auntrout

I've read on one of the on-line reviews that the new Q5 will have manual seat adjustment. Was wondering if anyone knows if this is true. Sort of unusual on what one would consider a luxury car. Not a deal breaker, but seems a little odd.

Q-Branch

That (probably) will only apply to the Euro models of the Q5. The lower level trims in Europe tend to be even lower-spec'd than the base models we have in the US. As far as I can tell, there are no reviews out yet of the US-bound version of the Q5.

auntrout

Thanks. What I read must have been for the European version.

Q5 Bob

It's unlikely the next gen Q5 wouldn't have power seats (w/memory) in North America, at least. That would make it non-competitive in the segment.

Ron.S

I agree with the comments on power seats for the 18. In a video review in Mexico the reviewer can be seen manually pumping on the driver seat to raise it. Didn't look like an entry level unit to me. But if true it would be a big deal and would change my mind about ordering an 18 in March.

SYMAWD

8 way power front seats with 4 way lumbar for the driver will be standard on US models.

jaybar

Ron- Do you have dealer confirmation that Audi NA will start taking orders in March? Any clarity on the spacing between the Q5 and SQ5 release?

I'll be coming off lease in August of 2017 and wondering about the timing.

Ron.S

Nothing solid. The local dealer told me that the US intro was scheduled for April and that they normally have the order guide 30 days in advance.
I read one magazine comment that the SQ 5 would follow not long after the Q5. Lots of us would like something official. Maybe someone with Audi will post a little more insight for us!