Audi SQ5 – Automobiles Review

ABT Super-Q5 Faster than Audi SQ5 TDI plus? Yes, it is!

ABT Sportsline Audi SQ5 Side View ABT Sportsline has a big surprise for all keen on Audi tuning today. They have managed to make a car so powerful that it can kick the butt of the standard Audi SQ5. The gains in power are impressive and they measure more than 40 horsepower. The tuner made all this possible thanks to the ‘New Generation’ engine tuning program.

The result is pretty impressive and shows significant gains. Precisely, the standard for the 3.0 TDI 326 hp (240 kW) are now lifted to 365 hp (268 kW), while the torque has been raised from 650 lb-ft to 710 Nm.

This makes it possible for the naughty Audi to jump quickly from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 5 seconds. Additionally, the experts decided to raise the top speed too, making it 260 km/h.

ABT Aero Kit for the SQ5

ABT Sportsline Audi SQ5 Rear View

Besides the changes in power, ABT wanted to make the car a little bit more likeable. Thus the Aero pack was born. To go into details, it includes front skirt and a brand new grill, door strip attachments and a rear wing. There is a wide variant of this pack that adds right fender extensions.

Next, wheel spacers of between 30 to 70mm per axle make for the right tread, while the ABT height adjustable suspension springs lower the car between 5 and 30mm on the front axle and of between 10 and 35 on the rear.

ABT Sportsline is also proficient in making cool wheels. For this project it is offering its CR, DR, ER-C and FR models, in sizes of 20 and 21-inches. They can be fitted with Continental or Pirelli sports tires in 255/45 R20, 255/40 R21, 255/35 R21 and 265/35 R22 dimensions. The interior received only minor details and these include the in-house made ABT floor and trunk mats.

Now, isn’t that the perfect vehicle for the weekend?

Source: ABT Sportsline

November 13, 2015

2015 Audi SQ5 TDI Shows Further Details

2015 Audi SQ5 TDI Audi team expands its range of S models. In October a fresh and sweet SQ5 TDI plus will come for German dealers with improved performance stats and even more features and goodies. But let’s start with the most important stuff: the models will come with 340 hp (250 kW) of power output, sport differential and nice 21-inch wheels.

The good thing is that even the basic model will come with the performance and spirit of a sporty vehicle. The other versions, for example the Plus, will come with even greater performance stats. As said above, the 250 kW output power comes from the three-liter injection pressure unit. In fact, the whole engine system is designed in such a way that it boosts the overall performance with a total of 27 hp (20 kW) and peak torque increased to a total of 700 Nm. Nice, huh? Furthermore, the mighty diesel engine accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.1 seconds and chases the top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). Sounds interesting, right?

2015 Audi SQ5 TDI

And like all the S models, the SQ5 TDI Plus will deliver its performance features via the quattro permanent AWD drive system. And now, for the first time in the Q5 lineup, there is a special sport differential at the rear axle which distributes power to the wheels. This beauty also comes with nice back glossy 21-inch cast aluminum wheels and 255/40 R21 tires.

And in addition to all the features, the vehicle can be ordered with the special Audi Exclusive Selection Macaw Blue package which is limited to only 100 units. Along with the macaw blue color, this trim level offers and sporty seats, special stitching, special steering wheel and numerous more goodies.

2015 Audi SQ5 TDI

Source: Audi

September 4, 2015

ABT Audi SQ5 – 360HP and 700Nm

ABT Sportsline has revealed their latest project based on the super-cool and superfast Audi SQ5. The twin-turbocharged diesel comes with both – styling and performance modifications.

The 3.0 liter twin-turbo V6 diesel originally produces 313HP (230 kW) and 650Nm (481 lb-ft) of torque. Abt boosted it to 360HP (265 kW) and 700Nm (519 lb-ft) . Despite that the ABT SQ5 weighs almost two tons, the acceleration is astonishing. 0-100 km/h in less than 5 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.

The exterior boasts a complete wide-body kit including modified front and rear bumpers, a pair of new side skirts and wheel arch extensions. There is also a new front grille as well as door strip attachments and a rear wing.

Other upgrades include lowering suspension springs, sets of different CR, DR and ER-C alloy wheels in dimensions from 20”,21” and 22”.

“The car provides luxury and dynamism, is a true travel companion that can also pull a trailer,”. Commented Hans-Jürgen Abt.

Source: ABT

August 1, 2013

Audi Announces Pricing For 2014 SQ5 [VIDEO]

Audi has just announced the U.S. pricing for the all-new 2014 Audi SQ5 high-performance luxury crossover. This vehicle is the first S variant of any Audi Q model, and it mixes sportiness with space and functionality.

2014 SQ5 adds to the model lineup of the Q5, which is the second best-selling model line for Audi last year. In addition, the Q5 model line includes also improvements for the 2014 model year with the introduction of the fuel-efficient Q5 TDI® clean diesel model, which joins the current lineup of 2.0T, 3.0T and hybrid variants.

To go further into details, the SQ5 is equipped with a supercharged 3.0-liter TFSI® direct-injection V6 engine. The unit is capable of achieving 354 hp (260 kW) and 347 lb-ft (470 Nm) of torque, which contribute for a 5.1 seconds acceleration time for the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h. The top track speed is 155 mph.

The engine is matched with an eight-speed Tiptronic® automatic transmission, and in addition, this Audi model includes the Audi quattro® all-wheel drive system for superior traction and handling.

Furthermore, the 2014 Audi SQ5 comes equipped with an aluminum roof rails and sloped roof, standard 20-inch wheels or the optional 21-inch wheels. It also features the emblematic S model’s front and rear bumpers with Platinum Gray grille and diffuser, Aluminum exterior mirror housings and quad exhaust tips. In addition, the Audi Singleframe® grille and Audi Xenon plus headlights with automatic self-leveling and LED daytime running lights, contribute to SQ5’s exceptional appearance.

In terms of interior, this SUV is sporty and spacious. The steering wheel is three-spoke multifunction and flat-bottom with alu-optic shift paddles and contrast stitching. Leather and Alcantara has been used for the sport seats as a standard, while the Fine Nappa interior is to be found in the available comfort package. New layered Aluminum/Black wood decorative inlays are also available in the SQ5.

A wide range of advanced technology and driver assistance features is offered in the SQ5 as a standard. Some of the optional features here are the Audi side assist, Audi adaptive cruise control, Bang & Olufsen Sound System with 14 speakers and Audi connect®.

2014 Audi SQ5 has a starting price of $51 900 and is expected to arrive in U.S. showrooms later this summer.

httpv://youtu.be/mHumcxyvvV8

Video Source: YouTube

Source: Audi

June 18, 2013

Audi SQ5 Equipped With New Gasoline Engine

Audi SQ5 which debuted for the first time at the Detroit Auto Show is going to be powered by a gasoline engine for the first time. The unit is free-revving, supercharged, three-liter V6 one with a displacement of 2,995 cc.

To go further into details, the 3.0 TFSI engine generates 260 kW (354 hp) between 6,000 and 6,500 rpm, and delivers 470 Nm (346.65 lb-ft) of torque to the crankshaft between 4,000 and 4,500 rpm. This means that for the acceleration from 0 to100 km/h (0-62 mph) the Audi needs only 5.3 seconds. The top speed here is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155 mph).

Despite these fantastic numbers, the SQ5 consumes on average 8.5 liters of fuel per 100 km in the NEDC (21 US mpg) and emits 199 grams per kilometer (320.26 g/m) CO2. Furthermore, the engine is mated to an eight-speed tiptronic transmission and includes quattro permanent all-wheel drive.

What is more, the good aerodynamics of this Audi is further enhanced by lowering of the body with 30 millimeters through the new chassis. The springs and shock absorbers are more tautly tuned for a sporty and balanced setup. In addition, to the athletic stance of the SUV contribute the 20-inch wheels which are fitted with 255/45-series tires. The brake calipers on the front axle sport the SQ5 badge.

Some design elements throughout the exterior catch the eye. For instance such are the platinum gray radiator grille with its horizontal double bars in aluminum look, the distinctive bumpers and the roof spoiler, the V6 T badges at the front fenders, the gloss package and exterior mirrors in aluminum look.

And anyone who wishes to be even more unique there are exclusively two crystal-effect finishes: Estoril Blue and Panther Black. The same touch of sportiness carries continues in the interior. The instruments feature gray dials and white numerals; the pedals and shift paddles have a shiny aluminum-look finish.

The interior is in black, and here the sport seats are covered with a combination of Pearl Nappa leather and Alcantara, with four different colors of leather optional. Options include Carbon Atlas, Piano finish or layered aluminum and wood in Beaufort black.

Moreover, the list of standard equipment is very generous and includes all of the above mentioned with the following: xenon plus headlights with LED daytime driving lights, a stainless-steel loading-sill protector and a driver information system with color display.

Audi SQ5 is going to be seen at dealerships in the third quarter of 2013.

Source: Audi

January 8, 2013

2013 Audi SQ5 TDI Exclusive Concept to Make Official Debut in Paris

2013 Audi SQ5 TDI Exclusive Concept is the limited edition model of the popular Audi SUV. The vehicle will make its official first appearance in Paris later this month and is envisioned only as a limited 50-car production run.

Furthermore, the Sq5 is equipped with 3.0-litre bi-turbo TDI engine, which generates 313 hp (230 kW) and 650 Nm (480 lb-ft) between 1,450 and 2,800rpm. This means that the Audi model can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.1 seconds on its way to the top speed of 155mph.

In fact, the Audi SQ5 TDI is the new top model in the Q5 model series and also the first S model in the history of Audi with a diesel engine.

In addition to this, the performance SUV will showcase new design features in the interior and an exclusive exterior finish as a limited production run. As you can see this exclusive concept is colored in stunning Aral Blue crystal effect shade, which conveys feeling of depth.

The exterior mirrors here are in aluminium look, and xenon plus headlights with LED daytime running lights come as a standard. The four exhaust tailpipes dominate the rear of the vehicle.

On the other hand, the interior of the SQ5 TDI Audi is equipped with leather multifunction sports steering wheel, gear lever gaiter in black Fine Nappa leather with accents of contrasting stitching in snow white, black sport seats covered in Fine Nappa leather with contrasting stitching in snow white and black, and woven leather in the centre section of the seats.

In addition to that the designers have also added finished in snow white Alcantara headlining, blind for the sunroof and inlays, and applications in the doors. At last, the open-pored veneer has been specifically treated in order to bring the attention at the grain. The door trims and the entry sills carry Audi exclusive badges.

The starting price of the new limited edition 2013 Audi SQ5 TDI Exclusive Concept is €92 000.

Source: Audi

September 15, 2012

Audi SQ5 TDI

It’s an Audi Q5 diesel…S. It’s also a concept and the latest buzz that’s come out from Inglostad. However, when we say “concept” we don’t really mean something far fetched. All is planned and the Audi dealerships will get their batch of TDI S goodness well into the first quarter of 2013.

So then, the core of the Audi SQ5: a 3.0-liter TDI engine that has two (not one) turbochargers. It’s oily bits have been reinforced in way so that they can take the stress of 313 hp and 650 Nm of torque. The latter comes at you within the 1,450 and 2,800 rpm range. Don’t fear diesel rattling either as most of the noises will most probably be coming from the “sound actuator” in the SQ5‘s exhaust system.

Some performance figures:

zero to 62 mph: 5.1 seconds
Top speed: 155 mph
Fuel economy: around 33 mpg combined.

Some clever stuff: a Quattro system with torque vectoring that manages all four wheels. A start/stop system and a regulated oil pump for saving fuel and a very lean eight-speed tiptronic gearbox.

Audi SQ5 TDI

The fact that it’s an Audi S means that the suspension is firmer and lower by around 1.18 inches but still high enough – this is a Q5 we are talking about. The wheels are monstrous at 20-inches in size (21” optional) and so are the 255/45 tires around them.

Obviously, this being an SQ5, there is going to be a cosmetic distinction from the mortal Q5s – platinum gray single-frame grille with galvanized double bars, a roof spoiler and modified bumpers. Inside, black will be the color that prevails made up of Nappa leather and Alcantra. You can have some brushed aluminum with that and some gray dials on the instruments. Other highlights include the S badges on the door sill trims, the S gear lever knob, the start button and the specially designed steering wheel.

The Audi SQ5 TDI is expected to come around during the Spring of 2013 with a starting price of 58,500 Euros or $73,593.

Source: Audi

June 19, 2012

Tag: Audi SQ5

ABT Aero Kit for the SQ5