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Three words that express the very essence of Audi. Vorsprung durch Technik isn’t a slogan. It’s our way of seeing the world. It is the driving force behind our history of innovation that continues into the 21st century. Indeed, many technologies that Audi pioneered remain in our cars today. Some are milestones in the history of the motorcar. From our beginnings in 1899, to the Auto Union team’s Grand Prix successes in the 1930s and our more recent wins at Le Mans, we have always been at the forefront of the motor industry. Vorsprung durch Technik makes us who we are. To see more of its influence, just read on.
The 2011 Audi Q5 isn’t a typical SUV: it combines the poise and athleticism of a coupé with the practicality and space of a much larger car. It also offers the exceptional grip of quattro all wheel-drive, 17-inch alloy wheels and some other advanced features you might not expect. There’s a choice of direct-injection TDI and FSI® engines, a five-link front suspension and an optional S tronic transmission ensuring that the 2011 Audi Q5 delivers all the handling and performance its coupé-like shape suggests. At Audi, doing less is something we’re trying to do more of. We’re working to use less fuel, release less CO2 and waste less energy. It’s why we’ve incorporated a number of more efficient technologies into the Audi Q5.
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When a vehicle brakes, the discs convert the kinetic energy into thermal energy, which is wasted as it
cannot be used. With a recuperation system like the one in the Audi Q5, the kinetic energy is converted into useful electrical energy. The way it works is simple. While the car is coasting or braking, the alternator voltage is raised above the level of the basic electrical system, which enables the alternator to generate electrical energy and store it temporarily in the battery. When the vehicle accelerates, this energy is used to relieve the load on the alternator, resulting in a fuel saving of up to 3%.
Aerodynamics Automatic Start-Stop function
A 2011 Audi Q5 car’s shape can have a big impact on its efficiency. It’s why we’ve worked to make the Audi Q5 as aerodynamic as possible. In heavy traffic, your car still uses fuel and releases CO2, even when it’s stationary. The automatic Start-Stop function counteracts this problem by switching off the engine when your car comes to a standstill. As soon as you touch the clutch, the car restarts. In conjunction with the 2.0 TDI® and 2.0 TFSI® (manual transmission only) engines, it helps save up to 0.4 litres of fuel every 100km.
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2011 Audi Q5 Engines
Petrol
FSI® direct-injection technology is a unique Audi innovation that was originally developed for the Le Mans 24-hour endurance race to deliver more power and torque, as well as enhanced fuel efficiency. Precisely the right amount of fuel and air are injected into the combustion chambers, enabling the engine to ‘breathe’ more easily. It results in reduced heat loss and increased output, with around a 15% reduction in fuel consumption and significantly lower exhaust emissions. We’ve also developed
TFSI,® with turbocharging, which combines FSI® technology with forced induction – giving cars an extra injection of power.
Diesel
We introduced TDI® to the roads in 1989, marking a departure from the noisy, fuel-thirsty diesel engines of the past. And since then, we’ve continuously refined it, recently developing common-rail technology. With this system, a series of piezo injectors use electrical charge to precisely control the amount of fuel injected into the engine. As well as reducing noise, this allows combustion to happen at a lower temperature, with less oxygen, which lowers emissions.
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Transmission and Quattro
Driving is all about thinking ahead, which is just what the S tronic® dual-clutch transmission does. It works almost as two separate systems, one engaging the odd-numbered and the other the even numbered gears. So when you’re accelerating in second, it has third gear waiting for you. And once you make the switch, it’s already thinking about fourth. With two clutches working together, you can change gears almost instantly while experiencing smooth, uninterrupted power. It’s the technology that gave us the edge on the rally circuit ever since it was first introduced 30 years ago, bringing victory for the Audi quattro on its very first outing. It’s called quattro permanent all-wheeldrive.
In this system, four permanently driven wheels deliver better acceleration, road-holding and safety, while asymmetric dynamic torque distribution intelligently controls the flow of power to the front and
rear axles.
It means that the Audi Q5 can ‘read’ the road, sensing changes in the surface beneath the wheels and adjusting their grip accordingly. So when conditions get a little more demanding – in particular, when you go off-road quattro® adapts, putting all the force of the Audi Q5’s engine precisely where it’s needed to handle the change in terrain.
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Audi Q5 Engine
Automatic Start-Stop function for greater fuel and CO2 efficiency (only available on the 2.0 TFSI 180PS and 211PS and 2.0 TDI 143PS and 170PS manual models) Recuperation for optimal energy utilisation Energy-saving tips feature in Driver’s Information System, including gear-shift indicator (if fitted) Misfuelling inhibition for diesel models
Wheels, tyres and suspension
17” x 8J ‘6-spoke’ design alloy wheels with 235/65 R17 tyres Tyre mobility system Servotronic speed-related power-assisted steering , 18” x 8J ‘10-spoke V’ design alloy wheels with 235/60 R18 tyres and locking wheel bolts
Audio and communication
Audi sound system 10 high-performance loudspeakers (180 Watts) and 6-channel amplifier6 speakers (80 Watts) Audi Concert radio and CD player with MP3 compatibility and 6.5’’ colour centre console screen, including AUX-IN socket Multi Media Interface
Interior equipment
4-spoke multi-function leather steering wheel, Aluminium silver inlays, Colour Driver’s Information System (DIS) with efficiency programme, Deluxe 3-zone climate control with separate air distribution and digital temperature displays for driver, front passenger and rear passenger compartment (3.0 TDI and 3.2 FSI only), Front centre armrest including 12-Volt socket.1-zone climate control 4-spoke leather steering wheel, Driver’s Information System (DIS) – red and black, Front and rear electric windows, Front and rear floor mats and Micrometallic inlays.
Safety and security
Anti-theft device, Thatcham category 1 approved, Electromechanical parking brake, First-aid kit
Front and rear fog lights, Front and rear ISOFIX seats with airbag de-activation switch for front passenger seat, Halogen headlights with daytime-running lights, Hill descent assist with off-road and Electronic Stability Programme (ESP).
Exterior equipment
Aluminium window trims framing the exterior side windows, Chrome-plated exhaust tailpipe surrounds (3.0 TDI® and 3.2 FSI® only), Full body-coloured bumpers, High-gloss painted grille on 3.0 TDI® and 3.2 FSI.® All other models come with stone grey finish grilleAluminium roof rails with roof bar detection (automatically adjusts the ESP to react to the higher centre of gravity when roof bars are in place), Black exterior window trims, Contrasting bumpers Door mirrors electrically adjustable and heated, Stone grey finish grille, Rear spoiler and Roof bars and storage bag.
Every Audi is intrinsically exclusive. It’s the breathtaking design, the exceptional engineering, the Vorsprung durch Technik. But for that special touch you can specify your new Audi Q5 with options from Audi exclusive. Whether you want a unique, custom-mixed paint colour or seats in a combination of complementary shades, Audi exclusive will enable you to drive the car you’ve always imagined. Everyone has a favourite colour. No matter what yours is, Audi exclusive provides a range of unique colours that have been designed to set your car apart. Choose from the swatches
here, or specify any other paint colour in the Audi range whether it’s Jet blue from the Audi R8 or Alpine white from the original Audi quattro. The choice is yours.
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With Audi exclusive, you can specify your seats in Fine Nappa leather, Valcona leather or Valcona leather/ Alcantara in an array of different colours shown to the right. Select just one all-over shade for
each seat, or customise each panel in two or more complementary colours from the distinctive Audi exclusive palette. You can even choose the colour of the decorative stitching – to match or contrast with your chosen upholstery – from this varied collection. Whatever combination you decide upon, we think you’ll be extremely comfortable with the result.
2011 Audi Q5 exclusive is ultimately about choice – but if you’d rather leave some of the decisions in the capable hands of our designers, the expert team at quattro® GmbH have compiled Audi exclusive line, combining some of the most popular elements of the exclusive range in one, beautifully
coordinated package. Choose a set of specially-selected alloy wheels to subtly enhance the way your car looks and drives. And you can also specify Audi drive select, which allows you to change suspension and steering settings according to your driving style.
Some items work well together, which is why we’ve created these special packages. They provide increased convenience and value by combining several of our most popular options. Stay in touch using our range of communication functions, and give each journey its own soundtrack with our
advanced audio equipment. Choosing an Audi Service Plan provides an easy way to cover all your car’s scheduled servicing with a convenient monthly payment plan. It can take care of everything from fluid and filter changes to your full service, ensuring you retain a full Audi service history. There are no servicing bills to plan for and you’ll continue to benefit from today’s prices for the
length of your agreement.
The 2011 Audi Q5 excels both on the road and off it, thanks to its impressive allterrain abilities. And these attributes are reinforced by special technologies, such as hill descent assist, ABS with
automatic off-road detection and an Electronic Stability Programme that includes an off-road mode. Available as standard in the Audi Q5, hill descent assist automatically maintains the speed set by the driver on steep descents and on any surface (up to 19mph). This makes negotiating descents far more straightforward and substantially enhances stability. Hill descent assist is activated and deactivated using a separate button.
The Electronic Stability Programme in the Audi Q5 features a special offroad mode which can be controlled by a switch. This reprograms the ESP system, traction control and anti-lock braking system to adapt them to the driving conditions encountered in off-road terrain, such as sand, gravel or mud. This leads to good traction in all conditions, a more exciting drive and great handling even on
unpredictable surfaces. From the enthusiasts’ motorsport collection to the sophisticated Audi collection, there’s a wide variety of adults’ and children’s clothing, lifestyle accessories and collectables, all of which bear the Audi name. Please speak to a member of our team at your local Audi Centre to see the full Audi collection and to place an order. A selection of Audi merchandise is also available to buy from audi.co.uk/merchandise.
Choosing an Audi isn’t just a matter of deciding on the model you want; it’s about creating a car that suits your needs perfectly. That’s why we’ve developed a whole range of accessories to enhance
your Audi Q5, enabling you to customise it down to the last detail. Like your Audi, all these accessories are developed to the highest possible standards. And they’re all available exclusively from Audi. The technical drawings opposite show the exact dimensions of the Audi Q5, so you can check everything from whether the car will fit in your garage to whether your luggage will fit in the boot.
Audi Q5 Pricing information Prices and specifications given are correct at the time of printing. Always check details with your Audi Centre, as Audi policies are continually developing. We reserve the right to change prices or specifications at any time. All prices are subject to VAT, currently charged at 20% but this may alter to reflect any change in the applicable VAT rate. Delivery charges and number plates are not included in the vehicle price. Delivery charge £471.66. Number plate £20.00 VAT £98.34 Total £590.00
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