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Miami Herald
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Audi Q6 And SQ6 Sportback e-trons On Sale This Month, But They'll Cost You
Is it even a modern SUV if it doesn't have a more stylish, coupe-like sibling? The new Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron officially goes on sale this month, having been revealed for the first time last year. Although it shares much with the normal Q6 e-tron, the Sportback version boasts more distinctive rear styling and a higher base price. It's also joined by the powerful SQ6 Sportback e-tron, and considering that the normal Q6 e-tron is one of Audi's best-selling electric models right now, the arrival of the Sportback version is big news. Like the standard Q6 e-tron, the Q6 Sportback e-tron is available in Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige trim levels, each adding more features than the previous model. Notably, the Sportback gets standard dual motors and quattro AWD, whereas the Q6 e-tron comes standard with RWD and a single motor. Pricing for the new Q6 Sportback e-tron is as follows: Premium: $69,600Premium Plus: $73,400Prestige: $75,400 By comparison, the base Q6 e-tron Premium starts at $63,800, a full $5,800 less than its Sportback sibling. Even after adding the dual motors and AWD to the non-Sportback model, it's still $3,800 cheaper than its Sportback sibling. The single-motor Q6 e-tron produces 322 horsepower and has a 0-60 time of 6.3 seconds, whereas the dual-motor powertrain (standard on the Sportback) makes 456 hp and drops the 0-60 time down to 4.9 seconds. That's quite a difference, so we'd be inclined to upgrade to the dual-motor variant on the Q6 e-tron. The total range on a full charge is barely affected by whether or not you go for RWD (up to 321 miles) or AWD (up to 319 miles). Related: 2024 Audi Q6 and SQ6 E-Tron First Drive Review: E-Tron legacy Even the base Q6 Sportback e-tron comes with features like 19-inch wheels, adaptive cruise control, a panoramic sunroof, and the sportier S line exterior. Upgrading to the Premium Plus adds an augmented reality head-up display, a top-view camera system, a Bang & Olufsen sound system, and a heated steering wheel. Finally, the range-topping Prestige gets an adaptive air suspension, acoustic front door glass, a 10.9-inch passenger-side display, and more advanced daytime running lights. The Sportback model is still decently practical, although it loses 1.4 inches of rear headroom due to that sloping roofline. Trunk space behind the second row is 26.1 cubic feet, down from 30.2 cubes in the non-Sportback Q6 e-tron. Power-hungry buyers will prefer the SQ6 Sportback e-tron, which combines the sportiest looks with a dual-motor powertrain that produces up to 509 hp. With standard AWD, it flies to 60 mph in only 4.1 seconds, but the range does drop to 283 miles. This variant is a pricey prospect, as shown below: Premium: $76,300Premium Plus: $79,700Prestige: $81,700 Standard 20-inch alloys, massaging front seats, and carbon micro-twill inlays in the cabin elevate this model above the normal Q6 Sportback e-tron, though. You may notice that these prices overlap with the Q8 e-tron, although 2024 was the latter's last model year, and the Q8 e-tron was starting to show its age. These new Q6 and SQ6 Sportback e-trons are now the electric Audi SUVs to have. They can now be configured on Audi's USA website, and sales begin this month. Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Yahoo
28-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
The 2025 Audi A5 Does the Job of Two Former Models
Read the full review | See interior photos The new 2025 Audi A5 is marketed as a sedan but hews closely to the last generation's Sportback bodystyle, with fresh liftback sheetmetal and a screen-heavy interior treatment. The A5's 268-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine has higher output than the outgoing car's optional powertrain. A seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and all-wheel drive come standard. The new sheetmetal has a clean, muscular look and hides the door openers in little cutouts. Available customizable DRLs and OLED taillights offer eight lighting signatures each so you can tune the look of your lights. Keep going to check out even more pictures of the 2025 Audi A5. You Might Also Like Car and Driver's 10 Best Cars through the Decades How to Buy or Lease a New Car Lightning Lap Legends: Chevrolet Camaro vs. Ford Mustang!
The Advertiser
20-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
2025 Audi A1, Q2 and Q3 get limited edition S line treatment
Audi Australia has launched limited edition versions of the A1 hatchback and Q2 andQ3crossover SUVs, which the automaker says offer as much as $7000 of value for a lower cost. Named as 'Edition' models – although Audi hasn't disclosed how many of each will be available for customers – the three limited-run models are in Australian showrooms now. While not touted as end of financial year (EOFY) specials, a release from the automaker said, "With EOFY fast approaching, the timing is perfect for customers to take advantage of the significant added value these upgrades represent for only modest increases in price over the models on which they are based." Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Audi A1 35 TFSI S line Edition is priced at $41,800 before on-road costs – a $2600 premium over the standard S line but, according to Audi, boasting $7000 worth of additional equipment. The additional gear includes a black-themed exterior with black 17-inch 'polygon' alloy wheels, black grille surround and front badging – while there's an S line exterior front and rear bumpers, side sills and a more aggressive roof-mounted rear spoiler. It features adaptive LED headlights and LED tail lights, while the rear hatch badges have been removed. All examples get a Mythos Black roof and mirror caps, but there are no changes inside, where 'Derby' fabric upholstery is standard. Leather upholstery is an additional $1500 option, while a $1000 Comfort package adds heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, and colour-adjustable ambient lighting. MORE: Everything Audi Q1 The Audi Q2 35 TFSI S line Edition is priced at $50,990 before on-road costs, which Audi says includes $7000 of value for an additional $1500. The Edition also sees an S line exterior offered on a Q2 SUV for the first time and brings 19-inch 'Y-spoke' alloy wheels with a gloss black finish, along with S line front and rear bumpers, side skirts and rear spoiler. Among the five colour choices, Daytona Grey has been made available – another first for the Q2 in Australia. The grille surround, Audi rings, mirror caps and window trim are finished in black, as is the Q2's C-pillar 'blade', while there's an S line badge now on the front guards. A $2150 Comfort package available on the S line edition brings heated front seats, heated and power-folding exterior mirrors, rear privacy glass, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, semi-autonomous parking assist, and a 180W Audi Sound System. MORE: Everything Audi Q2 The Q3 35 TFSI S line Edition is $58,500 before on-road costs, with a Q3 Sportback 35 TFSI S line Edition $62,000 before on-road costs. Both prices are $1000 more than the standard versions but add a claimed $5000 worth of value for the SUV and $3500 for the Sportback. The S line package is already standard on the Sportback, but the Edition sees it fitted to a Q3 SUV for the first time – adding unique bumpers, side sills and a rear spoiler. The SUV rides on 19-inch Y-spoke alloy wheels – the Sportback gets 20-inch 'V-Design' alloys – with both getting black treatment for the grille surrounds, front Audi badge, mirror caps and window surrounds. The rear badging has been deleted. Inside, there are S line door sills with aluminium inlays and illuminated S line logos. All prices exclude on-road costs. MORE: Everything Audi Q3 Content originally sourced from: Audi Australia has launched limited edition versions of the A1 hatchback and Q2 andQ3crossover SUVs, which the automaker says offer as much as $7000 of value for a lower cost. Named as 'Edition' models – although Audi hasn't disclosed how many of each will be available for customers – the three limited-run models are in Australian showrooms now. While not touted as end of financial year (EOFY) specials, a release from the automaker said, "With EOFY fast approaching, the timing is perfect for customers to take advantage of the significant added value these upgrades represent for only modest increases in price over the models on which they are based." Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Audi A1 35 TFSI S line Edition is priced at $41,800 before on-road costs – a $2600 premium over the standard S line but, according to Audi, boasting $7000 worth of additional equipment. The additional gear includes a black-themed exterior with black 17-inch 'polygon' alloy wheels, black grille surround and front badging – while there's an S line exterior front and rear bumpers, side sills and a more aggressive roof-mounted rear spoiler. It features adaptive LED headlights and LED tail lights, while the rear hatch badges have been removed. All examples get a Mythos Black roof and mirror caps, but there are no changes inside, where 'Derby' fabric upholstery is standard. Leather upholstery is an additional $1500 option, while a $1000 Comfort package adds heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, and colour-adjustable ambient lighting. MORE: Everything Audi Q1 The Audi Q2 35 TFSI S line Edition is priced at $50,990 before on-road costs, which Audi says includes $7000 of value for an additional $1500. The Edition also sees an S line exterior offered on a Q2 SUV for the first time and brings 19-inch 'Y-spoke' alloy wheels with a gloss black finish, along with S line front and rear bumpers, side skirts and rear spoiler. Among the five colour choices, Daytona Grey has been made available – another first for the Q2 in Australia. The grille surround, Audi rings, mirror caps and window trim are finished in black, as is the Q2's C-pillar 'blade', while there's an S line badge now on the front guards. A $2150 Comfort package available on the S line edition brings heated front seats, heated and power-folding exterior mirrors, rear privacy glass, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, semi-autonomous parking assist, and a 180W Audi Sound System. MORE: Everything Audi Q2 The Q3 35 TFSI S line Edition is $58,500 before on-road costs, with a Q3 Sportback 35 TFSI S line Edition $62,000 before on-road costs. Both prices are $1000 more than the standard versions but add a claimed $5000 worth of value for the SUV and $3500 for the Sportback. The S line package is already standard on the Sportback, but the Edition sees it fitted to a Q3 SUV for the first time – adding unique bumpers, side sills and a rear spoiler. The SUV rides on 19-inch Y-spoke alloy wheels – the Sportback gets 20-inch 'V-Design' alloys – with both getting black treatment for the grille surrounds, front Audi badge, mirror caps and window surrounds. The rear badging has been deleted. Inside, there are S line door sills with aluminium inlays and illuminated S line logos. All prices exclude on-road costs. MORE: Everything Audi Q3 Content originally sourced from: Audi Australia has launched limited edition versions of the A1 hatchback and Q2 andQ3crossover SUVs, which the automaker says offer as much as $7000 of value for a lower cost. Named as 'Edition' models – although Audi hasn't disclosed how many of each will be available for customers – the three limited-run models are in Australian showrooms now. While not touted as end of financial year (EOFY) specials, a release from the automaker said, "With EOFY fast approaching, the timing is perfect for customers to take advantage of the significant added value these upgrades represent for only modest increases in price over the models on which they are based." Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Audi A1 35 TFSI S line Edition is priced at $41,800 before on-road costs – a $2600 premium over the standard S line but, according to Audi, boasting $7000 worth of additional equipment. The additional gear includes a black-themed exterior with black 17-inch 'polygon' alloy wheels, black grille surround and front badging – while there's an S line exterior front and rear bumpers, side sills and a more aggressive roof-mounted rear spoiler. It features adaptive LED headlights and LED tail lights, while the rear hatch badges have been removed. All examples get a Mythos Black roof and mirror caps, but there are no changes inside, where 'Derby' fabric upholstery is standard. Leather upholstery is an additional $1500 option, while a $1000 Comfort package adds heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, and colour-adjustable ambient lighting. MORE: Everything Audi Q1 The Audi Q2 35 TFSI S line Edition is priced at $50,990 before on-road costs, which Audi says includes $7000 of value for an additional $1500. The Edition also sees an S line exterior offered on a Q2 SUV for the first time and brings 19-inch 'Y-spoke' alloy wheels with a gloss black finish, along with S line front and rear bumpers, side skirts and rear spoiler. Among the five colour choices, Daytona Grey has been made available – another first for the Q2 in Australia. The grille surround, Audi rings, mirror caps and window trim are finished in black, as is the Q2's C-pillar 'blade', while there's an S line badge now on the front guards. A $2150 Comfort package available on the S line edition brings heated front seats, heated and power-folding exterior mirrors, rear privacy glass, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, semi-autonomous parking assist, and a 180W Audi Sound System. MORE: Everything Audi Q2 The Q3 35 TFSI S line Edition is $58,500 before on-road costs, with a Q3 Sportback 35 TFSI S line Edition $62,000 before on-road costs. Both prices are $1000 more than the standard versions but add a claimed $5000 worth of value for the SUV and $3500 for the Sportback. The S line package is already standard on the Sportback, but the Edition sees it fitted to a Q3 SUV for the first time – adding unique bumpers, side sills and a rear spoiler. The SUV rides on 19-inch Y-spoke alloy wheels – the Sportback gets 20-inch 'V-Design' alloys – with both getting black treatment for the grille surrounds, front Audi badge, mirror caps and window surrounds. The rear badging has been deleted. Inside, there are S line door sills with aluminium inlays and illuminated S line logos. All prices exclude on-road costs. MORE: Everything Audi Q3 Content originally sourced from: Audi Australia has launched limited edition versions of the A1 hatchback and Q2 andQ3crossover SUVs, which the automaker says offer as much as $7000 of value for a lower cost. Named as 'Edition' models – although Audi hasn't disclosed how many of each will be available for customers – the three limited-run models are in Australian showrooms now. While not touted as end of financial year (EOFY) specials, a release from the automaker said, "With EOFY fast approaching, the timing is perfect for customers to take advantage of the significant added value these upgrades represent for only modest increases in price over the models on which they are based." Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. The Audi A1 35 TFSI S line Edition is priced at $41,800 before on-road costs – a $2600 premium over the standard S line but, according to Audi, boasting $7000 worth of additional equipment. The additional gear includes a black-themed exterior with black 17-inch 'polygon' alloy wheels, black grille surround and front badging – while there's an S line exterior front and rear bumpers, side sills and a more aggressive roof-mounted rear spoiler. It features adaptive LED headlights and LED tail lights, while the rear hatch badges have been removed. All examples get a Mythos Black roof and mirror caps, but there are no changes inside, where 'Derby' fabric upholstery is standard. Leather upholstery is an additional $1500 option, while a $1000 Comfort package adds heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, and colour-adjustable ambient lighting. MORE: Everything Audi Q1 The Audi Q2 35 TFSI S line Edition is priced at $50,990 before on-road costs, which Audi says includes $7000 of value for an additional $1500. The Edition also sees an S line exterior offered on a Q2 SUV for the first time and brings 19-inch 'Y-spoke' alloy wheels with a gloss black finish, along with S line front and rear bumpers, side skirts and rear spoiler. Among the five colour choices, Daytona Grey has been made available – another first for the Q2 in Australia. The grille surround, Audi rings, mirror caps and window trim are finished in black, as is the Q2's C-pillar 'blade', while there's an S line badge now on the front guards. A $2150 Comfort package available on the S line edition brings heated front seats, heated and power-folding exterior mirrors, rear privacy glass, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, semi-autonomous parking assist, and a 180W Audi Sound System. MORE: Everything Audi Q2 The Q3 35 TFSI S line Edition is $58,500 before on-road costs, with a Q3 Sportback 35 TFSI S line Edition $62,000 before on-road costs. Both prices are $1000 more than the standard versions but add a claimed $5000 worth of value for the SUV and $3500 for the Sportback. The S line package is already standard on the Sportback, but the Edition sees it fitted to a Q3 SUV for the first time – adding unique bumpers, side sills and a rear spoiler. The SUV rides on 19-inch Y-spoke alloy wheels – the Sportback gets 20-inch 'V-Design' alloys – with both getting black treatment for the grille surrounds, front Audi badge, mirror caps and window surrounds. The rear badging has been deleted. Inside, there are S line door sills with aluminium inlays and illuminated S line logos. All prices exclude on-road costs. MORE: Everything Audi Q3 Content originally sourced from:
Hindustan Times
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Audi Q5 and Q5 Sportback PHEV drivetrains launched. Will it come to India?
Audi has given the third-generation Q5 SUV and Sportback more power and efficiency by introducing new PHEV drivetrains. Notify me Audi has introduced new plug-in hybrid powertrain alternatives for the third generation of Q5 SUV and the Q5 Sportback, subsequent to their initial unveiling last year. Audi's mid-size SUV will be accessible in global markets with two plug-in hybrid powertrain options, incorporating a 25.9 kWh battery alongside an electric motor seamlessly integrated into the dual-clutch automatic transmission, providing an electric-only range of up to 100 km. These models are available in Europe and will begin arriving at dealerships in the third quarter of 2025. It is expected that these powertrains will make their way to the India-spec Q5; however, there is no official communication from the German manufacturer yet on an India launch. Audi Q5 PHEV: Performance and powertrain options Each plug-in hybrid model features a 2.0-litre TFSI petrol engine that delivers 248 bhp, combined with an electric motor. The more powerful 362 bhp variant accelerates from 0 to 100 kmph in 5.1 seconds, while the 295 bhp version completes the sprint in 6.2 seconds. All variants have a top speed of 250 kmph and come equipped with a dual-clutch transmission and Audi's quattro ultra all-wheel-drive system. Also Read : Next-gen Audi Q3 to debut globally on June 16. What to expect from the BMW X1 rival Audi Q5 PHEV: Battery and electric range A major improvement is the new high-voltage battery, now offering 25.9 kWh gross capacity (20.7 kWh net), which is around 45 per cent more than the outgoing model. This upgrade enables an all-electric driving range of up to 100 kilometres (WLTP), making it suitable for most urban commutes. Charging the battery from empty to full via an 11 kW AC charger takes approximately 2.5 hours. Audi Q5 PHEV: Intelligent hybrid system and regenerative braking The Q5 PHEVs offer two drive modes: EV for pure electric driving and Hybrid for blended operation. Drivers can also manually set a target battery charge level using a digital slider. Regenerative braking can be adjusted across three levels through the steering wheel paddles. The system can automatically recover energy, even without active navigation, by referencing stored route data. Also Read : Audi A4 Signature Edition launched in India at ₹ 57.11 lakh. Check details Audi Q5 PHEV: Interior and features The 220 kW variants are equipped with features such as S sport suspension, 3-zone automatic climate control, and Audi's MMI infotainment system with smartphone interface and app store access. Higher-spec 270 kW models come with LED lighting upgrades, S line interior with sports seats, red brake callipers, 19-inch alloy wheels, and a fully adjustable rear bench seat for added practicality. Audi Q5 PHEV: Pricing and Availability Both the Q5 SUV and Sportback e-hybrid quattro models will be produced at Audi's San Jose Chiapa plant in Mexico. Prices in Germany start at €63,400 for the Q5 SUV e-hybrid quattro with 295 bhp output. The Sportback version starts at €65,900. The 362 bhp Q5 SUV is priced from €71,800, while the Sportback variant begins at €74,300. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2024, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 13 Jun 2025, 09:25 AM IST
Top Gear
12-06-2025
- Automotive
- Top Gear
Audi's new Q5 e-hybrid will go 62 miles without its engine, yours from £56k
First Look Get ready to waft even further than before Skip 10 photos in the image carousel and continue reading The Audi's Q5 e-hybrid PHEV has arrived in both SUV and Sportback body styles, boasting a 295bhp powertrain and up to 62 miles of pure electric wafting. That new rear-mounted battery is 45 per cent larger (now 20.7kWh) than its predecessor, and signals a new 'cell-to-pack' approach for Audi. It means the cells are glued directly to the battery housing, as opposed to within the battery module; more power density crammed into a smaller space. Simple but smart. Advertisement - Page continues below It'll accept a maximum charge rate of 11kW at a three-phase AC charger, with a full juice taking around two-and-a-half hours. Not that many of us live in three-phase homes, mind. The engine is a 2.0-litre TFSI four-pot, itself delivering 248bhp and contributing to a total torque output of 332lb ft. 0-62mph is a not-at-all bad 6.2 seconds, with an 87mph top speed in EV-only mode and 155mph otherwise. You might like Aside from the sports suspension, seven-speed DCT gearbox and trusty Quattro all-wheel drive, the other main technical bits revolve around the regen braking. Audi says it has 'significantly' ramped up the Q5's performance, and will now harvest energy at up to 88kW. You can cycle through three levels of adjustment using paddles on the steering wheel. Speaking of which, the interior comes well furnished as standard. It'll have the same 14.5in central touchscreen and 11.9in Virtual Cockpit as the mild hybrids, with the option of an extra 10.9in display for the front passenger. There's a vented phone charger providing up to 15 watts of power, supplemented by a quartet of USB-C ports split between the front and back seats. Advertisement - Page continues below The Q5's rear bench also tilts and adjusts, so you can make small gains on the 438-litre boot space (433 litres in the Sportback) when necessary. Fold it down entirely, and this increases to 1,358 and 1,300 litres respectively. Prices start at £56,740 for the SUV, or you'll need to cough up an extra £2.5k for the Sportback. Deliveries are scheduled to start this September. Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. Look out for your regular round-up of news, reviews and offers in your inbox. Get all the latest news, reviews and exclusives, direct to your inbox.
