I agree with you Matt. My ex-wife had a Q5 and drove it for 5 years before trading it in for an X3 Sport but, other than the better handling of the BMW, I really missed the more luxurious interior and more comfortable and spacious seats in the Audi. She had no problems with either car, but then again, was buying them new. Another good and perfectly honest review.
I have bought a Q5 2.0 TDI quattro (my 2011) in 2017 with manual transmission, and it works very well. With little manteinance and timing belt ok the car it's very perfect inside and outside (finished with a nice detailing Gyeon). No scratches, no elettrical problem no other issue in general, no strange consumption. In any case I follow the regular services in Audi and sometimes in not Audi service. Keep an eye on the Fuel Pump that sometime have an autodistuption. I suggest this SUV today that for me have a nice build quality in general! Nice car!
good vid as usual I have had the 3.0 tdi s-line 59 plate for 6 years paid 17k but it has been a quality motor had the gear box serviced at 95k and changed both door locks but besides oil and filter changes every 10k this has been the most reliable car I've owned testament to Audi no rush to change it still looks and drives mint.
It’s funny because my dad gets his cars from BCA auctions and we got one of these a couple years back. It was a 58 reg and we loved it. So modern for its age.
I no longer buy leather interiors - too hot or too cold, then need heating or ventilated - fabric seats work fine without the faff just tricky getting a nice car without leather seats.
@@irGuilty leather is lovely and feels great but you want them heated and ventilated if you can get that option or at least air con/climate control and heated seats so you can cool them in hot weather and warm them cold weather.
Fantastic Review! I bought mine last year and no regrets! The 2.0TDI is super economical, also its worth noting that it has one of the cheaper tax band for a SUV.
Great review Matt ... comparing the Screen mounted DAB retro fit to “something you’d find in Aldi between the garden furniture and the Ukuleles “ brilliant 👏👏👏😂
Excellent video as usual, Matt. My wife has a 2012 Q5 S Line 2.0TDi automatic with an Elite remap (210hp) and it's surprisingly quick, handles well for a jacked up "A4" and is very reliable but noisy. It comes with leather and heated seats which are very handy most of the year round if one has back problems! Wind noise from the huge wing mirrors can be a problem unless they've had a factory fitted modification which ours hasn't so we tape up the seams with black insulation tape. The doors and dashboard finish are somewhat plasticky for a car of this value and it's not insulated very well thus the road noise. Tyres can make a big difference to road noise too. The sound system is awful - very thin but not uncommon from German vehicles without upgraded hifi. Economy with the remap is outstanding and we get 35+ mpg in London and 45 mpg on at motorway speeds. Overall I'm not a fan and much prefer driving my old 2007 L322 Vogue SE but it always starts unlike the Range Rover! If you're in the market for a family estate then you could do a lot worse.
Great honest vid. I drove one just last week and covered 150 miles and it took me the first 100 miles to work out the heating controls, so definitely spot on with that. Agree it’s a great and comfortable drive
Q5 is definitely a very friendly sized car for UK roads. My sister upgraded her 2014 X4 to a 2018 X3 M Sport just this month and it’s pretty much the same size as the facelift 2019 Q7 which is way too big for a Q5 alternative
No desire whatsoever for any soft-roader(let alone an Audi (Aldi?😁)) yet I watched from start to finish, as I have most of your videos. Your reviews are honest yet entertaining, and I like that you’re not trying to ape any of the more established presenters out there. Nice work chap. 👍
Another great review. Ran a 2.0 TDI Quattro S line manual fews years back and really liked it. Dark peal metallic blue with suede and leather seats and 20 inch alloys. It looked the dogs. Try and get one with the B&O sound system as it's amazing. Even my one owner low mileage example with full Audi service history developed a couple of electrical faults . As recommended here keep some cash for unexpected faults.
You know why it was never serviced and I bet it wasn’t just the gearbox? was when bought new they were told it wouldn’t need an MOT for three years so in her mind if it didn’t break down before then and that’s probably when she also had it mind to exchange it for some new kerbside furniture then it simply wasn’t her problem
@@benmulleady7266 Just make sure it’s tyres and brakes are in reasonable condition - I’ve just put 4 P Zeros on for £225 each and brakes all round are about £1000.
Another top quality video! I had the pleasure of driving a 2020 BMW X4 30D today, would be great to see a review on one of the newer 3.0 BMW’s, I was blown away by the instant torque, fantastic car!
the most important thing about this car is that most engine repairs can be done with the engine inside, unlike with the Q7 which needs the engine removed for every little repair, which costs a fortune
Pretty sure VAG say their gear boxes are "sealed and need no servicing", which really means it's not going to need servicing under warranty or on a pre-paid plan. It's a mechanical doohickey with spinning bits of metal in oil, it will need servicing.
VAG I suspect, do say that but they’re not know for being completely honest. Audis of that era are renowned for the fragility of their DCT gearboxes and you should expect to have them repaired at some point which is not true of the BMW/Merc alternatives. If you go into ownership with that in mind and/or are lucky, then they’re not too bad.
A gearbox, IMHO, should last the life of the car and not 95k miles. You’re right though in that their not alone; BMW have gone down the DCT route with their latest 1 series - and associated X range - and gone away from torque converter autos which is a shame as they’re good for the life of the car. An honest, accurate and informative review as ever and agree that the Q5 is the sweet spot and it looks as if it’s aged well and will make a good alternative to a newer Kia/Hyundai.
Love all your videos hopefully not tempting fate I have a 2l 2007 petrol focus fully loaded had it since 2012 been all over the countryi in it 95 000 on original clutch and never let me down once brilliant car
I’ve always thought the Q5 was the Goldilocks of the Q range, the 7 being too big and ugly and the 3 being on the small side. The Q5 has just the right proportions imo.
The microphone sounds fine to me. Lots of road noise but that just might be the car? Take care and let’s start 2021 with kicking some ass (at work and in life I mean, not actually beat up people.)
I like the q5 for the reasons you stated the looks and good size around town. The interior is the one thing that puts me off looks the same as a 2008/09 a4
Isn't it strange how Land Rover gets slaughtered for unreliability all round the world ,yet on every US car TH-cam channel I watch BMW, Merc and Audi these brands are notorious for expensive problems and unreliability yet in the UK they have an almost bulletproof reputation ?
Audi seem to be notorious for long options lists including features that really should be standard. If I recall correctly, somebody at work has a 2015 RS3... and it doesn't even have cruise control. How is that not standard when my mid-spec 2012 208 has it, and cost about a third of the price?
Would be interesting to see how its brother the Macan compares 😉 A shame how 'luxury' German cars can't go over 100k without a new clutch/DMF or similar expensive gearbox work when Japanese cars I've had managed to exceed 140k with only minor work such as a new alternator, o2 sensor and some DIY adjustment of the window regulator. That having said in my current 1st gen Tiguan, despite dieselgate, a new DMF/Clutch ~95k, new bushes under warranty and some DIY elbow grease cleaning the 'throttle body' in the 2.0 TDI, the driving position, refinement and general niceness is still hard to match compared to the Japanese/Korean rivals I've driven, still consider it to be my favourite 'all-rounder' car.
@@HighPeakAutos Maybe I'm biased but my MK1 Tiguan handles and steers noticeably better than the MK2s I've driven. I prefer the less bloaty look/size. Also feels more expensive and better put together - the top hinged accelerator pedals in modern VW's feel cheap and nasty.
I have a 2016 190 TDI S-LINE Manual. It's not very interesting or exciting to drive but it is well-engineered. The boot is small for a car this size. B& O Sound is underwhelming. The heated seats are great in the winter. Quick enough when you need it to be. The metal trim at the gearstick is prone to unsightly dents. The glovebox has very little space because of the owner's manual shelf. 20-inch alloys Kerb easily. Dual Mass flywheel was an issue on my previous Golf. The indication of a problem is if you hear a rattling noise with the gearbox in neutral when you press the clutch. Not currently an issue on my 60K car. Average 38 MPG. If you stall the car when stopping at the traffic lights at the same time as the eco engine switch off cuts in, the electronics on the car get confused and you have to turn the ignition off, put it in neutral. It can take about 10 seconds to restart the car. 190 BHP is the power to go for-150 too low for the weight. If you tow a boat or horsebox, buy one with the factor installed towbar preparation(improved cooling system) as they overheat if you don't.
As others have said, the mic picked up a lot of road noise - having said that, it's an S line Audi so road noise comes as standard (one of the few things that does)
I have narrowed it down too two cars that once we are out of this poo hole, i WAS going to test drive an GSL AMG and an X1 Msport, but since watching your vids on the Q3 & 5, my options change.. looking to spend 12 - 14k
To me who is hard of hearing, the new microphone seems to be picking up all the background noise, not sure if it’s a good thing or a bad thing, once you pointed it out I noticed it more, if that makes sense. Back to the car, a leather interior and no heated seats is a bit naff.
Matt, you say "if you buy the Quattro 4wd" as if there's any other option. The Q5 range is 100% Quattro 4wd. Thats kinda the point of them and their USP. Having said that, good review as always, and enjoyed yet another video. Keep it up Pal, would like to meet/ deal with you one day!
I have been waiting for a review of the Q5 although I was nervous about what your thoughts might be. (I have a 2009 Q5 2.0 TFSI). I got out of a Nissan Xtrail T30 2009 when it reached 260000kms. I had considered another Xtrail, Subaru Forester etc.,wanted something SUV like and something different. The Q5 came up at the same price as an X trail or Forester but it had 80-100,000kms less on the clock for the same money. So far it has been a fabulous car and chalk and cheese compared to my chicken out choices. I haven't had a problem with the heater controls but the sat nav is from another time. I know that Q5s have issues like every other car but so far these issues are no more difficult to solve than the ones I had with the Xtrail. Btw I just did the DSG service.
When you bought this car and then realised the gearbox needs £2500 spent on it to get it fixed, doesn't that sort of take away any hope of a profit when you try and sell it? Is this one of those 'bad' cars you get every now and then. Anyway I love these videos keep doing them. You're amazing at presenting on camera
Commodious?! You totally googled some synonyms for “roomy” before this recording, Matt! Great vid, as always. 😂 I enjoyed my 09 Q5 but I found the acceleration disappointing. Picking up more sound from outside for this vid perhaps?
As usual I watch your videos on my big screen tv + cinema sound system and I jumped from the sofa when the video started. Unfortunately too much noise and not enough sound of the voice. But as usual content really nice!!
Thanks Matt but No Thanks as our main dealership is renowned for being Stingy where it comes to extras on his Audi cars which is the reason I would not drive one again - ever. Incidentally I am looking at an XC Volvo 2018 as my next vehicle of choice.
In answer to the question should you buy an Audi Q5 For me, naa. Sline rides like it has flat tyres, I found the 7 speed box was snatchy when cold and moving off, the 3 l diesel allegedly can have dodgy timing chains and the 3l petrol has or used to have thermostat issues which costs north of £750 to fix.
Agree the Q5 is the best among the Q range. Got myself a 3.0tdi with the 7 speed. Very powerful, smooth and economical i stay under 8L/100km, unless pulling a trailer then it jumps to 11. It is very agile for it’s size. Unfortunately am also out of luck with the gearbox, am looking at a complete rebuild for about 3.000€ which is about 1/3 of the cars current value...that hurts. And there is a huge blind spot, its the inside review mirror, at the right angle and distance it will hide a whole person or worse a car approaching from the right. And am pretty sure all Q5 were equipped with Quattro as standard 🤔
Sound quality a lot better! Do you know much about the VW Eos from 2006 to 2010? Reliability? What to look out for? Any info would be much appreciated.
Hi just wanted to have a peace of advice planning to buy one 2009 model of Audee Q5 Diesel the price is Good enough but im worry about the milage 225k kilometers for a 13yrs old Car.what can you advise to check on the car?
I found the rear seats in the Q5 horrible compared to the X3 and if fitting child seats in the back next to no room for people sitting in the front, I couldn't even open the glove box fully.
I had the '08 model.. was great to drive... when it worked.. had so many problems. Don't trust them, expensive to maintain and more expensive to repair.... now I have a boring japanese car, not as clean as a Audi but its perfect for me....
Hi matt Mike is great picking up everything ,expensive Mike's pick up all sorts of background noise as they would if 2 of you were in a video, that's the confusion many think old Mike was better as its not S good at picking up second voice ( sound ) you might see it in settings for personal not conference? Anyway last 2 videos of German whips ( down with the yout ) show how you have look and search for basic extras that should be on most cars , my son just before Xmas has brought a A200 amg line ( face-lift 2019 ) model now the dash in that code sat navigation with electronic dials are a wonder , but half didn't work like nfc in centre console, so he rxnv up anx said half the amg pack is not working , they said not to worry we have to assign the car to you and it will reprogram to your spec, and guess what , 2 hours later system update and more toys on it working than an Ann summers party , 👍👍👍 very nice cars top spec , but with all the top brands they make you pay for it , but have merc got this covered by all the toys on the car physically being there just using the software upgrade or downgrade to make you pay more ????? Great videos as ever pal, good luck in 2021 👍👍👍💯
Just bought a 15 plate one of these. A 3L V8. Fully loaded and in great shape. I have to say I am well happy with it so far. However I will have to be careful because it goes like a frickin’ rocket! A potential license loser.😬😁👍
My friend's dad had a black SQ5 but sold it (you can't blame him; they chug fuel and aren't the most reliable). And the replacement was: (drumroll) A Renault Captur. Not a Toyota. Not a Honda A Captur.
@@luidu07 it is a beast alright, but Audis are a mixed bag reliability wise. As you know, my friend’s SQ5 went kaput, but my dad had an older A6 Allroad and that car was a gem, never skipped a beat. Part of it has to do with how the owner treats the thing.
@@kmuinde No it didn’t break down; tried to kill me a few times by cutting out rolling up to roundabouts and then taking what seemed like an age to restart.
Ford used the Fusion name in different markets for different vehicles: US: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Fusion_(Americas) Europe: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Fusion_(Europe) Since you're asking about a "hybrid", I suspect that would be the Ford Mondeo Hybrid in the UK. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Mondeo_(fourth_generation)
We just sold our 2nd gen Q5. It wasn’t very reliable. The Audi Pre Sense (Crash Assistant) failed over 14 times in the 2 years we owned it. Passenger wiring harness needed to be replaced. MMI screen blackouts, Parking sensor issues, and it didn’t feel as quick as an X3. Alright car but the 2nd gen is unreliable
To recommend a diesel engine just because it aparently is cheaper in use is unserious. It is the driving pattern that should decide this! Driving a diesel on short runs of a couple of miles a day, often in cold or wet wheather causes a diesel car a lot of problems after some time ; the diesel particulate filter may clog up (on Asian cars one has to buy s new one), the EGR valve may fail (often costs a fortune to replace), you will probably need an extra heater (expensive in the aftermarket), the valve tops may get burnt and so on. Are you only driving less than 50 miles a day a petrol engine is always smartest.
Hey HPA - looking for some advice - selling a vehicle and getting completely different part exchange valuations from different dealers! Any advice on getting the best deal when trading in? Is there an accurate valuation site?
I just bought one .. found out it had a dual mass flywheel problem so its going back. Also handled like a roller skate and was poorly specced. Leaning towards a Tiguan now with the DSG instead.
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What do you think of the sound quality? Has it improved or deteriorated? I’m using a new mic. Let me know...
Lot of road noise
I can hear all the bumps on the road, wipers and engine noise
Maybe the new mic is too good then 😂
Road noise is a bit loud but could be the car
High Peak Autos awful, lots of road noise Matt
I agree with you Matt. My ex-wife had a Q5 and drove it for 5 years before trading it in for an X3 Sport but, other than the better handling of the BMW, I really missed the more luxurious interior and more comfortable and spacious seats in the Audi. She had no problems with either car, but then again, was buying them new. Another good and perfectly honest review.
I have bought a Q5 2.0 TDI quattro (my 2011) in 2017 with manual transmission, and it works very well. With little manteinance and timing belt ok the car it's very perfect inside and outside (finished with a nice detailing Gyeon). No scratches, no elettrical problem no other issue in general, no strange consumption. In any case I follow the regular services in Audi and sometimes in not Audi service. Keep an eye on the Fuel Pump that sometime have an autodistuption. I suggest this SUV today that for me have a nice build quality in general! Nice car!
good vid as usual I have had the 3.0 tdi s-line 59 plate for 6 years paid 17k but it has been a quality motor had the gear box serviced at 95k and changed both door locks but besides oil and filter changes every 10k this has been the most reliable car I've owned testament to Audi no rush to change it still looks and drives mint.
It’s funny because my dad gets his cars from BCA auctions and we got one of these a couple years back. It was a 58 reg and we loved it. So modern for its age.
Loyal of Big Mac fans, another classic. Keep them coming.😂
It annoys me when cars have leather interiors but no heated seats? What the point of leather then??
Exactly. They're either too hot or too cold
I no longer buy leather interiors - too hot or too cold, then need heating or ventilated - fabric seats work fine without the faff just tricky getting a nice car without leather seats.
What’s the point in general mate
@@irGuilty longevity.
@@irGuilty leather is lovely and feels great but you want them heated and ventilated if you can get that option or at least air con/climate control and heated seats so you can cool them in hot weather and warm them cold weather.
Fantastic Review! I bought mine last year and no regrets!
The 2.0TDI is super economical, also its worth noting that it has one of the cheaper tax band for a SUV.
Thats right
Great review Matt ... comparing the Screen mounted DAB retro fit to “something you’d find in Aldi between the garden furniture and the Ukuleles “ brilliant 👏👏👏😂
I've been considering a Q5 for quite sometime. Thank you for this honest review Matt
I love how whenever you say a joke, you say it with the straightest face and in the most serious tone,
My sister bought a 2012 2.0 gas version of this. Loves it. Had 78k miles on it. Paid $16k U.S. has well over 150k now with no issues.
Thats good going
Excellent video as usual, Matt. My wife has a 2012 Q5 S Line 2.0TDi automatic with an Elite remap (210hp) and it's surprisingly quick, handles well for a jacked up "A4" and is very reliable but noisy. It comes with leather and heated seats which are very handy most of the year round if one has back problems!
Wind noise from the huge wing mirrors can be a problem unless they've had a factory fitted modification which ours hasn't so we tape up the seams with black insulation tape.
The doors and dashboard finish are somewhat plasticky for a car of this value and it's not insulated very well thus the road noise. Tyres can make a big difference to road noise too.
The sound system is awful - very thin but not uncommon from German vehicles without upgraded hifi.
Economy with the remap is outstanding and we get 35+ mpg in London and 45 mpg on at motorway speeds.
Overall I'm not a fan and much prefer driving my old 2007 L322 Vogue SE but it always starts unlike the Range Rover!
If you're in the market for a family estate then you could do a lot worse.
Great honest vid. I drove one just last week and covered 150 miles and it took me the first 100 miles to work out the heating controls, so definitely spot on with that. Agree it’s a great and comfortable drive
Q5 is definitely a very friendly sized car for UK roads. My sister upgraded her 2014 X4 to a 2018 X3 M Sport just this month and it’s pretty much the same size as the facelift 2019 Q7 which is way too big for a Q5 alternative
No desire whatsoever for any soft-roader(let alone an Audi (Aldi?😁)) yet I watched from start to finish, as I have most of your videos. Your reviews are honest yet entertaining, and I like that you’re not trying to ape any of the more established presenters out there. Nice work chap. 👍
Another great review. Ran a 2.0 TDI Quattro S line manual fews years back and really liked it. Dark peal metallic blue with suede and leather seats and 20 inch alloys. It looked the dogs. Try and get one with the B&O sound system as it's amazing. Even my one owner low mileage example with full Audi service history developed a couple of electrical faults . As recommended here keep some cash for unexpected faults.
You know why it was never serviced and I bet it wasn’t just the gearbox? was when bought new they were told it wouldn’t need an MOT for three years so in her mind if it didn’t break down before then and that’s probably when she also had it mind to exchange it for some new kerbside furniture then it simply wasn’t her problem
I prefer the q7 tbh the q5 looks like its squashed but each to there own
Each to their own but I think the Q7 looks like a mobile house.
@@adrianwhitehead1950 no, it looks like what it actually is. It looks like a inflamed A6😎
No DAB/sat nav/ heated seats welcome to premium German motoring ...🤣🤣🤣🤣great review again...
I’ve got a 2016 SQ5 and it’s great. I spent about 30 mins looking for the locking wheel nut key - it’s very well hidden in these!
What mpg do you get round time ?
Looking good at getting an sq5 later.this year. Probably an early one but they look great on paper and prices have tumbled in last 12 months
@@ttt1779 on a run you’re easily in the 30s but mid 20s around town. That’s for the 340PS TDI.
@@benmulleady7266 Just make sure it’s tyres and brakes are in reasonable condition - I’ve just put 4 P Zeros on for £225 each and brakes all round are about £1000.
@@therealrem I’m getting early mid thirties around town if I take it easy . 2.0tdi 2017 plate . I’m more than happy with
Another top quality video! I had the pleasure of driving a 2020 BMW X4 30D today, would be great to see a review on one of the newer 3.0 BMW’s, I was blown away by the instant torque, fantastic car!
the most important thing about this car is that most engine repairs can be done with the engine inside, unlike with the Q7 which needs the engine removed for every little repair, which costs a fortune
New mic 🎙 👌
3.0tdi q5 is awesome especially in sq5 👍👍
I love your channel. Your patter is perfect and informative. Pete 🇬🇧
I love cars but I'm getting older no more new cars lol I must say during lockdown and this lockdown your videos relax me so thank you
Pretty sure VAG say their gear boxes are "sealed and need no servicing", which really means it's not going to need servicing under warranty or on a pre-paid plan. It's a mechanical doohickey with spinning bits of metal in oil, it will need servicing.
VAG I suspect, do say that but they’re not know for being completely honest. Audis of that era are renowned for the fragility of their DCT gearboxes and you should expect to have them repaired at some point which is not true of the BMW/Merc alternatives. If you go into ownership with that in mind and/or are lucky, then they’re not too bad.
A gearbox, IMHO, should last the life of the car and not 95k miles. You’re right though in that their not alone; BMW have gone down the DCT route with their latest 1 series - and associated X range - and gone away from torque converter autos which is a shame as they’re good for the life of the car. An honest, accurate and informative review as ever and agree that the Q5 is the sweet spot and it looks as if it’s aged well and will make a good alternative to a newer Kia/Hyundai.
Love all your videos hopefully not tempting fate I have a 2l 2007 petrol focus fully loaded had it since 2012 been all over the countryi in it 95 000 on original clutch and never let me down once brilliant car
I’ve always thought the Q5 was the Goldilocks of the Q range, the 7 being too big and ugly and the 3 being on the small side. The Q5 has just the right proportions imo.
Very informative review with excellent knowledge 👌🏻
The microphone sounds fine to me. Lots of road noise but that just might be the car? Take care and let’s start 2021 with kicking some ass (at work and in life I mean, not actually beat up people.)
Ok good stuff. There was quite a bit of background noise on this video, the weather didnt help
finally a review of the first generation q5 - thank you mate.
Paddle shifts behind the steering wheel, used once (or twice) and then forgotten about unless you are on a track day.
I cant imagine taking a 2.0TDI Q5 on a track haha
I had an s5 for a couple of years and never used the paddles
I like the q5 for the reasons you stated the looks and good size around town. The interior is the one thing that puts me off looks the same as a 2008/09 a4
Isn't it strange how Land Rover gets slaughtered for unreliability all round the world ,yet on every US car TH-cam channel I watch BMW, Merc and Audi these brands are notorious for expensive problems and unreliability yet in the UK they have an almost bulletproof reputation ?
Audi seem to be notorious for long options lists including features that really should be standard. If I recall correctly, somebody at work has a 2015 RS3... and it doesn't even have cruise control. How is that not standard when my mid-spec 2012 208 has it, and cost about a third of the price?
It's quite a smart thing- I like the higher driving position. Great real-world review as ever Matt, happy new year to you.
Thanks! Same to you
Would be interesting to see how its brother the Macan compares 😉
A shame how 'luxury' German cars can't go over 100k without a new clutch/DMF or similar expensive gearbox work when Japanese cars I've had managed to exceed 140k with only minor work such as a new alternator, o2 sensor and some DIY adjustment of the window regulator. That having said in my current 1st gen Tiguan, despite dieselgate, a new DMF/Clutch ~95k, new bushes under warranty and some DIY elbow grease cleaning the 'throttle body' in the 2.0 TDI, the driving position, refinement and general niceness is still hard to match compared to the Japanese/Korean rivals I've driven, still consider it to be my favourite 'all-rounder' car.
I need to get hold of a Macan to film with. The MK1 Tiguan isn't a bad car like you say
@@HighPeakAutos Maybe I'm biased but my MK1 Tiguan handles and steers noticeably better than the MK2s I've driven. I prefer the less bloaty look/size. Also feels more expensive and better put together - the top hinged accelerator pedals in modern VW's feel cheap and nasty.
@@ml9052 The looks of the MK1 though 😕
I have a 2016 190 TDI S-LINE Manual. It's not very interesting or exciting to drive but it is well-engineered. The boot is small for a car this size. B& O Sound is underwhelming. The heated seats are great in the winter. Quick enough when you need it to be. The metal trim at the gearstick is prone to unsightly dents. The glovebox has very little space because of the owner's manual shelf. 20-inch alloys Kerb easily. Dual Mass flywheel was an issue on my previous Golf. The indication of a problem is if you hear a rattling noise with the gearbox in neutral when you press the clutch. Not currently an issue on my 60K car. Average 38 MPG. If you stall the car when stopping at the traffic lights at the same time as the eco engine switch off cuts in, the electronics on the car get confused and you have to turn the ignition off, put it in neutral. It can take about 10 seconds to restart the car. 190 BHP is the power to go for-150 too low for the weight. If you tow a boat or horsebox, buy one with the factor installed towbar preparation(improved cooling system) as they overheat if you don't.
The early q5 are awful, newer q5’s are quite good but I never I Understood the whole concept of the q5. Ace review as always 👏
A Q7 for people who don't have the money or road/town size to fit one. Big enough, safe enough, high enough without being a barge.
As others have said, the mic picked up a lot of road noise - having said that, it's an S line Audi so road noise comes as standard (one of the few things that does)
I have narrowed it down too two cars that once we are out of this poo hole, i WAS going to test drive an GSL AMG and an X1 Msport, but since watching your vids on the Q3 & 5, my options change.. looking to spend 12 - 14k
Just not a fan, not just if the Q5 but Audi in general.
Also, with regards to the mic, think whatever you were using before was better
To me who is hard of hearing, the new microphone seems to be picking up all the background noise, not sure if it’s a good thing or a bad thing, once you pointed it out I noticed it more, if that makes sense.
Back to the car, a leather interior and no heated seats is a bit naff.
Matt, you say "if you buy the Quattro 4wd" as if there's any other option. The Q5 range is 100% Quattro 4wd. Thats kinda the point of them and their USP. Having said that, good review as always, and enjoyed yet another video. Keep it up Pal, would like to meet/ deal with you one day!
Youre right! Dont know what I was thinking of, I'm getting mixed up with the Q3 which can be either
@@HighPeakAutos probably Mate. Can't be perfect all the time. Just wish I was some of the time! 😬
Every time you review an suv/4x4 type vehicle, I keep thinking back to your rx450h vid. You prefer other ones but they all seems to made of cheese.
I have been waiting for a review of the Q5 although I was nervous about what your thoughts might be. (I have a 2009 Q5 2.0 TFSI). I got out of a Nissan Xtrail T30 2009 when it reached 260000kms. I had considered another Xtrail, Subaru Forester etc.,wanted something SUV like and something different. The Q5 came up at the same price as an X trail or Forester but it had 80-100,000kms less on the clock for the same money. So far it has been a fabulous car and chalk and cheese compared to my chicken out choices. I haven't had a problem with the heater controls but the sat nav is from another time. I know that Q5s have issues like every other car but so far these issues are no more difficult to solve than the ones I had with the Xtrail. Btw I just did the DSG service.
Another great video on the Q5 honest and well just great cheers
Thanks 👍
I'm stuck between a q5 and a Evoque... looks wise I prefer the Evoque but overall package wise the q5 looks good
When you bought this car and then realised the gearbox needs £2500 spent on it to get it fixed, doesn't that sort of take away any hope of a profit when you try and sell it? Is this one of those 'bad' cars you get every now and then.
Anyway I love these videos keep doing them. You're amazing at presenting on camera
Thanks for watching. Yes that’s right. Some you win and and some you lose
Would love to see your thoughts on an Octavia Vrs if you ever came across one 👍
A very commodious video.
Haha cheers
VW, Audi, Skoda, Jelly mould ? not sure about it , but never driven one, probably wont either, good unbiased review again mate :)
If you decide to drive any of those, choose Audi. It's in another league as compared to the other VAG marques.
Commodious?! You totally googled some synonyms for “roomy” before this recording, Matt! Great vid, as always. 😂 I enjoyed my 09 Q5 but I found the acceleration disappointing. Picking up more sound from outside for this vid perhaps?
Haha I cannot believe the response to 'commodious'. I thought it was in use :)
As usual I watch your videos on my big screen tv + cinema sound system and I jumped from the sofa when the video started. Unfortunately too much noise and not enough sound of the voice. But as usual content really nice!!
Thanks for the feedback. I’ll try something else next time. Cheers
Thanks Matt but No Thanks as our main dealership is renowned for being Stingy where it comes to extras on his Audi cars which is the reason I would not drive one again - ever. Incidentally I am looking at an XC Volvo 2018 as my next vehicle of choice.
I like the XC60 very much.
In answer to the question should you buy an Audi Q5 For me, naa. Sline rides like it has flat tyres, I found the 7 speed box was snatchy when cold and moving off, the 3 l diesel allegedly can have dodgy timing chains and the 3l petrol has or used to have thermostat issues which costs north of £750 to fix.
Agree the Q5 is the best among the Q range. Got myself a 3.0tdi with the 7 speed. Very powerful, smooth and economical i stay under 8L/100km, unless pulling a trailer then it jumps to 11. It is very agile for it’s size. Unfortunately am also out of luck with the gearbox, am looking at a complete rebuild for about 3.000€ which is about 1/3 of the cars current value...that hurts. And there is a huge blind spot, its the inside review mirror, at the right angle and distance it will hide a whole person or worse a car approaching from the right.
And am pretty sure all Q5 were equipped with Quattro as standard 🤔
Yes you’re right. I don’t know why but I’d got it in my head they made a 2wd version like the Q3
@@HighPeakAutos the facelifts have optional quattro, and gen 2 is Ultra haldex eww
Decent cars...just not in S-line spec if you value comfort and ride quality.
Look forward to the next one.
Cheers.
Youre right. SE's are better value but they dont look as good
A review of the people who buy and drive these would be interesting
I like the look of this car ✅
Sound quality a lot better! Do you know much about the VW Eos from 2006 to 2010? Reliability? What to look out for? Any info would be much appreciated.
wouldn't buy this car in a million years but good review
Thanks!
Hi just wanted to have a peace of advice planning to buy one 2009 model of Audee Q5 Diesel the price is Good enough but im worry about the milage 225k kilometers for a 13yrs old Car.what can you advise to check on the car?
Awesome vids almost wish that was in my budget
The leather seats look to be of high quality compared to the same generation XC90 and even X5
I found the rear seats in the Q5 horrible compared to the X3 and if fitting child seats in the back next to no room for people sitting in the front, I couldn't even open the glove box fully.
That is the most informative non cockabout video I have ever seen
Hahha thanks for watching
Loyal of the Big Mac Fan :)
Matt if u ever give up the motor trade find a job as a copywriter
Haha thanks
Dingy made of tissues classic that, good review
Thanks!
Please do a review about the VAUXHALL ANTARA
I had the '08 model.. was great to drive... when it worked.. had so many problems.
Don't trust them, expensive to maintain and more expensive to repair.... now I have a boring japanese car, not as clean as a Audi but its perfect for me....
Didn't seem to have a big grin factor for you unlike some you give a blast up the dual carriageway.
Hi matt
Mike is great picking up everything ,expensive Mike's pick up all sorts of background noise as they would if 2 of you were in a video, that's the confusion many think old Mike was better as its not S good at picking up second voice ( sound ) you might see it in settings for personal not conference? Anyway last 2 videos of German whips ( down with the yout ) show how you have look and search for basic extras that should be on most cars , my son just before Xmas has brought a A200 amg line ( face-lift 2019 ) model now the dash in that code sat navigation with electronic dials are a wonder , but half didn't work like nfc in centre console, so he rxnv up anx said half the amg pack is not working , they said not to worry we have to assign the car to you and it will reprogram to your spec, and guess what , 2 hours later system update and more toys on it working than an Ann summers party , 👍👍👍 very nice cars top spec , but with all the top brands they make you pay for it , but have merc got this covered by all the toys on the car physically being there just using the software upgrade or downgrade to make you pay more ????? Great videos as ever pal, good luck in 2021 👍👍👍💯
Just bought a 15 plate one of these. A 3L V8. Fully loaded and in great shape. I have to say I am well happy with it so far. However I will have to be careful because it goes like a frickin’ rocket! A potential license loser.😬😁👍
My friend's dad had a black SQ5 but sold it (you can't blame him; they chug fuel and aren't the most reliable).
And the replacement was:
(drumroll)
A Renault Captur.
Not a Toyota. Not a Honda
A Captur.
😂 I bet he’s the only person to trade from an Audi ‘S’ car to a Captur
@@HighPeakAutos you'll be able to confidently bet your house on it, then. I remember at school he broke the news and everyone was trolling him for it.
You're friend was unlucky tho, SQ5 are pretty damn reliable usually. And one beast of a car too !
@@luidu07 it is a beast alright, but Audis are a mixed bag reliability wise. As you know, my friend’s SQ5 went kaput, but my dad had an older A6 Allroad and that car was a gem, never skipped a beat. Part of it has to do with how the owner treats the thing.
Shouldnt the Q5 be compared with X3?
Which one has bigger rear seats Q5 or X3 2014?
Dacia duster!
I love Audis apart from A1 and Q3
I’m not a fan. Had a 2017 A4 and couldn’t wait to get rid of it. Great showroom car but the ownership experience was rubbish.
@@adrianwhitehead1950 did it break down? I have never had a problem with mine just general service
@@kmuinde No it didn’t break down; tried to kill me a few times by cutting out rolling up to roundabouts and then taking what seemed like an age to restart.
You're right about stingy, was that drum brakes on the rear ?
Love the channel, you should rename it, Driving in changeable weather. 🤣😂🤣👍👍👍😎
Hahaha yes I could
Can you make review about Ford Fusion? Hybrid is doing 5L/100km and it's very popular car where I live. Interested what you have to say about it.
Ford used the Fusion name in different markets for different vehicles:
US: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Fusion_(Americas)
Europe: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Fusion_(Europe)
Since you're asking about a "hybrid", I suspect that would be the Ford Mondeo Hybrid in the UK.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Mondeo_(fourth_generation)
No heated seats or Nav = Famine spec Audi ☺️
Watch out for the adblue pump, common fault. Cost of £1300 just had mine dune on a 64 reg with only 50000 miles.
This particular one is pre-adblue but good advice nevertheless
We just sold our 2nd gen Q5. It wasn’t very reliable. The Audi Pre Sense (Crash Assistant) failed over 14 times in the 2 years we owned it. Passenger wiring harness needed to be replaced. MMI screen blackouts, Parking sensor issues, and it didn’t feel as quick as an X3. Alright car but the 2nd gen is unreliable
I was looking at a 2013 Q5 3.0 with 85,000 miles. What is the life span of these cars ?
You forgot to mention the road NOISE!
I think it might be my new microphone
So Audi Q5 or Volvo XC69, about 5-7 years old. Which one.
Your dulcet tone was perfect the car alas is not.
Is rattling on start up with 3l diesels being a timing chain a gen issue with 3l diesels or just with the Audi's?
To recommend a diesel engine just because it aparently is cheaper in use is unserious. It is the driving pattern that should decide this! Driving a diesel on short runs of a couple of miles a day, often in cold or wet wheather causes a diesel car a lot of problems after some time ; the diesel particulate filter may clog up (on Asian cars one has to buy s new one), the EGR valve may fail (often costs a fortune to replace), you will probably need an extra heater (expensive in the aftermarket), the valve tops may get burnt and so on. Are you only driving less than 50 miles a day a petrol engine is always smartest.
The loyal of Big Mac fans, Classic, lol
Hey can you find Chevrolet Trax let say from 2013 and make video please
My old a3 SE 2007 had heated all 4 seats and they where cloth!!
Also is it me or it sounded really loud in this car??
Could you do a video on a landrover discovery 4 please
Coming soon!
Hey HPA - looking for some advice - selling a vehicle and getting completely different part exchange valuations from different dealers! Any advice on getting the best deal when trading in? Is there an accurate valuation site?
What do you have? Whats the reg and mileage?
@@HighPeakAutos 2013 E250 AMG Sport (pre-facelift), with 81k miles :)
I just bought one .. found out it had a dual mass flywheel problem so its going back. Also handled like a roller skate and was poorly specced.
Leaning towards a Tiguan now with the DSG instead.
I think the Honda CRV 2.2d is a much better car. You get a lot of car for your money. We have had 2.