New 2018 Audi SQ5 Photos, Specs and Release date!

The sportiest version of the brand new Q5 model series celebrates its global premiere with the release of the Audi SQ5 TFSI at the Detroit Motor Show. The turbocharged 3.0 liter V6 engine generates 260 kW (354 hp) and offers 500 Nm (368.8 lb-ft)of torque at just 1,370 cycles per minute. The new SQ5 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62.1 mph) in 5.4 seconds.

The quattro all-wheel drive is able to support dynamic driving attitude mixed with the smooth-shifting eight-speed tiptronic gearbox. The vehicle’s agility is even more enhanced with the available sport differential that handles torque in between the back wheels and the optional dynamic steering with adjustable ratios. Both elements are incorporated into the Audi drive select dynamics system such as the engine, tiptronic and standard equipment damper control. This enables drivers to change the characteristics of their SUV in a variety of modes. Optional air suspension enables the driver to change the height of the suspension system to the preferred driving scenario.

Several design features and an extended line of equipment package to set the Audi SQ5 TFSI more unique than the base model. These consist of, among other options, sport seats Alcantara/leather, LED headlights and 20-inch cast aluminum wheels in a 5-double-spoke star style. The 2018 Audi SQ5 TFSI will come at German audi dealerships in mid-2017.