Audi Q5

Finally, the second-generation 2019 Audi Q5 has come into the Malaysian premium SUV market with only one variant, the Q5 sport 2.0 TFSI quattro. Priced at RM 339,900.00, the competitors of the Q5 include BMW X3, Volvo XC60 and Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class.

2019 Audi Q5 Gallery

Dimensions

Design

The grille with chrome makes the front more beautiful and the headlights are recognizable as well. But the bumper looks normal. What’s more, the shape of the profile is very great, so are the proportion and the line.

Lighting

※LED headlamps with dynamic light and headlight washers

※LED rear combination lamps with dynamic turn signal

Wheels

※Cast alloy wheels, 5-spoke dynamic style, partly polished, size 8J x 19 with 235/55 R19 tyres

The large, slim 8.3-inch colour display in the MMI navigation plus offers impressive clarity and a straightforward operating concept so that you are well informed in no time at all. Whether navigation, radio, or phone – fewer buttons lead you to more functions.

Instrument Cluster

The standard Audi virtual cockpit makes progress visible. The fully digital instrument cluster with high-resolution 12.3-inch screen displays a wide range of driver-related information.

Space and Practicality

The fresh Q5 has a new platform and 20mm longer axles, which means the room in the cabin now is more spacious than before, especially the second row.

Boot

The basic cargo space is 550l, which is 10l bigger than before. And with the seats folded, you can get 1550l.

Safety

※6 airbag system, ISOFIX child seat anchors and top tether for outer rear seats

※Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Electronic vehicle immobilization device

※Tyre pressure monitoring system, Power-operated child safety lock

Comfort

※Electrically adjustable front seats including memory feature for the driver seat

※4-way lumbar support for front seats, 3-zone climate control system

※Comfort key including sensor controlled luggage compartment release

Infotainment

※Audi connect (Point of Interest search and WLAN Hotspot)

※Audi smartphone interface, Audi virtual cockpit

※MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch response, Bluetooth interface

Engine

Audi has offered the Q5 with a 4-cylinder inline petrol engine with direct injection, turbocharging and Audi valvelift system. It can produce a top power of 252hp @ 5000-6000rpm and a maximum torque of 370Nm @ 1600-4500rpm.

Transmission

The Q5’s engine is matched with a 7-speed S tronic gearbox.

Drive System

The 2019 Audi Q5 is an all-wheel-drive SUV.

Acceleration

It takes only 6.3s for the Q5 to speed up from 0 to 100km/h.

Engine Performance

With such a nice engine and 90kg lighter, the Q5 allows you to start and go fast in a short time, you can feel the power delivered under the bonnet.

Transmission Performance

The gearshift of Q5 feels like it’s made for smoothness, however, sometimes there are some lags.

Steering and Handling

Because it’s lighter and has a powerful engine, the control on the road is pretty great and the twist is also nimble.

Sound Proofing

Audi has kept improving its noise isolation performance all the time and this time, Q5 is better than the predecessor.

Passenger Comfort

The cabin is roomier and more comfortable but the thigh support doesn’t seem following the improvement.

Fuel Consumption

Audi announced that the mileage of the Q5 is about 7.4l/100km.

The new Audi Q5 now is better than the old generation in many ways, Audi has done a lot of enhancement for the Q5, including the exterior, interior, size, functions and so on. In addition, it also provides you with a better driving experience.