Audi A5 8T

The Audi A5 debuted at the 2007 Geneva Motor Show. Initially, two types of body were proposed: 2-door coupe and convertible.

Review

The Audi A5 debuted at the 2007 Geneva Motor Show. Initially, two types of body were proposed: 2-door coupe and convertible. The success of the model contributed to the expansion of the range. Two years later, the German manufacturer showed a 4-door hatchback Sportback.

The car was built on the platform that was the basis of the Audi A4 B8. The silhouette was designed by Satoshi Wada under the guidance of the famous Italian designer Walter de Silva. In 2007-2010, the lineup was supplemented by two sports versions of the S5 and RS5. In 2011, the Audi A5 was updated. The changes affected the headlights, front bumper, taillights.

The A5 was produced in Ingolstadt (liftback, coupe) and Neckarsulm (convertible). According to the results of crash tests, he earned 5 stars.

Engines

By purchasing a car with a logo of four rings, customers expect a seamless operation. Unfortunately, almost every power unit has its drawbacks. Most often, trouble was caused by 1.8 TFSI due to problems with the tensioner of the timing system chain. If in advanced cases, the valves met with pistons, then the owner had to spend a lot. However, this can be avoided by noticing the defect in time and replacing the faulty chain tensioner. In addition, ignition coils often failed. The most common engine among gasoline units is the 2.0 TFSI, which suffers from chain stretching. If you don’t find the problem in time, it will end as sadly as with 1.8 TFSI. But the biggest problem with 1.8 and 2.0 TFSI units is the excessive consumption of oil. There is only one way out - replacing the piston (about 100-150 thousand rubles). In 2012, they began to install modernized turbo engines, which are free of oil. However, another unpleasant defect began to occur - bullies on the support bracket of the camshaft and the camshaft itself. For repairs, you have to shell out more than 100,000 rubles. In the 3.2-liter V6 and 4.2 V8 often burn out the ignition coils. However, these units are considered almost fault-free. However, if you do not update the oil for a long time or do not replace the pouring injectors (7,000 rubles), then bullies may appear on the walls of the cylinders. For major repairs will need about 300-400 thousand rubles. In addition, after 200,000 km, the chains of the timing system can stretch.

Transmission

The range of Audi A5 includes the following list of transmissions: 6-speed mechanics, 6-speed Tiptronic automatic, 7-band automated S-Tronic and Multitronic CVT.

Don’t be too afraid of the Multitronic automatic continuously variable transmission. The 0aw Variator is quite reliable. However, after 150-200 thousand km, there are malfunctions of the controller, the oil pump of the variator and the stretching of the chain. For repairs will ask about 100 000 rubles.

Hardly as long could hold an automated box with two clutches of the "wet type" S-Tronic. First of all, she suffered from problems with mechatronics (30-40 thousand rubles), which were almost completely eliminated in 2012.

Tiptronic from ZF 6HP28 is perhaps the most reliable of the machines. The need for repairs sometimes arises after 150-200 thousand km. Update has to frictions, gaskets, glands and bushings.

The clutch resource of mechanics is about 100-150 thousand km.

Depending on the version, the A5 can be front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Elements of the proprietary all-wheel drive system Quattro are quite reliable.

Walking

As befits a luxury premium car, the Audi A5 features a multi-link suspension system, both front and rear.

Before buying, it is necessary to check the condition of the suspension. Aluminum levers are too delicate and often require replacement after 80-120 thousand km. Front hub bearings (4-8 thousand rubles) can sound another 40-80 thousand km.

Not perfect and steering - over time there is a backlash in the rack. In addition, the lower cross of the intermediate steering shaft begins to wed. It is not protected from an aggressive environment. The cross is changed in the collection with a shaft (10-16 thousand rubles). But some services are ready to pick up an analogue for 500 rubles and replace worn crosses for 2-3 thousand rubles.

After restyling, the hydraulic power steering gave way to electromechanical. The power is built into the rail. Unfortunately, it sometimes fails. The manufacturer prescribes the replacement of the rake in the collection, which is more than 100,000 rubles. Restored or used rake (30 000 rubles) does not guarantee long work. Only a few professionals can repair the amp.

Typical malfunctions

Corrosion marks? The A5 is not a problem. Any "red spots" - a sign of careless repair after an accident. Especially often this is the sin of copies from the United States.

As you would expect from a premium-class representative, there are a lot of all kinds of electronic systems and gadgets on board the Audi A5. Most of them are reliable, but some are very capricious.

The most common problem is the hanging of the MMI multimedia system. Owners also complain of systematic failures in the Keyless keyless access system, the Audi Side Assist system, which tracks blind spots, and the CD player, which refuses to read them.

With age, the multimedia monitor of the pre-restyling versions dims. The new monitor is very expensive, but the former brightness can be restored for only 3 000 rubles.

From time to time, the electric windows are pecked and creaked, and then they stop working altogether. The rope of the mechanism is torn, which changes with the trapezoid - 4-6 thousand rubles.

Xenon lamps are not durable. Sometimes the LEDs in the headlights also burn out. And after 100-150 thousand km can make noise fan heater. Problems with heating the cabin in the cold season are often caused by the failure of an additional coolant pump.

Engines

• By purchasing a car with a logo of four rings, customers expect a seamless operation.
• 8 TFSI due to problems with the chain tensioner timing system.
• If you don’t find the problem in time, it will end as sadly as with 1.8 TFSI.
• But the biggest problem with 1.8 and 2.0 TFSI units is the excessive consumption of oil.
• There is only one way out - replacing the piston (about 100-150 thousand rubles).
• For repairs, you have to shell out more than 100,000 rubles.
• However, these units are considered almost fault-free.
• For major repairs will need about 300-400 thousand rubles.

Transmission

• km there are malfunctions of the controller, oil pump of the variator and stretching of the chain.
• For repairs will ask about 100 000 rubles.
• First of all, she suffered from problems with mechatronics (30-40 thousand).
• The need for repairs sometimes arises after 150-200 thousand km.

Walking

• Before buying, it is necessary to check the condition of the suspension.
• Not perfect and steering - over time there is a backlash in the rack.
• After restyling, the hydraulic power steering gave way to electromechanical. The power is built into the rail. Unfortunately, it sometimes fails.
• Only a few professionals can repair the amp.

Typical malfunctions

• Corrosion marks? The A5 is not a problem.
• Any "red spots" - a sign of careless repair after an accident.
• As you would expect from a premium-class representative, there are a lot of all kinds of electronic systems and gadgets on board the Audi A5.
• The most common problem is the hanging of the MMI multimedia system.
• Owners also complain of systematic failures in the Keyless keyless access system, the Audi Side Assist system, which tracks blind spots, and the CD player, which refuses to read them.
• Problems with heating the cabin in the cold season are often caused by the failure of an additional coolant pump.

Audi A5 Sportback is a great alternative to the A4 sedan. The coupe and convertible versions are more suitable for those who do not intend to carry passengers on the back sofa. Regardless of the body type, the German car is ready to satisfy any desires of even the most demanding customers: a large selection of powerful engines, excellent driving performance, prestige, rich equipment, elegant design, very high-quality interior trim and many other advantages.

Unfortunately, the design of the A5 is not perfect. The disadvantages include serious engine malfunctions, high cost of purchase and maintenance (in case of repair), as well as a large number of copies after minor or major accidents.

• Audi A5 debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in 2007.
• Engines: By purchasing a car with a four-ring logo, customers expect to have trouble-free operation.
• Transmission: km of faults are encountered controller, oil pump variator and chain stretching.
• Driving: Not perfect and steering - over time there is a backlash in the rack.
• Typical malfunctions: Traces of corrosion? The A5 is not a problem.

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