Q5 [Official] Audi SQ5 TDI

Deckhook · Nov 23, 2012

Got a text from dealers which makes me think that the order books for the SQ5 TDi are now open in the UK.

Deckhook · Nov 26, 2012

Audi UK configurator for the SQ5 is now up and running.

Just for fun I configed both an SQ5 and X3 35d M/Sport to how I would want them and the Audi works out over £600 cheaper, plus with that you get unique 20" rims, unique paint, SQ5 badging to separate it from the rest of the range, quad pipes with improved note.

And the fact it looks way better for me it's a no brainer.

martinbo · Nov 26, 2012

And a nice brittle ride, like so many sporting Audis on those 20 inchers on Northern Ireland B-roads.

Deckhook · Nov 26, 2012

martinbo said:
And a nice brittle ride, like so many sporting Audis on those 20 inchers on Northern Ireland B-roads.

Very true. LOL

I really need to try one out before I build it but as I'm going tomorrow to finalise this I'm going on a gut feeling that it will be OK. I've driven an S-Line Q5 with 20s on my roads which wasn't too bad so here's hoping the SQ5 isn't any worse.

What I have been told is it corners very level for an SUV and can cover ground at a remarkable turn of speed for a vehicle of its type. Should be a hoot annoying the sh1t out of all the boy racers.

Tumbo · Nov 26, 2012

Deck, don't worry about 20" on the Q5. I can assure you that with all these speed bumps, offloads etc in Doha, 20" with 255/45 will do just fine, as on my Q5.

I myself am waiting for the 354 TFSI SQ5, which for sure will be my next car.

Giannis · Nov 26, 2012

With 255/45 I wouldn't worry that much either. It's got as much tyre sidewall height as my 205/55R16!

Deckhook · Nov 26, 2012

The reason why I stick more so with SUVs is the height, lifting my son into them is easier on my back than it is with a car, do it on a regular basis and you'll know what I mean. As for the car itself, I could have so easily have went for the X3 which is also a great SUV but my only concern with it is the lack of separation, with its most potent model you are paying top dollar and there's nothing unique about it either inside or out which is a shame, with the SQ5 there's enough things to set it apart and make you feel you've buying something a bit more special if you understand what I mean, sure the exhaust sound system is a gimmick but it's another thing that sets it apart and something you can have a little fun with, especially at the school run.

@Tumbo, the petrol version will be a beast, knowing how under-rated that 3.0TFSI engine is in the S4 I would imagine that 354hp will probably be closer to 400hp. When you get yours you will need to rename it USS Enterprise and call yourself Cpt. Kirk.... wrap speed. LOL

Tumbo · Nov 27, 2012

Deckhook said:
@Tumbo, the petrol version will be a beast, knowing how under-rated that 3.0TFSI engine is in the S4 I would imagine that 354hp will probably be closer to 400hp. When you get yours you will need to rename it USS Enterprise and call yourself Cpt. Kirk.... wrap speed. LOL

Yeah, I just hope it wont be mega-expencive. And yeah, that engine is really something. It will for sure be easy to tune as well. I really like the SQ5 TDI, but for a place like Doha, I dont think it will ever come here. So I'm expecting the car...end of next year? I just like the Q5 design so much, and my dreamcar would be as RS Q5 for sure. For me, the size, the design, the handling, the interior quality of this car, is just perfection.

Deckhook · Dec 13, 2012

I doubt its an RS Q5, more likely an RS Q3 though I don't quite see the point in offering an RS model of it when there's no S version yet.

JHF · Dec 18, 2012

Audi SQ5 TFSI 2013 spypic.

http://www.autozeitung.de/auto-neuheiten/audi-sq5-tfsi-2013-erlkoenig-benziner-q5-s-detroit

Tumbo · Jan 7, 2013

JHF · Jan 8, 2013

The SQ5 TFSI Specs. Will released in Detroit Autoshow.

-354 hp and 470 NM.
-0-100 km/h 5.3 s.
-Topspeed 250 km/h.

http://www.audiblog.nl/audi-sq5-now-with-gasoline-engine-and-354-dynamic-hp/

http://fourtitude.com/news/Audi_News_1/audi-sq5-now-with-gasoline-engine-and-354-hp-and-due-in-usa-by-3rd-quarter-2013/

JHF · Jan 8, 2013

More pictures for the Audi SQ5 TFSI.

Deckhook · Jan 8, 2013

Kind of surprising it's actually officially quoted as slower than the diesel version.

klier · Jan 8, 2013

^ Kind of surprising your SQ5 is cancelled....or then again, not really surprising really....

And no, no need to send a PM to 'explain'.

Tumbo · Mar 21, 2013

F*** I want this car so badly. The TFSI version is the dream. But I wouldnt say no to the TDI either. This car is my ultimate car! (until the RSQ5 comes... *dreaming mode on*)