Audi Q5 petrol launched at Rs 55.27 lakh

Audi has extended its portfolio in India by launching the petrol variant of its Q5 SUV, after around five months of the launch of its diesel variant in the country. Available in two trims, Premium Plus and Technology, the petrol Q5 has been priced at Rs 55.27 lakh and Rs 59.79 lakh (both ex-showroom) respectively.The newly-launched variants are driven by a 2.0-litre petrol mill, capable of churning out 252PS and a peak torque of 370Nm. It comes mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission which is also available on the diesel counterparts. Power is sent to all four wheels via Audi’s signature quattro system and there are five drive modes -- comfort, dynamic, efficient, auto and off-road -- to select from.In terms of body-design, both the petrol and diesel variants of the new Audi Q5 look alike. There is a single-frame grille, matrix LED headlamps (only available in the top-spec variant), five-spoke alloy wheels and the only difference in the petrol version is the '45 TFSI' badging on its rear.Interior of the Audi Q5 petrol also mimics the diesel variant, featuring a beige-black dual-tone upholstery. The Q5 gets an 8.3-inch infotainment system that has wireless smartphone connectivity compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. It also offers a Heads-Up Display (HUD) and a three-zone automatic climate control among other features.The SUV also gets Audi's virtual cockpit that provides driving information like fuel consumption, mileage among the other information.In India, the Q5 petrol marks the launch of Audi's third vehicle this year tailgating the Audi Q5 diesel and the Audi RS5.The new petrol SUV will rival the likes of Lexus NX 300h, BMW X3 xDrive30i and Mercedes-Benz GLC 300.