2025 Audi Model Lineup: What’s Coming to Australia
Audi enthusiasts and potential buyers have a lot to look forward to in 2025, with a wave of new models and updated vehicles set to hit Australian showrooms. From refreshed versions of familiar favorites like the A3 and Q5 to all-new electric offerings like the A6 e-tron, Audi is expanding its range with a blend of performance, luxury, and cutting-edge technology. Here’s a breakdown of the highlights:
2025 Audi A3 and S3
Vehicle type: Premium small car Launch: April
The Audi A3 and S3 receive updates for 2025, enhancing their appeal in the premium small car segment. The upgrades include the addition of an S-line interior package with sports seats (featuring electric driver’s seat adjustment) and a perforated leather steering wheel (with ‘S’ badging) – previously optional extras. The 35TFSI gains a larger, 12.3-inch digital driver cluster. Subtle design tweaks include sportier front and rear bumpers and a new-look four-rings logo. Both the A3 and S3 boast a re-profiled grille. The S3 also receives a power boost, with its 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder engine now producing 245kW and 420Nm. The S3 will feature the torque splitter from the RS3, which manages power distribution to the wheels with the most traction, and larger front brakes. Pricing details are available in the dedicated Audi A3/S3 pricing and specifications story.
2025 Audi A5 and S5
Vehicle type: Midsize sedan and wagon Launch ETA: First half of 2025
Following Audi’s new naming strategy for electric vehicles, the combustion-powered A4 will be renamed the A5. The new A5 and S5 are built on Audi’s PPC (Premium Platform Combustion) platform and will offer mild-hybrid powertrains across the model range. The new platform also incorporates improvements to steering, handling, braking, and suspension. The A5 will be available with a 110kW or 150kW variant of the 2.0-liter TFSI petrol engine, a 150kW 2.0-liter TDI diesel, and a range-topping S5 model featuring a 270kW 3.0-liter TFSI petrol engine. Expect the base model to cost around $80,000. Technological advancements include a larger 11.9-inch driver display, a 14.5-inch main screen, and an optional 10.9-inch passenger display.
2025 Audi RSQ8 Performance
Vehicle type: Large performance SUV-Coupe Launch ETA: Second quarter of 2025
The RSQ8 Performance, Audi’s most powerful combustion model to date, made its debut at the 2024 Australian Grand Prix. With a twin-turbo petrol V8 engine outputting 471kW, the RSQ8 Performance offers a 30kW increase, while torque rises from 800 to 850Nm. This boosts the SUV’s 0-100km/h acceleration to 3.6 seconds. The RSQ8 Performance is priced from $255,800, reflecting a $27,500 price increase over the standard RSQ8.
2025 Audi RS E-Tron GT (Updated Model)
Vehicle type: Luxury sports sedan (electric) Launch ETA: 2nd quarter 2025
A revised e-Tron GT is slated for release in mid-2025, with S, RS, and RS Performance variants. The E-Tron GT lineup will accelerate faster than before, with the S, RS, and RS Performance boasting power figures of 500kW/740Nm, 630kW/865Nm, and 680kW/1027Nm, respectively. The most powerful configuration can achieve 0-100km/h in just 2.5 seconds. Porsche is assisting with suspension design, introducing adaptive dual-chamber air suspension with dual-valve dampers. This system will utilize an internal computer to adjust the vehicle’s lean and pitch, optimizing suspension geometry.
2025 Audi Q5 and SQ5
Vehicle type: Midsize luxury SUV Launch ETA: Third quarter (late 2025 for Sportback and SQ5)
The Q5, Audi’s best-selling model, represents a significant launch for Audi Australia in 2025. The new Q5, Q5 Sportback, and SQ5 models will go on sale in late 2025. Utilizing the PPC (Premium Platform Combustion) platform, the updated Q5 range will feature new interior and exterior designs alongside hybrid capabilities. Already on sale in international markets, the Q5 will offer L4 and V6 petrol or diesel engines with mild-hybrid support. Anticipated base prices are around $70,000. The third-generation Q5 will provide increased head and legroom, modern front and rear bumpers, and a ‘human-centric’ interior. The interior includes an 11.9-inch Audi virtual cockpit, a 14.5-inch MMI touch display, and an optional 10.9-inch MMI Passenger Display.
2025 Audi A6 E-Tron Line-up
Vehicle type: Large car, electric Launch ETA: Mid 2025
Replacing the outgoing A6 petrol and diesel range, the all-electric A6 e-tron will soon be available in Australia. The A6 e-tron will be offered in both ‘Sportback’ and wagon body styles. The new generation EV A6 will offer a variety of battery sizes, performance levels, and ranges. A rear-drive A6 Performance will offer a WLTP range of 750km, while the sporty, all-wheel-drive S6 will deliver 405kW. The A6 e-tron sits atop Audi’s new Premium Platform Electric (PPE) platform and will support rapid DC charging, 800V architecture for reduced weight and greater efficiency.
2026 Audi Q3
Vehicle type: Premium small SUV Launch: TBC
The third-generation Q3 compact luxury SUV is anticipated to be revealed later in 2025, with a planned Australian release in 2026.
