A sport sedan with a backpack

An elevation of design

When an Audi Q5 drives by, its sporty and sophisticated profile can't be missed. From its dramatic wheels and classy aluminum roof railsAluminum roof railsThe multifunctional, low-profile aluminum roof rails complement the vehicle's progressive design while adding an extra element of versatility.Aluminum roof rails to the graceful slope of its roof, this is one SUV that stands apart from the crowd. For 2013, the Q5 has been further beautified with a restyled grille, sleeker designs for the bumpersBumpersThe energy-absorbing bumper system can withstand minor parking impacts at speeds not exceeding 5 mph without any significant damage.Bumpers and lights, and the integration of signature Audi LED technology in the taillights and available daytime running lights.

Following through on a first impression

The Audi Q5 presents its occupants with seats placed at the perfect height for easy entryEasy EntryAs the name implies, easy entry is designed to make access to the rear of the car easier by folding the front seat back forward as far as possible while sliding the seat cushion forward.Easy Entry and exit, with virtually no bending or stretching involved. After settling in, occupants find themselves in a cabin filled with luxurious leather and an eye-catching mix of aluminum accents and all-natural walnut trim. The dashboard has been laid out to serve the driver and features an available integrated MMI® screen positioned close to the driver's line of sight. The comfortably firm seats provide plenty of room for five, with rear passengers enjoying the superb comfort awarded by reclining seats, independent climate controls, and privacy glass.

A greater selection of richer choices

Unlike many in its segment, the Audi Q5 offers a choice between two engines, each blessed with the dual benefits of forced induction and FSI® direct fuel injection.* The turbocharged 211 horsepowerHorsepowerAlong with torque, horsepower is one of the key measures of engine performance.Horsepower 2.0-liter TFSI® engine can achieve 28 mpg on a highway cruise, while the supercharged V6 in the 3.0T model pumps out a robust 272 horsepower and 295 pounds-feet of torqueTorqueTorque is what causes rotational speed to change. Just as greater net forces cause greater linear accelerations, greater torques cause greater rotational or angular accelerations.Torque .** With either engine, Audi quattro®quattro®Audi quattro® permanent all-wheel drive, has had over a 30-year-long tradition.quattro® seamlessly spreads the power among all four wheels, all the time, enhancing traction under all conditions. Working in concert with the sophisticated multilink suspension and a new electromechanical power steeringPower SteeringThe weight of the engine block on the front end requires assistance for the steering system – power steering.Power Steering system, the Audi Q5 possesses an athletic on-road feel that's all too rare in the sport-utility world.

Ready for any circumstance

When it comes to passenger protection on the Q5, Audi left no stone unturned. Its occupants receive protection from six standard airbags, including front airbags, side airbags, and two head-level curtain airbags covering both rows (plus available body-level thorax side airbags for outboard rear passengers).* Electronic Stability Control helps secure the car's intended path at all times, and in the event of a collision, intelligent sensors automatically unlock the doors, switch on interior and hazard lights, and cut off fuel flow to the engine.**