2021 Audi Q5 Facelift Spied Testing In India

The test vehicle is fitted with a portable emission measurement system suggesting it could be undergoing homologation process at ARAI.

By Charanpreet Singh

1 mins read

Published on January 20, 2021

Highlights

Facelifted Audi Q5 SUV will be launched in 2021
It will get brand's MIB3 infotainment system with Amazon Alexa
2021 Audi Q5 facelift will get cosmetic updates and host of new features

Audi is currently readying the facelifted version of the Q5 SUV for the Indian market. The Q5 is undoubtedly one of the successful SUVs from Ingolstadt based premium carmaker. The updated version of the SUV was revealed last year in June and is expected to go on sale in India later this year. Ahead of India debut, a prototype model was spotted doing tests in Pune. The test vehicle is fitted with a portable emission measurement system suggesting it could be undergoing homologation process at ARAI. Also Read: Audi To Phase Out Combustion Engines In 10-15 Years: Report The Audi Q5 facelift made its global debut in June last year As seen in the spy pictures, the prototype model is partially draped in camouflage, giving out details about the exterior design and styling elements. Judging from the images, the refreshed iteration of the Audi Q5 now sports a new chrome-finished octagonal single-frame grille, LED headlights, redesigned front bumper, new fog lamps, twin exhaust tips, tweaked LED taillights, and more. The SUV is expected to see minor updates on the inside. It is likely to get an all-new 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment unit with the updated MIB 3 system and connected car feature, virtual cockpit, ambient lighting, 3-spoke multi-functional steering wheel, digital instrument cluster, heated seats, multiple airbags, ABS with EBD, ESP, TC, keyless entry and much more. A prototype model of the Audi Q5 facelift was spotted undergoing tests in Pune Also Read: 2021 Audi A4 Facelift Review Mechanically, the 2021 Audi Q5 facelift is likely to be offered in a single 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine in 45TFSI trim. The petrol mill is likely to make 248 bhp of maximum power and develops a peak torque of 370 Nm. The motor will come mated to a 7-speed S-Tronic dual-clutch transmission sending power to all four wheels by Audi's signature Quattro all-wheel-drive system. Globally, the luxury SUV is also offered in a diesel avatar, however, which may not be offered here. Source