Great review! I have owned both an 18' premium plus and now a 19' Prestige with sport package. My personal car is faster in the quarter mile than this test car. I loved the 21" wheels on my 18' but chose the 20" with all seasons on my 19' to save weight, help avoid curb rash, and the added expense of snow tires. I tow my jet ski, throw my kayaks on the roof, and occasionally hit the track with mine. It is truly the definition of a SUV in my opinion. And while it is pricey, it is a lot of car too!
I am ready to buy an Audi Q5. I have seen them on the road and I like them allot. When was the last remodel by Audi of the Q5? When is the next remodel? What is the cycle of when they change the body style of the Q5, ever 5 years, 7, etc? Thank you!
david hall BMW is planning on opening a Mexico plant next. Daimler-Benz and Nissan have a joint plant in Mexico putting out the Mercedes GLA-Class/Infiniti QX30 and the 2019 Infiniti QX50. Mexico isn’t a bad place to manufacture anymore. The stigma will likely always be there though.
Yes it was my favorite German brand. Got mine and I love it. It's not without it's irritations though. The push button park is annoying, I keep pushing it into Reverse where every other Automatic would have the Park position. In fact my 2018 S3 has it just right, Push up to put into park. Also, once you place it in Reverse or drive, nothing happens! Oh you forgot to step on the brake! Still nothing happens! Oh, maybe I must push the button on the left side of the shifter before it engages! Still nothing happens! WTF! Oh! for some reason, the Parking Brake, with a stupid button instead of a handle, shows a red light! Does not tell you to push or pull to disengage. Knowing you did not engage the parking brake because you're on a level garage slab, it somehow engaged by itself! WTF! So you finally start moving in reverse, just a ridicules bunch of safety checks. Other than that, I love the heads up display, I love the seats, I love the room, I love the acceleration, I love the Bang und Oluffsen stereo, I love my Alcantara seat, very grippy, I love the 21" wheels, and on and on. I have a choice daily, between my 2018 SQ5 and my 2018 S3 with Stage II APR with 385hp, and sorry to say I prefer the SQ5. I must add that this is mostly due to the terrible potholes and bad roads here in North Eastern USA. My S3 is almost undrivable here. Lost 2 tires to pot holes already. Love Audi, will eventually go to Stage III with my S3 and a flash from APR as soon as they have figured out the new 2.9 L turbo motor used on the SQ5, S4, S5 and more. 400 Hp baby for my SQ5.
Clickbait, i clicked on this video just to get the better view of the sq5 in that beautiful green but I was dissppointed when i didnt see it in the video :(
People who are complaining about fake exhaust tips. For those you do realize many cars have fake exhaust tips there just on the rear bumper for decor. Yes even very luxurious expensive cars much more then the SQ5.
Nick Motsarsky lets not act like kids the real exhaust tips has nothing with the bmw destroying an audi. If you dont like fake tips then dont buy the car that simple. I dont like fake tips either thats why i dont drive a car with fake tips, that simple.
mfmf100 Yeah It's a Fullsize SUV and not a COMPACT suv as this Audi SQ5. It got 2 cylinders less and over 120 hp less. I don't even start talking about the driving dynamics. Absolute stupid conparison.
Niclas K Mmm, yeah, I'm going to have to go ahead and ask you to come in on Sunday, too. We've got some new people coming in and we... need to play catch-up. Thanks!
The 2018 SQ5 is all new and on a new platform. Within 12 months (when the 2019 model comes out) the virtual cockpit and MMI will be outdated/obsolete. This is just unacceptable for a brand like Audi. Audi should have been more transparent and I could have avoided purchasing the vehicle. Only 2019 or newer Audi vehicles will be able to view Google Earth after 2020.
Explain why this or the Q5 is better than an A4 wagon (unfortunately ruined for the North American market by adding stupid plastic panels and raising the ride height). The only benefit I can see is that it's easier to get in and out of. I don't understand people.
why would a male car enthusiast ever pick a suv instead of a sport sedan/coupe is something I cannot understand! SUV = WOMEN. And before anyone says AMG M or Porsche examples a MAN should still go with the sedan/coupe of the marque
I’m so glad John is still charging hard.
The faux exhaust would drive me nuts.
It's cheesy. Welcome to the world of modern design.
Do not worry a facelift will fix it
If it was actual exhaust pipes that didn't work it would be fake. Otherwise its just part of the fascia
When your in the cabin. The sound soon makes you forget about that.
yea... that's why we can't perfect cars these days
Audi says they’ll probably return the real exhaust tips on the refresh.
Let’s hope they do. Fake tips is terrible, especially on performance models.
Great review! I have owned both an 18' premium plus and now a 19' Prestige with sport package. My personal car is faster in the quarter mile than this test car. I loved the 21" wheels on my 18' but chose the 20" with all seasons on my 19' to save weight, help avoid curb rash, and the added expense of snow tires. I tow my jet ski, throw my kayaks on the roof, and occasionally hit the track with mine. It is truly the definition of a SUV in my opinion. And while it is pricey, it is a lot of car too!
Meh. X3 Msport with the 382hp engine is better in basically every way and significantly quicker for the same price.
@@nickmotsarsky4382 Opinions will vary.
Awesome!
FAke tail pipes wtf ? Is this cost cutting
Impressive numbers for an SUV for sure...I love Audi.
Doesn't the A4 Avant or Allroad have more interior volume than the Q5?
Love the color,nothing more.
I am ready to buy an Audi Q5. I have seen them on the road and I like them allot. When was the last remodel by Audi of the Q5? When is the next remodel? What is the cycle of when they change the body style of the Q5, ever 5 years, 7, etc? Thank you!
Expat Esquire 2021 will see an update . Biggest interior change will be the switch to the touchscreen infotainment like in the Q8
Shaun Jones thank you!
Did the SQ5 tested by MotorWeek have all-season tires or summer tires? 20-inch wheels or 21-wheels?
21" summer tires. They look great but are heavy. You will get better performance with the 20" with all-seasons.
what changed from the last generation?
Made in Mexico!!! Ftw
Average wage $15 dollars a day
Audi should charge an extra premium
A lot. Just not the looks, really.
david hall BMW is planning on opening a Mexico plant next. Daimler-Benz and Nissan have a joint plant in Mexico putting out the Mercedes GLA-Class/Infiniti QX30 and the 2019 Infiniti QX50. Mexico isn’t a bad place to manufacture anymore. The stigma will likely always be there though.
Actually, the best built American cars are built in...Mexico.
Audi is awesome 😱
Yes it was my favorite German brand. Got mine and I love it. It's not without it's irritations though. The push button park is annoying, I keep pushing it into Reverse where every other Automatic would have the Park position. In fact my 2018 S3 has it just right, Push up to put into park.
Also, once you place it in Reverse or drive, nothing happens! Oh you forgot to step on the brake! Still nothing happens! Oh, maybe I must push the button on the left side of the shifter before it engages! Still nothing happens! WTF! Oh! for some reason, the Parking Brake, with a stupid button instead of a handle, shows a red light! Does not tell you to push or pull to disengage. Knowing you did not engage the parking brake because you're on a level garage slab, it somehow engaged by itself! WTF! So you finally start moving in reverse, just a ridicules bunch of safety checks.
Other than that, I love the heads up display, I love the seats, I love the room, I love the acceleration, I love the Bang und Oluffsen stereo, I love my Alcantara seat, very grippy, I love the 21" wheels, and on and on.
I have a choice daily, between my 2018 SQ5 and my 2018 S3 with Stage II APR with 385hp, and sorry to say I prefer the SQ5.
I must add that this is mostly due to the terrible potholes and bad roads here in North Eastern USA. My S3 is almost undrivable here. Lost 2 tires to pot holes already.
Love Audi, will eventually go to Stage III with my S3 and a flash from APR as soon as they have figured out the new 2.9 L turbo motor used on the SQ5, S4, S5 and more. 400 Hp baby for my SQ5.
JB4 on the SQ5 b9 is a nice option to consider!
Beautiful inside and out. The fake exhaust tips and lack of DCT is really disappointing. And I would expect better performance from an S line too.
Lack of DCT is a good thing. That ZF 8 speed is used by many high end cars, including the 600hp M5 and if you've driven it, you'd see why.
Nick Motsarsky ZF has gained popularity since 2018 congratulations.
@@tgafire87 I have it on my new X3 m40i. It 's an insanely good transmission that has shift times not far off a DCT and is smooth at low speeds.
13.8 quarter mile is very hi performance for an SUV
It’s an S model it should have real exhausts and more aggressive styling.
I'll buy an Allroad, thanks.
Lmaoooooooo you funny
Very nice car but the rear legroom is still surprisingly claustrophobic
Clickbait, i clicked on this video just to get the better view of the sq5 in that beautiful green but I was dissppointed when i didnt see it in the video :(
Better than a Macan
What the heck were they thinking fake exhaust? We passed on the Audi and got the Cayman.
VERTICAL Wisdom totally different vehicles!
Only Audi would make air suspension that’s harshly firm
$100k for SQ5 in Australia, crikey
People who are complaining about fake exhaust tips. For those you do realize many cars have fake exhaust tips there just on the rear bumper for decor. Yes even very luxurious expensive cars much more then the SQ5.
The 382hp BMW X3 that destroys this car has real exhaust tips..
Nick Motsarsky lets not act like kids the real exhaust tips has nothing with the bmw destroying an audi. If you dont like fake tips then dont buy the car that simple. I dont like fake tips either thats why i dont drive a car with fake tips, that simple.
Cx9 has more room, looks nice and you save 25k.
mfmf100
Yeah It's a Fullsize SUV and not a COMPACT suv as this Audi SQ5.
It got 2 cylinders less and over 120 hp less. I don't even start talking about the driving dynamics. Absolute stupid conparison.
Niclas K Mmm, yeah, I'm going to have to go ahead and ask you to come in on Sunday, too. We've got some new people coming in and we... need to play catch-up. Thanks!
The only thing about that is you end up with a Mazda lol
The 2018 SQ5 is all new and on a new platform. Within 12 months (when the 2019 model comes out) the virtual cockpit and MMI will be outdated/obsolete. This is just unacceptable for a brand like Audi. Audi should have been more transparent and I could have avoided purchasing the vehicle. Only 2019 or newer Audi vehicles will be able to view Google Earth after 2020.
For what you get, not worth the extra 13K over the standard Q5.
Theodore Gibbons true but still glad that they are making these.
Depends what you want. I test drove both and opted for the SQ5.
Nice, but I'm happy with my '19 volkswagen tiguan...❤😉
I'll take a Macan.
MrCarGuy20 or the Volvo XC60 T8 that costs less than the Audi, gets better mpg, and does 0-60 in 4.9 seconds (faster than SQ5).
Rediscover Film yet the t8 has yet to have a really good review for driving feel
The Porsche Macan is an overpriced previous generation Audi Q5.
Macan is shit
And at the end of the day you're driving a Volvo... ::yawn::
Needs real exhaust tips.
Only clicked because thumbnail car was forrest green. Clickbait.
same
It's called Azores Green. I've got one. Gorgeous.
Run Forrest, run
Wow fake exhausts on a performance car. Audi is garbage
Over Priced
This the best midium sports SUV
E-B-M-M R-L wrong
I agree
The B9 A4 is just as quick to 60 🥴
My B9 A5 Sportback APR tuned...smokes it.
Explain why this or the Q5 is better than an A4 wagon (unfortunately ruined for the North American market by adding stupid plastic panels and raising the ride height). The only benefit I can see is that it's easier to get in and out of. I don't understand people.
roughly 6 minutes of paid advertisement
My 2017 looks better!!! Have 4 real tips out back to!👍
I’ll take the GLC43 AMG.
All is fake in this car 🤔
They need to make a change. I feel like I’m watching the same show for 30 years....
pavloskalos no they don't. Nothing wrong with this show.
It looks dated.
I think 5.3 0-60 isn’t good enough for the price. Maybe it’s just me
why would a male car enthusiast ever pick a suv instead of a sport sedan/coupe is something I cannot understand! SUV = WOMEN. And before anyone says AMG M or Porsche examples a MAN should still go with the sedan/coupe of the marque
Men drive trucks boy!
You don't have a wife, kids and a dog, I suppose.
you can perfectly carry a wife, kids and dog in a sedan...there is no need for an SUV!
Man you guys review cars horribly
Marney Olson yes they are dated by about 30 years. Much better way to review cars now.
Dude, it is fucking public television. They have almost no budget whatsoever, so I don't know what you are expecting. John Davis is a legend.
Blake Swan Why not explain what you disliked about it instead of just saying “you’re awful... people today are much better”