Showing off Audi's popular quattro all-wheel drive system in a well-priced premium crossover vehicle, the Audi Q5 is rich for the brand's styling identity as well as luxury appointments. For 2011, the Audi Q5 adds a new turbocharged, 2-liter base engine. Good for an accessible 211 horsepower, the smaller turbocharged powerplant is mated with a 6-speed manual transmission and boasts fuel economy of 20 city or 27 highway per gallon of fuel. For greater performance, the 3.2 liter V-6 returns with 270 horsepower connected to a 8-speed automatic transmission. Offering in Premium and Premium Plus trims, the 2011 Audi Q5 with the turbocharged 2-liter engine, a Premium Plus and Prestige trim level is available with the 3.2 liter powerplant. Inside of an interior which features leather, brushed aluminum and a beautiful choice of genuine wood inlays, 12-way front seats and a 3-zone automatic climate control system introduces the luxury of the 2011 Audi Q5 immediately. Equipment that can be added to the 2011 Audi Q5 includes Audi's parking system plus, xenon headlamps with LED daytime running lights and the MMI navigation plus with 3-D capabilities.
2011 model year changes
For 2011, the Audi Q5 gets two new models featuring a standard 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine; this new engine has a higher peak torque rating than the existing V6, while simultaneously being much more fuel-efficient. This engine comes connected to a new 8-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission.
Competitive comparison
Strong performance; improved fuel economy; excellent ride quality; strong safety feature content; class-leading towing capability; available Audi Drive Select customization
Special features for 2011
With the addition of the new 2.0 TFSI engine and 8-speed automatic, the 2011 Audi Q5 performs similarly to its V6-equipped counterpart while being much more fuel-efficient--now with an EPA highway rating of 27 mpg. The Q5 has the longest wheelbase in its class and that gives it an especially smooth, settled ride. With the V6, the Q5 has the highest towing capacity in its class. The Q5's rear-biased quattro all-wheel drive system brings more driving enjoyment than is typical for enthusiasts and those who might rather be driving a sport sedan, while the interior has just as much versatility and flexibility as other utility vehicles in this class.
