Audi Q5 Timing Belt Or Chain? (2008 - 2023)

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The 2.0L Audi Q5 engines from 2011 to 2023 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
YearEngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-Interference
2011 to 20232.0L Turbotiming chaininterference
2008 to 20173.0L, 3.2Ltiming chaininterference
Audi Q5
Audi Q5

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.

Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.

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

Audi Q5 Belt Or Chain: Jump To Model Year

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
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged Hybridtiming chaininterferencelifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbochargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime

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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
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged Hybridtiming chaininterferencelifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbochargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime
2021 Audi Q5
2021 Audi Q5

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
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbocharged Hybridtiming chaininterferencelifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbochargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime
2020 Audi Q5
2020 Audi Q5

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
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbochargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime
2019 Audi Q5
2019 Audi Q5

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
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbochargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime

Side-By-Side Comparisons

Audi Q5 Belt Or Chain By Year

2018 Audi Q5
2018 Audi Q5

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
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbochargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime

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
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.0L V6 Superchargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbochargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime
2016 Audi Q5
2016 Audi Q5

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
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.0L V6 Superchargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbochargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime

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
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.0L V6 Superchargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbochargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime

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
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.0L V6 Superchargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbochargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime

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
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.0L V6 Superchargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbochargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime

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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
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.2L V6timing chaininterferencelifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbochargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime

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
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.2L V6timing chaininterferencelifetime
2.0L 4 Cyl. Turbochargedtiming chaininterferencelifetime
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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
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.2L V6timing chaininterferencelifetime

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
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval
3.2L V6timing chaininterferencelifetime