Audi Q5: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (2008 - 2024)

The 2.0L Audi Q5 engines from 2011 to 2024 and the 3.0L and 3.2L Audi Q5 engines from 2008 to 2017 have a timing chain and are interference.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Audi Q5.

Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Year	Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference
2011 to 2024	2.0L Turbo	Timing Chain	Interference
2008 to 2017	3.0L, 3.2L	Timing Chain	Interference

Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.

2024 Audi Q5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2024 Audi Q5 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2024 Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2023 Audi Q5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2023 Audi Q5 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2023 Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged Hybrid	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2022 Audi Q5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2022 Audi Q5 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2022 Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged Hybrid	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2021 Audi Q5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2021 Audi Q5 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2021 Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged Hybrid	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2020 Audi Q5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2020 Audi Q5 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2020 Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2019 Audi Q5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2019 Audi Q5 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2019 Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2018 Audi Q5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2018 Audi Q5 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2018 Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2017 Audi Q5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2017 Audi Q5 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2017 Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L V6 Supercharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2016 Audi Q5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2016 Audi Q5 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2016 Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L V6 Supercharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2015 Audi Q5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2015 Audi Q5 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2015 Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L V6 Supercharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2014 Audi Q5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2014 Audi Q5 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2014 Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L V6 Supercharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2013 Audi Q5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2013 Audi Q5 engines have a timing chain and are interference.

2013 Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.0L V6 Supercharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2012 Audi Q5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2012 Audi Q5 2.0L engine has a timing belt and is interference. The 2012 Audi Q5 3.2L engine has a timing chain and is interference.

2012 Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.2L V6	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2011 Audi Q5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2011 Audi Q5 2.0L engine has a timing belt and is interference. The 2011 Audi Q5 3.2L engine has a timing chain and is interference.

2011 Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.2L V6	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2009 Audi Q5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2009 Audi Q5 3.2L engine has a timing chain and is interference.

2009 Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.2L V6	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

2008 Audi Q5 - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2008 Audi Q5 3.2L engine has a timing chain and is interference.

2008 Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain

Engine	Belt Or Chain	Interference or Non-Interference	Replacement Interval (miles)
3.2L V6	Timing Chain	Interference	Lifetime

Timing Belt Basics

The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).

A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.

A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.

Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.