The Audi Q5 SUV has been one of the most popular SUVs in the midsize-segment in Germany and Europe for more than 15 years. Audi is now presenting the latest generation of the bestseller. The new Q5 is the first SUV based on the Premium Platform Combustion (PPC) and is powered by gasoline and diesel engines that have become even more economical using MHEV plus technology.
The sporty Audi SQ5 complements the new model series at its premiere. In future, models with plug-in hybrid technology will expand the model family.
Audi Q5 / Audi SQ5 TFSI
The Q5 SUV is based—like the new Audi A5 models—on the Premium Platform Combustion (PPC). The platform allows Audi to launch high-volume models with high technical standards in different segments.
Audi has been manufacturing the Q5 models in Mexico for eight years now, and also produces the new Q5 in San José Chiapa. The proximity to the North American market is an important factor here. With this model, Audi begins the renewal of its SUV portfolio with combustion engines and partially electrified variants.
MHEV plus engines. The PPCis a platform architecture for conventionally powered vehicles with longitudinally installed combustion engines. All models in the Q5 series at market launch are equipped with the highly efficient MHEV plus technology.
The new MHEV plus system with 48-volt electrical system supports the combustion engine, reduces CO2 emissions and at the same time increases performance and driving comfort. Purely electric maneuvering and parking are also possible to a limited extent.
The powertrain generator (PTG) generates an additional drive torque of up to N·m and up to 18 kW (24 hp) of power. The 48-volt system also enables the use of an electrically driven air conditioning compressor. This offers the advantage that even when the engine is switched off—for example when coasting or at a red light—the air conditioning system continues to operate at full power and keeps the interior at a comfortable temperature.
The lithium-ion battery of the vehicles with MHEV plus is based on lithium iron phosphate chemistry (LFP) and has a storage capacity of 1.7 kilowatt hours. The main tasks of the belt starter generator are to start the engine and supply electrical energy to the battery.
The new powertrain generator (PTG) enables electric driving, relieves the combustion engine, and helps reduce fuel consumption. When decelerating, the powertrain generator (TSG) feeds up to 25 kW of energy back into the battery (recuperation).
The PPC enables gradual electrification in the form of mild hybrids. Later in the lifecycle of the new Audi Q5, plug-in hybrids with a large battery and external charging option will also follow.
Three engine versions at market launch. In Europe, the Audi Q5 SUV models will be launched with three engine versions, with further drive variants to follow. At market launch, all variants will be equipped with MHEV plus technology, which can provide up to 18 kW (24 PS) of additional power for short periods. All models use the 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission.
The entry-level engine is the 2.0 TFSI. It delivers 150 kW (204 PS), 340 N·m of maximum torque and is equipped with front-wheel drive. As an option quattro all-wheel drive is also available.
The Audi Q5 is available with the 2.0 TDI in the EA288 evo generation. It delivers 150 kW (204 PS) and 400 N·m of torque and is only available with quattro all-wheel drive.
2.0 TFSI (150 kW) quattro ultra powertrain with 48 volt MHEV plus technology
Audi is offering the Audi SQ5 as the top model in the series at market launch. The V6 TFSI with a displacement of three liters produces 270 kW and has a maximum torque of 550 N·m.
Production in Mexico. The new Audi Q5 family will be produced at the Audi site in San José Chiapa, Mexico. As the electrification of the PPC portfolio progresses, the partially electrified plug-in hybrid variants will also be produced there later.
As part of the 360factory production strategy, Audi is placing a strong focus on sustainability, among other things. The plant in San José Chiapa is characterized by resource-conserving production and is a role model for sustainable water use. Audi México is also on the home stretch to CO2-neutral production.
The site is the first automotive plant in the world to be certified according to the standards of the Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) for its efficient water management. This certification is the result of many measures for the sustainable use of water, including a reverse osmosis system and the collection of rainwater in a dedicated lagoon. In total, the plant saves 150,000 cubic meters of water per year, the equivalent of 60 Olympic swimming pools.
Due to efficient waste management, the recycling rate for waste generated at the plant is more than 90%. In addition to recycling materials such as metal offcuts from the press shop, the site also focuses on consistently avoiding plastic waste when packaging components. The experts on site have developed alternatives to the usual plastic packaging in order to minimize the use of disposable materials.
Market launch and prices. The new Audi Q5 SUV and Audi SQ5 SUV will be launched in Germany and numerous other European countries in the first quarter 2025. The Audi Q5 family will be available to order in Germany from September 2024. Prices for the new models start at €52,300 for the Audi Q5 SUV TFSI 150 kW.
The Audi Q5 SUV TFSI quattro 150 kW costs from €54,650; the diesel-powered Audi Q5 TDI quattro 150 kW4 starts at €57,100. The Audi SQ5 SUV starts at €82,900.
Source from Green Car Congress
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