Audi Q5 | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Audi |
Production | 2008–present |
Model years | 2009–present |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Compact luxury crossover SUV |
The Audi Q5 is a series of compact luxury crossover SUVs produced by the German luxury car manufacturer Audi from 2008. [1] The original first-generation (Typ 8R) model was the third member of the B8 family to be released after the Audi A5 and fourth-generation A4, all being based on the Audi MLB platform. The second generation Q5 (Typ 80A) debuted in 2018 and shares the Audi MLB Evo platform with the corresponding B9 versions of the A4 and A5.
First generation | |
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Overview | |
Model code | 8R |
Production | July 2008 – 2017 [2] |
Model years | 2009–2017 |
Assembly |
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Designer | Christian Winkelmann (2005) [3] [4] |
Body and chassis | |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
Layout | Front-engine, four-wheel-drive (quattro) |
Platform | MLB |
Related | Porsche Macan |
Powertrain | |
Engine | |
Transmission | |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,807 mm (110.5 in) |
Length | 4,639 mm (182.6 in) |
Width | 1,880 mm (74.0 in) |
Height | 1,650 mm (65.0 in) |
Kerb weight | 1,850 kg (4,080 lb) |
A concept vehicle for the then upcoming Q5, this was a 2-door convertible with a 3.0 TDI engine rated at 240 PS (177 kW; 237 hp) and 500 N⋅m (369 lbf⋅ft) torque, quattro permanent four wheel drive, 8-speed automatic transmission, Copper Sunset body, LED headlights, 21-inch wheels with 265/35R21 tyres, seats with White Stone leather upholstery, MMI, 505W Bang & Olufsen sound system and internet radio, CDC (continuous damping control) shock absorbers, electric ride height adjustment (40 mm), 380/356 mm front/rear ceramic brake discs with 6-piston monobloc aluminium front, and floating rear callipers, Audi Drive Select. [5] The vehicle was unveiled at the 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show. [6]
The vehicle was unveiled at the 2008 Beijing Auto Show, [7] and later at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show. [8]
Early models include the 2.0 TFSI quattro (211PS), 2.0 TDI quattro (170PS), 3.0 TDI quattro. [9]
Initial vehicle models for US, Canada & Brazil include the 3.2 FSI.
The Q5 commenced shipments in October 2008 for Europe, and in the first quarter of 2009 for North America.
The US model went on sale in March 2009 as a 2009 model year vehicle. Early models include 3.2 FSI quattro [10] and the 2.0 TFSI quattro (211PS) was added in 2011 model year. [11]
Indian models went on sale in June 2009, and were initially built by Audi's Ingolstadt facility, but are now being built at its Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India plant. Launch models include 3.0 TDI, 2.0 TFSI (211 PS). [12] [13]
Middle East models went on sale in 2009 Q2. Launch models include 2.0 TFSI (211 PS), 3.2 FSI. [14]
Japanese models include 2.0 TFSI quattro (211 PS), 3.2 FSI quattro.
It is a concept vehicle that includes an enhanced engine, 7-speed S tronic transmission, Quattro all wheel drive. The 3.0 TFSI V6 engine was rated 408 PS (300 kW; 402 hp) at 6,000–7,000 rpm and 500 N⋅m (369 lb⋅ft) at 3,000–5,500 rpm. Other features include ceramic brakes, active sound exhaust system, 90 millimetre wider track, 60 millimetre lower ride height, 21-inch Daytona Gray colour wheels of 7 twin-spoke design, modified air intake, cooling water strut brace in engine compartment, stainless steel-plated pedals, S line sport seats, panorama roof system, "Wörthersee 09" adhesive film, textile floor mats with "Wörthersee 09" print application, Audi drive select vehicle dynamics system, parking aid with rearview camera, voice control, Audi lane assist (lane departure warning), headlight range control with cornering lights.
The vehicle was unveiled at the Wörthersee Tour 2009. [15]
The Audi Q5 FCEV (2009) is a fuel cell based concept car that was demonstrated on 19 October 2009 at CEP Berlin. It sports an 85 kW PEMFC, a 22 kW lithium-ion battery and a 230 Nm asynchronous motor. [16]
Audi has originally reported that it would offer the Q5 hybrid as launch model, [17] but it was later reported that Audi suspended the plan because of unsatisfactory crash test results for the nickel metal hydride batteries. [18] In 2009, Audi announced it would resume the Q5 hybrid development. [19] It included a 266V, 1.3kWh, battery pack. The Q5 has an all-electric range of about 3 km (2 mi) and maximum all-electric speed of 100 km/h (62 mph). [20]
The production version would be on sale in 2012 for the Japanese market. [21] The release in the U.S. market was scheduled for late 2011. [22]
Petrol engines | |||
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Model | Year | Engine type | Power, torque at rpm |
2.0 TFSI hybrid quattro | 2011– | 1,984 cc (1.984 L; 121.1 cu in) I4 turbo (petrol) | 211 PS (155 kW; 208 hp) at 4,300–6,000, 350 N⋅m (258.15 lbf⋅ft) at 1,500–4,200 |
electric motor, 266V, 1.3kWh battery pack | 54 PS (40 kW; 53 hp) at ?, 210 N⋅m (154.89 lbf⋅ft) at ? | ||
combined | 245 PS (180 kW; 242 hp) at ?, 480 N⋅m (354.03 lbf⋅ft) at ? | ||
2.0 TFSI quattro (180PS) | 2009–2012 | 1,984 cc (1.984 L; 121.1 cu in) I4 turbo | 180 PS (132 kW; 178 hp) at 4,000–6,000, 320 N⋅m (236 lbf⋅ft) at 1,500–4,200 |
2.0 TFSI quattro (211PS) | 2008–2012 | 1,984 cc (1.984 L; 121.1 cu in) I4 turbo | 211 PS (155 kW; 208 hp) at 4,300–6,000, 350 N⋅m (258 lbf⋅ft) at 1,500–4,200 |
2.0 TFSI quattro (225PS) | 2011– | 1,984 cc (1.984 L; 121.1 cu in) I4 turbo | 225 PS (165 kW; 222 hp) at 4,500–6,250, 350 N⋅m (258 lbf⋅ft) at 1,500–4,500 |
3.2 FSI quattro | 2009–2012 | 3,197 cc (3.197 L; 195.1 cu in) V6 | 270 PS (199 kW; 266 hp) at 6,500, 330 N⋅m (243 lbf⋅ft) at 3,000–5,000 |
3.0 TFSI quattro | 2013- | 2,995 cc (2.995 L; 182.8 cu in) V6 supercharged | 272 PS (200 kW; 268 hp) at 6,500, 400 N⋅m (295 lbf⋅ft) at 1,500-3,900 |
Diesel Engines | |||
Model | Year | Engine type | Power, torque at rpm |
2.0 TDI (143PS) | 2009– | 1,968 cc (1.968 L; 120.1 cu in) I4 turbo common rail | 143 PS (105 kW; 141 hp) at 4,200, 320 N⋅m (236 lbf⋅ft) at 1,750–2,500 |
2.0 TDI quattro (143PS) | 2009–2012 | 1,968 cc (1.968 L; 120.1 cu in) I4 turbo common rail | 143 PS (105 kW; 141 hp) at 4,200, 320 N⋅m (236 lbf⋅ft) at 1,750–2,500 |
2.0 TDI quattro (170PS) | 2008–2012 | 1,968 cc (1.968 L; 120.1 cu in) I4 turbo common rail | 170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp) at 4,200, 350 N⋅m (258 lbf⋅ft) at 1,750–2,500 |
3.0 TDI quattro | 2008–2012 | 2,967 cc (2.967 L; 181.1 cu in) V6 turbo common rail | 240 PS (177 kW; 237 hp) at 4,000–4400, 500 N⋅m (369 lbf⋅ft) at 1,500–3,000 |
180 PS 2.0 TFSI and 143 PS 2.0 TDI engines were introduced in Europe beginning in 2009. [23]
Petrol engines | |||
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Model | Year | Standard | Optional |
2.0 TFSI hybrid quattro | 2011– | 8-speed Tiptronic | - |
2.0 TFSI quattro (180PS) | 2009–2012 | 6-speed manual | - |
2.0 TFSI quattro (211PS) | 2008–2012 | 6-speed manual | 7-speed S tronic, 8-speed Tiptronic |
2.0 TFSI quattro (225PS) | 2011– | 6-speed manual | 8-speed Tiptronic |
3.2 FSI quattro | 2009–2012 | 6-speed Tiptronic, 7-speed S tronic | |
3.0 TFSI quattro (272PS) | 2013- | 8-speed Tiptronic | |
Diesel engines | |||
Model | Year | Standard | Optional |
2.0 TDI (143PS) | 2009– | 6-speed manual | - |
2.0 TDI quattro (143PS) | 2009–2012 | 6-speed manual | - |
2.0 TDI quattro (170PS) | 2008–2012 | 6-speed manual | 7-speed S tronic |
3.0 TDI quattro | 2008–2012 | 7-speed S tronic | - |
German models include standard 7-speed S tronic transmission for all V6 models. 8-speed Tiptronic is an option for Q5 2.0 TFSI quattro (211 PS).
US and Canadian Q5 3.2 FSI models include 6-speed Tiptronic as standard transmission. US and Canadian Q5 2.0 TFSI models include 8-speed Tiptronic as standard transmission. [24] [25]
Japanese models include standard 7-speed S tronic transmission for all models.
Harman/Becker Automotive Systems produced Audi's new updated Multi Media Interface (MMI) technology for Q5. The new system includes navigation, communication, and wide-screen entertainment. A three-dimensional orientation view with true-to-scale terrain and photo realistic depictions of key landmarks will also be generated. Included features in this new system are USB storage media (iPod or MP3), satellite radio, and an integral four-band GSM mobile/cell phone (SIM card ready) with Bluetooth connectivity.
S line package includes 20-inch S line wheels, headlight washers, sport steering wheels with shift paddles, brushed aluminium inlays, S line aluminium door sills, and a black headliner. The Offroad exterior package includes front and rear underbody protection panels, along with flared fender and door sill protection.
A sensor informs the ESP system if a roof rack has been mounted, which will cause the Audi Q5's centre of gravity to be shifted higher in keeping with the roof load of up to 100 kg (220 lb). If a roof rack is present, the ESP engages earlier in the handling limit. Without a roof load, the driver is free to tap the full dynamic potential of the Audi Q5.
The Audi Q5 is capable of towing up to 2.0 tonnes; the standard hill descent control system makes it safe to navigate down steep inclines by regulating the preselected speed when driving at under 30 km/h (19 mph). The Q5 is also fitted with an advanced Trailer Stability Program designed to combat any unwanted snaking when towing a large trailer or caravan.
The new vehicle was expected to be built in Audi's home town of Ingolstadt. An investment of €300 million in production tooling and expansion was expected. [26]
In September 2016, Audi has opened a factory with a capacity of 150,000 Q5 in San José Chiapa (Mexico). [27] [28]
Main changes include a redesigned set of front and rear light configuration, and a new set of engines that increase both output and efficiency. Most interior user controls have narrow chrome trim. Ergonomics changes include 4-button MMI navigation plus system, additional skip function for volume dial. Large fabric-upholstered surfaces are standard on the door trim panels; inlay options include three wood veneers and one aluminium version.
The vehicles went on sale in summer 2012. Early models include 2.0 TFSI hybrid quattro, 2.0 TFSI quattro (225PS), 3.0 TFSI quattro (272PS), 2.0 TDI (143PS), 2.0 TDI quattro (177PS), 3.0 TDI quattro (245PS). [29] [30]
In Germany, 2.0 TFSI quattro (180PS), 2.0 TDI (150PS), 2.0 TDI quattro (150PS) were added in 2013, with 2.0 TDI (150PS) replacing 2.0 TDI (143PS). [31]
Pre-facelift styling
Post-facelift styling
The SQ5 performance crossover SUV is the first Audi S model vehicle to feature a diesel engine. The primary power plant is a 3.0 L (2,967 cc), twin turbocharged V6 engine coupled to an 8-speed Tiptronic transmission, developing 313 PS at 3,900–4,500 rpm, and 650 N⋅m (479 lbf⋅ft) of torque at 1,450–2,800 rpm. It also features Audi's signature quattro permanent all-wheel drive system with torque vectoring transfer. Sport suspension lowers the vehicle body by 30 mm (1.18 in) and 20-inch 5 parallel-spoke wheels with 255/45 tires are fitted as standard, with the option of upgrading to 21-inch wheels. Other features of the SQ5 are black front brake callipers with Audi 'S' badges, an optional Audi drive select system, a platinum-grey single-frame grille with galvanized double bars, two SQ5 unique body colours (Estoril Blue or Panther Black), optional lunar silver headlining, Pearl Nappa leather/Alcantara power-adjustable sport seats with optional leather upholstery in a choice of four colours, brushed aluminium inlays with optional Carbon Atlas, Piano finish or Aluminium/Beaufort wood trim panels. [32] The SQ5 TDI accelerates from 0–62 mph (100 km/h) in 5.1 secs, and is electronically limited to 155 mph. This is comparable to rival range-topping performance SUVs with diesel engines, such as the Porsche Cayenne S Diesel (0–60 mph (97 km/h): 5.7 s) and BMW X5 M50d (0–60 mph (97 km/h): 5.4 s), and also to high-performance petrol-powered SUVs, such as the Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG (0–60 mph (97 km/h): 4.8 s), Porsche Cayenne Turbo S (0–60 mph (97 km/h): 4.1 s). [32] [33] [34] [35] [36] These listed rivals are all larger and heavier, falling into the mid-size SUV class, and, as such, command significantly higher asking prices. A more realistic comparison may be made with the BMW X3 xDrive35d, which delivers slightly better economy (46.3 mpg to the SQ5's 41.5), though slightly lower performance (0–62 mph (100 km/h): 5.8 s, max speed: 149 mph (240 km/h)). [37]
The SQ5 went on sale in the first quarter of 2013. [38] [39] [40]
It is a limited (50 units) version of the Audi SQ5 TDI with Aral Blue crystal effect body colour, black Fine Nappa leather upholstery with contrasting stitching in snow white, black sport seats covered in Fine Nappa leather, woven leather in the centre section of the seats, snow white Alcantara headlining, sunroof blind, inlays and applications shimmer.
The vehicle was unveiled in the 2012 Paris Motor Show, and went on sale in the first quarter of 2013. [41] [42] In 2015 Audi introduced a 'plus' tdi model, with 340 PS (250 kW) and 700 N⋅m (516 lbf⋅ft), quilted nappa leather seats, external black details and 21-inch wheels as standard equipment.
It is a petrol version of the SQ5 with 3.0 TFSI engine rated 354 PS (260 kW; 349 hp) at 6,000–6,500 rpm and 470 N⋅m (346.65 lbf⋅ft) at 4,000–4,500 rpm, eight-speed tiptronic transmission, quattro permanent all-wheel drive with torque vectoring, 20-inch wheels with 255/45-series tires (optional 21-inch wheels), platinum grey radiator grille with horizontal double bars in aluminium look, choice of 2 crystal-effect body colours (Estoril Blue, Panther Black), instruments feature grey dials and white numerals, pedals and shift paddles in shiny aluminium-look finish, black interior with headlining optionally available in Moon Silver, power-adjustable sport seats upholstered in Pearl Nappa leather and Alcantara (option four different colours of leather), standard brushed aluminium inlays (optional Carbon Atlas, Piano finish or layered aluminium and wood in Beaufort black). The vehicle was unveiled in 2013 Detroit Auto Show.
The vehicle was designed for United States, Canada, Russia, China, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, South Africa, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Chile and Ukraine markets.
US model was set to arrive at U.S. dealerships in the third quarter of 2013 as 2014 model year vehicle. [43] [44]
Model | Year | Engine type | Power, torque at rpm |
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Q5 2.0 TFSI hybrid quattro | 2012– | 1,984 cc (1.984 L; 121.1 cu in) I4 turbo (CHJA) | 211 PS (155 kW; 208 hp) at 4,300–6,000, 350 N⋅m (258.15 lbf⋅ft) at 1,500–4,200 |
electric motor, 266V, 1.3kWh battery pack | 54 PS (40 kW; 53 hp) at ?, 210 N⋅m (154.89 lbf⋅ft) at ? | ||
combined | 245 PS (180 kW; 242 hp) at ?, 480 N⋅m (354.03 lbf⋅ft) at ? | ||
Q5 2.0 TFSI quattro (180PS) | 2012– | 1,984 cc (1.984 L; 121.1 cu in) I4 turbo (CDNB) | 180 PS (132 kW; 178 hp) at 4,000–6,000, 320 N⋅m (236.02 lbf⋅ft) at 1,500–3,800 |
Q5 2.0 TFSI quattro (225PS) | 2012– | 1,984 cc (1.984 L; 121.1 cu in) I4 turbo (CDNC) | 225 PS (165 kW; 222 hp) at 4,500–6,250, 350 N⋅m (258.15 lbf⋅ft) at 1,500–4,500 |
Q5 3.0 TFSI quattro (272PS) | 2012– | 2,995 cc (2.995 L; 182.8 cu in) V6 supercharged (CTUC/CTVA) | 272 PS (200 kW; 268 hp) at 4,780–6,500, 400 N⋅m (295.02 lbf⋅ft) at 2,150–4,780/2,500–4,780 |
SQ5 3.0 TFSI quattro (354PS) | 2013– | 2,995 cc (2.995 L; 182.8 cu in) V6 supercharged () | 354 PS (260 kW; 349 hp) at 5,500–6,500, 470 N⋅m (346.65 lbf⋅ft) at 4,000-4,500 |
Model | Year | Engine type | Power, torque at rpm |
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Q5 2.0 TDI (143PS) | 2012– | 1,968 cc (1.968 L; 120.1 cu in) I4 turbo common rail (CAGA) | 143 PS (105 kW; 141 hp) at 4,200, 320 N⋅m (236.02 lbf⋅ft) at 1,750–2,500 |
Q5 2.0 TDI (150PS) | 2013– | 1,968 cc (1.968 L; 120.1 cu in) I4 turbo common rail (CJCD) | 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) at 4,200, 320 N⋅m (236.02 lbf⋅ft) at 1,750–2,500 |
Q5 2.0 TDI quattro (150PS) | 2013– | 1,968 cc (1.968 L; 120.1 cu in) I4 turbo common rail (CJCD) | 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) at 4,200, 320 N⋅m (236.02 lbf⋅ft) at 1,750–2,500 |
Q5 2.0 TDI quattro (177PS) | 2012– | 1,968 cc (1.968 L; 120.1 cu in) I4 turbo common rail (CGLC) | 177 PS (130 kW; 175 hp) at 4,200, 380 N⋅m (280.27 lbf⋅ft) at 1,750–2,500 |
Q5 3.0 TDI quattro (245PS) | 2012– | 2,967 cc (2.967 L; 181.1 cu in) V6 turbo common rail (CDUD) | 245 PS (180 kW; 242 hp) at 4,000–4,500, 580 N⋅m (427.79 lbf⋅ft) at 1,750–2750 |
Q5 3.0 TDI clean diesel quattro (258PS) | 2013– | 2,967 cc (2.967 L; 181.1 cu in) V6 turbo common rail () | 258 PS (190 kW; 254 hp) at 4,000–4,500, 580 N⋅m (427.79 lbf⋅ft) at 1,750–2,500 |
SQ5 3.0 TDI quattro (313PS) | 2013– | 2,967 cc (2.967 L; 181.1 cu in) V6 twin turbo common rail (CGQB) | 313 PS (230 kW; 309 hp) at 3,900–4,500, 650 N⋅m (479.42 lbf⋅ft) at 1,450–2,800 |
All engines include start-stop system. 3.0 TFSI quattro (272PS) replaced 3.2 FSI quattro.
Model | Year | Types |
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Q5 2.0 TFSI hybrid quattro | 2012– | 8-speed Tiptronic |
Q5 2.0 TFSI quattro (180PS) | 2012– | 6-speed manual |
Q5 2.0 TFSI quattro (225PS) | 2012– | 6-speed manual, 8-speed Tiptronic |
Q5 3.0 TFSI quattro (272PS) | 2012– | 8-speed Tiptronic |
SQ5 3.0 TFSI quattro (354PS) | 2013– | 8-speed Tiptronic |
Model | Year | Types |
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Q5 2.0 TDI (143PS) | 2012– | 6-speed manual |
Q5 2.0 TDI (150PS) | 2013– | 6-speed manual |
Q5 2.0 TDI quattro (150PS) | 2013– | 6-speed manual |
Q5 2.0 TDI quattro (177PS) | 2012– | 6-speed manual, 7-speed S tronic |
Q5 3.0 TDI quattro (245PS) | 2012– | 7-speed S tronic |
Q5 3.0 TDI clean diesel quattro (258PS) | 2013– | 7-speed S tronic |
SQ5 TDI 3.0 TDI quattro (313PS) | 2013– | 8-speed Tiptronic with DSP and Sport mode |
SQ5 TDI 3.0 TDI quattro (326PS) | 2016– | 8-speed Tiptronic with DSP and Sport mode |
SQ5 plus TDI 3.0 TDI quattro (340PS) | 2016– | 8-speed Tiptronic with DSP and Sport mode |
NHTSA tested a 2016 Q5. Euro NCAP tested a 2009 Audi Q5, 5-door SUV with front airbags, side airbags, seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters as standard and scored it accordingly:
NHTSA [45] | Euro NCAP [46] | ||
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Overall: | Overall: | ||
Frontal – Driver: | Adult occupant: | 33 pts / 92% | |
Frontal – Passenger: | Child occupant: | 41 pts / 84% | |
Side – Driver: | Pedestrian: | 12 pts / 32% | |
Side – Passenger: | Driver assist: | 5 pts / 71% | |
Side Pole – Driver: | |||
Rollover: | / 15.1% |
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety also crash-tested the Q5, and presented the following results (ratings from 'poor' to 'good'): [47]
Category | Rating |
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Moderate overlap front | Good |
Side | Good |
Roof strength | Good |
Head restraints and seats | Good |
On the 19th of August 2020 tagesschau.de [48] reported that "turning the steering wheel changes exhaust emissions" significantly under test conditions.
The First Generation 3.2L FSI engine is extremely prone to carbon buildup in the secondary air injection system, resulting in an extremely costly and necessary repair—which often rears its head following the warranty period. [49]
Second generation | |
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Overview | |
Model code | FY |
Production | September 2016 – present |
Model years | 2018–present (US) |
Assembly |
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Designer | Marc Lichte |
Body and chassis | |
Body style |
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Layout | Front-engine, four-wheel-drive (quattro) |
Platform | MLB evo |
Powertrain | |
Engine |
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Electric motor |
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Transmission | |
Hybrid drivetrain |
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Battery | Lithium-ion |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase |
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Length | 4,682 mm (184.3 in) 4,751 mm (187.0 in) (Q5L) |
Width | 1,893 mm (74.5 in) |
Height | 1,662 mm (65.4 in) |
The second generation Q5 (Typ FY) was revealed at the 2016 Paris Motor Show. Production began at the Audi Mexico plant on 30 September 2016, for the 2017 model year. [50]
A long wheelbase version was unveiled at the Beijing Auto Show, with 88 mm (3.5 in) added to the car, resulting in 23 percent more legroom.
The second generation of the Q5 will be the first generation of the Q5 to be sold in Bangladesh. [51]
The Q5 was launched in Thailand in August 2017, where a sole S-line powered by a 2.0 TFSI engine (45 TFSI) and 2.0 TDI engine (40 TDI) with a Quattro all wheel drive system is available.
The Q5 was launched in Malaysia in March 2019, where a sole Sport trim line powered by a 2.0 TFSI engine with a Quattro all wheel drive system is available. [52]
In August 2021, the facelifted Q5 was launched in Malaysia, [53] with the sports-oriented S-Line trim package. It gets a 2.0 TFSI engine with mild-hybrid tech, Quattro AWD and the S Tronic dual-clutch transmission. Not long after, the Q5 Sportback also made its local debut in Malaysia. [54]
The second generation Q5 was launched in North America in 2018. Production shifted from Germany to the new Audi México, S.A. de C.V. factory in San José Chiapa, Puebla, México. The Q5 was launched with a 2.0 TFSI petrol engine. Power output was 252 hp (188 kW; 255 PS) and 273 lb⋅ft (370 N⋅m). Audi's Quattro all-wheel drive system is standard, however it uses ‘Quattro with Ultra Technology’. According to Audi, Ultra technology improves efficiency by decoupling the driveshaft to the rear wheels when all-wheel drive is not needed. Essentially the vehicle becomes front wheel drive when cruising, or in other driving situations where the vehicle's computers determine all-wheel traction is not needed. Audi claims the system is able to re-engage power to the rear wheels within milliseconds of the system detecting or predicting slip or the driver accelerating aggressively.
Unlike in the previous 8R generation Q5, US vehicles are only offered with the 2.0T TFSI I-4 engine. The 2.0T ‘45 TFSI’ model offers acceleration similar to the previous generation's 3.0 TFSI Supercharged V6 (face-lifted Q5 8R, 2013–2017) while using less fuel and reduced emissions. No TDI version will be offered in North America due to the fallout from the diesel emissions scandal. Bucking an industry-wide trend of moving away from dual clutch transmissions for the latest generation of conventional torque converter automatics, Audi actually replaced the previous generation's ZF 8HP 8-speed automatic transmission for their own 7-speed S-Tronic dual clutch gearbox.
The SQ5 is offered as a performance variant of the Q5. In North American spec, it uses a 3.0L DOHC direct-injected Miller Cycle-capable 90° V6 with a single twin-scroll turbocharger. This engine, dubbed EA839, is a substantially reworked version of the previous-generation supercharged V6 (EA837) that was used in the first generation Q5 3.0T and SQ5. Power output for the turbocharged engines remains at 264 kW (354 hp), however torque increases to 500 N⋅m (369 lb⋅ft) at only 1370 rpm. Unlike the lesser powered Q5 ‘45 TFSI’ 2.0T, Audi retained ZF's 8HP transmission for the SQ5, and it also utilizes the full-time rear-biased quattro AWD system. Utilizing the Torsen CSM self-locking center differential, default power distribution is 40% front/60% rear. The center differential can instantaneously divert up to 70% of available engine power to the front wheels or up to 85% to the rear wheels. This permanent version of the Quattro AWD system is also available with the torque-vectoring rear "sport differential".
For the 2019 model year, heated front seats, rear electric child locks, 7-inch infotainment screen, and roof crossbars became standard equipment. For the Premium Plus trim, rear USB charge ports and wireless charging became standard while for Prestige trims, park assist was made standard. The Convenience Package was expanded to include the Audi side assist and Audi pre sense rear safety systems. In addition, Audi introduced a "black optic" package for the Q5, featuring black exterior trim and unique wheels. The SQ5 also became available in the Premium trim. [55]
In 2020, Audi introduced the Q5 TFSI e plug-in hybrid variant. It featured a 14.1 kWh lithium-ion battery, giving an EPA estimated 20 miles (32 km) of range. A heat pump was implemented into the climate control system, providing for greater heating efficiency. The plug-in variant also received the Turbo Blue and Daytona Gray colors, available only on the plug-in variant and SQ5 models. It produced 362 hp (270 kW; 367 PS) and 369 lb⋅ft (500 N⋅m) of torque and had a 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) time of 5.0 seconds, nearly a second faster than the standard Q5. [56] For the 2022 model year, the battery size was increased to 17.9 kWh, increasing the EPA range to 23 miles (37 km). [57] [58]
The 2021 Model Year includes the Generation 3 infotainment technologies. This includes a digital marketplace in the myAudi app to add Audi Connect plans and SiriusXM with 360L. [59] Exterior facelift revisions include updates to the grille, bumper side air intakes, side sill, and rear trim. In addition, District Green and Ultra Blue were new paint colors available on the PHEV and SQ5 variants. [60]
The 2021 Q5 was announced at the end of June 2020 [61] and entered production in July [62] with expected first deliveries at the end of 2020. In January 2021, Audi expanded the Q5 lineup by introducing a Sportback variant of the Q5 and SQ5. [63]
The Q5 was launched in India on 23 November 2021 offering two variants - Premium Plus and Technology. [64]
The 2022 Q5 was awarded the "Top Safety Pick+" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. [65]
Small overlap front (Driver) | Good | |||
Small overlap front (Passenger) | Good | |||
Moderate overlap front | Good | |||
Side (original test) | Good | |||
Roof strength | Good | |||
Head restraints and seats | Good | |||
Headlights |
| varies by trim/option | ||
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Vehicle) | Superior | optional | ||
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Vehicle) | Superior | standard | ||
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Pedestrian, day) | Advanced | |||
Child seat anchors (LATCH) ease of use | Good | |||
Audi officially unveiled the third generation Q5 on 2 September 2024. [66]
Year | Units |
---|---|
2007 [67] | 162 |
2008 [67] | 20,324 |
2009 [68] | 109,117 |
2010 [68] | 155,052 |
2011 [69] | 183,768 |
2012 [70] | 209,799 |
2013 [71] | 231,466 |
2014 [72] | 260,832 |
2015 [73] | 267,651 |
2016 [74] | 297,750 |
2017 [74] | 289,892 |
2018 [69] | 298,793 |
2019 [69] | 286,365 |
2020 [69] | 276,015 |
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