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Very reliable SUV!
Bill, 01/26/2016
updated 01/31/2022
2016 Audi Q5 TDI Prestige quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
39 of 41 people found this review helpful
We bought the 2016 3.0 TDI prestige package with all options and initially we are very happy with the choice we made. Fuel economy is still very good and the handling is excellent. The only minor inconveniences are that it lacks USB ports and the color navigation screen is not touch screen which makes it somewhat cumbersome. This model year does not come with apple iPhone interface. This technology is available in much less expensive American and Chinese made SUV's. The steering wheel media/phone controls are very limited in their functions. In order to change audio tracks you need to reach down to the knob that is located on the center counsel making you have to momentarily remove your eyes from the road. The location of the cruise control is also very bad. Again you need to remove your eyes from the road in order to not confuse it with the turn signal switch which is located above the CC switch. Other then that it has a very comfortable ride for an SUV.
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Early impression of a 2016 Q5 TDI
Q5 TDI driver, 11/26/2015
2016 Audi Q5 TDI Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
38 of 41 people found this review helpful
I've become a big fan of diesels for their driving characteristics and efficiency. The Q5 TDI does not disappoint. This SUV is very quick with little turbo lag, which gives a lot of confidence pulling out into traffic and merging, whether from a stop or at highway speeds. The engine is very refined. For a family of 4 I felt the Q5 was the right size. I also liked the 3L TDI over the 2L offerings in BMW and MB. There is not much of a hit in mugs going with the 3L, since I have been getting around 30 mpg around town and mid 30s on the highway. The seats are comfortable, although they could be softer. The lumbar support is good. The sound quality of the Bang and Olufsen sound system is very good. The MMI infotainment system takes time to get the hang of, but is logical once you learn your way around. Most selections are made using the center console, since there are not many buttons on the steering wheel. I'm enjoying the panoramic roof more than I expected since it fills the interior with light and makes the car feel even roomier. I have the 20 inch wheels and I'm pleased that this does not make the ride harsh. This SUV has a firm ride and handles more like a sedan. Even on a 6 hour drive I did not feel fatigued and felt confident driving in a torrential rainstorm. Looking forward to seeing how it handles the snow, once I put the 17 inch blizzaks on. So far, very satisfied with my purchase.
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New owner
New Owner, 02/17/2018
updated 08/29/2022
2016 Audi Q5 TDI Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
First review at 200 miles, then 29k now 60k but as before have thoroughly enjoyed it and will keep it on long term basis. As before, I love the performance, road manners and great mileage; have obviously replaced tires, but have two sets of wheels/tires, anticipate brakes reasonably soon and normal maintenance, still thoroughly enjoy it great road car fantastic mileage abundant performance.
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I named mine Danica
Audi Owner, 12/04/2022
updated 01/10/2023
2016 Audi Q5 TDI Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My wife and I nicknamed out 2016 Q5 “Danica”, because like its namesake, Danica Patrick, it is tough as nails and fast as hell, but it always looks beautiful and classy. Many things about our Q5 TDI are surprising - mostly good and a few not so good. It has great acceleration and sports sedan-like handling, unbelievable efficiency for its size, and top-of-the line build quality. It also has surprising poor technology for the model year, and unusable voice recognition. The over sized outside mirrors give a panoramic view rearward, but create a very large blind spot that can be disconcerting, to say the least. Overall I’d say it was the best vehicle in its class in 2016, the last model year that the Diesel engine was offered. The 3.0 liter diesel is perfectly suited to this car, and it’s a pity that engine had to be scrapped in subsequent years. UPDATE: I own a 2016 Q5 TDI after my first 2014 model was totaled in a flood. I was pleased and delighted to find a replacement. Where do I begin? The turbo diesel is simply the best possible engine for this SUV, by far. It is extremely quick, and combined with the sports car like suspension it’s a bona fide sporting rival to the 2017 Audi S3 that I also own - but with much more room and utility. The one drawback - as others have mentioned - is the surprising lack of technology in a car of this generation, at this price point. I literally have to plug a phone charger into the cigarette lighter to charge a phone. That’s ridiculous. But that omission pales in comparison to the car’s merits: high quality interior, top notch construction, remarkable fuel efficiency, and sports sedan-like handling. This vehicle has it all. My Audi dealer sends repeated offers to buy this car back from me in exchange for a newer model, but since the diesel is irreplaceable, and it’s the best engine ever offered in the Q5, I will never trade it for a newer Q5.
The Last of the Great Diesels
G Peter Pushkas, 04/05/2019
updated 10/31/2022
2016 Audi Q5 TDI Premium Plus quattro 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbodiesel 8A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
VW was successful in killing the diesel cars in the U.S. For many reasons, it was a shame since a frugal, low revving, torquey (is there such a word?) engine is ideal for the type of driving we do. Having owned a convertible Beetle TDI and a Mercedes ML 350 Bluetec, I wanted to get a slightly used diesel that would last me several years (or for the rest of my life - I am 75 years old). The Q5 was an ideal choice, and while I have only driven 2200 miles the first month of ownership, I think it will do fine. Update after 9000 miles - I continue to enjoy the advantages of a powerful diesel engine with excellent fuel consumption and reliability. Update after 17500 miles - COVID-19 really slowed down my travels. The Q5 continues to perform extremely well - no problems whatsoever. I have changed the oil once - that's about it. I am approaching the next required service at 65000 miles which includes a wide range of services and which will be quite expensive. I continue to feel that the car is worth it, though. Update at 60000 miles: still no problems. I have changed the oil, oil, air, cabin and fuel filters (the latter was a difficult job) and the car continues to perform flawlessly. I love the torque between 2000-3000 rpm. 76000 flawless miles as of Oct 2022, the only problem is the looming diesel fuel shortage which has already pushed the price so high that one of the diesel's advantages - fuel efficiency - is less appealing. When my Mercedes 550 S Cabrio gets 27 miles on 4 dollar gas and the Audi 32 miles on 5 dollar fuel, it is becoming a toss up. But the little grocery getter is still a blast to drive!
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