Audi Q5 8R

The Audi Q5 from Ingolstadt has wracked nerves for those who find Audi’s top SUV highly desirable, but too expensive and too spectacular. The 4.60-meter Ku5 fits very well into urban life, fitting easily into many parking spaces, and has enough interior space to accommodate four people.

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The Audi Q5 from Ingolstadt has wracked nerves for those who find Audi’s top SUV highly desirable, but too expensive and too spectacular. The 4.60-meter Ku5 fits very well into urban life, fitting easily into many parking spaces, and has enough interior space to accommodate four people.

Audi, stunned by the success of the big Q7, decided to create a younger model Q5. The crossover did not receive as impressive demand as the older brother of the Ku7, but overall it sold well.

In the fall of 2012, the Audi Q5 experienced a restrained restyling, which affected optics, radiator grille and bumpers. If you are not a fan of the brand, you will hardly notice all these changes. Minor changes were made to the engine line.

A year later, there were engines with a capacity of more than 300 hp, designed for sports modifications of the SQ5 and SQ5 TDI.

In the crash tests EuroNCAP Ku5 earned 5 stars.

The interior uses many elements that are familiar from other Audi models. Most of the items available on the secondary market have very rich equipment. At the same time, the basic versions did not even have a multifunction steering wheel.

Design features

Looking at the Audi Q5, probably no one doubts that this is not a real SUV, but just a luxury crossover. The car was created on the modular platform MLB, the same as used in the creation of the Audi A4 B8 and Audi A5. The engine is longitudinally positioned. Several gearboxes were offered to choose from: a 6-speed manual transmission (with weak 4-cylinder engines), an 8-speed automatic (Tiptronic) and a 6- or 7-band automatic with dual clutch S-Tronic. For everyday needs, the front-wheel drive modification of the crossover with a 2.0 TDI is quite suitable: 143-horsepower since June 2009 and 150-horsepower since April 2013. The power of the turbodiesel is more than enough, and the 6-speed mechanics ensures easy switching. In the presence of tires that meet road conditions, the front-wheel drive version easily copes with dirt and snow-covered roads. Those who want to feel more confident outside the asphalt or tow a trailer, it is better to pay attention to the all-wheel drive modification of the crossover, equipped with a turbodiesel 2.0 TDI with a capacity of 170 or 177 hp. The strongest 2-liter diesel has a full set of light off-road abilities, pleasant dynamics and moderate fuel consumption: it is enough for 8 liters per 100 km. Under the elegant body hides the Quattro all-wheel drive system with a Torsen central differential, but without a gearbox. According to the manufacturer, the crossover is able to overcome a ford up to half a meter deep and climb the slide with an angle of 31 degrees. The ground clearance is 200 mm.

Engines

R4 2.0 TFSI + electric motor (211 hp + 54 hp) - hybrid version;

V6 3.0 TDI CR (313 hp) - version of the SQ5 TDI.

Diesel versions

2.0 TDI is equipped with a Common Rail injection system and a belt-driven timing system with a recommended replacement interval of 90,000 km. Turbodiesel is much more reliable than the old 2.0 TDI with pump injectors, but is not without drawbacks. His main problem is the oil pump drive. The disease concerns the versions of the motor with a module of balancing shafts located in the lower part of the crankcase. Balancing shaft two. One of them is driven from the crankshaft and rotates the second shaft through the gear. It also drives the oil pump through a thin hexagonal shaft. Until October 2009, a short hexagonal 77 mm long was used. When it wears, the grip between the pump rotor and the shaft deteriorated. As a result, the shaft slipped and the pressure in the lubrication system gradually decreased. The first to fail the turbocharger, and then the head of the block. In the long term, the crank-shaking mechanism also wore out. At the same time, you do not have to rely on the light indicator. It only lights up if the pressure drops at speeds above 1500. The short shaft of the oil pump has turbodiesels labeled CAHA, CAHB, CAGA and CAGB. Since October 2009, the length of the hexagonal shaft has increased to 100 mm, and its surface has become more durable. Since then, there has been almost no talk of problems with the shaft. The most reliable diesel engines have been available since September 2011. A number of improvements were made at that time. These engines were designated CJAC and CMGA. When buying a turbodiesel, you should check the state of the fuel system. This can be done, for example, by twisting a pressure sensor in a fuel rail.

Gasoline versions

There were also some questions about gasoline engines. The most durable of these is the atmospheric 3.2-liter V6. He's really voracious. All gasoline units have direct fuel injection, which in the long run is fraught with the settling of an excessive amount of coar on the valves.

There are often cases of increased consumption of motor oil for carbon monoxide, especially in 2.0 TFSIs produced before 2013.

The manufacturer in order to reduce internal friction used too thin oil removable rings, which lie after 100-150 thousand km. The cost of overhaul with the replacement of pistons and rings is about 140-250 thousand rubles.

In addition, prematurely stretched the chain drive timing system (35-40 thousand rubles with work).

VAG later upgraded the 2.0 TFSI gen.3 engine. In 2013, the design of the pistons was modified. Together with the oil-striking won and the problem of stretching the chain.

From time to time, a pump or thermostat fails. They are a single node, which costs 15-18 thousand rubles. For work on replacement in the service will ask about 5000 rubles.

Sometimes the expansion tank of the cooling system leaks (about 2000 rubles).

The ignition coils will serve over 100-150 thousand km (2-3 thousand rubles per piece).

The top 3.0 TFSI after 100,000 km is threatened by the failure of the mechanically driven compressor. Its repairs are problematic. Lambda probes are also worth mentioning.

Transmission

The all-wheel drive system is considered the best in the class and does not cause any problems. The solution is very reliable with an honest self-locking differential.

In the long run, the classic machine - Tiptronic - has proved itself best. The box is perfectly combined with 6-cylinder units - gasoline and diesel. Yes, it takes a little longer to “think” when switching, but the V6’s large torque more than compensates for this drawback.

As for the S-tronic, a robotic dual-clutch transmission (DSG), there are more frequent complaints of strong tremors or slow reactions. In most cases, the flaws can be corrected by updating the software.

However, after 100-150 thousand km, there are practically no problems with mechatronics and clutch.

In mechatronics, first of all, you have to change faulty fees (30 000 rubles for a remake). To replace the clutch will need about 100,000 rubles.

It is worth noting that after restyling, the robot became less troublesome and more enduring.

Walking

The suspension along with the base 17-inch wheels ensures good smoothness. More expensive versions had shock absorbers with the possibility of adjusting the damping force. At first glance, the front suspension looks the same as in the Audi A4. But here it is adapted to a different geometry, in particular to a wider track of 1617 mm instead of 1,564 mm. The subframe is different, it is wider. The rear multi-link design was also changed. The increased track required a different steering. The pistons of the hydraulic mechanism became larger. The original Q5 used a hydraulic power steering, and in versions with a capacity of more than 190 hp - Servotronic electric power. In 2011, some modifications received a completely new electromechanical amplifier, identical to that used in the A4 and A5. After 60-120 thousand km, sometimes it is necessary to update the lower cross of the steering shaft. There is a creak or the effect of eating the steering wheel. The cost of the cross is 600 rubles, and work on the replacement is 3-4 thousand rubles. Extend the life of the cross can be with the help of a protective screen (2300 rubles). As a rule, heavy SUVs quickly wear ball and steering thrusts. However, according to the German TÜV, the percentage of detected faults in the parts of the suspension Audi Q5 is very low. The resource of the front suspension is slightly less than the rear. In addition, brake pads and discs are worn relatively quickly. Among other things, sometimes causes trouble power steering. In practice, the front and rear shock absorbers (6-8 thousand rubles) reach 100-150 thousand km.

Other problems and malfunctions

The body is very well protected from corrosion. However, on age specimens, there is peeling of paint on the edge of wheel arches and swelling of paint near the door handles. Panoramic roof eventually ceases to close tightly, begins to rattle, leak and unnerve the noise of the wind. Often after 6-10 years of operation, the front headlights begin to fog. The new block headlight is available for 65,000 rubles. Cheaper to repair it - 5-10 thousand rubles. In cars equipped with an active light system, when turning the steering wheel, unpleasant sounds may appear, most often creaking. It is worth noting and not eternal point LEDs. There are many cars on the market that they no longer work in. The owners do not do anything because the replacement is expensive. Fortunately, you can find specialized companies dedicated to restoring LED lights. Owners of the Audi Q5 also note problems in the TMPS tire pressure control system. Sometimes the Bose audio system is strange – it is treated with a software update. The rear-view camera will crash from time to time. With age, door locks fail due to a malfunction of the control electric motor or micro-switch. In addition, touch sensors of the keyless access system (2-5 thousand rubles) are failing. After 150-200 thousand km can make noise or refuse the engine of the stove (4-16 thousand rubles). Electronics problems are most often characteristic of instances recovered after serious accidents. During the production of the Audi Q5 was recalled three times.

Diesel versions

• 0 TDI is equipped with a Common Rail injection system and a belt-drive timing system with a recommended replacement interval of 90,000 km. Turbodiesel is much more reliable than the old 2.
• His main problem is the oil pump drive.
• When it wears, the grip between the pump rotor and the shaft deteriorated.
• Since then, there has been almost no talk of problems with the shaft.
• When buying a turbodiesel, you should check the state of the fuel system.
• 0 The TDI CR easily overcomes the 300,000 km milestone, provided that it is regularly maintained and refueled with quality fuel.
• And with large runs, malfunctions in the injection system may occur, or problems with the DPF filter will appear.

Gasoline versions

• The cost of overhaul with the replacement of pistons and rings is about 140-250 thousand rubles.
• Together with the oil-striking won and the problem of stretching the chain.
• From time to time, a pump or thermostat fails.
• Sometimes the expansion tank of the cooling system leaks (about 2000 rubles).
• 0 TFSI after 100,000 km threatens the failure of the compressor with a mechanical drive. Its repairs are problematic. Lambda probes are also worth mentioning.

Transmission

• The all-wheel drive system is considered the best in the class and does not cause any problems.
• There are almost no problems with mechatronics and clutch.

Walking

• However, according to the German TÜV, the percentage of detected faults in the parts of the suspension Audi Q5 is very low.

Other problems and malfunctions

• The body is very well protected from corrosion.
• Often after 6-10 years of operation, the front headlights begin to fog.
• The new block headlight is available for 65,000 rubles. Cheaper to repair it - 5-10 thousand rubles.
• The owners do not do anything because the replacement is expensive.
• With age, door locks fail due to a malfunction of the control electric motor or micro-switch.
• km can make noise or refuse the engine of the stove (4-16 thousand rubles).
• Electronics problems are most often characteristic of instances recovered after serious accidents.

The used Audi Ku5s are still capable of demonstrating good performance quality. However, the reliability of pre-restyling samples with a robot or a 2-liter turbo engine leaves much to be desired. Buying a Q5 with a huge mileage is silly. Restyled versions after 2013 deliver much less care, but are significantly more expensive.

• Audi Q5 from Ingolstadt has wracked nerves for those for whom the top SUV from Audi is very desirable, but too expensive and too spectacular.
• Design features: Looking at the Audi Q5, probably no one doubts that this is not a real SUV, but just a luxury crossover.
• Engines: R4 2. 0 TFSI + electric motor (211 hp + 54 hp) - hybrid version; V6 3. 0 TDI CR (313 hp) - version of SQ5 TDI.
• Transmission: The all-wheel drive system is considered the best in class and does not cause any problems.
• Driving: However, according to the German TÜV, the percentage of detected faults in the parts of the suspension of the Audi Q5 is very low.
• Other problems and malfunctions: The body is very well protected from corrosion.

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