Having launched Black Edition derivatives of no fewer than 4 of its models (and their respective variants) since late in 2023, Audi South Africa recently extended the special trim grade to its Q5 Executive SUV and SQ5 Executive SUV Coupe as well.
Audi South Africa’s Black Edition rollout began with the A4 and S4 sedan last year, followed by the Q2, A3 Sportback and Sedan, S3 Sportback and Sedan, as well as the Q3 SUV and Q3 Sportback in March (Urban Edition versions of the Q3 and A3 Sportback and Sedan were also introduced at the time).
Audi South Africa says the Q5 and Q5 Sportback Black Edition derivatives “place the focus squarely on dynamic design and convenience” and the Ingolstadt-based brand hopes these newcomers will garner the same market reception as the “plethora of (Black- and Urban Edition) variants that have captivated local buyers with their design appeal, generous standard specification and compelling finance offers.”
Q5 & Q5 Sportback 40 TDI & 40 TFSI Black Editions
Stationed above the Advanced trim line in the Audi Q5 range, the 40 TDI 140kW and 40 TFSI 183kW Black Editions (both of which are available in SUV and Sportback body styles) utilise 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbodiesel and turbopetrol engines mated with 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch automatic transmissions.
Over and above the Advanced trim line specification, the Q5 40 TDI 140kW and 40 TFSI 183kW Black Edition derivatives and their Sportback equivalents offer:
- Black styling plus package and black mirrors
- 20-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels
- Matrix LED headlamps
- Technology package, including MMI navigation plus and Audi connect infotainment services
- Deluxe package, which incorporates:
- Panoramic sunroof
- Trailer hitch
- Comfort key
- City assistance package (rear-view camera, lane-change assist, pre-sense rear)
- Sports seats with electric memory adjustment, incl. 4-way lumbar support
- Electrically folding mirrors
- Accent surfaces in gloss black
- Flat-bottom steering wheel
- Storage and luggage package
In our recent review of the Audi Q3 Sportback 35TFSI Black Edition, testers agreed that the “curated (Black Edition) specification certainly improves the appeal of the Q3 Sportback.” Will that also apply to the Q5 and Q5 Sportback Black Edition variants? Hopefully, we’ll get to review one of those SUVs soon.
SQ5 & SQ5 Sportback Black Editions
The SQ5 and SQ5 Sportback Black Editions, in turn, are aimed at “customers who desire a sportier drive without sacrificing any of the practicality and refinement (of) the Q5 (and Q5 Sportback)”, Audi SA says.
With a 3.0-litre 6-cylinder turbopetrol motor that delivers 260 kW/500 Nm and is mated with an 8-speed automatic transmission, the SQ5 and its Sportback sibling are said to bolt from 0-100 kph in a 4.9 sec.
Reflecting their standing as the flagship products in the Q5 line-up, the SQ5 Black Edition and SQ5 Sportback Black Edition include the following luxury and convenience features:
- Black styling plus package and black mirrors
- 21-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels
- Matrix LED headlamps
- Panoramic sunroof
- Trailer hitch
- Bang & Olufsen premium sound system
- Comfort key
- Audi phone box
- Sports front seats with electric memory adjustment
- Adaptive air suspension sport
- Park assist package
- Storage and luggage package
How much do the Audi Q5 and SQ5 Black Editions cost in SA?
All prices include a 5-year/100 000 km Audi Freeway Plan service and maintenance plan.
Meanwhile, these newcomers to Audi South Africa’s line-up are offered in conjunction with Audi Assured guaranteed future value (GFV) vehicle-finance agreements. The GFV of each of these special-edition derivatives is established at the beginning of the contract term, giving buyers peace of mind in knowing the value they can receive for the vehicle of choice at the end of the contract term. Audi Financial Services also offers insurance options tailored to customers’ specific requirements.
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