25 of 49 people found this review helpful
By tofinochris on 12/11/12 11:13 AM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
Review
We've owned a Premium Plus (3.2) Q5 for around four months and have driven it extensively in city and on highway.
It's a fine vehicle, very comfortable, and has plenty of power.
However, there are many small issues with the car that really boggle the mind at the $50k-ish price.
1. The multimedia system is, frankly, awful. It's design that feels a decade old, the control dial scrolls things the opposite way from other consumer devices (eg iPod), and the menu system is convoluted.
2. The GPS is completely useless. The maps provided with the car are at least 4-5 years old and the routing is poor.
3. The gas cap cover has broken already, 4 months in. Flimsy construction.
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2 of 13 people found this review helpful
By gmudan on 10/24/12 18:24 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2012 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
Review
Audi Q5 2012 my first and last suv.
great to drive quiet, fun great handling, suspension, steering and trans, can be adjusted to your taste,
all in all its the best
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6 of 9 people found this review helpful
By krosenquist on 10/06/12 12:09 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Review
Overall, great car.
However, I would alert families to that the 2 tailpipes are nice looking but extend too far out from the car.
I have a crescent shaped burn on my shin when I let the dog out of the back.
Three small boys eating a snack off the back nearly missed being burned by these pipes.
Since these events, I've noticed that most car makers do a better job of hiding the tail pipe under the bumper.
Also, rear door does not stop quickly enough and for small objects in it's line of descent to a closed position.
My son who is only 9 had it push down on him.
If you can't get bags, body parts or dog paws out of the way in time, it could dangerous.
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43 of 44 people found this review helpful
By jolietjay on 08/15/12 22:55 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Review
We just passed 20k miles on a 2012 2.0T Premium Plus; and just passed the 1 year anniversary of buying this vehicle.
Overall this has been a great crossover SUV.
Made it through the Chicago Winter and I found myself driving it more than my 2010 4Runner with 4WD.
The AWD is great in the snow and on icy roads.
The front seats offer a lot of room, and at 6'3" AND 250 lbs.....I fit in this car just fine.
Plenty of head room.
More head room than most full size SUVs.
The back section doesn't offer as much storage space as a full size SUV, but the back seats to fold (almost) flat to make a pretty good sized cargo space.
If you need to haul a lot on a long trip, the integrated roof rails
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7 of 7 people found this review helpful
By cheapiam on 08/10/12 19:38 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Review
Amazingly fun to drive.
Averaging over 25 mpg in mixed driving with a high of 29 and a low of 23.
Transmission is quiet and smooth (unless I drive really hard, you don't even notice the shifts).
Virtually no oil loss over my last oil change (7000 plus miles).
Get the Audi Care Package as Service Costs are high.
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21 of 66 people found this review helpful
By claimbo on 06/30/12 16:09 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Review
The Audi Q5 is a wonderful addition to the Audi line up. This vehicle is traditional Audi with all the bells and whistles that makes an Audi and Audi. Great pick up and tight steering.
It drives just as a German car should drive. The 8 speed automatic transmission is very smooth. The keyless entry and push button actions are what one would expect from a luxury vehicle.
It is fun to drive. Mine came with the technology package which is a bit disappointing.
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14 of 42 people found this review helpful
By rosiegirl on 06/05/12 13:46 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Review
I think my title says it all! My last car was a top of the line X5 , with everything on it. I paid cash for it brand new. I owned it for 7 years....problems, little niggly ones, all the time. Trim that didn't fit, rattles, BMW issues! I loved driving that car though.
My Q5...leased it as I was wary about buying...everything has been perfect since day one. The fit and finish are perfect, driving it's wonderful and the dealer is 100% hassle free.Including the free car washes!
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15 of 19 people found this review helpful
By realpicky on 05/16/12 15:21 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2012 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
Review
This is a very nice car/cross over.
Fun ride but you can feel all road blemishes.
It handles extremely well.
Very responsive steering. It has surprising acceleration. Excellent headlights.
Not a wimpy looking cross over so as a guy, you won't be embarrassed.
The Multi Media System... well lets just say they blew it (see below).
My wife can't figure it out so she sticks with FM stations.
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13 of 13 people found this review helpful
By peteq5 on 03/10/12 19:44 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Review
Recently purchased the Q5 Premium with what appears to be the standard Option list in my area of Heated Seats, Sunroof, and Convenience Package.
Only other option was the Monsoon Grey paint (I hate the extra charge for Paint).
Car drives like an A4 with better utility.
Gas mileage has been on the higher side (I drive mainly on a Parkway - with Stop & Go Traffic).
Deceptively fast as you almost always feel you are going slower then the Speedo indicates, and quite smooth for an CUV.
I should have ordered a Premium Plus stripped for the same base price, but did not want to wait 6 extra weeks.
Best description, a Sports sedan in CUV body!
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15 of 48 people found this review helpful
By charles98 on 02/18/12 16:45 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Review
Purchased the car new. Love everything about the car with the exception that from day one the brake squeaks, especially before it is going into a complete stop. In addition, the car produces a ton of brake dust: it will coat all the wheels with this dark metallic powder just a few days after cleaning, which completely messes up the appearance of the car, makes you feel like dressed up in a piece of brand new suit matched with a pair of stinky, worn out sneakers!
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