Audi, the German luxury car manufacturer recently announced the launch of the Audi Q5 in India. The Audi Q5 combines a sporty character with excellent everyday usability and comes with a wide array of infotainment and assistance options. The Audi Q5 has always been known for its perfect blend of size, performance and equipment. The sharpened exterior design of this highly successful model emphasizes the Q identity and embodies the Quattro DNA.

An epitome of comfort and design – the redesigned Audi Q5 promises better performance and enhanced driving experience. The Audi Q5 is powered by a 2.0 litre TFSI engine that produces 249 hp of power and 370Nm torque. Manufactured at the SAVWIPL plant in Aurangabad, the Audi Q5 is being offered in two variants – Premium Plus and Technology.

The single-frame grille with vertical struts redesigned bumpers and LED lights to lend a sharper look to the Audi Q5. Attractive new features include Audi Park Assist, Comfort key with sensor-controlled boot lid operation, inlays in Audi Exclusive Piano Black, Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus, 19 speaker B&O Premium 3D Sound System. Infotainment and connectivity through Audi Smartphone Interface, Audi Phone box with wireless charging, and MMI Navigation Plus with MMI touch make it a perfect party and picnic machine.

Commenting on the launch, Balbir Singh Dhillon, Head of Audi India, said, “Today, we have launched our 9th product for 2021 and couldn’t be happier. Historically, the Audi Q5 has been amongst our bestsellers and we are confident that this new model is going to be no different.

With more enhancements, the Audi Q5 offers a perfect amalgamation of luxury, sportiness, comfort and everyday use.”

Dhillon further added, “2021 has been a great year for Audi India. Our sales have grown by over a 100% in the first ten months and we are confident that the launch of the Audi Q5 will only take this growth further. We are gearing to end this year on a high note and are preparing to launch several more key models in 2022.”

As per the company report, Audi Drive Select offers multiple modes including comfort, dynamic, individual, auto, efficiency and off-road, along with 8 airbags, including rear-side airbags, to enhance driver safety.The front of the Audi Q5 comes with the trademark single-frame grille with an octagon outline, which has sharper and better-defined edges. While the grille and the slats have chrome garnishes, the skid plates, roof rails, and the new foglamp casing get silver accents. The look is enhanced by 48.26 cms (R19) alloy wheels, wraparound shoulder line, LED Combination Lamps, Panoramic Sunroof, and aluminium Roof rails. The Audi Q5 is available in five colour options – Navarra Blue, Ibis White, Mythos Black, Floret Silver and Manhattan Gray.

As far as the interiors of the car are concerned, Atlas beige and Okapi brown in leather leatherette upholstery with inlays in Piano black finishing make for the interiors of the new Audi Q5. Sensor-controlled boot lid operation, Park assist with parking aid plus, Power front seats with driver memory, and an Audi phone box with wireless charging amplify the comfort factor. The 3-zone air-conditioning keeps the passengers cool and contour ambient lighting with 30 colours soothes senses.

The infotainment of the machine has a 25.65 cm multimedia touch screen which takes the centre stage with the third generation Modular Infotainment Platform MIB3. The screen, which has Audi’s latest MMI Touch, voice controls, supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, along with supporting almost all the controls at a click. Another highlight is the B&O Premium Sound System with 19 speakers producing 3D sound effects at 755 watts output.

The Audi Q5 Premium Plus is priced at INR 58,93,000/- and the Audi Q5 Technology will cost you INR 63,77,000/-.