ONLY a number of months after the return of the legendary SQ5 TDI, Audi Australia is making ready for the arrival of a brand new, refreshed mannequin. The brand new SQ5 TDI is sporty, highly effective and environment friendly, because of a revised 3.0-litre V6 engine boasting 251kW and 700Nm.
A hanging design refresh additionally accompanies interesting gear upgrades, positioning the brand new SQ5 TDI as a really particular automobile. Nevertheless it’s the engine that’s most spectacular, creating energy sooner, and accelerating sooner, to supply 0-100km/h in 5.1 seconds.
Gasoline consumption is 7.0-litres/100km and an actuator within the exhaust system offers the V6 a particular and sonorous sound, managed through Audi drive choose. The powerplant sports activities new pistons, sensors, intercooler design and turbocharger.
As well as, the 48v delicate hybrid system (MHEV) integrates a belt alternator starter (BAS) for superior begin/cease and coasting performance, boosting effectivity by round 0.7-litre/100km.
To harness the engine’s energy, the SQ5 TDI is supplied with a fast-shifting eight-speed tiptronic transmission, directing energy to the highway through quattro everlasting all-wheel drive, for very good dealing with and traction.
The self-locking centre differential is ready to direct 40 per cent of the torque to the entrance axle and 60 per cent to the rear in regular driving circumstances, with as much as 85 per cent directed to the rear wheels if the highway circumstances demand it.
The usual adaptive suspension with damper management sits the SQ5 30mm decrease than the Q5 and ensures the right mixture of journey consolation and dynamic efficiency, whereas the non-obligatory air suspension adjusts the journey top of the physique by way of 5 ranges.
Moreover, the non-obligatory quattro sport differential can present additional adjustment, directing nearly the entire rear axle’s torque to both wheel throughout notably dynamic driving.
The brand new, sportier design of the SQ5 TDI exudes a robust stance, with hanging particulars that give it a rugged look. That is complemented by engaging, Audi Sport 21-inch alloy wheels in 5-twin-spoke V design.
These home distinctive S brake callipers painted in a crimson high-gloss end. Vertical fins present construction to the massive side-air inlets on the entrance bumpers. Within the octagonal single body grille, massive octagonal honeycomb sections are linked by slim bars.
They characteristic an aluminium end, as do the fins on the air inlets. Matrix LED headlights are actually customary, with steady computerized excessive beam, dynamic flip alerts and dynamic animations when locking and unlocking. Digital OLED taillights are an possibility.
Clients have a selection of 9 exterior paint finishes. The black styling package deal, which provides sporty accents, is out there on request.
The hands-free electrical tailgate and the simplicity of comfort keyless entry and begin add to the characteristic listing. The rear-window privateness glass retains glare out, but the contact of a button permits full sunshine to flood in, because of the panoramic sunroof.
Contained in the cabin, the brand new SQ5 is endowed for consolation and flexibility with intuitive new know-how providing seamless integration of the Audi smartphone interface through Android Auto and wi-fi Apple CarPlay.
Distinctive shows in the usual Audi Digital Cockpit Plus present all vital info for the driving force, enhanced by the brand new 10.1-inch high-resolution MMI contact show. The fantastically crafted show is seamlessly built-in into the dashboard.
Extra options embrace wi-fi charging for cellphones and two simultaneous Bluetooth connections, Digital DAB+ radio and 4 USB shops (two within the rear).
For the primary time ever, the brand new SQ5 gives the comfort of Audi Join Plus performance as properly, with the combination of on-line visitors, climate circumstances, gasoline costs, parking info and Google Maps.
The myAudi smartphone app provides distant lock/unlock, service request, emergency name and extra, because of the embedded SIM card. Moreover, the SQ5 TDI is supplied with the Bang & Olufsen 3D premium sound system (19 audio system, 755W).
There’s additionally a head-up show for enhanced security and visibility. Luxurious and sporty, the inside of the SQ5 TDI boasts ambient lighting with the selection of over 30 completely different color tones, permitting the driving force to tailor the atmosphere to go well with their temper.
Heating within the entrance seats present unmatched consolation for the driving force, whereas the 3-zone local weather management characteristic permits passengers to control the temperature within the rear row.
The SQ5 TDI displays class-leading security, outfitted with an in depth vary of driver help methods that contribute to its 5-star ANCAP security ranking.
Normal security options embrace autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise management with visitors jam help, lively lane help, collision avoidance help, rear cross-traffic help, and park help.
There’s additionally hill descent management, maintain help, in addition to a complete suite of parking sensors together with the 360-degree and rear view cameras. The brand new SQ5 TDI might be provided with the excellent five-year Audi service plan package deal.
It’s anticipated to be in Audi showrooms from April, priced from $104,900 (plus on-roads). For additional info, please contact your native Audi vendor.
