ABT shows real life Q5 photos ahead of Essen debut

Tuned SUV features full body kit and engine upgrades
ABT's tuned Audi Q5 is scheduled to debut at the Essen Motor Show, but the company has
released specifications and photos in advance. The SUV has been given
an aggressive, sport-tuned treatment similar to that used on the
Touareg, Tiguan and Q7, and will be available in the first quarter of
2009. ABT's Q5 is a fully upgraded package, from power and suspension
upgrades to a full body kit.
Power is increased in all three of the available engines: the 2.0
TDI jumps from 170 horsepower to 190, the 2.0 TFSI from 211 to 240, and
the range-topping 3.0 TDI jumps from 240 horses to 310, with 611 Nm
torque.
ABT hasn't boosted the power without improving the underpinnings, of
course. A choice of a tuned suspension with lowering springs or an ABT
Level Control air-spring suspension is available. Larger, 380mm brake
rotors are the focus of the enhanced braking package, which also
includes a choice of ABT 20-inch rims in two styles.
With the bigger brakes visible behind those wheels, you'll want the
body tweaked to match of course. ABT's Q5 body kit includes matching
front and rear skirts with underride protection, fender extensions and
a unique grille. Side skirts, quad exhaust outlets and a rear wing
complete the package.
Source: ABT Sportsline