Audi Q5

Q5 highlights

Audi has launched the second-gen Q5 in India. It is available in two variants - 35TDI Premium Plus and 35TDI Technology, which are priced at Rs 53.25 lakh and Rs 57.60 lakh (ex-showroom pan India) respectively.

The list of comforts offered on the new Q5 includes a 7-inch infotainment system with handwriting recognition, Audi’s MMI interface (with navigation) paired with a Bang & Olufsen sound system, and a 12.3-inch ‘Virtual Cockpit’ which replaces the analogue instrument cluster. 

In terms of safety, the Q5 gets 8 airbags, Audi Parking System Plus with rearview camera, auto hold function, electromechanical parking brake and a tyre pressure monitoring system. 

The Q5 is powered by a 2.0-litre diesel engine which generates 190PS of power and 400Nm of torque. It is mated to a 7-speed dual clutch transmission which sends power to all four wheels. Audi claims that the new Q5 can go from 0-100kmph in 7.1 seconds and onto a top speed of 218kmph. The ARAI-certified fuel economy figure for the Q5 stands at 17.01kmpl, which is about 2.85kmpl more than the outgoing model.

In India, the new Q5 will renew its rivalry with the Mercedes-Benz GLC, BMW X3, Lexus NX 300h and the Volvo XC60. Read More.