2009 Audi Q5 Consumer Reviews

Q5 is best choice I could have made

Written by: Kim in Seattle on 10/11/2009

Vehicle

2009 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Was driving an S-line A6 for past 2 years and while it was great it was too big for me. The Q5 has the luxury of the A6 and the nimbleness of the A4 all packaged in a functional SUV. I have wanted a mini SUV for years but they all look like 'soccer mom' cars until the Q5. That's what made the difference. The exterior is so aggressive and sporty vs 'cute'. One touch of the power hatch lift button and I can get my bike in the cargo area or pack up for a road trip. My husband wanted to keep the A6 and even he admits the Q5 is pretty cool.

Favorite Features

Exterior styling, panoramic sunroof, auto hatchback button, AWD

Suggested Improvements

A bit more interior luxury - would have liked to have the push button glove box opener and walnut cover on the cup holders like in the A6. These seem like simple and inexpensive little touches that would have made the luxury perfect.

4 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Transmission default

Written by: alex on 10/06/2009

Vehicle

2009 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Although a very good looking car and fun to drive at high speeds, this car transmission technology is still too new and Audi has not full control over it, I have a default transmission, and am not the only one, they have no right answers as how to fix it, they first exchange the mechatronics which has nothing to do with the jerking of the transmission in the lower gears, and after trying different things and not being able to repair the car their best solution is to replace the entire transmission in a vehicle that has less than 2800 miles. That to me as a customer is unacceptable.

Favorite Features

outside looking, interior design

Suggested Improvements

transmission, customer service

19 out 23 people found this review helpful

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Audi Q5 - Great SUV!

Written by: Phil in Dallas on 09/14/2009

Vehicle

2009 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

My wife in on her second Audi (first an A4, now an A6). I'm the "designated SUV driver" in the family. I had a 5 year old Nissan Murano, which performed well and was a good value, but I've always been jealous of my wife's Audi(s). I looked at several mid-sized SUV's as a replacement, but none compared with the Q5. It drives like a sport sedan, with all of the comfort and convenience of a SUV. The size is perfect for getting around downtown and parking spaces, but it feels very large inside.

Favorite Features

The fit and finish are first class and have a high end feel, as is generally the case with Audi. The design of the interior can't be beat and overall, a very good use of space. Aggressive looking exterior.

Suggested Improvements

Agree with other reviewers regarding the large ash tray in the front console. This space would have been much better used as storage for a cell phone or other items.

9 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Awesome, almost perfect, Audi

Written by: Elle on 08/28/2009

Vehicle

2009 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

This car looks and handles great. It is fun to drive, has plenty of cargo space, and has a great sound system. I came from a Mercedes with every bell and whistle imaginable and with this car, don't miss it. I agree that the side mirrors are too big and take getting used to. I do also agree the the shifting of the gears when breaking can be a little jerky- I may just need to get used to it.

Favorite Features

Looks, drive, and size.

Suggested Improvements

Smaller side view mirrors. Automatic trunk closer on premium model. Larger center console space. Speedometer is set up strangely though, you can have the speed displayed digitally on the dash.

8 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Best In Its Class

Written by: Bignewf on 08/27/2009

Vehicle

2009 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I traded in my 2004 VW Touareg V8 with 125,000 miles. I love this new car. It drives like a dream, a sports car feel with the high ride of an SUV. The interior is simply elegant (I got the Cinnamon brown leather and deep blue exterior), premium plus with Navigation and 19inch wheels. My closest choice was the Volvo XC60, which is also a great car, but the MMI system on the Audi is just, well, cool. The volvo's nav feels very old school and clunky. My only criticism of this car is that when the back seats fold down, there is a gap across the cargo area that a dog's feet could get caught in. Also, the MMI phone system is a dial rather than buttons and plugging in for voicemail is a pain.

Favorite Features

Elegant interior finish, comfort, smooth ride and tight steering. MMI system is awesome and voice control is pretty accurate and intuitive.

Suggested Improvements

Fix fold down back seats to be flt and remove gap. Fix MMI phone system with touch screen.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Great Ride & Performance- GPS lacking

Written by: metsknicksfan on 08/26/2009

Vehicle

2009 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

My 2009 Prestige Q5 rides like a sport sedan. Great acceleration (especially in sport mode), and responsive steering. I was really surprised on my first all highway trip (approx 75 miles), when I averaged 29.1 mpg! The ride is a bit bumpy on side street streets. Great access to rear storage due to low entry. Seats fold easily. Bang and Olefsun sound system is awesome. The GPS leaves a lot to be desired. The "point of interest's" do not let you choose ANY retail stores. Good luck trying to find nearest Home Depot, Staples, Target, or supermarket- NOT HAPPENING. The restaurant search is a basic listing- can't choose cuisine- Italian, Japanese, etc. My $200 Garmin GPS is far superior.

Favorite Features

Sport mode shifter, B and O sound system, Keyless entry, handling, fuel efficiency, great visibility from drivers seat, back up camera, awesome panoramic roof, large side mirrors, Blue tooth, overall body styling, rear center fold down/pass through , hill descent control, voice activated commands.

Suggested Improvements

GPS- 40 gig storage (10 gig for music), but cannot search specific retail stores (only shopping centers), nor restaurants by cuisine. If you need to search only specific address's, it works well. The MMI system is a bit confusing, requires a 60 minute training session. Make user friendly please!

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Audi owner

Written by: audialways on 08/16/2009

Vehicle

2009 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

This is my sixth Audi and the second SUV. Although I love the Q7, I didn't need one that big. I traded it in for the new Q5 and I have thoroughly enjoyed it. Audis are very strong and safe cars to drive; they handle the roads so well; especially in these New England winters. There is a sense of security when driving them that I have not felt with other brands.

Favorite Features

The quattro system.

Suggested Improvements

A manual that's less wordy and more simple to understand.

5 out 7 people found this review helpful

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So thrilled

Written by: newb2audi on 07/20/2009

Vehicle

2009 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Previous car was a Subaru 08 STI 5 dr hatch. Speed, agility, utilitarian use best describes our needs. STI proved to be too low for driving on VT pot hole roads. So what was out there that would be fun to drive, quick acceleration, a great solid ride, not too fancy in appearance and interior, yet functional? My friends on facebook submitted their suggestions, this is how I came across the q5! In traffic, great visibility, amazing control maneuvering slow pokes. Quiet. An overall sense of being in your own world with its secure solid build. Great turning into parking spaces. The vehicle drives and feels small. We bought the premium model, base with some options which kept the price down.

Favorite Features

Visibility, no blind spots. Massive sun roof. The room! I can fit my road bike in cargo area with seats down flat. Seats are comfortable. Looks, a classy, simple well thought out design inside and out.

Suggested Improvements

Bluetooth, my premium model has buttons for it, icon on steering wheel, but no bluetooth, the only q5 that has "Complete" function is available on high end model. Some options should be standard given price of q5.

24 out 24 people found this review helpful

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Great Crossover SUV

Written by: rb on 07/20/2009

Vehicle

2009 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I bought the Q5 after driving a Jeep Grand Cherokee for the last 5 years. I loved my jeep and hated to give it up but the build quality was poor and gas mileage was terrible. I wanted a higher quality vehicle that still could function as a SUV but drove well and offered better gas mileage. The Q5 fits the bill. The Q5 has a high ground clearance and decent cargo room. It handles great and I’ve been getting 25 MPG + at 75 MPH. The cabin is quiet, the seats are comfortable and the visibility is very good. This car provides great car performance with the functionality (functions you use 99% of the time) of a SUV. This is one of the best reviewed luxury SUV’s on the market and I can see why!

Favorite Features

The sunroof is amazing - especially sitting in the back seat! The audio is amazing with the SD and IPOD connections. Great gas mileage for an all-wheel drive vehicle.

Suggested Improvements

Get rid of the ashtrays and make the space more useful. Also, an auto dimming mirror with compass should be standard. Other than that, the car is amazing.

11 out 11 people found this review helpful

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Absolutely the "best crossover" now!!

Written by: bi on 07/19/2009

Vehicle

2009 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Test drove many SUV / crossovers in this segment including X3 and RX350. Hands down Audi Q5 won. I have owned it now for three (3) weeks -and- the car is simply perfection in all aspects from comfort to performance.

Favorite Features

Very fact - that this is the ONLY car review I ever wrote shows that there are too many favorite features to list. Overall - a joy to own!!

Suggested Improvements

None.

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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