2012 Audi A5 problems
The Audi A5 is a series of compact executive coupé cars produced by the German automobile manufacturer Audi since June 2007. The A5 range additionally comprises the coupe, cabriolet, and "Sportback" (a five-door liftback with a fastback roofline) version of the Audi A4 saloon and estate models.
Under Audi's internal platform numbering convention, the A5 is a member of the B-platform series of vehicles, sharing its platform designation with the A4 saloon and Avant. The first generation A5 (Type 8T) is therefore a member of the B8 family, whilst the second generation model (Type 8W6) is based on the B9. Both are derived from the Volkswagen MLB (Modular Longitudinal Matrix) architecture.
First generation (2007)
Initial release
When presented at the March 2007 Geneva Motor Show, the A5 marked Audi's return to the compact executive coupé market since the (B3/B4) Audi 80 based coupé model ended production in 1996. On May 10, 2006, Audi confirmed that the A5 would go into production. The B6/B7 A4 spawned a convertible variant but not a coupé. For the fourth-generation A4 (B8), Audi decided to spin off the cabriolet, along with a new coupé and 4-door fastback sedan, into a nameplate of its own as the A5.
The A5 was the first of the B8 family of vehicles to be released (the others being the A4 and the Q5 crossover SUV), all based on the Audi MLP platform (Modular Longitudinal Platform) which underpin the next generation A6 and A8.
The A5 is the third coupé in Audi's line up, following the second generation TT and the R8. The A5 adopted design elements of the Nuvolari quattro concept car. The A5 debuted with the 3.2 litre FSI V6 engine delivering 195 kW (265 PS; 261 hp).
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Common 2012 Audi A5 problems
Based on complaints from owners of the Audi A5 2012, several common problems have been reported:
- Takata Recalls:
- The Audi A5 has been affected by dangerous airbag inflators made by Takata, resulting in a recall of numerous vehicles. These inflators have been linked to shrapnel-hurling incidents, prompting safety concerns among Audi A5 owners.
- Start-Stop Defects:
- Audi's start-stop technology, aimed at improving fuel efficiency, has faced issues in the Audi A5. Owners have reported instances where the system shuts off power steering and brake systems at critical times, posing safety risks. Additionally, the system can be slow to re-engage these essential systems when the vehicle starts moving again.
- Excessive Oil Consumption:
- Some Audi A5 models have been reported to experience excessive oil consumption, leading to poor performance and decreased fuel efficiency. Carbon build-up within the engine can cause misfires and performance issues. This problem can affect all Audi A5 models and requires attention to prevent engine damage and maintain optimal vehicle performance.
These common problems with the Audi A5 2012 highlight significant issues that owners have faced, emphasizing the importance of regular maintenance and prompt attention to any symptoms to prevent costly repairs and ensure the longevity of the vehicle.
Is Audi A5 reliable 2012?
A great car for 8 years and counting
It's a gorgeous car, drives great, comfortable, and reliable. I would have preferred a manual transmission (this is my first ever automatic daily-driver), but a manual was unavailable in the cabriolet (and most cars anymore these days).
What is the common issue with Audi A5?
Carbon build-up issues have been reported in Audi A5 vehicles. Excessive carbon build-up can result in engine misfires, leading to poor performance and decreased fuel efficiency. It's worth noting that this problem can impact all Audi A5 models.
Are Audi A5 expensive to fix?
The annual maintenance cost of an Audi A5 is $798. Repair and maintenance costs vary depending on age, mileage, location and shop.
Is Audi A5 engine reliable?
However, many industry experts have given high marks to the 2019 A5 in reliability and dependability. For instance, J.D. Power has given the 2019 Audi A5 a respectable score of 82 out of 100 in Quality & Reliability. Meanwhile, the 2019 A5 also received a favorable vote from Consumer Reports.
Is Audi A5 reliable 2012?
A great car for 8 years and counting
It's a gorgeous car, drives great, comfortable, and reliable. I would have preferred a manual transmission (this is my first ever automatic daily-driver), but a manual was unavailable in the cabriolet (and most cars anymore these days).
What is the common issue with Audi A5?
Carbon build-up issues have been reported in Audi A5 vehicles. Excessive carbon build-up can result in engine misfires, leading to poor performance and decreased fuel efficiency. It's worth noting that this problem can impact all Audi A5 models.
What is the recall on the Audi A5 2012?
NHTSA safety recall results (1)
(Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Audi Q5 and 2010-2012 Audi A5 Cabriolet and S5 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Is Audi A5 engine reliable?
However, many industry experts have given high marks to the 2019 A5 in reliability and dependability. For instance, J.D. Power has given the 2019 Audi A5 a respectable score of 82 out of 100 in Quality & Reliability. Meanwhile, the 2019 A5 also received a favorable vote from Consumer Reports.
2012 Audi A5 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Audi A5 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Air bags problems
- Engine problems
- Electrical system problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2012 Audi A5 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
2012 Audi A5 complaints
The NHTSA has received 21 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2012 Audi A5.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-09-19
- VIN: WAUCFAFR2CA
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: 2012 Audi a5 quattro burns oil every 100miles 5qt and does not allow a quick acceleration if trying to avoid an accident. The car misfires and shuts off while driving. No check engine light was on when it first did this. Mechanic was able to reproduce the same problem. Turbo is bad. O2 sensor is bad. Air intake leak. Running rich at bank 1. The oil meter on the display does not display actual amount of oil. It also has several electrical problems. Rear turning lights have an electrical problem. Great drive most of the time and check engine light goes off randomly then all of it starts again.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-07-27
- Fire: 1
- VIN: WAUJFAFH0CN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
- Summary: While I was driving, my car started to slow down and eventually stopped in the middle of the road. There were no warning sensors or indicators on the car. II then started to see smoke coming from my hood and decided to turn off the car and get out to inspect. On the right front side, I saw a fire under the car. The fire department was called and they put out the fire. They suspected an electrical issue, however it has yet to be confirmed. I contacted the dealership and they said they do not handle repairs of that sort. Insurance sent out an estimator for the damage. The car will be sent to a mechanic to diagnose the issue.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-02-11
- VIN: WAULFAFH7CN
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 2012 Audi A5. The contact stated that the oil warning light illuminated while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where oil was added to the vehicle; however, after the third time the contact was informed by the dealer that it was a common issue with the Audi sport vehicles. A failure cause was not determined. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring for several years. The contact stated that he had an oil consumption test completed with the dealer who informed him that there was an issue with the pistons and O-rings. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be rebuilt. The dealer stated that they would send documentation to the manufacturer for approval to rebuild the engine. The contact stated that he had spoken with the manufacturer and was informed that the request was denied. The failure mileage was unknown.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-17
- VIN: WAUCFAFR7CA
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: THIS VEHICLE HAD A RECALL, AND A NEW ENGINE WAS PUT INTO IT AND EVER SINCE THE NEW ENGINE WAS PUT IN, THE VEHICLE HAS HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS AND ELECTRICAL FAILURES. NOW THE NEW ENGINE, WITH LESS THAN 50K IS BURNING OIL AND NO ONE CAN TELL ME WHY. THIS IS BY FAR THE WORST VEHICLE I HAVE EVER OWNED. THE MINUTE THE CAR WAS PURCHASED OFF OF THE LEASE, I FEEL LIKE THE CAR HAS JUST FALLEN APART.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-01
- VIN: WAULFAFR2CA
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A5. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE WATER PUMP WAS FAULTY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND AUDI OF SHREWSBURY (780 BOSTON TURNPIKE, SHREWSBURY, MA) WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, BUT NO ASSISTANCE WAS OFFERED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 115,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-30
- VIN: WAUAFAFHXCN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V082000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR AS THE RECALL NOTICE WAS RECEIVED OVER A YEAR AGO. AUDI NORTH ATLANTA (11505 ALPHARETTA HWY, ROSWELL, GA 30076, (404) 994-4327) WAS CONTACTED AND CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED SEVERAL TIMES AND WAS UNABLE TO CONFIRM WHEN THE PARTS WERE TO BECOME AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-25
- VIN: WAURFAFR3CA
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE, ESPECIALLY WHILE ON AN INCLINE AND WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO RUSNAK PASADENA AUDI (626-714-3159, LOCATED AT 267 W COLORADO BLVD, PASADENA, CA 91105) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE DEALER REFERRED THE CONTACT TO THE MANUFACTURER AND NHTSA. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 75,000.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-29
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: OWNER OF 2012 AUDI A5 AND 2015 AUDI A4. JANUARY 2019 RECEIVED SAFETY RECALL LETTER REGARDING RECALL ON-ELECTRIC (AFTER-RUN) COOLANT PUMP CERTAIN 2012-2017 MODEL AUDI VEHICLES. AS 2ND OWNERS OF BOTH VEHICLES DO NOT HAVE ANY DOCUMENTATION OF BRAND NEW CARS. LETTER RECEIVED WAS FOR A-4 AUDI, HOWEVER A-5 DID HAVE SAME COOLANT PUMP DAMAGE ON VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING. RECALL LETTER VIN # BEING FOR A-4. TRIED INQUIRING ABOUT RECALL FOR A-5 SINCE RECALL ON OTHERS AUDI'S DID INVOLVE SAME TYPE OF ENGINE PROBLEM HAVING TO DO WITH COOLANT PUMP. REASON FOR ADDRESSING WHAT ENDURED THAT IT BECAME HOT AS IF ENGINE WAS ON FIRE, FIND DISTURBING TO HAVE ANYONE BE PUT THROUGH THIS, FIND THIS COOLANT PUMP DANGER IF IT'S NOT REPAIRED WITH OTHER A-5 APPRECIATE YOUR TIME IN READING THIS AND I THANK YOU!
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-06-02
- VIN: WAULFAFH6CN
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: PLEASE SEE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS REGARDING AN ISSUE WITH THIS CAR AND ITS ENGINE. I HAVE ALSO FILLED A COMPLAINT WITH THE FTC #978949978
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-01
- VIN: WAULFAFH5CN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTIFICATION IN AUGUST OF 2017. THE DEALER (ROCKVILLE AUDI, 1125 ROCKVILLE PIKE, ROCKVILLE, MD, 20852) SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT FOR SEPTEMBER AND HAD REMINDER CALLS. AT THE TIME OF THE APPOINTMENT, THE PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE FOR THE REPAIR. THE DEALER STATED THAT THEY WOULD NOTIFY THE CONTACT WHEN THE PARTS ARRIVE. THE MANUFACTURER CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE FOR THE REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT. ...UPDATED 11/15/17 *BF UPDATED 11/29/2017*JS
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-08-05
- VIN: WAUVGAFH4CN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: FACTORY INSTALLED CONVERTIBLE TOP HAS COME LOOSE FROM THE BACK GLASS WINDOW (GLUE SEPARATED) CAUSING A SAFETY CONCERN WHILE DRIVING. COULD BECOME A PROJECTILE.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-07-17
- VIN: WAULFAFR4CA
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: AUDI ALONG WITH VOLKSWAGEN, EQUIPPED WITH THE 2.0L ENGINE HAS ONE OF THE HIGHEST WATET PUMP FAILURE RATE. I HAVE CONDUCTED SOME RESEARCH AND THERE IS NUMEROUS ACCOUNTS IN BLOGS/VLOGS AND YOUTUBE OF INDIVIDUALS GIVING PERSONAL STATEMENT ON THEIR "WATER PUMP" MISFORTUNE. I PERSONALLY OWN A AUDI A5 WITH 54,000 MILES AND I'M JUST ONE OF THOUSANDS OF STATISTICS THAT HAVE GONE THROUGH THE "WATER PUMP" TRAUMA. I HAVE CROSSED REFERENCED SEVERAL RECALL WEBSITES AND ACCORDING TO AUDI AND VOLKSWAGEN RECALLS TOWARDS THESE PUMPS HAVE NEVER BEEN ISSUED. NOW THAT IS SCARY!!! ABOUT A YEAR AND HALF AGO WHILE MY AUDI WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY I NOTICED COOLANT LOST, THE AUDI DEALERSHIP TOPPED IT OF AND SEND ME ON MY WAY. A SECOND TIME WHILE STILL UNDER WARRANTY I VISITED AUDI DEALERSHIP AND EXPRESSED MY CONSERNS WITH LOW COOLANT LEVEL AND ONCE AGAIN IT WAS TOPPED OFF, I WAS GIVEN A MEDIOCRE ANSWER, I WAS RESPECTFUL CALLED "SR" AND DROVE OFF. SO FROM TIME TO TIME I WOULD ADD COOLANT AND THOUGHT NOTHING OF IT. SUMMER OF 2017 IS WHEN I WAS DRIVING HOME AFTER A DAY OF HIKING WHEN I NOTICE A LOST OF COOL AIR, MY A/C QUIT WORKING AND MY TEMPERATURE GAUGE WAS PAST THE MIDPOINT LEVEL. AT THIS POINT I WAS SECONDS WAY FROM HOME SO I WAS RELIEFED.TURNED OUT THE PUMP GAVE OUT, MY COOLING FLUID HAD EVAPORATED AND MY WARNING LIGHT NEVER CAME ON. PERHAPS AUDI DEALERSHIP DID NOT SEE TRACES OF COOLANT AT THE FIRST VISIT AND SECOND INSPECTION. PERHAPS THE DEALERSHIP WAS NOT AWARE OF THESE FAULTY PUMPS OR PERHAPS I NEGLECTED TO PLAY THE MECHANIC/SERVICE PERSONAL/PROFESSIONAL. HOWEVER ACCORDING TO AUDI A SB SERVICE BULLETIN RELEASED ON JULY 11, 2013 STATES AS FOLLOWS "COOLANT LEAK AT CONNECTION OF WATER PUMP AND HOSE LEADING TO THE HEATER CORE", ATTACHED IS THE BULLETIN. I WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE YOU GUYS LOOKING INTO THIS MATTER. THANK YOU MIGUEL 😊
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-02-15
- VIN: WAULFAFH5CN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-30
- VIN: WAULFAFH7CN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL. MY DEALER WOULD NOT TAKE MY VEHICLE BACK EVEN ON TRADE BECAUSE OF THE RECALL. THEY TOOK 5000 OFF THE VALUE OF MY CAR BECAUSE OF THIS RECALL AND ALTHOUGH THIS SAME AUDI DEAL DID ALL OF MY MAINTENANCE THEY NEVER TOLD ME ABOUT THE RECALL.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-12-12
- VIN: WAULFAFH7CN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-11-02
- VIN: WAUCFAFHXCN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL; I AM STILL WAITING FOR MY AIRBAG TO BE REPLACED. AUDI DEALER SAYS NO SOLUTION YET. THE WAIT TO RESOLVE THIS ISSUE IS VERY LONG.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-15
- VIN: WAUJFAFHXCN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AUDI DEALERSHIP CONTACTED 3 TIMES CANNOT PROVIDE ANY INFORMATION , DIRECTED ME TO READ ABOUT IT ONLINE
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-01
- VIN: WAULFAFH2CN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-01
- VIN: WAUCGAFHXCN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL I GOT A LETTER IN APRIL 2016 FROM AUDI ABOUT THE RECALL. THERE HAS BEEN NO FURTHER COMMUNICATION FROM AUDI. I HAVE SINCE CALLED AUDI USA AND MY DEALERSHIP NUMEROUS TIMES AND MY QUESTIONS GO UNANSWERED.WHAT IS MY RECOURSE ? THE CAR SITS IN MY DRIVEWAY BECAUSE I'M NOT COMFORTABLE DRIVING IT AND TRADING IN IN WILL LOOSE BETWEEN $3,000 & $8,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-04-19
- VIN: WAULFAFH5CN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS) AND FELT THAT THE PART EXPECTED AVAILABILITY DATE WAS UNREASONABLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE DEALER DECLINED A LOANER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. UPDATED 07/13/16*LJ *CN
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-10
- VIN: WAUVFAFH6CN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. VIN TOOL CONFIRMS PARTS NOT AVAILABLE.
Negative 2012 Audi A5 car reviews
Positive 2012 Audi A5 car reviews
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This is my third Audi. I've been through 3 Lexus and 3 MB before I jumped into Audi. I must say up front I loved my 2007 A4 and thought with the kids out of the house it was time to drive a coup. I never had a single issue with my A4 Cabrio ( that I still own ) or my A4 sedan. The A5 has a bit of a different story. Right off the bat 3 defective tires. I kid you not and it took 4 days for Audi to approve their replacement. Besides this little hi-cup the car is a beauty. Feels great , great MPG and enough pep to run with the rest. Sporty steering wheel but if they tell you you can fit someone in the back seat forget it. I'll love the car for the 3 years until the lease is up. Then back to A4.
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The overall design and appearance of the vehicle is great! This vehicle is definitely easy on the eye... The braking going downhill is a little shaking but on the flag service it's great. To have a 2 engine the accelerating is unexpected, unexpectedly great. Also the food fuel economy is an added bonus. I haven't had the vehicle long enough to determine cost of Maintenance etc etc but for peace of mind I purchased an extended warranty
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Color heated seats 4 cylinder all wheel drive
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Firstly, the car is drop-dead gorgeous with its amazing Deep Sea Blue paint. Although I personally think the curves show up better with lighter colors, the car still looks stunning. The seats are comfortable, but could use more lateral support. The 8 speed auto with the 2.0T is super-smooth and sneaky fast, making it a hoot to drive. It's comfortable without being too cushy, and it gets a few more mpg than the 3.2 I had been driving. I was initially concerned about going to a 4 cylinder, but this engine is really special and a major improvement over the '08 2.0T that I didn't even consider. I can't wait to get it on a twisty back road!
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I am extremely satisfied with Audi's performance and look. I have visited the dealer a few times after my purchase and have found them to be as courteous and friendly as they were on the day of purchase.
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Tyrese Zulauf 2024-08-22
I purchased my Audi brand new in 2011 and owned it for nearly 4 years. Unfortunately, my car burned oil due to bad parts used by Audi, which resulted in a class action lawsuit. Dealing with warranty issues was always a bit of a hassle. Additionally, the programming could be a bit annoying at times. For example, if you set your lights to auto and open the door to grab the mail with the engine on, you will hear a warning tone. The radio presets also had to be selected every time instead of staying in memory. It was also frustrating that only Audi could turn off the service light, not independent garages. Lastly, the passenger seatbelt warning tone would sound every 60 seconds, which was unnecessary. I eventually traded in my Audi for a BMW and I am very happy with my decision.
Ed Marvin 2024-07-19
The car has unfortunately been in the shop a dozen times over the past 12 months, including this most recent visit which lasted 10 days. Despite these setbacks, the car is a beauty with a great design and a full trunk. While it drives well, there have been some issues with the shifting at slow speeds which can be a safety concern. Although Audi claims there is no issue, the Bluetooth and iPod hook up can be unreliable. While I appreciate the car, I have decided not to purchase another Audi due to the build quality and my negative experience with Audi corporate. However, I must say that my service advisor is a good guy and we always share a laugh whenever I call.
Louie Gusikowski 2024-07-08
I drove Porsches for 9 years, but this summer I got my Audi. Unfortunately, the radio only works when it wants to, and of course, the service department says there's nothing wrong since it was working when I brought it in. To make matters worse, the leather in the passenger seat has split, and the service department claims it was punctured with a knife. However, I know for a fact that I never stabbed my seat. Needless to say, I am very dissatisfied.
Turner Walker 2024-05-20
Looks great! It's definitely fun to drive when at speed. However, I did notice that it can be a bit slow to take off from a stop. There seems to be virtually no response to the accelerator, and sometimes it even shutters. Personally, I felt safer merging into tight traffic in my 2002 turbo diesel beetle. Additionally, I found that the doors are quite heavy, and when you throw them open to exit, they always seem to close on you. The dealer mentioned that the acceleration is normal for the cvt transmission. Overall, it's a great car, but there are a few things to keep in mind.
Jermey Hammes 2024-04-24
The timing chain issue in my car is a well-known problem that even led to a class action suit against VW. Despite the fact that my car unfortunately experienced this problem just after the 100K limit, I am confident in my decision not to repair it. The car was great before the issue, with a stylish design and impressive power for a 4 cyl turbo. However, I believe that no car, especially a luxury one, should just die like that. I am confident in my decision not to invest in a costly repair that may not even guarantee a long-term solution.