The new Audi Q5 for Europe introduces an innovative feature with an additional brake light, different from what is seen on American models.
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In addition to the traditional third brake light on the roof spoiler, the Q5 features an extra light on the rear glass, integrated into the lower part of the spoiler. This interrupted light bar is wider than the conventional brake light, making it more visible to those behind and helping to alert other drivers when the Q5 is braking.
While the European Audi SQ5 has multiple red bars, the American model will project “Quattro” onto the rear glass, a practice prohibited in Europe as it is considered advertising.
The 2025 Q5, like other recent Audi models, offers configurable lights both front and rear, with matrix LED headlights and customizable OLED tail lights that can alert to accidents and breakdowns.
Although some view these lighting features as an interesting innovation, others might see them as mere gimmicks. Compared to the fully electric Q6 E-Tron, the Q5 maintains an attractive design and now includes real exhaust tips, while avoiding the controversial split lights of the Q6.
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