The 2009 Audi Q5

The Audi Q5 is the latest release in the SUV segment by the manufacturer Audi. The Q5 is already in the hot list even before its release, the reasons being the brand name and the quality of performance that it has to offer. The Q5 comes with a longitudinal V-6 engine. It has a capacity of 3.2 L, and is of the direct injection type. It comes loaded with a 6-speed Triptonic transmission. The power rating is 265 horsepower at 6500 rpm and the torque generated is 243 lb-ft at 3000 rpm. The majority of the torque goes to the rear wheels during drive. The acceleration of the Q5 is 0-60 mph in 6.8 s. The Audi Q5 has the longest wheel base among its rivals-110.6 inches. High strength steel strengthens the framework of the Q5. The use of? aluminium in the tailgate, the suspension and the hood gate provide lightness to the body. The Q5 has alloy wheels which measure 18″ in the? base model. They have all season tires on them. The Quattro all-wheel? drive distinguishes the Q5 from its counterparts.

The Q5 has mileage of 18 mpg in the city and 23 mpg in highway. Audi claims that this SUV can tread 31-degree slopes. Ground clearance? is about 7.9″. The manufacturer boasts of a comfortable ride through water? that is 19.7 inches deep.

The Q5 is a two row vehicle, and can provide 55 cu ft of space? for luggage on folding the second row. It has five passenger seating capacity.? One notable feature of the interior is the low floor of the cargo area, which is due to the? compact trapezoidal-link rear-suspension. The Q5 package includes? the G-3 version MMI computer interface, Bluetooth hands free phone? and a power tailgate. The Q5 also has the key less entry facility and privacy glass? among other features.

The Q5 has a new and sophisticated roof that has sensors to detect when? the roof has luggage over it. This helps the stability control system to act? based on the information fed into it. The safety features like the remote? anti-theft alarm with engine immobiliser, post collision safety system,? rear door child locks and tire pressure monitors are part of the facilities offered in the Q5.

The Q5 comes with an in-dash CD player and 10 speakers. It also has a memory card slot? and 3 months of satellite radio service as part of the initial package. With all these exciting features,? the Q5 has a base model price tag of $37,200.

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