The AUDI Q5 (2008-12) 5DR SUV QUATTRO 2.0 TDI CR DPF 170 S LINE SPECIAL EDITION 6SPD is a premium, five-door family SUV, combining a raised driving position and practical cabin with Audi’s smart, understated styling. In the UK used market, it sits among desirable mid-size 4x4s, competing with BMW X3 and Land Rover Freelander. mycarcheck.com has recorded 400 look-ups covering 150 different VINs, a useful sample of buyer interest. Checks show an average private-sale value of £6,300 and average recorded mileage of 122,000 miles; annual mileage averages 7,000. The cars have had about 3.4 previous keepers on average, so check each vehicle’s history and condition carefully. Quattro four-wheel drive gives reassuring grip, while the 170bhp diesel suits longer journeys and family duties; S line trim adds a sportier look. It is roomier and more premium-feeling than many rivals, though upkeep can cost more than a mainstream SUV for active families.