Audi Q5 Facelift Arriving In India This Festive Season

To arrive in its second-gen avatar, the all-new Audi Q5 facelift is finally coming to India by November 2021. The German brand introduced this similar version for the global market back in June 2020. Well, that’s a really long time and it is all because of the ongoing pandemic. So, what all changes can we expect from the updated Q5? Frankly speaking, there are many. From cosmetic ones to even new features, it is expected to cost a premium of somewhere around Rs.55 Lakh onwards (ex-showroom, India). Want to learn more about the upcoming Audi Q5? Check out all the details related to it down below.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Audi Q5 facelift is set to arrive in India by November 2021.
• To be available with a 245HP, 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine.
• Multiple cosmetic and feature updates are to be witnessed.

Audi Q5 Facelift

Exterior & Design

The updated Q5 will be sportier than ever and the major reason behind this massive transformation is a new front grille, revised headlamps, stylish alloy wheels and reprofiled bumpers at both front and rear. There’s even a new set of OLED tail lamps at the back that looks absolutely striking especially at night.

Interior

Looks like the interior of the 2021 Q5 will remain more or less similar to the older one. The dashboard will still feature a large 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity. A new multi-functional steering wheel with the brand’s Virtual Cockpit now works seamlessly according to the carmaker. Other features including three-zone climate control, wireless charger, ambient lighting and electrically adjustable front seats will further enhance the overall practicality inside the cabin.

Engine

Just like the new A6, this one will be coming up with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine. The overall output from this unit is currently rated at 245BHP ad 370Nm of peak torque while being paired to a 7-speed DCT gearbox. The upcoming Q5 is likely to make its Indian debut with Audi’s Quattro all-wheel-drive system as standard.

Alternatives

In India, the upcoming Audi Q5 will be competing against the likes of Mercedes-Benz GLC, Volvo XC60, Lexus NX and BMW X3. Want to learn more about the new X3? Here are some details related to it down below.

BMW X3

Unlike the Q5, which will be only available with a petrol engine, BMW X3 comes with two engine options. The first one is of course a powerful 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine that churns out a massive 250BHP and 350Nm of peak torque. There’s even a fuel-efficient 2.0-litre four-cylinder diesel motor that produces a decent 250BHP and 400Nm of peak torque. In terms of features, BMW X3 comes loaded with a multi-functional steering wheel, adaptive LED headlamps, three-zone climate control, Harman Kardon surround sound system and a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster to name a few. For more details related to BMW X3 click here.

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