Audi’s Q5 Sportback is back for a second generation, building upon the visual flair and dynamic character of its popular forebear.
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Featuring more dynamic styling, the new Q5 Sportback is based on Audi’s Premium Platform Combustion (PPC) architecture, which also underpins the box-fresh A5 (December 2024) and, of course, third-generation Q5 SUV. At market launch, the Sportback will be available with the choice of three engine options, each incorporating 48 V mild-hybrid technology, which, for brief periods, provides an additional 25 kW and 230 N.m.
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The model range opens with the 150 kW and 340 N.m 2.0 TFSI, available in both front-wheel drive and quattro all-wheel drive, while the sole diesel option is the quattro-equipped 2.0 TDI, which churns out 150 kW and 400 N.m. Spearheading the line-up, the SQ5 retains its forebear’s 3.0-litre turbopetrol V6, uprated by 10 kW and 50 N.m for peak outputs of 270 kW and 550 N.m. All models are equipped with an S tronic seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox.
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Stepping inside, an expansive dual-screen arrangement, comprising a 11.9-inch digital instrument cluster and a 14.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system, takes centre stage. A 10.9-inch front passenger display is available as an option. Audi claims a luggage capacity of “up to” 515 litres for the non-S-badged derivatives and 470 litres for the SQ5 model.
Find the full feature in the February issue of CAR Magazine.
