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2014 Audi SQ5 Test Drive
By Peter Frey, The Test Drive Guy



Audi SQ5 Observations From the Driver's Seat
View From the Driver's Seat - 2014 Audi SQ5

On sale now at Braman Audi in West Palm Beach, the Audi Q5 is already a top-ranked SUV, but from the first time you lay your eyes on its muscled-up sibling, the SQ5 it makes no secret of its intentions - which is to turn the everyday act of hauling around people and cargo into something far more entertaining.  Snuggle down into the leather sport seat, put your hands around that fat little racing-style steering wheel and listen to that fabulous exhaust note as you fire up the supercharged engine under the hood - and you just know that running errands is never going to be the same again.

This is the first-ever S variant of any Audi Q model and adds to the highly-successful Q5 model lineup -- the second best-selling model line for Audi last year.  And if fuel economy is a concern for you - as it should be -- the Q5 model line is also enhanced for the 2014 model year with the addition of the all-new fuel-efficient Q5 TDI® clean diesel model, which joins the current lineup of 2.0T, 3.0T and hybrid variants.

The Audi SQ5 boasts a supercharged 3.0-liter TFSI® direct-injection V6 engine that produces 354 hp and 347 lb-ft of torque. 0-60 mph acceleration takes just in 5.1 seconds and the SQ5 is electronically limited to a top speed of 155 mph.  Power is delivered to all four wheels through an eight-speed Tiptronic® automatic transmission and the Audi quattro® all-wheel drive system.

Technical sophistication extends to a roof rack detection system - standard on all Q5s -- that is directly linked to the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) control unit. When the crossbars are installed, a signal is sent that adjusts driving dynamic relevant parameters according to the center of gravity. When the crossbars are not installed, the ESC program adjusts dynamics to allow for more enthusiastic driving.

The SQ5 is unmistakably an Audi S model, featuring such signature elements as front and rear bumpers with Platinum Gray grille and diffuser, Aluminum exterior mirror housings and quad exhaust tips as well as the Audi Singleframe® grille and Audi Xenon plus headlights with automatic self-leveling and LED daytime running lights.  Adding to the sporty and distinctive look are the standard 20-inch - and optional 21-inch - alloy wheels.

Inside, the SQ5's spacious and sporty interior features a three-spoke multifunction flat-bottom steering wheel with alu-optic shift paddles and contrast stitching, Gray instrument face with white needles, pedals with aluminum inserts, and SQ5 specific leather/aluminum shift knob.

Leather/Alcantara sport seats are standard and Fine Nappa interior and comfort package (Milano leather seats when equipped with ventilated comfort seats), is available. New layered Aluminum/Black wood decorative inlays are also available in the SQ5.

The 2014 Audi SQ5 not only offers ideal performance and functionality, but also advanced technology and driver assistance features. Audi advanced key (keyless start, stop and entry) is standard on the SQ5.  Audi side assist - which helps monitor blind spot areas, as well as fast-approaching vehicles, at a range of approximately 150 ft. to the rear of the car - is available as a stand-alone option on Premium plus models.  Audi adaptive cruise control is also optional, helping to monitor the road ahead and changing speed to maintain a predetermined distance.

The SQ5 model's optional Bang & Olufsen Sound System with 14 speakers, standard Audi music interface with iPod® integration and standard Bluetooth® wireless technology help enhance the overall driving experience.  The 2014 Audi SQ5 offers the award-winning infotainment system Audi connect® when MMI® Navigation plus is ordered.  Audi was the first global auto manufacturer to offer factory-fitted in-vehicle Wi-Fi connectivity for passenger use, enabling the Audi connect system to deliver connectivity to up to eight wireless devices.

With Audi connect - offered complementary for six months and available for as little as $15 per month thereafter - the onboard Audi MMI Navigation system is enhanced with Google Earth? maps for a true aerial view of the route. Audi connect also features real-time localized weather, news and live fuel prices; Google Voice? Local Search for detailed information about travel destinations, such as restaurant or hotel hours, pricing and customer reviews; and the myAudi Destination feature, which allows users to log on to Google Earth from virtually any location in the U.S. and download up to 50 destinations to the vehicle. Audi also offers real-time Sirius XM® Traffic information via enhancements to the Audi MMI Navigation plus system.

To schedule a test drive of the SQ5, or any vehicle in the Audi lineup, please visit Braman Audi West Palm Beach.



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