
Audi Q5 2014-2019: 4,400 lb - 1995 kg
2020-2025: 2,000 lb - 4,400 lb /
900 kg - 1995 kg
Audi Q7 2014-2016: 5,500 lb – 2495 kg
2017-2025: 4,400 lb - 7,700 lb /
1995 kg - 3492 kg
Audi Q8 2018-2025: 4,000 lb - 7,700 lb /
1814 kg - 3492 kg
Audi Q4 e-tron 2022-2025: 2,050 lb - 2,650 lb /
930 kg - 1202 kg

Come discover the entire range of 2025 Audi SUVs at the Audi Anjou dealership in Montreal. A professional team answers all your questions and presents the current offers and promotions.

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