The ABT Sportsline development centre is located between Kaufbeurer Straße and Johann-Abt-Straße in Kempten (Germany). The last stage of the design work for the new SQ5 Aerokit is currently in process in this institution. This is also where the top-of-the-line model recently received a 20 percent power boost to 425 HP (313 kW) and that should definitely be visible as well. After all, the standard model “only” has 354 HP (260 kW). The maximum torque is increased by the installed ABT Engine Control (AEC) unit – from 500 to 550 Nm. CEO Hans-Jürgen Abt explains: “The first renderings already give a very good indication of what customers can look forward to: We are bringing visible tailpipes back! You can also decide whether you prefer the wide body or the slightly slimmer version. Additional options are also available.”
The basic variant of the new ABT Aerokit for the latest SQ5 includes a front skirt with an aggressive design, door strip attachments and a distinctive rear skirt set, which also comprises a resonant rear muffler for the 3-liter turbo gasoline engine. With its black chrome-plated tailpipes, it impresses acoustically and visually. For all those who still find that too discreet, the German company has another ace up its sleeve: the ABT Widebody Aerokit. Attractive fender extensions are also included as well as additional extras. Optionally, SQ5 owners can order ABT Fender Inserts with air slots as well as an ABT Rear Wing with a particularly beautiful design.
But the ensemble is not complete without a set of matching ABT alloy wheels which are available in different designs, sizes and finishes: the wide body version even makes it possible to mount 22 inch sport rims on the SQ5, to create an even clearer distinction from the standard models. These are available in the GR, DR and FR designs with TÜV certificate. If 22 inches are a bit too much, owners can choose the 21 inch ABT DR and the 20 inch ER-C, each in “gun-metal”. Other options include the 21 inch FR in “mystic black” or the 20 inch GR, which can be ordered in “matt black” or “glossy black”. The attractive rims stand out even more in combination with the new ABT suspension components – the development of these elements, which will also add visually effective lowering, is nearly completed.
As a special extra, the optional ABT Integrated Entrance Light projects the ABT logo onto the floor when the door is opened, providing a special eyecatcher during the season of shorter days.
