Next-gen Audi Q5 teased ahead of September 29 debut

Audi has released a teaser image of the next-gen Q5 SUV. The company has also mentioned that the new Q5 will make its global debut at the Paris Motor Show on September 29, 2016.

The teaser image just gives us a glimpse of the Q5's new tail lamps. While not much can be seen in this image, earlier spy shots have revealed that the Q5 will essentially be an evolution of the current-gen model, similar to what Audi has done with the new A4 and A5 sedans. As a result, the front is expected to get a single frame grille, which is surrounded by slimmer headlight assemblies at both ends. The side profile looks similar to that of the current model, though a few tweaks have been made to make it look a bit less bulky. The rear gets sharper tail lights, as is seen in the teaser, an integrated spoiler, and a pair of trapezoidal exhaust tips.

The new Q5 will be built on the MLB Evo platform, which also underpins the new A4 and Q7. It will thus weigh slightly lesser than the outgoing model. Powertrain options are likely to be borrowed from its sedan siblings, and will probably include petrol, diesel, and plug-in hybrid power plants.

A teaser video released along with the aforementioned image also points towards the possibility of the new-gen Q5 getting an MMI infotainment system that supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.