Audi Q5 Range Launches in South Africa With New SUV Lineup

Audi Q5 Range Launches in South Africa

On September 1, Audi South Africa introduced the Audi Q5 range, expanding its lineup with the third-generation Q5 SUV, second-generation Q5 Sportback, SQ5 SUV, and SQ5 Sportback. The Audi Q5 range is based on Audi’s Premium Platform Combustion (PPC) and is offered with the latest gasoline and diesel engines. The introduction gives buyers in South Africa access to multiple Q5 variants spanning conventional SUV and Sportback body styles, while the SQ5 models sit at the performance-focused end of the range. The new lineup therefore combines updated vehicle architecture with a broader choice of powertrains and body configurations.

Q5 Engine Outputs and Performance

The Audi Q5 2.0 TFSI generates 200 kW and accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 5.7 seconds. It is equipped with quattro ultra all-wheel drive and a seven-speed S tronic transmission. The Audi Q5 2.0 TDI produces 150 kW and 400 Nm of torque, providing a diesel option within the new range. At the top of the lineup, the Audi SQ5 uses a 3.0-liter V6 TFSI engine producing 270 kW and 550 Nm of torque. It reaches 0–100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and combines quattro all-wheel drive with S sport suspension, positioning the SQ5 as the performance-oriented model in the range.

South African Pricing and Range Positioning

In South Africa, pricing for the new Q5 lineup starts at ZAR 1,295,000 for the Q5 S line 2.0 TFSI SUV. The Q5 Sportback version starts at ZAR 1,365,000, placing the Sportback at a higher entry price than the corresponding SUV configuration. The new range covers different customer requirements through its combination of SUV and Sportback designs, gasoline and diesel powertrains, and standard performance technologies. With the SQ5 models positioned at the top of the range, Audi offers a progression from the Q5 S line toward higher-output performance variants within the same vehicle family.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main models included in the new Audi Q5 range in South Africa?
The new Audi Q5 range in South Africa includes the third-generation Q5 SUV, second-generation Q5 Sportback, SQ5 SUV, and SQ5 Sportback. The lineup is based on Audi’s Premium Platform Combustion and includes gasoline and diesel engine options. The Q5 2.0 TFSI produces 200 kW, while the Q5 2.0 TDI produces 150 kW and 400 Nm. The performance-focused SQ5 uses a 3.0-liter V6 TFSI engine producing 270 kW and 550 Nm, with a 0–100 km/h time of 4.5 seconds. Pricing starts at ZAR 1,295,000 for the Q5 S line 2.0 TFSI SUV.