Q5 [Official] Audi SQ5 TFSI

[Tumbo]

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Available in select markets​

Audi has announced plans of bringing a new version of the SQ5 powered by a TFSI engine to the Detroit Motor Show.​

It turns out previous reports were true and the Audi SQ5 will be available in select markets with a V6 3.0-liter TFSI gasoline (petrol) engine. The supercharged power unit develops 354 HP (260 kW) between 6,000 rpm and 6,500 rpm and has a peak torque of 346 lb-ft (470 Nm) available between 4,000 rpm and 4,500 rpm. It needs 5.3 seconds to complete the 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) run and has an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).​

Power is sent to the quattro permanent all-wheel drive system via an 8-speed tiptronic transmission. Fuel consumption is rated at 8.5 liters / 100 km in the NEDC or 21 mpg US with CO2 emissions of 199 g/km. It rides on a 30mm (1.2 inches) lowered chassis with more tautly tuned springs and shock absorbers and as standard comes with 20-inch alloys (21-inch available) wrapped around in 255/45 tires.​

Both the interior and exterior mirror the SQ5 TDI, with a platinum gray radiator grille, roof spoiler, bespoke bumpers, along with aluminum pedals and shift paddles, with the interior also receiving power-adjustable sport seats covered by Pearl Nappa leather and Alcantara.​

The 2013 Audi SQ5 TFSI is scheduled to hit U.S. dealerships in the first quarter of this year and will be sold in other markets such as Canada, South Africa, China, Russia, South Korea, Singapore, Brazil, Mexico, Chile, Argentina, Ukraine and Chile.​

Pricing will be announced soon.​

Full details are available in the attached press release.​

Source: Audi​

 

[Tumbo]

FINALLY!

Crazy that it has an official 0-100km/h number that is slower then the TDI version.
I reckon it's gonna hit 4.8-4.9 numbers easy.

 

[Tumbo]

FOURTITUDE:

Audi SQ5 Now with Gasoline Engine and 354 HP and Due in USA by 3rd Quarter 2013

posted by Audi AG on 7 January 2013 in Audi News

• SQ5 with 3.0 TFSI engine at the Detroit Auto Show
• From zero to 100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 5.3 seconds
• 250 km/h (155 mph) top speed

The new Audi SQ5 shown at the Detroit Auto Show is the first ever to be powered by a gasoline engine – in this case one producing 260 kW (354 hp) and 470 Nm (346.65 lb-ft) of torque. The new top-of-the-line model, which was designed specifically for markets such as the United States, Canada and China, uses a 3.0 TFSI engine with forced induction. It sprints from zero to 100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 5.3 seconds on its way to a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).


The new SQ5 is powered by a free-revving, supercharged, three-liter V6 engine with a displacement of 2,995 cc. Its compressor sits in the 90-degree V of the cylinder banks and is belt-driven by the crankshaft. Two rotors inside the supercharger spin at over 20,000 rpm. The air gap between them is just a few thousandths of a millimeter. The supercharger compresses the intake air to as much as 0.8 bar; two intercoolers then cool it for greater power.
The compressor is located downstream of the throttle valve. Its drive requires little engine power, as the density of the intake air is very low at loads below the supercharging level and when coasting. Torque develops early and quickly due to the short gas paths downstream of the supercharger. Various measures dampen compressor noise. A balance shaft in the engine’s alloy crankcase provides for greater smoothness. Adjustable intake camshafts and flaps in the intake ports provide for good charging efficiency in the combustion chambers.

The 3.0 TFSI engine produces 260 kW (354 hp) between 6,000 and 6,500 rpm, and delivers 470 Nm (346.65 lb-ft) of torque to the crankshaft between 4,000 and 4,500 rpm. The sprint from zero to 100 km/h (0-62 mph) takes just 5.3 seconds – best in its class. Top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155 mph). The Audi SQ5 consumes on average 8.5 liters of fuel per 100 km in the NEDC (21 US mpg). This equates to CO2 emissions of 199 grams per kilometer (320.26 g/m) in the NEDC.
An eight-speed tiptronic and quattro permanent all-wheel drive with torque vectoring transfer the power of the SQ5 firmly to the road. The fast-shifting automatic transmission offers two modes, and the driver can also switch gears manually via the standard shift paddles on the steering wheel.
The chassis of the Audi SQ5 lowers the body 30 millimeters (1.18 in). The springs and shock absorbers are more tautly tuned for a sporty and balanced setup. The 20-inch wheels are fitted with 255/45-series tires; 21-inch wheels are available. The brake calipers on the front axle sport the SQ5 badge. The electromechanical steering not only plays a major role in the efficiency of the SQ5, it also provides very precise road feel. Audi also offers the optional dynamic steering with a steplessly variable ratio. Control of it is integrated in the optional Audi drive select system, which allows the driver to switch among several modes in various systems.

The platinum gray radiator grille with its horizontal double bars in aluminum look, the distinctive bumpers and the roof spoiler are particularly eye-catching. V6 T badges adorn the front fenders. The gloss package and exterior mirrors in aluminum look accentuate the windows. In addition, there are two exclusive crystal-effect finishes: Estoril Blue and Panther Black.
Sportiness carries over to the interior. The instruments feature gray dials and white numerals; the pedals and shift paddles have a shiny aluminum-look finish.
The interior is bathed in black, with the headlining optionally available in Moon Silver. The standard power-adjustable sport seats are covered with a combination of Pearl Nappa leather and Alcantara, with four different colors of leather optional. The standard inlays are brushed aluminum. Options include Carbon Atlas, Piano finish or layered aluminum and wood in Beaufort black.

The SQ5 is scheduled to arrive at U.S. dealerships in the third quarter of 2013. The list of standard equipment is extensive. In addition to the aforementioned features, there are also xenon plus headlights with LED daytime driving lights, a stainless-steel loading-sill protector and a driver information system with color display. The luggage compartment offers up to 1,560 liters (59.33 cu ft) of capacity.
Audi can supply this dynamic SUV with an array of optional assistance and infotainment systems. MMI navigation plus and the Bluetooth online car phone provide the Internet services from Audi connect to the vehicle.
The Audi SQ5 has been designed specifically for the following markets: United States, Canada, Russia, China, Japan, Singapore, South Korea, South Africa, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Chile and the Ukraine. In Germany and many other European markets, the SQ5 TDI takes its place as the sporty top model in its series.

 

[Sunny]

Damn it, just bring the S4 wagon here already instead of crap like this and the all road.

 

[Tumbo]

Damn it, just bring the S4 wagon here already instead of crap like this and the all road.

Crap like this? Wow dude...nice temper.

 

[Deckhook]

Damn it, just bring the S4 wagon here already instead of crap like this and the all road.

As far as I'm aware the S4/5 will also be receiving this engine upgrade.

P.S.
If you are wanting an S4 Avant I've one right here that will be looking a new home shortly.

 

[Tumbo]

What really shocks me, is that the 272hp 3.0 TFSI in the "normal" Q5, does 0-100 sprint in 5,8 seconds. While this SQ5, with 82hp more, does only 0.5s faster? That just shows that Audi, yet again, is very careful with their company times. I bet it will easy do under 5s.

I can see myself driving this in about 2 years. With some ECU chip and small stuff, it will easily do 400hp.

And oh, that design for me is just so spot-on and perfection:

 

[Deckhook]

^Yes it's quite odd that 40hp and slightly less weight generates less forward motion compared to the diesel SQ5. I also reckon Audi are playing things very conversatively with their performance figures and it will drop below the 5 second mark in tests.

 

[AudiQuattro]

Why provide conservative a acceleration numbers?

 

[Tumbo]

You know when you have the feeling "That car is just perfect for me!".
I have it with this one!

 

[Tumbo]

More live pics. I love this car.

 

[hoffmeister_fan]

Tumbo, I just read the list of available markets and UAE was not included. Is there a way to get to you without paying an arm and a leg?

 

[Tumbo]

Tumbo, I just read the list of available markets and UAE was not included. Is there a way to get to you without paying an arm and a leg?

Yeah.. I know it sucks. But I plan to keep my 3.2 Q for about 1.5 years and I hope that it will be available here by then. It should. I mean, the RS4 Avant is just coming over here for example.

 

[Tumbo]

I'm droolin'...

 

[Giannis]

I quite like the fact that Audi chooses their eye-candy wisely

 

[Deckhook]

It doesn't matter how often I see that blue because it repeatedly amazes me just how beautiful it is.

 

[rollo]

^

And I was just thinking that the car needs a different color because that blue looks a tad feminine.

 

[Tumbo]

It doesn't matter how often I see that blue because it repeatedly amazes me just how beautiful it is.

Completely agree. It's breathtakingly beautiful. My favorite color.

 

[Deckhook]

^

And I was just thinking that the car needs a different color because that blue looks a tad feminine.

I never knew any colour other than pink was feminine, thanks for the warning.

 

[Sunny]

I quite like the fact that Audi chooses their eye-candy wisely

Lol, yes, but unfortunately this dude is using the duster on the wrong thing.