2011 Audi Q5 Hybrid

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Fuel economy: N/A

Target Launch: Winter 2011
Pricing & Specs are Edmunds.com's expectations.

MSRP not available for Pre-Production vehicles

What Edmunds Says

With its 2011 Q5 Hybrid, Audi's first ever hybrid will likely stand in this growing segment thanks to its sporty driving dynamics.

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Q5 Hybrid Base

2.0L 4-cyl. hybrid engine
Automatic transmission
All-wheel drive
Navigation System
Bluetooth
iPod input
Satellite radio
Side/Curtain Airbags
Stability Control
Traction Control
DVD player

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What's New for 2011

The 2011 Audi Q5 Hybrid is all-new.

Introduction

For the first time for the North American market, Audi will offer a gasoline/electric hybrid in the form of the 2011 Q5 Hybrid. Details are still slim, but it's expected to combine the regular Q5's turbocharged four-cylinder engine with an electric motor. Presumably, the Hybrid will come with Quattro all-wheel drive.

The 2011 Audi Q5 Hybrid should maintain everything we like about the standard Q5, including athletic handling, comfortable seating all around and a quiet cabin at freeway speeds. It will likely share a few gripes as well, such as the Q5's smallish cargo capacity.

Though Lexus long ago started offering a hybrid luxury crossover in the form of the RX 400h, the 2011 Audi Q5 Hybrid should stand out thanks to a sporty driving experience. Check back later for a full review with additional driving impressions and buying advice.