The Audi Q5 -- An Elegant Compact Crossover

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Built by the German automaker Audi, the Q5 is somewhat of a compact crossover which lays the foundation for the Q7, this model is yet to be released as a 2009 version and it is being built using the modular longitudinal platform which is also referred to ask MLP, this same technology was also featured in the A5 coupe.

According to its design it is able to compete with similar vehicles from different manufacturing houses such as the Infinity EX (by Nissan), the Acura RDX (by Honda), the Mercedes-Benz GLK-class, the Volvo XC60 and the BMW X3 built by the manufacturer with the same name.

At the moment the engine configurations are somewhat limited however, in the future it is expected to become available as a hybrid (gasoline and electric), a gasoline and petrol version and as a turbocharged direct injection vehicle also known as TDI.

This vehicle has been recently introduced to the market at the Beijing 2008 auto show since this vehicle will also be produced in China for this market in particular, it features a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, a hybrid petrol/electric is also expected to developed. ...
... When it comes to the transmission, this vehicle counts with a six speed automatic one which controls the 4 Wheel Drive system.

The Quattro Four-Wheel Drive:

This system is one-of-a-kind because it controls all four wheels asymmetrically, it means that if one of the tires is in danger of losing grip the system will redistribute the power among the rest of the wheels in order to restore the control to the driver as well as to minimize accidents.