Starting grid
29th pole position for Sebastian VETTEL
37th pole position for Red Bull as constructor
192th pole position for Renault as engine builder
Average : 203.028 km/h
Initially unqualified, R. Barrichello was permitted to start.
| Driver | Penalty | Reason |
| Pastor MALDONADO (17th) | Demoted by 10 places | Exceeding quota of engines |
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