Audi Q5 2012-2016 | EVERYTHING you need to know...BEST REVIEW !!

Audi Q5 2012-2016 | EVERYTHING you need to know...BEST REVIEW !!
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Audi's understated Q5 continued in its subtle conquest of the premium compact SUV sector in the facelifted post-2012 guise we look at here. This improved first generation model got a range of more efficient engines and even more car-like driving dynamics that made this model great on tarmac and even pretty effective for light off road use. There's loads of advanced technology and a beautifully practical interior crafted in Audi's own inimitable style. In short, if you can afford it, you'd like one.
History
In many ways, Audi owns the premium part of the compact SUV segment. Has done ever since this car, the Q5, was introduced in 2008. Back then, it didn't have much to beat, with only BMW's aging first generation X3, Volvo's quirky XC60 and Land Rover's more utilitarian Freelander offering alternatives to buyers wanting the class and road manners of a compact executive estate but the high-set driving position of a proper SUV.
In the years following the Q5's original launch though, the opposition caught up, BMW announcing a second generation X3 and Land Rover introducing its avant garde Range Rover Evoque. Hence the need for the Q5 to up its game in 2012 with a far-reaching package of enhancements. These included tweaked styling but the really important change came with a redesigned engine range offering extra power and lower running costs. There was also extra high-tech equipment and, for those who could afford it, a frantically fast SQ5 flagship model. Audi, you see, doesn't do things by halves.
As a result, the Q5 was refettled sufficiently to last all the way to late 2016, when an all-new second generation model was launched. Let's checked the facelifted MK1 version out as a used car buy.
Writer - Jonathan Crouch
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[@andrewfuller9442]

Doesnt look a dated car though , i have the 2016 Q5 and it looks just as good as anything on the road today imo.

[@BeautifulXOXO6]

I agree 100%, great body style.

[@alexgempfer937]

Never mentioned glc? It’s the direct counterpart of the q5 Quattro, differing only in boot space…

[@td2055]

Awesome car - incredible Quattro system. Much superior to the X3 and GLC

[@elsabioHD]

You’re right I have one I love it

[@jjp2024.]

Wanting to buy a cheap used 1st generation Audi q5 but considering all the oil consumption issues , possibly high maintenance costs even for a 12 plus year old car , it may not be worth it unless i come across a heavily serviced vehicle

[@dalezegarelli5553]

I thought q5 would be compared to a bmw x5. He never mentioned the v6 for the q5.

[@markototev]

Would this be better than the XC60 Vovlo?

[@Bodzio1982]

2024 very dated car now.

[@volt8684]

Nice cars but ride awful, totally unreliable

[@hstaff3336]

From what I’ve seen, the 2.0tfsi models are VERY reliable and easy to work on. It simply requires you to spend more on standard maintenance (oil change, tire rotation, spark plug replacement, etc.) but just like with any other car, as long as you stay on top of the maintenance and not cheap out, it will run forever. Some people find Audis very thrilling to drive and therefore are willing to keep it for longer and spend more on maintenance rather than A LOT more on a new car.
If you don’t like the ride tho, this is kind of a moot point and I just wasted my time typing this out lol😂😂

[@dalezegarelli5553]

Totally disagree. Regular maintenance...this SUV is one of the best SUV's available. Unfortunately owners who neglect regular maintenance love to blame the manufacturer rather than themselves!!! Hint???!

[@alexgempfer937]

@@dalezegarelli5553 which is not the case with LR vehicles I guess?