Used 2015 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A) Consumer Reviews
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Love this car!
LovemyQ5, San Francisco, CA, 09/08/2015
Audi Q5 2.0T Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
21 of 21 people found this review helpful
Not too big and not too small, perfect size SUV for me. Handling is great, nav tech can be improved (needs to be more intuitive but I have adapted), overall great ride. Bang and Oluf upgrade has awesome surround sound preferences. Its been 6 months, 2 long road trips with mountain driving, no flat tires or any other issues. I was worried about compact trunk space but my medium dog fits fine along with my groceries/travel baggage.
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Hits the Sweet Spot
Tim from WI, Lombard, IL, 06/29/2018
updated 07/12/2022
Audi Q5 2.0T Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
I'm a picky person. I've driven many different types of cars, trucks and SUVs in my lifetime (I'm in my fifties) and have never really owned a vehicle that I would say hit the ideal sweet spot or did just about everything. But the Q5 does just that for me. Interior: beautifully laid out with comfortable seats for the long ride and leather surfaces where the leather looks new all the time with no cracks because Audi does not stretch the leather. Electronics take awhile to learn but are fairly intuitive. Exterior: very German, very nice lines, turns heads. Ride: smooth and comfortable. Ignore all those reviews that talk about the suspension being overly stiff. I wouldn't even use the word "stiff" to describe it. Yes, it is firmer than a Lexus or a Buick but those cars are just too soft and feel like minivans to me. The Audi feels sportier and absorbs the bumps nicely but you are still connected to the road. Handling: steering is precise or sloppy and cornering is very good unlike other SUVs with some body roll when entering an interchange which is not unusual for the height of this car or class. I have not driven in the snow yet so cannot comment but rain was very good. Power: very responsive and great acceleration off the block and at passing speeds. More power than you would ever need. Can tow up to 4,400 pounds which is very good. Safety: Excellent ratings by the government and top safety pick by IIHS. The blind spot indicators on large mirrors are very helpful. Disappointments: the lumbar seating adjustment could be a bit firmer for me, but not too bad. Could have more storage for spare change (I use the ash try which is very small). The phone charging takes place in the glove compartment so your phone is not handy although it is connected through bluetooth. I know, safer that way but I like to be able to grab my phone when I need to. Update: 42,000 miles and still very smooth and enjoyable ride. No complaints! Had to replace an exterior panel around the license plate due to paint peeling but the dealer did it with no complaints free of charge. The car is 4 years old but still turns heads. Update: 70,000 Cross country trip to FL and replaced belt. A few false mechanical lights come on occasionally but still very reliable. Leather showing no cracks which is something I've only seen in an Audi. Update: 85,000 Very reliable car. No major mechanical issues and no squeaks. Though I had an issue with the fuel filler door sticking and will likely need to fix. Very smooth ride still. I occasionally get comments when at the gas station asking if the car is brand new. I plan on owning this SUV for 3 more years and will probably go electric - likely the Audi E-Tron which is similar to the Q5. Update: Sold at 98,000 miles as timing chain and water pump were due to be replaced at a cost of $5,000. German cars are great cars but too expensive to maintain.
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Great Ride, but a few issues!
TJ Wheeler, Houston, TX, 01/29/2016
updated 04/17/2019
Audi Q5 2.0T Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
30 of 33 people found this review helpful
I have had my 2015 Audi Q5 for about a year now, replacing a 2009 Acura RDX which I loved. The Audi is beautifully finished, and an extremely comfortable vehicle. I have had minor issues with rattles and noises, including having to change the hinges on the rear passenger door. In also long for some of the technology that I had in my 2009 Acura, like knowing the tire pressure in each tire. I also find the blue-tooth entertainment system unfriendly to use, and the audio response quite poor. Frequently, the numbers are wrong. You can say "six" and end up with a seven in the number. Handling is good, though the electronic steering takes some time to get used to. I miss the tightness (& lower body roll ) of the Acura, but over time have gotten to where I really like my Audi. Last, for a 2015 model, the interface with your mobile phone is horrid. The Hyundai Sonata unfortunately has a better interface than the Audi. If you are looking for a good, comfortable car, this one is for you. If you are looking for "technology", the Audi may not be your vehicle. Update: After multiple recalls and driving the car since November with the electronic cooling system disconnected (by an Audi Dealer) with no fix in site, I have gotten rid of the car. Loss from initial purchase is over 60%. Pathetic!
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My fourth Audi and second Q5
John, Beaverton, OR, 12/20/2018
Audi Q5 2.0T Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have owned two A4's and then two Q5's, all have been great cars. One significant engine seal issue on the second A4 (2009) but other than that no reliability issues at all. The Q5's have been awesome, great performance, handling, and great on snow and ice. They will flat get up and go in sport mode. There have been a few minor recalls lately, nothing major, but definitely an inconvenience. Other than that I have been very happy.
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I LOVE MY AUDI
Ashley, Gainesville, GA, 01/21/2016
Audi Q5 2.0T Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
Female, in my early 20's and I love my Audi Q5! I have put a few thousand miles (still under 20k) on this Audi so far and bought the Audi Care with it, brand new. I love the sound system, the navigation system, the buttons, the lights, the controls, the handling, and the traction. The performance on sport mode is phenomenal, I hit over 120mph and it handled amazingly well at such high speeds! I have drove it through rain, gravel, grass, dirt, not *yet snow.... Excellent handling! Very sleek and fancy interior, my favorite thing is the sunroof. I don't have any kids, but I would assume the back seat is average, not large or too small. I travel a lot, it goes for an average of 450 miles before needing another fill up. There is so much technology I have yet to figure out everything, but the more I learn the more I love it!
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