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5 out of 5 stars

I loved my 2012 Q5 so much I bought a 2016!

tomarcoleo@gmail.com, 09/27/2016
updated 09/29/2017
2016 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful

I purchased a new 2012 Q5 2.0T and drove it for over 120,000 miles without any problems. It drove like a sports sedan and I regularly got over 30 mpg. I am now own a 2016 Q5 2.0T and am amazed that with all the updates, the new one is even better. Fantastic car!

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5 out of 5 stars

My third q5

Rich, 09/10/2016
updated 09/21/2017
2016 Audi Q5 3.0T Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful

Traded in a 2.0 liter q5. For loaded 3.0. Just love this vehicle. It is heavier then the 2.0 and better in ice and snow. The 3.0 liter is very quick and really goes when you need it. It is quiet with windows up and the sun roof is huge with no vibration with Windows up. A first for me. Voice command could be better and that's my only complaint. Quiet ride which is stiff and secure which I prefer. Decided to buy before model change because I knew what I was getting and really like this model.

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5 out of 5 stars

Best vehicle I have ever owned

Jim, 01/03/2019
2016 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

I am buying this Q5 car once the lease is up! ... I've never done that before ... leased/owned over 20+ vehicles and this best one I have ever driven. I waited to write this review as I wanted to make sure I was as happy with my decision today as when I drove this car off the lot....well almost 3 years later I'm even more satisfied. Car is super quick, versatile on the HW and comfortable for long rides. I use premium gas, at least 89 octaine on all my cars...makes a big difference engine wise/ long term. What an incredible car!! A few suggestions...once the tires wear thin opt for Michelin LTX M/S replacements. You won't believe the difference in the ride/handling and they are rated to last a 80-100k. My only complaint is my 6 month visits to the shop to have the rail tracks on the massive moon roof greased...small rattle...but something I'm more than happy to live with. So glad I switched brands!!

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5 out of 5 stars

Can Rule the Road

QUEUE5, 03/15/2016
2016 Audi Q5 2.0T Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
24 of 28 people found this review helpful

Pros: Awesome interior Good speakers Driver view Cons: No USB ports Outdated technology Summary: I have had it only for a month and below are a few observations. The drive is really good and driver vantage points are numerous. Quite a good amount of legroom for the driver. The road looks well lit with the awesome lights. The parking assist is really helpful. A few minor hiccups are, there are no USB ports. Has one connector in the glove box to hook up an iPod classic or older generations. Can add the new iOS connector as an attachment but cannot have the phone connected to it and Bluetooth on at the same time. Got only the Audi care package included and declined the packages for paint n dent protection. Got a ski rack included with the vehicle, it's lying indoors and will stay dead till the year I ski. A prospective buyer should probably negotiate for a cargo carrier if not interested in the ski rack. The drive and music are good, will know about the maintanence costs only after a few years.

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4 out of 5 stars

Great car as long as there is not a problem.

Len, 10/14/2016
updated 04/17/2018
2016 Audi Q5 3.0T Prestige quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl S/C 8A)
24 of 28 people found this review helpful

This is our third Q5 in a row. When the car was 2 days old the backup warning system failed and I backed into a mailbox The dealer told me the system sensors needed a deep cleaning, which they did, but would not repair a small dent. I complained to Audi, they said it is up to the dealer because that would be covered under the warranty. The dealer said Audi refuses to pay for the damage. During the next six months the GPS would freeze and the MMS system would simply not turn on at times. I complained to the dealer again this times they told me there was an update to the software due to problems that Audi was having. The dealer and Audi Still refused to take responsibility for a failed system. This will be my last Audi not because the Q5 isn't a good car but because Audi does not back their vehicles like other companies I have dealt with in the past. It’s been over two years now and the car has been flawless.

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