2025 Shanghai Auto Show: Audi debuts five models

Abu Dhabi : The Audi Q5L, the A5L, the A5L Sportback, and the A6L e-tron along with E5 Sportback from the new brand AUDI, are making their debut.

The Audi has debuted five models for the Chinese market at the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show. The lineup features the A5L, A5L Sportback, Q5L, A6L e-tron and E5 Sportback from China-only brand AUDI. The initiative demonstrates Audi's commitment to electric mobility. With local partners FAW and SAIC, Audi aims to lead the trend in China and globally.

Loaded with Modern Platform Combustion and Premium Platform Electric

The new cars housing combustion engines are built on the Premium Platform Combustion with advanced 48-volt mild-hybrid technology. On the other hand, the all-electric cars are based on Premium Platform Electric. Here’s more about the powertrains:

Model	Tech	Capacity	Range	Sprint time 0-100kmph
Audi A5L	48-volt mild-hybrid	NA	NA	NA
Audi A5L Sportback	48-volt mild-hybrid	NA	NA	NA
Audi Q5L	48-volt mild-hybrid	NA	NA	NA
Audi A6L e-tron	800-volt architecture	107 kWh	up to 770kms	NA
AUDI E5 Sportback	800-volt architecture	100 kWh	up to 770kms	3.4 seconds

Design Highlights 

• The next-generation versions of these cars enhance comfort and safety. Here are some of the talking points of the exteriors:
• Audi A5L – Wheelbase is 77 mm longer than the global model of the A5
• Audi A5L Sportback – Distinctive rear design with dynamic proportions of a typical Audi Sportback
• Audi Q5L – Wheelbase is 125mm longer than the global version
• Audi A6L e-tron - Wheelbase is 132mm longer as compared to the standard model
• AUDI E5 Sportback – AUDI badging at the front and the rear instead of the four-ring logo

These design changes in the new cars lend them a more dynamic and powerful look.

Futuristic Interiors

• The new models come with new features enabling maximum comfort and space. Here are some of the highlights:
• Audi A5L - A human-centric interior with MMI panoramic and a passenger display
• Audi A5L Sportback – Advanced combined driver-assistant functions
• Audi Q5L – Large wheelbase significantly increases interior comfort
• Audi A6L e-tron - 14.5-inch touchscreen infotainment, a 10.9-inch passenger display and an 11.9-inch virtual cockpit.
• AUDI E5 Sportback – 27-inch 4K connected display and OS powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 8295 Chipset

Combined with China’s digital ecosystem and innovations, these vehicles are tailor-made for tech-savvy customers.

Price and Availability in the UAE 

As of now, these models are centred towards the Chinese markets. Hence, there is no information on price and availability for the UAE market.