Article Comments - 2009 Audi Q5 First Drive / Full Test

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#40 of 84 Re: timm2 [timm2] by brashman Mar 06, 2009 (11:16 am)
Replying to: timm2 (Mar 05, 2009 6:26 am) The Q5 is assembled in Changchun, China, for the Chinese market. Models destined for most other markets (definitely the US) are assembled in Ingolstadt. "Bigger road presence" is by no means a universal benefit nor an objective point.
#41 of 84 by b4z Mar 13, 2009 (3:30 pm)
My wife and I sat in a played around with 2 different q5s today. We did not drive one. It's a beautiful vehicle, although neither one of us liked the standard 18" wheels. A 5 spoke A5 18" wheel would have looked much better. The interior and dash design are really nice. head and shoulders above my '07 SRX. I wish GM could design a steering wheel as nice as the q5's. The cargo area is a little short but we determined that a push lawnmower would fit and that with the 3 different sections of the back seat being moved independently it would work for most cargo. I think it is a beautifully turned out crossover,maybe 1 or 2K too high in price but definitely something we are thinking about. BTW I am a long legged 6'8" and could comfortable in the front seat and comfortable in the back seat with front seat up some. I'm not sure how the sunroof shade will work in hot climates. I wonder if it should be solid and not just a screen? hopefully we will drive it in the next week or so to see how it performs from a handling and ride perspective. I am already guessing it has plenty of power.
#42 of 84 Beautiful SUV by hoinoy Mar 14, 2009 (11:29 am)
Just came back from test driving a Q5 premium plus. My wife and I love the ext/int styling and the beautiful interior fit/finish. Steering wheel has a very nice leather feel and the thickness is just right. MMI interface is still heads and shoulders above that of the improved i-Drive from the new BMW. Navigation is beautiful and the additional direction-screen in the instrument panel helps. Panoramic sunroof is great, but the sunblock screen might add another part to break. Acceleration and pickup is decent but I really want Audi to bring over the 2.0T from the European models for comparison. We both love the car, but don't know if we love it to spend >$10k over a RDX or ~$4-5K over a comparably equipped MDX. (Listed at $45k). Replies to this message: c280 (Mar 21, 2009 12:23 pm)
#43 of 84 by b4z Mar 15, 2009 (7:03 am)
I've looked at the current audi offers and they have a 36mo deal for the base q5 that is $499mo. I believe the premium plus is $569. But the much large base Q7 is just $30mo. more at $599. I'm thinking if we do want to get one we should wait another month or 2 to see how this plays out and look for a better incentive or deal from audi. I also don't like how audi and MB have an additional charge to turn the car in. GM has never done that beffore, but alas no more leasing at GM. I went to the MB dealer yesterday and the GLK is a more expensive looking vehicle than the Audi. The q5 only looks good to me with the optional 5 spokers and then the sline wheels are nice too but a little over the top.
#44 of 84 Nice car but no dealer network here by kurtamaxxxguy Mar 18, 2009 (9:39 pm)
The Portland Auto show suggested the Q5 is a nice vehicle. Interior seemed well laid out and assembled and the seats were comfortable. The GLK seemed ugly and clunky by comparison. Seeing how they do with mileage and reliability will be helpful for future decisions. Unfortunately we currently have __one__ Audi dealer here in Portland, though Audi staff at the show revealed another local dealer may show up in a year or so. Also, for Oregon I'd avoid the 20 inch bling-tires. Oregon roads have many potholes that will quickly smack them flat.
#45 of 84 Re: Beautiful SUV BUT (big but) [hoinoy] by c280 Mar 21, 2009 (12:23 pm)
Replying to: hoinoy (Mar 14, 2009 11:29 am) I'm in Charlotte, NC. I test drove the Q5. The car seems bigger, looking at it from outside, especially in the front, compared to those photos (blue Q5 online) that we saw earlier. It also seems wider in the front. I questioned whether it could fit through my garage door. The trunk space is small. I drove it in pouring rain (75-80 mph) and it rides well. For a German car, the turning circle was not impressive. I like it, pretty car but not sure about the price. Audi adds the premium and premium plus which jacks up the price. The Q5 and the A4 is the same car but the A4 gives you more options with the engine and the A4 trunk is bigger than the Q5. I'm hesitant because the Q7(big brother) and the Q5 has the same engine, 3.2l V6 which is not great on gas if you are fuel conscious. Sun roof is excessive. I like the car but not sure about the price when you consider the pros and cons. Maybe if Audi offered the Q5 TDI in the US at a reasonable price I would seriously consider it because the TDI is more fuel efficient. Plus BMW is asking a rediculous price for their diesel X5.
#46 of 84 2009 Q5 SUV audi lease. Is this a good deal? by marko12 Mar 26, 2009 (3:44 am)
Price-$40500 with Prem Plus, 10K miles/36 months/no money down with 51% residual. Payments $710 a month. Money Factor 0.00068. What else goes into the monthly payments to make it $710? I understand the interest, cost of the car, but it still doesn't seem to add up to $710. This is my first time leasing a car? Replies to this message: md_outback (Mar 27, 2009 5:51 am) marko12 (Mar 27, 2009 6:02 am) md_outback (Mar 27, 2009 9:53 am) apdio (Mar 27, 2009 4:50 pm)
#47 of 84 Re: 2009 Q5 SUV audi lease. Is this a good deal? [marko12] by md_outback Mar 27, 2009 (5:51 am)
Replying to: marko12 (Mar 26, 2009 3:44 am) Hey marko12, you need a little more information here. First, what is the actual MSRP of the vehicle? You need that to calculate the residual value that is used in the lease formula. I'm assuming that the $40,500 is your negotiated selling price for the Q5, is that correct? I took a rough guess of the MSRP, assuming it is a Q5 with Premium Package and nothing else - MSRP = $42,325. Plugging this in with your residual and money factor results in a net capital cost of about $45,510, suggesting there are $5000 in fees, taxes, etc. rolled into your lease cost. I don't know the tax rate where you live, but the numbers seem to be about $1800 or $50 per month too high. Replies to this message: marko12 (Mar 27, 2009 6:02 am) md_outback (Mar 27, 2009 9:53 am) apdio (Mar 27, 2009 4:50 pm)
#48 of 84 Re: 2009 Q5 SUV audi lease. Is this a good deal? [md_outback] by marko12 Mar 27, 2009 (6:02 am)
Replying to: md_outback (Mar 27, 2009 5:51 am) tax is 6.25% MSRP is right 53 residual. money factor 0.00068. Selling price $42,500. They say the monthly is $708 a month Replies to this message: md_outback (Mar 27, 2009 9:53 am) apdio (Mar 27, 2009 4:50 pm)
#49 of 84 Re: 2009 Q5 SUV audi lease. Is this a good deal? [marko12] by md_outback Mar 27, 2009 (9:53 am)
Replying to: marko12 (Mar 27, 2009 6:02 am) Sorry, but you have me a bit confused here. What is the MSRP and the agreed upon selling price? Your selling price just went up by $2000, so I'm guessing the MSRP is above that. Thanks.