AUDI Malaysia has launched its latest range of Q-models, the Audi Q2, Q5, Q7 and Q8.
The Audi Q2 Sport 1.4 TFSI is powered by the 1.4-litre four-cylinder inline spark-ignition turbocharged engine, mated to the seven-speed S tronic automatic transmission.
Resulting to 150 hp at 5,000 to 6,000 rpm and 250 Nm of torque between 1,500 and 3,500 rpm.
Audi claims that the Q2 can dash to 100kph in 8.5 seconds and the top speed is rated at 212 kph. It has a combined fuel consumption rating of 5.3 litres per 100 km (l/100km).
The equipment list includes 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic air conditioning, multi-function leather steering wheel, front sport seats, LED headlights with LED daytime running lights (DRL), LED rear combination lights with dynamic turn signal, progressive steering, parking aid plus with rear view camera, MMI navigation plus, Audi virtual cockpit, Audi drive select, cruise control, comfort suspension and comfort key.
Moving up a step is the Audi Q5 Sport 2.0 TFSI Quattro. Running on the 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged engine with Audi valvelift system, paired to a seven-speed S tronic automatic transmission, the Q5 produces 252 hp at 5,000 to 6,000 rpm and 370 Nm of torque at 1,600 to 4,500 rpm.
Zero to hundred will take 6.3 seconds and the top speed is at 237kph. The combined fuel consumption rating is 7.4 l/100km.
The Q5 is equipped with 19-inch alloy wheels, three-zone climate control system, multi-function leather steering wheel, leather upholstery, powered front seats with memory function for the driver, ambient lighting, LED headlights with LED DRL, LED rear combination lights with dynamic turn signal, progressive steering, Audi connect, Audi smartphone interface, Audi virtual cockpit, Audi drive select, suspension and damper control, comfort key with sensor controlled luggage compartment release, heat-insulating glass for the side and rear windows, MMI navigation plus, manual sunshade for rear doors and cruise control.
As for the Audi Q7 3.0 TFSI quattro, it is powered by the 3.0-litre V6 supercharged engine hooked on the eight-speed tiptronic transmission.
It generates 333 hp at 5,500 to 6,500 rpm and 440 Nm of torque from 2,900 and 5,300 rpm.
The Q7 sprints to 100kph in 6.3 seconds with a top speed of 250kph. The combined fuel consumption rating is 7.9 l/100km.
The Q7 shares almost the same features like the Q5, but it has improved features, such as the four-zone automatic air conditioning system, MMI Navigation plus with MMI touch, B&O premium sound system with 3D sound, adaptive air suspension, electro-mechanical power steering, electric steering wheel adjustment and running on the 20-inch alloy wheels.
The Q8 3.0 TFSI Quattro’s power plant is the 3.0-litre V6 turbocharged engine, paired with the eight-speed tiptronic transmission.
It churns out 340 hp at 5,200 to 6,400 rpm and 500 Nm of torque between 1,370 and 4,500 rpm.
The Q8 features the new mild hybrid technology (MHEV). The 48-volt main electrical system incorporates two important technology modules: a lithium ion battery and a belt alternator starter.
During braking, it can recover up to 12kW of power and feed it back into the battery.
It allows long coasting phases with the engine deactivated and a start-stop range that begins at 22kph. It reduces consumption by up to 0.7 liters per 100km.
Audi claims that the Q8 completes the century sprint in 5.9 seconds and the top speed is electronically limited to 250 kph. The combined fuel consumption is 8.9 l/100km.
Features include 20-inch alloy wheels, ventilated front seats, leather upholstery, ambient lighting, soft door closing, electric sunshades for the rear side windows, progressive all-wheel steering, adaptive air suspension, electric compartment luggage cover, HD Matrix LED headlamps with dynamic light design and dynamic turn signal, LED rear combination lamps with dynamic turn signal, panoramic glass sunroof, head-up display, Audi virtual cockpit, MMI navigation plus with MMI touch response, B&O premium sound system with 3D sound, and the 10.1-inch and 8.6-inch displays at the centre console.
Safety aspects for all models feature six airbags, electronic stability control, anti-lock braking system, tyre pressure monitoring system, hold assist, electronic vehicle immobilisation device, auto dimming framless rearview mirror, and ISOFIX child seat anchor points.
However, the Q5,Q7 and Q8 comes with the additional Quattro technology, and at the same time the Q7 has the additional side airbags for its rear occupants, while the Q8 is equipped with the side airbags in front and curtain airbag system, as well as the Audi pre sense front.
The Q2 is priced at RM 219,900, while the Q5 is retailed at RM 339,900. The Q7 costs RM 600,100 and the Q8 carries a price tag of RM728,100.
All prices are for private registration vehicles and they exclude insurance. All the Q-models have a five-year unlimited mileage warranty.