Audi Q5

The Audi Q5 is a lightweight five-seat SUV based on the platform of the A4. Has a size less than the Q7 and similar to models like the Mitsubishi Outlander and Nissan X-trail. For the range of engines and the price is, is an alternative to models like the BMW X3 and the Volvo XC60.

A car is convenient, secure for their reactions and much equipment available. In relation to its size does not project outside the scope of the carrier.

There are four engines available: two petrol (211 hp and 271 hp) and two Diesel (170 hp and 240), all with direct injection. Version 3.2 FSI (271 hp) is a naturally aspirated six-cylinder engine, the other three are supercharged. An official of Audi confirmed during the presentation of this model will have a later version of 2.0 TFSI petrol less powerful (maybe 180 hp) and a 2.0 TDI about 140 hp.

Audi Q5. Model 2009.Todos engines may be associated with the automatic double-clutch 'S tronic' relationships of seven (plus S tronic exchange of information), the six-speed manual transmission only versions have 211 hp 2.0 TFSI and 2.0 TDI 170 hp. In both cases, if combined with a system of permanent total traction.

The Q5 2.0 TDI 170 hp € 40,950 it costs much more than a Toyota RAV4 D-4D with 177 hp (32,400 €) or Volkswagen Tigua with the same engine (34,800 €). A BMW X3 xDrive20d (177 hp) and a Mercedes-Benz GLK 220 CDI 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY cost € 41,700 and 42,850, respectively.

These are the prices of the full range Q5.

Bodywork

The Q5 measures 4.63 m long, 1.88 m wide and 1.65 m in height. Therefore, it is lower than any of the models of features. Have an aerodynamic coefficient of 0.33, a low value for an SUV. 2.0 TDI 170 hp, which for now is the lightest, weighing 1805 kg.

The wheelbase (battle) is large (2.81 m), which allows the occupant of the Q5 is spacious. The rear seat backs can recline and, optionally, the bench can be moved longitudinally 100mm (more impressions of the interior).

The trunk has a capacity of 540 liters. It also has a double bottom. Reduce the rear backrests forward (picture) by a release lever located on the trunk, cargo capacity increases to 1560 l. The back of the passenger seat may break (image) to facilitate the transport of long objects (an option). Audi also offers a kit for fixing through Luggage guides, a network boundary protection and a tray.

Audi Q5. Model 2009.El equipment includes several storage compartments, carriers and sockets. There is an option that includes a carrier air conditioning (heat or cold; image) and a point of attachment on the floor of the front passenger side where you can set various slide.

The design of the body maintains the features of other models of Audi. In the headlights, there is a strip of LEDs (LEDs; image) to the function of daylight, there are diodes to several functions of the pilots (image).

The gate is made of aluminum. As the pilots are placed in him, are not lifted. Therefore, some functions are duplicated (direction and position lamps) that are placed on the bumper and also the reverse and fog lamp. Intermittent and the light position bumpers are only activated when you open the door (comparative picture).

Some elements of the body can be painted in black (standard), painted the same color as the body or in a contrasting color.

Optionally, Audi offers the possibility to equip the Q5 with two external package called "S-Line" and "Offroad-Style." The first gives a sportier appearance (picture gallery) with some different bumpers, tires 19 or 20 inches and a firmer suspension. The other includes protectors low in both the front and rear wheels and 19 inches (which in principle are not optimal for the field).

Driving Impressions.

For stability, the Q5 is very close to the BMW X3, which is the benchmark in this type of car. Q5 reactions are more like those of an SUV than the X3. In return, after riding in various versions of the Q5, it is clear that the Audi has a more comfortable suspension. Paricularmente prefer BMW precindir touch of comfort to Q5.

In addition to the version we tested at length, 2.0 TDI 170 hp at the international filing of this model can lead to brief the other three versions of the Q5: the petrol 2.0 TFSI (211 hp) and 3.2 FSI (271 hp) and the 3.0 TDI diesel (240 hp).

Audi Q5. Model 2009.Todas seem very recommendable power within the group to which belong. The 2.0 TFSI retains the good qualities we have seen in all the models we've driven with this engine is smooth, quiet and pulls strongly in a wide margin. The 3.2 FSI will compensate those who seek the maximum benefits available if this is not a priority, the 2.0 TFSI I think the best option because its consumption is lower and it is enough to move easily to the Q5.

Among the Diesel is a big difference in the thrust given by the two engines (in gasoline sensation is not as pronounced).

The 2.0 TDI of 170 hp is the new injection system through common: it is much smoother and quieter than before, because it pushes too surprising since few revolutions and reaches a limit of high spin (5,000 rpm) with great force. Its average consumption is 6.7 l/100 km approved, 0.2 more than the BMW X3 2.0D. The Q5 3.0 TDI may be an option to consider if you want a fast car and spent little.

All motors can be associated with the change in "S tronic 'double 7-speed clutch. I found its operation smooth and no doubt preferable to any manual changes, and when a try to give more details more carefully. The 170 hp 2.0 TDI and 2.0 TFSI of 211 hp can have a six-speed manual transmission, drive fast enough.

Traction is a permanent four-wheel differential means a "Torsen", the Audi system used in models that have the engine placed longitudinally, except the R8. In normal running conditions the power transmitted to front and rear axle in a 40:60 ratio. According to the bond, this distribution may vary by diverting up to 65% of torque to the front or up to 85% at the rear.

The Q5 is not reductive or lockable front or rear differential. Yes there is a speed control for the descent slope. It has some attack and departure angles of 25 º, 17.5 º is the ventral (a little complicated to overcome obstacles). The height is 20 cm to the ground, a good value, while wading height is 50 cm, a normal data (image).

The ABS has a mode of operation for the asphalt which was detected by the type of soil that is circulating (sand, gravel or rocks), which modifies its operation.

Equipment

Audi Q5. Model 2009.Como the A4, Q5 could be the "Audi Drive Select. This system can vary the throttle response, assistance and direction of the gear, mode of operation of automatic switching and hardness of the suspension adjustment variable. Depending on the level of equipment each unit can change any or all of the functions described.

These settings can be changed at once in terms of three programs ( "Comfort", "Automatic" or "Dynamic"). If the car is also command central "MMI", the driver can create your own combination of settings (image).

The versions with change 'S tronic "and" Audi Drive Select "no position" S "(sport) gearshift because it automatically selects the mode" dynamic "of the" Audi Drive Select.

The command "MMI" has been improved. It is now possible to make longitudinal movements in four directions (eight directions) and, for example, to move about the map browser in this way. Until now, the "MMI" could only be pressed or rotated (such movements are kept). You can also tune the radio by turning the control (before he had to wear an uncomfortable procedure).

For the first time in an Audi, there is a wizard that automatically selects the lights of the road or crossing. It works equally well (or poorly, as you look) that has the BMW, so the comments are equally valid.

In addition, there are rare pieces of equipment in a car with these characteristics: alert involuntary change lanes (Audi Lane Assiist "a vibration on the steering wheel that warns the driver is overtaking a line of the road) or a device controls the presence of obstacles in the blind spot of mirrors ( "Audi Side Assist). You can also have an active developer of speed (Adaptive Cruise Control ") capable of maintaining a constant distance with respect to the preceding vehicle without automatic arrest and set in motion.

Other items that may have the lighting system are active curve (Adaptive Light "), a parking assistant camera back (Audi Advanced Parking System), front seats with electric adjustment and heating and ventilation, Bluetooth connection for phones, DVD player, TV tuner, voice recognition, connection to a player "iPod" and a sound system "Bang & Olufsen. The navigation system integrates a more expensive high-resolution monitor (with a map in three dimensions, image) and hard disk to store maps and music in MP3 format.