Audi Q5 is the second model launched after the Audi Q7, first unveiled in 2008 14 years ago, officially listed in China a year later, and then took the lead in domestic production in 2010, laying the foundation for Audi's king status in the domestic B-class high-end SUV.
At the same time, the Audi Q5 is also the cornerstone of the brand's success in the SUV market, as of now, the Audi Q5 has accumulated sales of nearly 3 million units worldwide and more than 1.2 million units in China, maintaining the best-selling model in the high-end SUV segment.
The picture shows the late model of the first generation of Audi Q5
In 2021, the Audi Q5 will deliver nearly 300,000 units worldwide, the best-selling model of the Audi family, while the domestic contribution is 147,950 units, accounting for half. But it is such a best-selling high-end SUV, launched so far only two generations of models, delayed in updating and iteration, can't help but want to make people complain.
The picture shows the second generation of the current Audi Q5L
The current Audi Q5 for sale was first unveiled and listed overseas in 2016, and two years later, it was listed in China and extended domestically. The Audi Q5L with a longer wheelbase is simply a dimensionality reduction blow compared to the same level of models, so it has also captured the hearts of many consumers.
Of course, for Audi, perhaps considering that the current Audi Q5 can still play very well, there is no rush to upgrade. However, in the face of the mid-term redesign of the BMW X3 and the upcoming Mercedes-Benz GLC, the pressure on the Audi Q5 is still very large, after all, the current model can maintain such a high sales volume, a large reason is that the discount is in place, the price is cheaper than the BMW X3 and Mercedes-Benz GLC tens of thousands.
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Recently, according to overseas media reports, the Audi Q5 will be upgraded for the last time before the full electrification of European sales in 2030, and will be built based on Audi's updated MLB evo platform. It is reported that the new products under the platform will be equipped with the latest EA888 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine, and also add a 48V light mix system and an improved turbo system. At that time, the power performance and fuel economy of the new Audi Q5 have been well improved.
As a global best-selling model, the appearance importance of the new generation of Audi Q5 is self-evident, not only to cater to the aesthetics of important market groups in Europe, China, North America and other important markets, but also not to make too many changes, to avoid losing the inherent impression in people's minds.
Therefore, only the adjustment on the current model is undoubtedly the best, from the renderings drawn by foreign media, the new car continues to follow the family design language, equipped with a large-size polygonal grille, the internal decoration has been adjusted, compared to the current model honeycomb shape is more exquisite and fashionable. The two side headlight groups adopt a more flat and slender design, the visual effect is more aggressive, and the lower air intake and front bracket have also been adjusted to make the entire front face look more simple and atmospheric.
On the side of the body, combined with the spy photos previously exposed, the new generation of Audi Q5 is still using the traditional SUV four flat and eight stable styling style, ensuring a good riding space in the car.
The picture shows the deletion of infringement from the Internet
The tail changes greatly, in the drawing of foreign media, the new generation of Audi Q5 adopts a through-type taillight design, the interior is similar to the sword feather style, after lighting up, the sense of science and technology is full, which is in line with the consistent style of the "lamp factory". The bottom is equipped with a two-part exhaust layout with exposed bilateral sides, which is no longer only decorative for the current model.
The picture shows the interior of the current Audi Q5L
The picture shows the interior of the Audi A6L
Unfortunately, about the interior information of the new generation of Audi Q5, there is no news at present, after all, for consumers, the appearance of the current Audi Q5 is still quite capable, but the interior design is indeed outdated, if it can be replaced by the Audi A6L set of three-screen interconnected interior layout, Audi Q5 or can return to the B-class high-end SUV hegemony.
In terms of power, the current Audi Q5L in China is equipped with a 2.0T high and low power engine, of which the low power engine has a maximum power of 190 horsepower and a peak torque of 320 Nm; the maximum power of the high-power engine is 252 hp, the peak torque is 370 Nm, and the transmission system matches a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission, and is equipped with quattro timely four-wheel drive. In terms of suspension, the front and rear are five-link independent suspension.
According to foreign media speculation, the new generation of Audi Q5 is equipped with the latest EA888 2.0T engine, which is expected to have the same powertrain as the domestic SAIC Audi Q6. For reference, the SAIC Audi Q6 is equipped with a 2.0T high-low power engine, of which the 2.0T low-power engine has a maximum power of 231 horsepower, and the 2.0T high-power engine has a maximum power of 265 horsepower and a peak torque of 400 Nm.
In addition, it is worth mentioning that the new generation of Audi Q5 will be unveiled as soon as the second half of 2023, and it is expected to be officially listed in China in 2024. Therefore, if you like the Audi Q5 car friends, the current model may be more fragrant, the current maximum discount of 73,000 yuan, the entry-level model less than 380,000 yuan can land.
However, the professor does not recommend that you buy an entry-level model, but also recommend the 40T luxury type, although compared to the fashion type guidance price is more than 19,000 yuan, but the discount is also 14,000 yuan more, in fact, it is 5,000 yuan, but more lane departure warning, automatic parking, induction trunk, keyless entry of the whole car, front seat heating, satellite navigation system, 30-color interior mood lights and interior mirrors automatic anti-glare and other functions, very cost-effective, general sales will also push this version.
Of course, under the condition of sufficient budget, the 45T luxury car is more fragrant, the power increase is obvious, and the official acceleration time of 100 kilometers is increased from 9 seconds to 6.9 seconds of the 40T model. However, the final price is also nearly 40,000 yuan, and the full landing price has reached 430,000 yuan, but users with this budget may choose BMW X3 or Mercedes-Benz GRC.
From the current domestic market situation, Audi Q5L competitors are mainly BMW X3 and Mercedes-Benz GRC, as well as Tesla Model Y and ideal ONE and other new energy models, in addition, like Cadillac XT5, Volvo XC60 and other medium-sized luxury SUVs will also divide a small piece of market share.
In terms of sales, the best-selling Tesla Model Y in the first quarter of this year, with deliveries reaching 74,681 units, in a far ahead, followed by Mercedes-Benz GRC, BMW X3 and Audi Q5L, the gap is not too obvious; in addition, the ideal ONE deliveries in the first quarter reached 31,716 units, and the gap with the Audi Q5L narrowed to less than 5,000 units, and the future can be expected.
Overall, as long as the Audi Q5L maintains a high enough discount, the overall sales are still OK, but this is not a long-term solution, and it is necessary to have excellent product power if you want to continue to sell well. Especially in the face of new energy models such as Tesla Model Y and Ideal ONE, how long can the brand aura of Audi Q5L last? Looking forward to the arrival of a new generation of domestic Audi Q5L.