Audi Q5 I (8R) 3.2 FSI V6 (270 Hp) quattro
Audi Q5:
The Audi Q5 is a series of compact luxury crossover SUVs produced by the German luxury car manufacturer Audi from 2008. The original first-generation model was the third member of the B8 family to be released after the Audi A5 and fourth-generation A4, all being based on the Audi MLB platform. The second generation Q5 debuted in 2018 and shares the Audi MLB Evo platform with the corresponding B9 versions of the A4 and A5.
A concept vehicle for the then upcoming Q5, this was a 2-door convertible with a 3. 0 TDI engine rated at 240 PS and 500 N⋅m torque, quattro permanent four wheel drive, 8-speed automatic transmission, Copper Sunset body, LED headlights, 21-inch wheels with 265/35R21 tyres, seats with White Stone leather upholstery, MMI, 505W Bang & Olufsen sound system and internet radio, CDC shock absorbers, electric ride height adjustment , 380/356 mm front/rear ceramic brake discs with 6-piston monobloc aluminium front, and floating rear callipers, Audi Drive Select. The vehicle was unveiled at the 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (8R) Overview:
Audi Q5 (I (8R)). With 330 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1805 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.9 s). The top speed reaches 234 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (211 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 7.2 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 8.5 L/100 km for its class.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 540 Liters.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
- • Meets EURO 4 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (FY, facelift 2020): June, 2020 - September, 2024).
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| Brand: | Audi |
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| Model: | Q5 |
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| Generation: | I (8R) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 3.2 FSI V6 (270 Hp) quattro |
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| Start of production: | May, 2008 |
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| End of production: | September, 2012 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | SUV |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 270 Hp @ 6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 84.5 Hp/l [53mm less] |
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| Torque: | 330 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | CALB More details about the engine CALB |
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| Engine displacement: | 3197 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 6.2 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 85.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 92.8 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 12.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.3 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.3 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.9 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.9 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 234 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.7 kg/Hp, 149.6 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.5 kg/Nm, 182.8 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.6 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1805 |
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| Max. weight: | 2415 |
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| Max load: | 610 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1560 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 540 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
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| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 2400 kg |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4629 mm mm [53mm less] |
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| Width: | 1880 mm mm [13mm less] |
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| Height: | 1653 mm mm [9mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2807 mm mm [12mm less] |
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| Width including mirrors: | 2088 mm |
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| Front track: | 1617 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1613 mm |
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| Front overhang: | 895 mm |
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| Rear overhang: | 927 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 200 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.6 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 7 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | S tronic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Tires size | 235/60 R18 |
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| Wheel rims size | 18 |
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| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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| Rear suspension | Independent on trapezoidal lever |
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