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4.38 out of 5 stars

2013 Audi Q5 2.0 - Good so far

bkholay, 06/17/2013
2013 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
9 of 17 people found this review helpful

Have owned it for over a month now. The quality of interior and exterior is very good. The turbo responds well . I like the paddle shifters and the ability to temporarily switch to manual from automatic by using the paddle shifters when you need that extra power. The car is very easy to handle and responds well. But I am disappointed by the mpg. I am supposed to get 20/28 but I am getting 17 with 25% freeway / 75% city combination . I was hoping to get 21/22 at a minimum . I use premium gas (93) and I have already tried 3 different gas stations ( Exxon, Mobil, Sams). Do difference so far. I sold my MDX that was giving me 15 mpg for (25% freeway / 75% city combination ) and now I get 17 :( .

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Car

Q5hybrid, 08/08/2020
2013 Audi Q5 2.0T Prestige quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful

It is a hybrid however it more or less uses it on the performance side. The additional torque from the electric motors during normal driving makes the 2.0L engine feel like a monster. The only downside I have is the "hybrid" always attempts to start accelerating in full electric but the motors do not have enough power to move the Q5 around like a Prius does. It is more of a hybrid for the sport/power aspect rather than economy. As far as reliability I have not had any issues and have approximately 80k miles.

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5 out of 5 stars

Q5 Audi review

claimbo, 06/30/2012
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
28 of 77 people found this review helpful

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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5 out of 5 stars

My last car was a BMW X5, Audi rules!

rosiegirl, 06/05/2012
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
18 of 53 people found this review helpful

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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4.63 out of 5 stars

Great car, bad brake!

charles98, 02/19/2012
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
18 of 55 people found this review helpful

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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5 out of 5 stars

Q5

Dave Feldman, 07/09/2017
2012 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Reliable, safe, comfortable and fun to drive!

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4 out of 5 stars

My Audi CarPlay

monasun, 07/13/2018
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Out of all the car in the world, I chose this one. Sure I also wanted 35 mpg. But it get a true 28.1 on my first highway drive. And the comfort factor along with the B&0 speaker system. (Sweet). No problems so far. But I'm deciding on an extended warranty to address any expensive problems. I love this car...

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5 out of 5 stars

Gray Beast

Gator, 09/26/2018
updated 09/30/2019
2012 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

It’s been a trouble free car

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4 out of 5 stars

2013 Q5 Fun Ride

JP, 10/09/2023
2013 Audi Q5 3.0T Prestige quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought my 2013 Q5 new and ten years later it has 173,000 miles. Overall , it has been a fun, reliable car to drive. The first 100k miles were great with only regular maintenance. The next 50k miles were not so good. The Q5 requires a quart of oil about every 700 miles. I have had some major engine repairs, but seem to be in a good reliable place currently. I still like my Q5 and am aiming for 200k miles before I by it’s replacement. I will probably buy a Q7 at that time.

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4 out of 5 stars

Not a great value and oil issue

canqueusamdnc, 05/25/2020
updated 12/01/2020
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

Great vehicle, but expensive for what you get. Excessive oil consumption required expensive engine repair. Even after expensive engine repair, restarted consuming oil.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

2013 Q5 2.0T Quattro

zunoto, 01/20/2013
2013 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
41 of 169 people found this review helpful

Bought it December 28, 2012. convenience package. Amazing car, i do not miss my last two 4Runners(03,11), love to drive that Crossover, great look, gas mileage is decent (91, 93), tiptronic is so cool, fun driving on manual or automatic sport or just D. Came with Michelin tires, do not have nav but the screen for radio and blue tooth is the same look and size. Heated leather seat. takes time to know all the set up inside the car, just be patient you are in a Audi. Now i don't mind beeing stuck in traffic:)

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3 out of 5 stars

Turbo Lag spoils the fun

ChicagoDriver, 06/03/2018
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful

A really nice size little sport utility vehicle that has a really hard time after stoplight

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5 out of 5 stars

audi the best

gmudan, 10/25/2012
2012 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 32 people found this review helpful

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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5 out of 5 stars

My dream come true

Miss Erica, 12/26/2017
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Shop around for the lowest interest rate.

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5 out of 5 stars

Good device

George E, 01/17/2018
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Good SUV in looks and to drive.

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5 out of 5 stars

My sweet ride!

B Fair, 11/04/2022
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

This was my most favorite car ever!! I have a variety of vehicles in the past from a VW Bug to a Mercedes SLK. The Audi Q5 was hands down the best! Burns lots of oil even though there was no leak. Still, BEST car ever!

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5 out of 5 stars

Great car

Taeyang, 01/02/2023
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

It is so fantastic and reliable.

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5 out of 5 stars

NEVER owned an Audi

TonyKCS, 09/10/2024
2012 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

I'm an Adult now! I've owned trucks most of my life and after buying this LUXURY vehicle, I feel I should drive to the Hamptons.or Beverly Hills! I have gotten ALOT of looks from my white SUV. This engine is so quite and really gets you going FAST. Breaking, radius U-turning and acceleration are impressive. It was a BONUS to realize this S-Line had bigger wheels & the B&O 14 speaker system...even basic radio songs sound HD. I can see how the MMI dashboard can be confusing. I've only had one day and have ALOT of studying to do to decipher ALL the bells and whistles It SUCKS that in order to prolong the life of these "unreliable" (some say) vehicles, one MUST use premium gas(91 octane). I ❤ 🥰 THIS BEAUTIFUL, SLEEK SUV !!!

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3 out of 5 stars

Turbo Lag spoils the fun

ChicagoDriver, 06/03/2018
2012 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
0 of 3 people found this review helpful

A really nice size little sport utility vehicle that has a really hard time after stoplight

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4 out of 5 stars

Service

Edward Marti, 09/02/2023
2012 Audi Q5 3.2 Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is one of the best cars I ever have

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