Test Drive Audi Q5 2016 new body: photo
The Audi Q5 is a compact luxury crossover that comes with a new bodywork for 2016, a photo of which you can see below. The body has strict lines and proportions typical of Audi cars.
The updated model can be equipped with 5 different engines, as well as 5 driving dynamics modes. And smoothness will be provided by a balanced suspension, coupled with Quattro all-wheel drive and an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Technical specifications
In the basic configuration, the car is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 220 hp, which makes it possible to dynamically accelerate the two-ton Q5 without any problems. The fuel consumption of such an engine is 11,4 liters per 100 km in the city and 8 liters on the highway.
Most buyers and connoisseurs of the Audi brand will likely pay attention to the 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine that develops 272 hp. and allows you to accelerate to 100 km / h in 6 seconds.
In addition to the gasoline engine, a 3.0 liter diesel engine with a capacity of 240 hp is also presented. and a torque of 428 N / m.
Rarer variants will be a hybrid (245 hp, 54 of which will be produced by an electric motor) and a diesel compressor engine, whose power is 354 hp, this modification will be equipped with a sportier suspension and will be called the Audi SQ5.
Packages and prices
The trim levels of the 5 Audi Q2016 have not undergone any changes, however, some options and basic filling have changed in part. All trim levels are equipped with a three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, panoramic sunroof and BlueTooth.
As a new option, there is an adaptive suspension, as well as the Audi Connect system, which allows you to turn your car into a WiFi hotspot. Of course, these options are available in more expensive configurations, which include a high-quality Bang & Olufsen audio system.
- 2.0T will cost $ 40 (900 rubles);
- 3.0T will cost $ 46 (000 rubles);
- 3.0TDI will cost $ 48 (100 rubles).
Interior
The interior of the new Audi Q5 looks very rich, especially in light colors, perfectly combined with the spacious panoramic sunroof. The wide center console with many buttons creates the feeling of a huge space and makes you feel like a pilot, but it looks like a single, well-thought-out system, which prevents the eyes from scattering and makes it easy to control all the systems of the car. In expensive trim levels, inserts from doom make the panel really expensive.
The seats provide a high, comfortable fit, allowing you to comfortably monitor the traffic situation. There is more than enough legroom. The back seat will not be able to comfortably accommodate 3 people with an impressive build, but all conveniences are provided for 2 passengers.
Modes of the new Audi Q5 2016
The 8-speed automatic transmission allows you not to directly notice the moment of shifting, it does it very smoothly. The Quattro all-wheel drive system means that you do not have to worry about driving in winter conditions, the car will behave confidently and comfortably on a rapidly changing road surface, will make it easy to get out of loose snow, given the ground clearance of almost 200 mm.
The car is equipped with the Drive Select system, with which you can choose the driving mode for yourself:
- auto;
- sport;
- comfort;
- individual.
What is the effect of changing these modes? Changes take place in the steering, transmission and throttle response, as well as in the suspension if an adaptive suspension package is selected.
Summing up, it's safe to say that the new body of the 5 Audi Q2016 is a compact luxury crossover that provides fast acceleration, handling, low fuel consumption, comfort and convenience in the cabin.
