Heavy Load / Towing
Audi Q5 — Heavy Load / Towing Tire Pressure
For heavy load / towing use on the Audi Q5, set cold pressures to 39 PSI front and 41 PSI rear.
Heavy Load / Towing cold pressure
Front
39
269 kPa
+3 vs OEM
Rear
41
283 kPa
+5 vs OEM
OEM spec
36/36 PSI
Tire size
235/55R19
Curb weight
1,930 kg
Category
crossover
When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
Community-tuned pressures based on OEM spec + typical use-case deltas. Always verify against your door-jamb sticker for your exact trim and load rating. Minimum safe pressure is 24 PSI for most passenger tires.
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FAQ
Frequently asked
- What tire pressure should I use for load driving in the Audi Q5?
- For heavy load / towing use on the Audi Q5, set cold pressures to 39 PSI front and 41 PSI rear. When loaded to GVWR or towing, increase rear PSI more than front to keep the load-carrying capacity within spec.
- What is the OEM tire pressure for the Audi Q5?
- The factory cold pressure spec for the 2018–2024 Audi Q5 is 36 PSI front / 36 PSI rear. Always use the door-jamb sticker for your specific trim.
- What about towing with the Audi Q5?
- Towing or carrying heavy loads shifts weight rearward. Using 39 PSI front / 41 PSI rear keeps load-carrying capacity within spec and prevents rear sidewall overheating.
- What is 39 PSI in bar or kPa?
- 39 PSI = 2.7 bar = 269 kPa. The rear 41 PSI = 2.8 bar.
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