Audi presented at the 24-hour race at Le Mans SQ5 TDI model, a high performance version of the Q5 SUV. This means That Audi launched the first Audi S car in history with a TDI engine. Audi move was predictable, since rival BMW Performance Automobiles launched M range, or, in other words, M diesel.

S Q5 Audi TDI will reach showrooms in the first quarter of 2013 and have under the hood of a turbocharged diesel turbo 3-liter V6 that develops 313 horsepower (hp) and maximum torque of 650 Newton-meter (Nm) between 1,450 to 2,800 revolutions per minute (rpm).

Fuel injection pressure is 2,000 bar and, combined with the V6, produces a pleasant sound, says Audi. In addition, there is an exhaust actuator on a valve, which changes the sound and feel to be more sporty.

The car accelerates from 0-100 km / h in 5.1 seconds and reaches a top speed of 250 km / h.

Unlike a regular Q5, TDI has SQ5 body lowered by 30 mm. The car has 20 inch tires (255/45) and other optical differences: aluminum inserts and sporty appearance.