Car of the Year: Contender

Fuel Type: Gasoline
Fuel Quality: 91
Max HP: 394 at 5600
Max Torque: 369 at 2250
Oil Capacity: 7.1
Bore: 3.25
Stroke: 3.65
Displacement: 2.5
Block Type: I
Cylinders: 5
Aspiration: Turbo
Fuel Induction: DI
Cam Type: DOHC
Valves: 20
Valve Timing: VVT
Compression: 10


2.5L Turbo I5 394hp 369ft. lbs.

Air filtration: 
Front air conditioning: automatic climate control
Front air conditioning zones: dual
Rear air conditioning: automatic climate control,independently controlled
Rear air conditioning zones: single


Air Conditioning

Airbag deactivation: occupant sensing passenger
Front airbags: dual
Knee airbags: dual front
Side airbags: front,rear
Side curtain airbags: front,rear


Airbags

Antenna type: diversity,mast
Auxiliary audio input: Bluetooth,USB
Digital sound processing: 
Premium brand: Sonos
Radio: AM/FM,HD radio,touch screen display,voice operated
Radio data system: 
Satellite radio: SiriusXM
Speed sensitive volume control: 
Subwoofer: 1
Surround sound: 5.1
Total speakers: 14
Watts: 680


Audio System

ABS: 4-wheel
Brake drying: 
Braking assist: 
Cornering brake control: 
Electronic brakeforce distribution: 
Electronic parking brake: auto off
Emergency braking preparation: 
Front brake type: ventilated disc
Painted brake calipers: 
Power brakes: 
Rear brake type: ventilated disc


Brakes

Armrests: rear center folding with storage and pass-thru,rear center with cupholders
Center console trim: aluminum
Dash trim: aluminum,carbon fiber
Door sill trim: aluminum,illuminated scuff plate
Door trim: aluminum,leatherette
Floor mat material: carpet
Floor material: carpet
Floor mats: front,rear
Foot pedal trim: stainless steel
Interior accents: aluminum,carbon fiber
Steering wheel trim: leather


Comfort Features

Active parking system: semi-automatic
Adaptive cruise control: 
Adaptive stop and go cruise control: semi-automatic
Ambient lighting: color-adjustable
Assist handle: front,rear
Autonomous lane guidance: lane changing
Cargo area light: 
Center console: front console with armrest and storage,illuminated
Courtesy lights: door
Cupholders: front,rear
Footwell lights: color-adjustable
Memorized settings: 2 driver,driver seat,side mirrors
Multi-function remote: panic alarm,proximity entry system,trunk release
One-touch windows: 4
Overhead console: front
Power outlet(s): 12V front,USB-C front,USB-C rear
Power steering: electric,variable/speed-proportional
Power windows: lockout button
Push-button start: 
Reading lights: front,rear
Rearview mirror: auto-dimming
Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic
Steering wheel mounted controls: audio,cruise control,multi-function,paddle shifter,phone,voice control
Storage: door pockets,front seatback
Touch-sensitive controls: 
Universal remote transmitter: Homelink - garage door opener
Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Wireless charging station: front


Convenience Features

4WD type: on demand
Drive mode selector: 
Limited slip differential: rear


Drivetrain

Alternator: 140 amps
Battery: maintenance-free
Battery rating: 320 CCA
Battery saver: 


Engine

Door handle color: body-color
Exhaust: dual tip
Exhaust tip color: chrome
Front bumper color: body-color
Grille color: black
Mirror color: black
Rear bumper color: body-color
Rear spoiler: decklid
Rear spoiler color: black
Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
Rocker panel color: black accents
Window trim: black


Exterior Features

Connected in-car apps: Amazon Alexa,Apple Music,Google POIs,Google search,Yelp,app marketplace integration
Infotainment: Audi MMI Connect
Infotainment screen size: 10.1 in.
Smartphone integration: wireless Android Auto,wireless Apple CarPlay


In Car Entertainment

Clock: 
Compass: 
Customizable instrument cluster: 
Digital odometer: 
External temperature display: 
Fuel economy display: MPG,range
Gauge: tachometer
Head-up display: 
Instrument cluster screen size: 12.3 in.
Multi-function display: 
Trip odometer: 
Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning,lamp failure,low fuel level,low oil level,low oil pressure,low washer fluid,maintenance due


Instrumentation

Daytime running lights: LED
Exterior entry lights: approach lamps,puddle lamps
Headlight cleaners: 
Headlights: LED,auto delay off,auto high beam dimmer,auto on/off,wiper activated
Taillights: LED


Lights

Side mirror adjustments: power,power folding,reverse gear tilt
Side mirrors: auto-dimming,heated,integrated turn signals


Mirrors

Moonroof / Sunroof: anti-trapping,one-touch open/close,power panoramic,remotely operated,sliding sunshade,tilt/slide


Roof

Automatic emergency braking: front,front pedestrian,rear
Automatic hazard warning lights: 
Blind spot safety: sensor/alert
Camera system: surround view
Check rear seat reminder: 
Child safety door locks: 
Child seat anchors: LATCH system
Cross traffic alert: rear
Crumple zones: front,rear
Driver attention alert system: 
Emergency interior trunk release: 
Impact sensor: door unlock,fuel cut-off,post-collision safety system
Lane deviation sensors: 
Lane keeping assist: 
Parking sensors: front,rear
Pre-collision warning system: audible warning,pedestrian detection,vibrating steering wheel,visual warning
Rearview monitor: in dash
Traffic sign recognition: 
Vehicle exit safety system: 


Safety

Emergency locking retractors: front,rear
Front seatbelts: 3-point
Rear seatbelts: 3-point
Seatbelt force limiters: front,rear
Seatbelt pretensioners: front,rear
Seatbelt warning sensor: front


Seatbelts

Driver seat: heated
Driver seat power adjustments: 12,4-way power lumbar,height,reclining
Front headrests: 2,integrated
Front seat type: sport bucket
Passenger seat: heated
Passenger seat power adjustments: 12,4-way power lumbar,height,reclining
Rear headrests: 3,adjustable
Rear seat folding: split
Rear seat type: 40-20-40 split bench
Upholstery: premium leather
Upholstery accents: contrast stitching


Seats

Anti-theft system: alarm,anti-tow sensor,interior motion sensor,perimeter alarm,vehicle immobilizer
Power door locks: anti-lockout,auto-locking


Security

Hill holder control: 
Off-road driving assist: hill descent
Stability control: 
Traction control: 


Stability and Traction

Active suspension: 
Driver adjustable suspension: ride control
Front shock type: monotube
Front spring type: coil
Front stabilizer bar: 
Front struts: MacPherson
Front suspension classification: independent
Front suspension type: lower control arms
Rear shock type: monotube
Rear spring type: coil
Rear stabilizer bar: 
Rear suspension classification: independent
Rear suspension type: multi-link
Suspension control: electronic
Tuned suspension: sport


Suspension

Driver assistance app: roadside assistance
Electronic messaging assistance: voice operated,with read function
Hands-free phone call integration: voice operated
Navigation app: INRIX Traffic
Navigation data: real time traffic,send destination to vehicle
Navigation system: hard drive,over-the-air map updates (OTA),touch screen display,voice operated
Smart device app compatibility: myAudi with Audi connect
Smart device app function: lock operation,maintenance scheduling,maintenance status,vehicle location
Wi-Fi: hotspot
Wireless data link: Bluetooth


Telematics

Spare tire kit: inflator kit
Tire Pressure Monitoring System: 
Wheel locks: front and rear
Wheel spokes: 10
Wheels: painted aluminum alloy


Tires and Rims

Front wipers: rain sensing,speed sensitive,variable intermittent
Heated windshield washer jets: 
Power windows: remotely operated,safety reverse
Tinted glass: 
Window defogger: rear


Windows

Front Brake Diameter: 15.0
Front brake type: carbon ceramic disc


Cargo area floor mat: rubber/vinyl
Floor mat material: rubber/vinyl
Steering wheel trim: faux suede


Exhaust tip color: black
Mirror color: carbon fiber
Paint: contrast roof,metallic,pearl
Rear spoiler color: carbon fiber


Front Brake Diameter: 14.8
Rear Brake Diameter: 12.2


Length: 178.5
Wheelbase: 103.6
Height: 54.8
Width: 78.1
Front Track Width: 62.7
Rear Track Width: 60.0


Exterior Dimensions

Cargo Volume: 8.3
Passenger Volume: 87.00


Interior Dimensions

Head Room 1st Row: 36.8
Head Room 2nd Row/Rear: 36.6
Shoulder Room 1st Row: 54.8
Shoulder Room 2nd Row/Rear: 53.0
Leg Room 1st Row: 41.2
Leg Room 2nd Row/Rear: 35.2
Standard Seating: 5
Max Seating: 5
Seating Rows: 2


Seating

Max Payload: 860
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 4586
Gross Vehicle Weight Range: 4001-5000
Curb Weight: 3627
Fuel Tank Capacity: 14.5


Weights and Capacities

Front Wheel Size: 19.0 x 9.0
Rear Wheel Size: 19.0 x 8.0
Front Wheel Diameter: 19.0
Front Wheel Width: 9.0
Rear Wheel Diameter: 19.0
Rear Wheel Width: 8.0
Tire Type: Summer Performance
Front Tire Description: 265/30R19XL 93Y
Rear Tire Description: 245/35R19XL 93Y


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