Audi SQ5 Gets ABT Treatment With 435 HP, Lower Ride, And Quad Exhaust

The latest Audi Q5 landed earlier this year, but those hoping for a full-blown RS version are still waiting. Until that day comes, the SQ5 holds the crown—though German tuner ABT Sportsline clearly decided that wasn’t enough.

ABT has turned the already capable Audi SQ5 into something far sharper and more distinctive. Their version doesn’t scream for attention, but it doesn’t need to. The subtle aero kit—a front splitter, color-matched rear diffuser, and an extended roof spoiler—gives the SUV just the right amount of menace.

The look is completed by a new set of black 22-inch ABT Evo wheels, making their debut on this car. For those who prefer a more understated touch, ABT also offers 20-inch Sport GR wheels in the same dark finish with a timeless multi-spoke design. The rear end gets one of the most noticeable upgrades: a new stainless-steel quad exhaust system, matte black and 4 inches across, giving the SUV a deeper tone and a far bolder stance. Inside, ABT keeps things simple; custom mats and branded puddle lights are the only clues that this isn’t your standard Audi SQ5.

Underneath the surface, though, there’s a real upgrade. ABT’s Power S module wakes up the 3.0-liter turbo V6, pushing output to 435 horsepower and 442.5 lb-ft of torque. That’s an extra 72 hp and 37 lb-ft of torque over the stock setup—the kind of bump you can actually feel when you put your foot down.

To complement the power, the SUV sits lower thanks to new springs that drop it by up to 45 mm, sharpening its stance and its handling. The package shown so far is fitted to the standard SQ5, but the same setup (minus the spoiler) will fit the Sportback too. Pricing hasn’t been shared yet, but knowing ABT, it won’t be cheap—and it won’t need to be.