Yet despite all of this performance, the Audi is also very thrifty in the fuel economy department. The Environmental Protection Agency has rated the Q5 at eighteen miles per gallon in city driving, and twenty-three miles per gallon in highway driving. And lest we forget that this is a crossover vehicle, the Audi Q5 has the ability to tow four thousand four hundred pounds when properly fitted. The Audit Q5 is a well-rounded vehicle that has a variety of abilities for the the active driver.
The off-road detection system has been installed into Q5 models in order to offer a response to mud, snow and gravel road conditions. Working together to provide drivers with superior handling, the anti-lock braking system and traction control offer dual action on rough terrains.
Lane Assist technology has been installed in Q5's to monitor any drifting from the lanes. In addition to this system, the side assist detects any vehicles that creep into your vehicle's blind spot and provides proper feedback regarding traffic.
Audi's Q5 Adaptive Headlights respond to changes in your steering as you drive around bends or curvatures in the roadway. These swiveling headlights offer a broader field of view for the driver.
Safety Features
While impressive advancements in technology have been made, Audi has also made advancements in the areas of safety to ensure an overall safe driving experience is had by all.
Using a combination of four different braking systems, Audi has developed an Advanced Braking System made up of ASR (Anti-Slip Regulation), EBD (Electronic brake-force distribution), EDL (Electronic differential lock) and ABS (Anti-lock braking system). Forming a cohesive braking unit, these systems work to grant drivers a safer experience especially when driving in less than ideal conditions. The systems are designed to detect the intended direction of the vehicle and assist in stabilizing and controlling the car in a manner that is safe. As well, Q5's are equipped with a brake drying system designed to reduce stopping distances that are caused by wet brakes.
ABS
Upon detection of a skid, the anti-lock braking system temporarily releases and then re-applies the force of braking. Stopping distances have been greatly decreased as a result of ABS systems.
ASR
Audi's Anti-slip regulation used primarily for traction control is used to reduce power to any wheels that may be in danger of spinning out. When the system detects that traction has once again been restored, the power is also restored to the wheels.
EBD
Both the Electronic brake-force distribution systems and ABS work in harmony to ensure superior performance of the braking systems between the rear and front wheels.
EDL
Regardless of the degree of traction of types of road surfaces, the Electronic differential lock is equipped to offer drivers a smooth getaway.
Airbags and Child Safety have been addressed in the Audi Q5 model by providing car seat locking points to securely fasten a child seat into the vehicle, as well as an airbag system that can be de-activated to protect child passengers.
Engine Performance
Audi's Q5 advances in engine technology has now made it difficult to drivers to decide on petrol or diesel engines as both perform at superior levels of excellence. These added technologies have been able to boost the power and torque, reduce engine emissions and provide drivers with a fuel savings.
