The Audi Q5 facelift has just been launched in our market, with prices starting at Rs 58.93 lakh (ex-showroom, India). The Q5 returns to Audi’s India line-up over a year after it was discontinued when the brand transitioned into the BS6 era. The German carmaker has already begun accepting bookings for the Q5 facelift online and via dealerships, with the booking amount set at Rs 2 lakh.
- Audi Q5 facelift is available in two trims – Premium Plus and Technology
- It uses a 249hp, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine
- Gets a larger 10.1-inch touchscreen and more tech
Variant Price | Premium Plus Rs 58.93 lakh | Technology Rs 63.77 lakh |
2021 Audi Q5 facelift: exterior design
In terms of styling, the new Q5 has received a few subtle updates over the previous model that give it a more modern look. Up front, the Q5 gets a larger and wider hexagonal grille with vertical chrome strips, redesigned headlights with a new LED light signature, a revised front bumper and side intakes. On the side, the most notable change is the larger 19-inch ‘S-design’ alloy wheels. At the back, there are restyled LED tail-lights that are now connected with a brushed aluminium strip, as well as a re-profiled rear bumper.
2021 Audi Q5 facelift: interior and features
The cabin has also been updated, though the changes are minimal and the focus has been on adding more tech – like connected car features. The central infotainment screen is now a larger 10.1-inch touchscreen unit (compared to the older 8.3-inch unit). The infotainment system runs on Audi’s new MIB 3 that is said to be 10 times faster than its predecessor.
In addition to this, Audi has also equipped the top-spec Q5 Technology trim with new piano black inserts, Virtual Cockpit Plus (digital instrument cluster), a B&O Premium 3D Sound System, automatic climate control, wireless charger and Audi’s Park assist. On the safety front, the refreshed Q5 gets eight airbags (including rear-side airbags) and ABS with EBD and traction control.
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2021 Audi Q5 facelift: engine and gearbox
Powering the Audi Q5 facelift is the same 2.0-litre, four-cylinder, turbo-petrol TFSI engine as the A6. However, in the SUV, the engine is tuned to produce 249hp (4hp more than the A6) and 370Nm. The engine is paired to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox, and Audi’s Quattro all-wheel drive system comes as standard fit.
2021 Audi Q5 facelift: competition check
The new Audi Q5 facelift continues to compete against other luxury SUVs like the Mercedes-Benz GLC, BMW X3, Land Rover Discovery Sport and Volvo XC60.
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