The 2026 Audi A5 and Q5 arrive with comprehensive hardware and software design updates.

These extensive upgrades in the 2026 Audi A5 and Q5 model lineup were designed to make every drive feel smarter, smoother, and more connected than ever before.

An all-new MMI® interface takes center stage, joined by an updated multifunction steering wheel, enhanced Audi drive select functionality, and more intuitive voice control. Add newly available features like an integrated dashcam, expanded driver-assistance and parking technologies, and a sharper digital experience throughout, and it’s clear Audi focused on making daily driving feel more emotional, intuitive, and efficient. Explore all the upgrades in detail here.

The upgraded 2026 Audi A5 and Q5 models are set to arrive in the first quarter of 2026. Inquire at an indiGO Auto Group Audi dealer below.

Key upgrades of the 2026 Audi A5 and Q5

• A completely redesigned MMI system with fresh technology and a more intuitive interface
• A revised multifunction steering wheel, bringing back the much-loved scroll wheel
• The debut of Audi’s new integrated dashcam technology
• Enhanced voice control for more natural, responsive interaction
• Audi Signature Care scheduled maintenance is now included

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Upgraded Audi MMI

Audi’s latest MMI upgrade is all about clarity, speed, and fewer distractions—without losing the wow factor. The redesigned center touch display swaps cluttered lists for clean graphics, smarter color contrast, and clearer separation between information and controls, making everything easier to spot at a glance. Embedded Audi apps now appear on crisp white backgrounds, while third-party apps show up in full color, with enhanced shading to clearly highlight what’s active. Add updated voice-assistant animations and a neatly docked clock, and the interface feels more polished than ever. Explore all the upgrades in detail here.

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Behind the wheel, the Audi virtual cockpit gets a cleaner layout with fewer icons and three selectable views, including classic gauges, navigation with maps, or a driver-assistance-focused display—all switchable via the steering wheel. Smartphone integration also goes deeper, allowing navigation, media, and phone functions to appear directly in both the cockpit and the center display. Even the available passenger screen joins the upgrade, featuring a fresh look, new standby displays, and the ability for passengers to use Bluetooth headphones while enjoying content independently—because smart tech should work for everyone in the cabin.

New Audi high-resolution dashcam

For 2026, Audi adds an extra set of eyes to the A5 and Q5 with an all-new high-resolution dashcam, seamlessly integrated at the base of the interior rearview mirror. Designed to capture crisp 4K video of the road ahead, the system uses HDR technology and a highly light-sensitive sensor to deliver clear, detailed footage—even in low light or high-contrast conditions.

Control is simple and intuitive through a dedicated app on the central display, with an event-recording function that continuously loops and automatically saves the 30 seconds before and after an incident. Recordings can also be triggered by actions like emergency braking or hazard light activation. Everything is stored locally on a removable SD card, with no data sent outside the vehicle, and footage—along with speed, time, and navigation data—can be viewed full-screen right on the display. It’s smart, discreet, and designed to give drivers extra confidence every time they hit the road.

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Enhanced voice control

Audi’s voice assistant just got a whole lot smarter. It can now pull answers straight from the owner’s manual, so asking questions about your vehicle feels more like a conversation than a search. Drivers can also use voice commands to control key driver-assistance features, including adaptive cruise assist and distance control.

Better yet, the system learns your habits. It can recognize repeat behaviors—like engaging cruise assist on the highway or raising the vehicle for steep driveways—and turn them into automatic routines. Less tapping, more driving. Secure your Audi Q5 or Audi A5 and an indiGO Auto Group Audi dealer today.