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This report analyzes the VIN WA1BAAFY8M2017304, which corresponds to a 2021 AUDI Q5. It is equipped with 4-cylinder running on Gasoline fuel. This vehicle uses a AWD/All-Wheel Drive drivetrain configuration. Manufacturing records indicate it was produced in MEXICO. All data in this report is sourced from official VIN decoding databases and public vehicle records.
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Vehicle
2021 AUDI Q5
Decoded from VIN
Engine
4 Cyl
Gasoline
Drive Type
AWD/All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Manufacturer
AUDI AG
OEM
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VIN: WA1BAAFY8M2017304Generated: April 30, 2026
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This 2021 AUDI Q5 VIN report provides detailed vehicle specifications, recalls, and history insights. This vehicle uses a Gasoline engine with AWD/All-Wheel Drive. Below you can review specifications, recalls, and detailed vehicle information.
GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
Steering Location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD)
Trailer Type: Not Applicable
Vehicle Performance
Engine Cylinders: 4
Displacement L: 2.0
Engine HP: 261
Fuel Type Primary: Gasoline
Transmission Style: Automatic
Vehicle Dimensions
Wheel Base Short: 111.0
Weight & Capacity
GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
Fuel / Energy Economy
Fuel Type: Premium
Combined MPG: 26
City MPG: 24
Highway MPG: 30
GHG Rating: 5/10
Smog Rating: Not available
Annual Fuel Cost: $2650
Fuel Cost per Mile: $0.177
Estimated 5-Year Fuel Cost: $13250
Estimated Market Value
$17,700 – $23,900
Estimated using vehicle age, body type, trim level, and general U.S. market trends.
⚠ Important: This valuation is an automated estimate based on general market data and may not reflect the actual vehicle value.
Vehicle pricing can vary significantly based on mileage, condition, trim level, options, accident history, location, and market demand.
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Vehicle Specifications
ABS: Standard
Air Bag Loc Curtain: All Rows
Air Bag Loc Front: 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Air Bag Loc Side: 1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Auto Reverse System: Standard
Axles: 2
Base Price: 43300.00
Blind Spot Mon: Standard
Body Class: Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)/Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV)
Bus Floor Config Type: Not Applicable
Bus Type: Not Applicable
CAN_AACN: Standard
CIB: Standard
Custom Motorcycle Type: Not Applicable
Daytime Running Light: Standard
Displacement CC: 2000.0
Displacement CI: 122.04748818946
Displacement L: 2.0
Doors: 4
Drive Type: AWD/All-Wheel Drive
ESC: Standard
Engine Cylinders: 4
Engine HP: 261
Forward Collision Warning: Standard
Fuel Type Primary: Gasoline
GVWR: Class 1D: 5,001 - 6,000 lb (2,268 - 2,722 kg)
Keyless Ignition: Standard
Lane Centering Assistance: Optional
Lower Beam Headlamp Light Source: LED
Make ID: 582
Manufacturer: AUDI AG
Manufacturer Id: 1149
Model ID: 3862
Motorcycle Chassis Type: Not Applicable
Motorcycle Suspension Type: Not Applicable
Note: HD Radio, Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player
Other Engine Info: Test Group: MVGAJ02.0A7G / Emission Std: Tier 3 BIN 70 Lev3 ULEV70
Other Restraint System Info: Seta Belt: All Positions / Advanced Front Airbags
Pedestrian Automatic Emergency Braking: Standard
Plant City: SAN JOSÉ CHIAPA
Crash Test Ratings
Overall Rating: 5 Stars
Front Crash: 5
Side Crash: 5
Rollover Risk: 4
Safety Recalls
Total Recalls: 8
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 All...
TIRES: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Seda...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, 2018-2022 Q5, and SQ5 vehicles. A liquid spill in the rear...
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, ...
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8, RS7, RS6 Avant, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, Q8, Q7, Q5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, Q5, ...
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Audi Q5 Sportback, Q5, 2022-2023 Volkswagen Atlas FL, and Atlas Cross Sport vehicl...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARD: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022-2024 RS e-tron GT, e-tron GT, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q4 e-tron, 2020-2021 Audi A8, 2019-2024 e-...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Audi Q5, and 2022 A7 E Hybrid Electric PHEV vehicles. The high-voltage battery ma...
Vehicle Risk Assessment
High Risk
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Recalls: 8
How this is calculated: Low: Fewer than 2 recalls and under 50 complaints Moderate: 2–4 recalls or 50–199 complaints High: 5+ recalls or 200+ complaints
Safety Complaints
2021 complaints: 63
Most Reported Issue
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - 12 complaints
Top Complaint Areas
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (12)
ENGINE (7)
POWER TRAIN (5)
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE (4)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE (3)
Technical Service Bulletins
No manufacturer bulletins found for this vehicle.
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✔ Fuel Data: EPA
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