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Audi Q5's pictures
By Yoann Besnard on 22 March 2008 | 
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Here is at last a clear picture of the long-awaited Audi Q5 rumoured to be unveiled at the next Beijing Motor Show.
The Q5 will reinforce the company’s lineup by sitting below the Q7 and Allroad models. Geneva Motor SHow had been initially thought to be the show where Audi would unveil its latest model, but China appears to be the natural location after the carmaker unveiled the Cross Coupe Quattro at Shanghai last year.
The SUV will be based on the company’s Modular Longitudinal Platform (MLP) used by the A4 and the A5. MLP allows Audi to place the longitudinally-installed engine and transmission further back behind the axle and helps stretch the wheelbase without lengthening the car's exterior dimensions. The Q5 will be roomy enough for five people. Audi has no plan for a seven-seater version.
The SUV will share its engine range with the Audi A4 featuring four cylinder and V6 petrol engines, and TDI engines. The Q5 will likely be the first model to be equipped with the in-house seven speed dual clutch gearbox, called DSG Audi S-Tronic able to handle 405lb ft of torque.
The Q5 is expected to be used by Porsche for the rumoured Roxster.
Comments
Posted by: Emilio | Mar 23, 2008 10:04:42 PM
Very good. Comparing the photos with spyshots, I can't find any differences, everything matches. Respect to autobild.
Posted by: jamal shah | Dec 4, 2008 10:47:23 AM
audiQ5 is my share of HEART
