New Audi Q5 with Refreshed Headlamp Design Teased, Global Debut on September 2

At its annual sales conference in March 2024, Audi revealed plans to introduce at least 20 new models by 2025, over 10 of which will be pure electric. While the Audi Q6 e-tron and A6 e-tron electric vehicles debuted globally in March 2024 and late July 2024, respectively, the new A5 replaced Audi's compact A4 sedan in mid-July. The A5 is the first ICE model to adopt Audi's new naming strategy for next-generation vehicles, and according to that, Audi's even-numbered cars will be electric and its cars with odd numbers will still be available with conventional combustion engines.

Now, Audi is working toward unveiling its third-generation Q5 on September 2. The design details are scarce, but the first official teaser shows a new, wider grille as well as slimmer but elongated headlamps with LED daytime running lamps. While the bumper is not visible, we expect it to be sharper than before. Other expected bits include OLED tail lamps and new alloy wheels.  

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New Audi Q5: Interior

The spy pictures have revealed a 14.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system and an 11.9-inch digital instrument cluster, both of which can be found in the Q6 e-tron. A 10.9-inch passenger display as an optional extra is also on the cards, along with more tech and advanced safety features.  

New Audi Q5: Platform, Powertrain

The new Audi Q5 sits on the familiar Premium Platform Combustion (PPC) platform, which will spawn Audi’s next-generation internal combustion and hybrid vehicles. The technical details are under wraps, but the new Audi Q5 is anticipated to get multiple engine options: petrol-mild hybrid, diesel-mild hybrid, and plug-in hybrid. The third-generation Audi Q5 will likely be offered in two configurations: FWD (four-wheel drive) and Quattro AWD (all-wheel drive). 

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New Audi Q5: Will it Arrive in India?

Audi launched the existing Q5 in India in 2021. It is available in two variants – Premium Plus and Technology. The former is priced at Rs 65.51 lakh, while the latter sets you back by Rs 70.80 lakh. The prices are ex-showroom. We expect the new Audi Q5 to arrive after the introduction of the locally assembled Q6 e-tron in India. The latter is anticipated to cost between Rs 70 lakh and Rs 80 lakh (ex-showroom).