You’ve probably heard of ‘plus’ versions of high-performance Audi models before, such as the R8 V10 plus. The company has now unveiled the SQ5 plus. This is a high-performance version of the SQ5, which itself is a performance version of the Q5 SUV. Perhaps the most interesting aspect to the […]
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Australian vehicle sales for October 2014 – Veloster overtakes 86
Australian new vehicle registration VFACTS figures for October 2014 have been released, and on first glance, we see the Hyundai Veloster has overtaken the Toyota 86 for only the second time this year. There’s also been quite a few newcomers showing promise, in particular the new Lexus NX small SUV […]
$1.3 billion Audi plant in Mexico to help overtake BMW sales
To help bolster Volkswagen Group sales, and to help in the effort to take down BMW as the global number one premium vehicle brand, Audi is planning to build a US$1.3 billion production facility in Mexico. The plant will make vehicles for the US and other markets. Audi sales haven’t […]
Audi SQ5 from $89,400, quickest diesel SUV on sale
Audi has launched the new Audi SQ5 performance SUV in Australia, boasting the title as the world’s quickest diesel SUV, according to Audi. With a powerful TDI engine linked up to a quattro all-wheel drive system, it’s no surprise really. Featuring the company’s new 3.0-litre twin-turbo diesel V6 engine producing […]
Audi quattro system hits 5 million production milestone
After 33 years of all-wheel drive experience, Audi has just finished building its five millionth quattro system. The all-paw drivetrain was fitted to a white Audi A6 Allroad 3.0 TDI. Although the Audi A6 Allroad is just one model example that features a quattro system, Audi has introduced quattro to […]
Audi SQ5 ‘3.0 TFSI’ supercharged petrol version revealed
Audi will soon offer a high performance petrol version of the Audi SQ5, featuring the company’s 3.0-litre TFSI supercharged V6. It will join the upcoming 3.0 TDI diesel variant, which is set to arrive in Australia in April. Unfortunately, the petrol version will only be made in left-hand drive, meaning, […]
Audi Q5 twin-turbo 3.0 diesel with 230kW – UPDATE: SQ5 revealed
Audi is expected to reveal a high-performance diesel SUV at this weekend’s Le Mans 24 hour event, based on the Audi Q5. The new model would become the most powerful Q5 in the range. (UPDATE: official details at the bottom.) According to an Auto Express report in the UK, the […]
2013 Audi Q5 revealed, on sale in Australia next summer
The facelifted 2013 Audi Q5 has been revealed ahead of its launch in the upcoming summer. The new model will come with new engine options, including an upcoming hybrid, as well as revised styling and interior infotainment features. Powering the 2013 Audi Q5 will be five powertrain options, including three […]