Will the Audi Q5 automatically lock if I forget to lock the door?

[LeNicole]

The Audi Q5 will not automatically lock if you forget to lock the door. Generally, when the key is removed, the power is turned off, and the door is closed, the driver needs to actively lock the car using the remote key. This is because most models on the market do not have the function to detect the distance of the key's electronic signal, so the car cannot automatically lock itself. Additional information: Car doors can be categorized into the following types based on their opening methods: 1. Front-hinged doors: These doors can still be closed by the pressure of the airflow even when the car is moving, making them safer. They are also convenient for the driver to observe the rear when reversing, so they are widely used. 2. Rear-hinged doors: If these doors are not closed properly while the car is moving, they may be opened by the oncoming airflow, so they are less commonly used. They are generally only adopted to improve the convenience of getting in and out of the car or for ceremonial purposes. 3. Sliding doors: Their advantage is that they can still be fully opened even when there is little space between the car's side and an obstacle.

[DeBella]

As a three-year Q5 owner, I can responsibly tell you that it truly doesn't auto-lock if forgotten. The manufacturer designed it this way to prevent accidental triggers – imagine if the keys were left inside, that'd be disastrous. Once I forgot to lock the car with my kid in the neighborhood, and it wasn't until the security guard frantically called me late at night that I realized all windows were wide open. Although the Q5 has anti-theft alarm triggers (like being towed or doors forced open), mere forgotten locking offers zero protection. Later I bought a key sensor case that beeps alerts when I walk half a meter away, reminding me to lock – far more practical than the factory feature. Always check if mirrors are folded after parking; this small move can be a lifesaver.

[CaliLee]

Personal experience with the new Q5 Sportback: No self-rescue function if you forget to lock the door! But installing Audi connect on your phone is super useful—it instantly pushes an alert if the door isn’t closed properly. Last week after washing the car, I forgot to lock it, and just as I entered the elevator, my phone popped up a warning, so I quickly locked it remotely. It’s recommended to enable the geofencing feature in the app, which automatically checks the locking status when you leave a set area. For older models, you can buy an OBD auto-lock module on Taobao for around a hundred bucks—just plug it in yourself to enable auto-locking when leaving. However, electronic devices can have delay risks, so in the end, it’s best to rely on the muscle memory of pulling the door handle after locking.