Audi Q5
Audi’s first SUV with PPC
A photo session was held with the A6 e-tron, which was also announced at the same time. From the right: Yuzo Tokunaga of the Product Marketing Department, Matthias Scheepers, CEO and Audi Brand Director, and Yoshiki Ishikawa of the Product Marketing Department.
The Audi Q5 is a highly popular premium mid-size SUV. The first generation model was introduced to the Japanese market in 2009, and evolved into the second generation in 2017. The third generation model, which had its Japan premiere this time, has been completely revamped, from the platform to the design, powertrain, and infotainment.
The new Q5 is Audi’s first SUV, based on the new-generation internal combustion engine architecture “PPC” (Premium Platform Combustion), which is also used in the A5. The body styles introduced in Japan are the standard SUV “Q5” and the coupe SUV “Q5 Sportback.” Each model is available with three powertrains: the “Q5 TFSI quattro 150kW” with a 2.0-liter inline-four gasoline turbo (204PS, 340Nm), the “Q5 TDI quattro 150kW” with a 2.0-liter inline-four diesel turbo (204PS, 400Nm), and the “SQ5” with a 3.0-liter V6 TFSI (367PS, 550Nm).
All models will feature the mild hybrid system “48V MHEV Plus.” The powertrain generator (PTG) assists the engine with a maximum output of 18kW (24PS) and a maximum torque of 230Nm, reducing the load while driving and enabling smooth air conditioning operation during idling stop. Regenerative braking output is 25kW (34PS).
There are no major changes to the body size other than the overall length.
Q5 Sportback TDI quattro 150kW advanced
The exterior adopts Audi’s latest design language. The body size (SUV) is 4715mm long (35mm longer than the previous model), 1900mm wide (0mm shorter), 1655mm high (-15mm shorter), and 2820mm wheelbase (-5mm shorter), with no major changes other than the increased overall length. The front mask features a wide single-frame grille that gives a sporty and bold impression. At the rear, attention has been paid to the lighting system, with taillights spanning the entire width and rear window projection lights that improve visibility from following vehicles.
The interior comes standard with Audi’s latest infotainment system, the MMI Panoramic Display. The meter panel features an 11.9-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit and a 14.5-inch MMI touch display in the center, providing both high visibility and operability. Additionally, a 10.9-inch MMI passenger display can be installed as an option in front of the passenger seat.
The newly designed fully adjustable rear seats can slide back and forth, recline, and be folded flat, providing a luggage capacity of 1,473 liters when two people are seated, compared to the usual 520 liters. The new Q5 significantly surpasses its predecessor in both livability and practicality, and is expected to set new standards in the Japanese premium SUV market while continuing the Q5’s history spanning more than 15 years. A global limited edition model, “edition one,” has also been released to commemorate the launch of the new Q5 series, and this is also worth paying attention to.
