Audi Q5 2011 is Available in Hybrid Version

For 2011, Audi leaps into the hybrid SUV fray with a new version of its popular luxury crossover, the Audi Q5 2011. While the Audi Q5 2011 will still offer an excellent 3.2-liter gas engine as standard equipment, the big news is the availability of a full parallel hybrid drivetrain, an Audi first.

While the introduction of the hybrid trim is the big news for the 2011 Audi Q5 model, expect Audi to tweak some of the Q5′s exterior details and add optional rear-seat torso airbags. The German automaker is also dangling the prospect of bringing the diesel, already a hot commodity in Europe, over to these shores.

Though a bit late to the party, Audi made sure the Q5 2011 offered the combination of style, utility, and performance that today’s luxury cute-ute buyers want. The Audi Q5 2011 body style bears resemblance to the Audi Q7. The 2011 Audi Q5 features 19 inch alloy wheels, LED tail lights, S-line exterior trim, heated mirrors, roof rack and adaptive headlights. The Q5 2011 will accommodate 5 passengers.

Inside, the seats are both heated and ventilated; sport seating is also offered with lumbar support. Navigational systems assist the driver in navigating the terrain of the area. Most of the 2011 Audi Q5 model feature a single disc CD player and additional storage under the armrest. The Bang and Olufsen system provides the driver with premium sound, while the owner of Audi Q5 has the option of obtaining a power controlled rear entry.

The 2011 Audi Q5 is available in two trims, the 2.0T Premium quattro Tiptronic and the 3.2 Premium quattro Tiptronic. Upon introduction, the Audi Q5 2011 2.0T Premium quattro Tiptronic is equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 211-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 20-mpg in the city and 27-mpg on the highway, while an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.

The Audi Q5 2011 3.2 Premium quattro Tiptronic is equipped with a standard 3.2-liter, V6, 270-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 23-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.

While the four-cylinder 2011 Audi Q5 hybrid will garner plenty of attention, the gasoline-powered V6 version currently on sale will undoubtedly remain popular in 2011. While the price and other details are scant at the moment, Audi has said the 2011 Q5 hybrid will be available in late autumn 2010.

Audi Q5 2011 Performance

The Audi Q5 2011 ranked 1st in its class of luxury SUVs, according to U.S. News and World Report. It is equally as impressive and has many features consumers will enjoy and love. The 2011 Audi Q5 reportedly possesses superior handling and comfort. Its independent suspension is particularly notable as it cushions any bumps encountered on the road. The Q5 2011 is easily maneuvered with variable assist steering.

The anti-lock braking system on all four wheels comes standard. Audi Q5 reviews says the 2011 Audi Q5 can reportedly come to a complete stop from 70 mph in 170 feet. Of all the comparable vehicles listed, Audi Q5 2011 outperforms its competitors in nearly every category. This Audi Q5 2011 will most likely maintain its place in the Top 5 vehicles, according to U.S. News and World Reports.