To be fair you could say the same about any car. Unfair to compare it to a Camry.
@PieterBreda
22 күн бұрын
Safe bet
@Cliff_Booth-wd3nm
22 күн бұрын
Owned one for 3 years until last year. Broke my heart and my bank balance. Diff, mechatronic, brakes are insanely expensive, control arms per the video are expensive, fuel pump sensor, never ending oil leaks. Such potential, but just so brutal to own.
@Orvieta
21 күн бұрын
Still, many think Audi's are top quality and better than many brands Audifans consider to be inferior and obviously wrong. I'm not saying you think that way, but in general that's the idea.
@biafo4541
21 күн бұрын
Brutal to own, that can be said for almost any high performance German car. At least u owned it for 3 years, others can only dream...
@esthetics4512
20 күн бұрын
You took your car to Audi ryt?
@kcho6064
19 күн бұрын
Can never understand why people buy euro cars except a porsche
@Orvieta
18 күн бұрын
@@kcho6064 And what makes Porsche so special then?
@andrewd7586
22 күн бұрын
I think Jim got more air time than you Adam.😱🤣👍🏼
@ofentsetsipa1578
22 күн бұрын
That engine is the star of the show.
@nickyang1143
22 күн бұрын
Exploding supernovae more like it
@ryanhouck2794
21 күн бұрын
@@nickyang1143the engine is actually pretty reliable , more like the trans and cats that are definitely flawed
@bdon_kn
22 күн бұрын
Owner here.. I’ve made so many memories with it and fall in love again every time I go for a drive. Thanks again ReDriven for such a memorable and amazing day!
@Dipshtnick92
21 күн бұрын
"Fall in love with it every time I go for a drive" I had that same feeling in my E55. However, nearing 200,000kms I had a looming feeling that one day something big was going to go. I've since sold it and miss it with mixed emotions. Nice car BTW.
@craigdavid6519
20 күн бұрын
try making memories with a woman...its different to a car
@olik9388
6 күн бұрын
Love the car! They look gorgeous in white.
@olik9388
6 күн бұрын
@@craigdavid6519 I can tell you that you will remember the centre consul is a tad too high, so she will just about break her ribs to get her head down. The bonnet gets too hot, so she will burn her ass. The back seat… well, that ballet or gymnastics training she did will be useful.
@chubbsmasterson
22 күн бұрын
I’ve owned one for almost five years with relatively few issues. Brakes are same as the R8s so oem waveys are very pricey. Tyres, fuel and regular maintenance all will cost you. But with a resonator delete, very little sounds as good for the money. One issue I had was a flex plate, an annoying job which is it breaks apart while driving can cause catastrophic damage. Luckily mine broke during start up.
@dylancraver6960
17 күн бұрын
What year if you don’t mind me asking?
@chubbsmasterson
17 күн бұрын
@@dylancraver6960mine is 2012, facelift model, same as per video.
@eponymous7910
22 күн бұрын
Peak Audi design language
@cytherians
3 күн бұрын
I agree. I'm not very happy with how the design language has been changing lately. Same for BMW. Just doesn't look right. They've lost their strong elegance.
@RS5Fanatic
21 күн бұрын
Awesome video and thank you for the shout out, it was very kind of you!
@intellips
22 күн бұрын
I’m adamant that this will be a future classic.
@bojangles9094
22 күн бұрын
This 4.2 is different to previous 4.2 v8 from b7 previous, Timing chain and guides aren’t a big issue and rectified on this 4.2 as compared to the b7 engine. This is essentially a v8 from the V10 Lamborghini/Audi engine minus two cylinders, common misconception. It’s pretty robust if serviced correctly and not after a few owners later who skip servicing but that goes for most euros. Brake rotors are another well known common issue, carbon build up 60k plus and water pump after 70k it’s a pretty solid car when you compare it to the pre 2012 c63 amg with head bolt issues and the m3 potential rod bearing disaster. Pair it with Aftermarket non resonated exhaust makes this sound like an animal or resonator delete. AWD,8250rpm V8 with the 7speed stronic (which is light years in changes compared to the c63) and the downshift. wrapped in a coupe ticks the boxes. Service it and complete major services and it’s a solid future classic (went down the rabbit hole on this car to search all issues before buying) P.s sunglasses holder is in front of the interior lights took me awhile to figure that 😂
@nicholasgreenwood8281
20 күн бұрын
Think you hit on what matters - it's more solid than the equivalent C63 and M3. That's why I bought it
@73clementines
17 күн бұрын
@@nicholasgreenwood8281how has ownership treated you so far?
@nicholasgreenwood8281
17 күн бұрын
@73clementines ngl, expensive but rewarding. Aftermarket exhaust was a bit more than I thought when all was said and done (~$6k), but I've done full major maintenance services and replaced the PCV valve for ~$3k. This thing will chew through tires bc its heavy too. Only "unexpected" thing that's happened was the windshield wiper transmission (like the part with the motor) went out, which was like $750 + another $750 in labor. I've only put 8k miles on so far, hopefully 10s of Ks left.
@73clementines
17 күн бұрын
@@nicholasgreenwood8281 I understand. One of the best looking coupes ever imo. And also rare, even in SoCal you never see them. Especially convertibles.
@nicholasgreenwood8281
17 күн бұрын
@@73clementines Agreed
@niwouackermann8517
10 күн бұрын
Agree 100% on the point of view on the handling / understeer. They handle really well. I've had these and E92 M3's on track and to my surprise the Audi felt way more at home on a race track.
@olik9388
7 күн бұрын
They have consistently lapped tracks around the world, even the Nurburgring faster than the E92 M3 and the C63 AMG. Understeer and all, they are not slow around a track.
@elcasho
22 күн бұрын
So many haters who have never owned one. Owned once since covid and just service it once a year, done. Best car I've ever owned
@anthonykiedis1765
20 күн бұрын
Owned many Audi's so definitely not a hater. That being said, my bank account feels differently. Suggesting that annual maintenance is all that's needed is very misleading and irresponsible.
@jakethemuss5350
15 күн бұрын
Same here. Got mine 18 months ago. Amazing car.
@flashkobalt
22 күн бұрын
Owned the limited black edition for 4 years...25k in bills to keep it going...could afford the maintenance ,but it was the worrying about reliability that made me sell it. Despite that, i still miss it neck breaking looks, loin stirring sound, comfy and rapid....
@jakethemuss5350
15 күн бұрын
I bought a 2015 with 39k on the clock 18 months ago. To date all it's cost me are the services. Enquire with Audi and a standard service is $1500! Went to a local mechanic that I've seen service 2 R8's and got the service for $550. It's a great car, I previously had a GT Mustang and the Audi is another level. Just make sure any car you buy has a full service history! Oh yeah you'll need some extra cash for fuel because you'll never drive in anything but dynamic mode and you can watch the fuel needle move.
@peterreeks1918
21 күн бұрын
ReDriven have a lot to answer for. The SPC (Small Pretentious Coffee) is now part of my daily routine.
@olik9388
7 күн бұрын
I broke an engine. Audi in Perth quoted me $90,000 + for a new engine. Currently have the water ingress issue, throttle body connection pins get loose and put car in limp mode, carbon trim glue on centre console deteriorated, eat through brake pads, eat through brake discs, eat through control arm bushings, PCV valves cost $600 each and die readily (buy from Mercedes, it’s the same part for $250 - replace internal) Audi service centres useless at diagnosing faults and charging a joke to repair anything… But then you start it up and all is forgiven.
@raymadani270
5 күн бұрын
Jesus! what are you going to do now?
@olik9388
5 күн бұрын
@@raymadani270 This happened two years ago. I bought a good bottom end with low km from a 2013 car from eBay for $15,000. It was a gamble but it turned out to be a solid engine. I took the opportunity to decat the headers while the engine was out - it’s the biggest performance gain in these but required engine to come out, which is a huge job. It was out anyway so that was my window. From there it could take on a more aggressive tune. The next option would be to have the engine rebuilt at around $30,000.
@raymadani270
4 күн бұрын
@@olik9388 I'm so glad the gamble worked for you. Its an amazing car. Somehow reminds me of the movie, transporter. Sexy, V8, all wheel drive... Enjoy every minute of driving it bro.
@olik9388
Күн бұрын
@@raymadani270 Thank you. It definitely gets driven. My tune has the rev limiter extended to 8800 rpm, and we visit there often, haha
@raymadani270
Күн бұрын
@@olik9388 8800 RPM !!! That's where I can not often hit on my S1000RR. It's impressive to see a car revs that fast. I bet it is so addictive to drive your car, LOL.
@RollingShutter
22 күн бұрын
that piece about the drainage issue is so god damn real. I had an 2014 Allroad and my god that was annoying. Imagine you are buying a fairly expensive car and having said car smell like wet dog after every heavy rain...
@brainsmatter7067
22 күн бұрын
At 5:29 i thought you were about to say “If you see any signs of Audi on these things, just walk away….” 😂
@durindragonsbane5548
22 күн бұрын
Wow heaps of ‘interesting’ comments here, I owned one for 5 years without any issues, you have to realise he’s talking about every issue that anybody ever had. I bought with 50,000 k’s and maintained fastidiously, I owned an RS4 80,000 k’s before that also no issues, anyone who’s thinking of buying a near super car and having it cheap to run are kidding themselves but you get an amazing car. I did spend about $5k on mods which took it to another level, exhaust, tune and intake, 510hp and 0-100 in 3.6 sec awesome GT car and the sound, I’m telling you one of the best N/A V8’s of all time at 8,300 rpm incredible. Sounds like quite a few people commenting here should buy a Corolla LOL
@esthetics4512
20 күн бұрын
Agreed💯💯
@bondmcnugget
19 күн бұрын
It is a review, of course he has to speak what everyone goes through and all the issues one will potentially get, that's what makes a good review. If you didn't have any issues that's good for you.
@NickDaqqers
22 күн бұрын
This is one of my dream cars. One day I hope to buy one and love it and completely recondition it. It's such a beautiful car. Great video! I'll definitely come back in the future.
@michaelplevan
13 күн бұрын
100k miles (!) 2015 B8.5 RS5 owner. I read a lot of Schadenfreude in the comments here. It's not that bad. She never failed me. Speaking of repairs: Audi offers an amazing set of original repair guidelines, covering literally everything from electric wire plan over engine assembly to aluminum welding. Read, learn, rent a DIY garage, and pay $32 to fix a faulty N80 instead of $2600 with the Audi dealer. If you brake your fingernails when opening the hood (no problem): put 5k-10k per year aside for maintenance and repair. That's her price and she's worth it.
@Christian-gm4yl
7 күн бұрын
Luckily the HPFPs can be found from hitachi for around $350 USD for the pair and are a 30min DIY. For the PCV valves buy the JH Motorsports kit. Thank you for pointing out the water drainage issue. I’m currently chasing down 5 warning lights that go off in sequence(tpms, sport diff, traction stability, etc) and would not be surprised if these are related to water intrusion. Great cars. Pretty numb and bulky in feel that gives a portly feel vs an e92, but benefits from higher creature comforts and fit and finish that is a class above the e92. Ultimately, I bought it for the motor and the body style. The AWD and sport diff are a nice feature when you stab the gas and can feel the tq vectoring and provide a unique experience if you’ve always had red cars. Definitely a future classic and one of the finest traditional and understated coupe designs of modern cars.
@olik9388
7 күн бұрын
@@Christian-gm4yl I had the exact codes on mine. It turned out to be the pins that connect to the throttle body (6 pin connector). They get loose over time. Audi wanted $4000 for new throttle bodies but issue was fixed for $120 with new pins wired into new connectors.
@Christian-gm4yl
Күн бұрын
@@olik9388 thanks for there reply! I’ll look into it!
@cytherians
3 күн бұрын
I've generally found that with Audi/VW/Porsche cars, you need to use physical electrics fairly often. So even if you're not an everyday sunroof user, open that thing fully and close it at least a couple of times a month. Roll down those windows, all around, fully down and up at least a few times each month. Letting those motors and actuators sit for very long periods without use seems to invite trouble.
@Brandon-v7j
22 күн бұрын
One thing missing, the catalytic converters are known to fail pretty early in their life. Of course they are insanely expensive to replace too
@esthetics4512
21 күн бұрын
That’s why you buy race headers boom reliable and increase in power 🕺🏽🕺🏽
@olik9388
7 күн бұрын
Been there. Requires engine and transmission to come out.
@olik9388
5 күн бұрын
@@esthetics4512 That’s what I did when the cats died. It’s the best performance upgrade you can do to these. After that they can take on a more aggressive tune and the engine temps run cooler.
@R1CH8888
19 күн бұрын
I have owned a 2016 RS3 since new, done 80k, it have no single issue till today 👍
@supermagicblackhole
18 күн бұрын
Please keep us updated on the issue and repairs!
@johnpapastamatis3456
22 күн бұрын
Have had my B8 RS4 which is mechanically the same as the RS5 since 50k and now has 120k I have serviced on time every 10k , No Issues at all ,..Love it to Bits
@CheapBastard1988
22 күн бұрын
Even a KIA should be like new under 160.000 km and under 12 years years old.
@MCgangsterhans
22 күн бұрын
Nice! I had one rs5 b8 for 2 years. Other than 2x vvt solenoid, which I swapped myself, never had issues. Audi service is always expensive try to do things yourself or an independent garage.
@Sprintonthehamsterwheel
16 күн бұрын
A S5 that our family owned ended up with 5 engines all under warranty. Three times they fitted the engine and then realized the gearbox didn’t fit. In the end the engine was hand built in Germany and flown to Australia. Then fitted after being off the road for a year. Q5 replacement while waiting for it back was fine…. D
@PavloRiabchuk
21 күн бұрын
Used performance Audis can be reliable. I got 5 years old S4 B8.5 (one with a supercharger). It had chip tuning, full exhaust and for 6 years it was bulletproof. And I was not gentle with it. In fact it was more reliable than my 2008 Honda Civic.
@esthetics4512
20 күн бұрын
That v6 supercharger sounds amazing with titanium intake
@PavloRiabchuk
20 күн бұрын
@@esthetics4512 No idea what exhaust it was 🤣 it looked like rs4 (single fat oval instead os dual small round ones on each side) but it sounded mighty.
@mrnicktoyou
22 күн бұрын
I know it has 100s of issues but I still want one so badly!
@ThatAussieBloke1
22 күн бұрын
omg the bonnet and guard don't line up that's killing me
@ChrisN06999
22 күн бұрын
20:34, right?
@Orvieta
21 күн бұрын
Audi build quality ;)
@robertceroli3512
22 күн бұрын
ive gone t a great idea basically avoid any euro with a sunroof
@lordcarnorjax8599
18 күн бұрын
"Some people have complained there's too many buttons, they're wrong, buttons are better than touch screens." Amen to that. I hate captive touch buttons or touch sliders etc. For volume & temperature a dial is the only way to go.
@glencameron5454
22 күн бұрын
Have owned a 2015 B8.5 RS4 since 2020 and have put 35k on it. Have replaced pcv, water pump and thermostat along with rear discs and pads. Yes all very expensive but sooooo worth it. The orchestral engine and dsg combination being most notable along with the looks of the wagon. If anyone is thinking of getting one…do yourself a favour. If you’re prepared $$$ you definitely won’t be disappointed. Ps. Nothing under the seats? There’s a secret compartment at the front.
@olik9388
5 күн бұрын
@@glencameron5454 What secret compartment? Where is it?
@glencameron5454
13 сағат бұрын
Reach down at the front of the seat towards the floor and feel for a handle and pull up. Probably should have mentioned I have the standard seats, mot the ones in this RS5.
@olik9388
10 сағат бұрын
@@glencameron5454 Ah, I have the optional sports seats. I checked in any case and they don’t have a secret compartment. I got excited for a moment 😂
@olik9388
4 сағат бұрын
@@glencameron5454 Hey, if you ever need to do PCV valves again buy them from Mercedes. It’s the exact same party number for the C63, so you can just swap out the interns for 1/3 the price that Audi charge. The other option is the JHM aftermarket replacement, which is much cheaper.
@jasonfields2793
20 күн бұрын
They are an absolutely beautiful car
@niwouackermann8517
10 күн бұрын
I owned a B7 RS4 which uses very much the same engine and similar other components, it was eyewateringly expensive to maintain even without any major mechanical failures other than the clutch.
@giojohn9807
15 күн бұрын
This one sentence sums up german cars "Terribly unnecessarily complicated"
@grossclothes7525
21 күн бұрын
I owned one for 3 year and the car was only a year or so old when I bought it, to be honest it took me a few months to be able to go fast enough in town to have it understeer, You are going ridiculously fast to make this happen. Once you learn that it will self correct and the computer will adjust brake and power biases to make it turn in anyway, It's like heaven. Good fuel economy is available, but only if you don't touch the accelerator. I could drive to cricket training which was highway driving to the Gold coast from Brisbane and achieve 8.5L/100km but only if I drove in comfort mode and literally only on cruise. If you touch the accelerator this type of fuel efficiency disappears. You also have to be prepared to have every boy racer want to drag race you in their SKYLINE et al. I was fortunate enough to own one that was basically new and had no issues whatsoever. Oh that V8 is the most beautiful sound you'll ever hear. Dynamic mode is too easy to find and too difficult to turn off. The exhaust is valved and the raw animal noise that comes when you turn on dynamic mode is exhilarating, plus the entire car just squats and tells you its ready to go. simply amazing everyone should drive this car at least once. The AWD system gives you a confidence that other performance cars I have owned never gives you. I am still an Audi owner and this car gave me a love for the brand that I have not lost.
@Jorgie000
22 күн бұрын
My mate has an Audi Q5 and its insane how expensive everything has been for him when stuff goes wrong. Being as careful with money as i am it would kill me.
@10essee10titans
Күн бұрын
Q5s are shit and nothing like an rs5 lmao
@20vtechnik
16 сағат бұрын
I tried to convince my wife we needed an a5 sport back or (even better) an rs5. It didn't work. She bought a new VW Tiguan......... Even with us owning an ultimately reliable 91 200 20v quattro (almost 300k miles) and a very, very reliable 14 allroad at 163k. I now realize I need to work on my debate skills. Rs5.....it should have been.
@g6et_wrx177
14 күн бұрын
The mechanic at the end told me everything I need to know to stay well clear.
@dill6078
22 күн бұрын
beautiful car but for $40-60k I'll keep my IS F and zero maintenance worries
@rl7586
22 күн бұрын
You are lucky because you got an older model The new Lexus stuff is bad news
@3omab
22 күн бұрын
How is it bad news?@@rl7586
@AvenirRacing
21 күн бұрын
There are few things as sexy as this car. I'm not a huge Audi guy, but these just do something to me on a deep level lol
@I999-g2s
20 күн бұрын
LOVED mine, but sold it a month before the extended warranty expired. Mine did rust behind the front wheels, and Audi were awful about covering it under warranty. At 3 years, I had to pay half of the rust repair costs.
@loukasantoniou8054
16 күн бұрын
i have a tdi b8.5 q5 for 8 years now, no problems whatsoever, any none. Its afully loaded model as well. And generally all european audis of this plattform, from to 2014 and after, are pretty soldi reliable vehicles, except for the 2.0tfsi models. Honestly i think different continents have different levels of quality in the models offered.
@stevenharrison2808
20 күн бұрын
Great car. I’ve had mine for 3 years now. Never had any major issues. Just be proactive with maintenance.👍🏻
@joshcutler6061
14 күн бұрын
I had the same generation S5 with the 4.2 manual, good LORD it was expensive to run. Clutch went immediately, which was £2600 to replace, then a week later the power steering pump went, it had an oil leak and also needed the walnut blasting doing. This was all in the space of about 4 months. God damn it was a good car to drive though
@AWMJoeyjoejoe
22 күн бұрын
One of my mates at work had one of these. He had an F10 M5 before it and he said the M5 got better fuel economy than the Audi. It was pretty bad!
@Jdnicks00
22 күн бұрын
I’ve experienced three Audis, all had issues with burning engine oil. Really expensive to fix and maintain.
@GOJMNY
19 күн бұрын
I have an Audi A4 1.8T and the amount of engine oil leaking and burning are killing me. I need to top up the oil very often. I always have a few cans of 5w30 in my garage 😂
@anonamas4261
20 күн бұрын
Cheaper than a used gen 1 R8 even with maintainence. Name another car that is AWD, Italian designed and has a N/A V8 based on a V10 that revs out to 8300 rpm.
@joelr22
20 күн бұрын
When I got my first gen RS5 absolutly love @ first sight. Then it went downhill on day 1. Owned it for just over a year, spent atleast 8-9 months in the Workshop of my ownership. Traded it in after that then it shortly blew the engine on the next owner. Never again.
@Why_not_not
10 күн бұрын
Interesting and great video. I've got a 2014 RS 4 (same as this but in estate/wagon form) and from the UK. They are pretty highly regarded as pretty problem free in the UK. I've had mine over 2 years and had no issues at all (76k miles now) bar the one that happens to all of them - DRC suspension - it WILL go wrong. I replaced mine with Bilstein's but I knew that was coming so I'd prepared for it before I bought the car. Mine has a full service history and I look after it properly. Maintenance is expensive but really not catastrophic. A good independent specialists a normal inspection service is £270 odd (annual). You do have to account for the additional items (plugs, gearbox, diff, final drive) etc but they're about £1,500 total every 4 years (approx.). Tyres and brakes are pricey but that's performance cars for you. Next thing on my list is a carbon clean but it's not showing any signs of issues so will probably do that with my next service in 2025. Would strongly recommend these cars. They sound gorgeous (even with stock sports exhaust), hold their money and sit in that perfect sweet spot of being modern enough to daily drive but classic enough to give you the fizz with the n/a v8. Small tip, pull and plug the vacuum lines to the exhaust vales and them manually push them open. They stay like that and the noise is superb.
@lash9400
21 күн бұрын
The first gen A/S/RS 5 coupe looks so handsome and classy.
@mikehagmaier3949
22 күн бұрын
Test drove a 2013 a couple years ago and yeah, it was riotous. Ended up getting a 2015 AMG C63s instead. Just liked it better but I still think about that RS5 every once in a while 🎉
@rl7586
22 күн бұрын
Since Lexus and Toyota moved from their ancient technology to more modern, they suffer a lot of problems too. At the moment BMW is pretty much the most reliable brand I’m talking about newer models
@fitguyraf5453
21 күн бұрын
Car prices in Australia are insane 👀
@wolverineauli7
22 күн бұрын
been waiting for this one to drop for sometime now. Thank you ReDriven
@andynater1885
20 күн бұрын
These would of been superb with a six speed manual, that era DSG is highly un-involving and a mechanical nightmare.
@SydneyReefing
17 күн бұрын
The timing chains were only an issue on the 4.2s in the previous gens.
@M4rt_FX
21 күн бұрын
Get something from BMW with the B58 in it instead.
@davidemartorana4708
22 күн бұрын
I would take this over an equivalent M3/ M4 any day
@Leonardqh5kp
20 күн бұрын
Love your vids gents - purchased a Lexus instead of a 2nd hand Euro that I’m loving. You’re doing a community service! Love Adam’s anti smoking stance - it is indeed disgusting 😂
@niwouackermann8517
10 күн бұрын
I'm pretty sure on this generation A5 Coupe the sunroof can only tilt, it does not slide open, thus will not have a wind deflector 🤔
@interceptor7905
22 күн бұрын
Do review on Fairlane behind you in the workshop
@thatpersiandude7386
22 күн бұрын
One the the best sounding cars ever
@goran2009
22 күн бұрын
Compared to cars made today, this RS5 was made with passion … Maintenance cost is so worth it!
@TimQwant
21 күн бұрын
Congrats Adam! You finally changed the perv's rainbowscreensaver to a semi-good one!
@JulianKapa
19 күн бұрын
The exhaust heats up the boot? Are the heat shields not very effective? That should be an easy fix by wrapping the heat shields in some more insulation.
@Trench_j
18 күн бұрын
My 2020 S5 had that sunroof issue. I bought it brand new and got rid of it just 6 months later.
@eventhorizon4795
22 күн бұрын
I was so close to getting a 2013 RS5 but the mechatronic unit issue scared me off, I didn't realise they had all these other issues too! I went with a 2010 C63 AMG. Yes, the M156 has its own issues but nothing compared to the RS5. C63 sounds better too. I also had an ISF but it was like driving a Toyota Camry at anything under 4k RPM, whereby the C63 is fun at any speed and any RPM.
@paulmonyai1269
16 күн бұрын
owned a 2014 S5 and i can say only had a problem with the mechatronic overall it was a fun car though I wanted a RS5 but my bank balance didn't agree with me😅
@pedroelcato
21 күн бұрын
I love these cars, but I’ll never own one because of the high cost of maintenance and what could go wrong it makes me sad
@liddz434
21 күн бұрын
How the hell do these problems happen on supposedly prestige high end European cars?! Ridiculously bad build quality and design…crazy price tags for these things aren’t not warranted
@gnkVLCT
21 күн бұрын
They do sound amazing. Quality interior still..... But I'll have to ask again, B9 series PFL RS4 pretty please!
@renaudy2092
21 күн бұрын
The heck! People are complaining about the N54 not being reliable
@mbwindows7
22 күн бұрын
Great car and review, can’t beat a German V8! BTW, there is a sunglasses holder!😊
@skilgour44
22 күн бұрын
It would be great to have some commentary here about which of these issues apply to the S5 as well given that, on the surface, they are very similar cars. It's great to see a video on this; thank you.
@edwardgreaves344
21 күн бұрын
Don’t be fooled by engine configuration and size. They aren’t that similar
@ryanhouck2794
22 күн бұрын
Just like owning any high performance car whether that’s a e9x m3 , b8.5 rs5 , c63 you’ll always pay up for maintenance, you have to pay to play, can’t be cheap with expensive cars because then yeah you’ll have issues. If you want something that doesn’t have issues but is also not nearly as fun buy a Honda 😂
@esthetics4512
21 күн бұрын
Yes sir💯
@iboswell
21 күн бұрын
For Australian roads I'd go for an S5 V8 with a manual transmission.
@360FAMOUZ360
19 күн бұрын
Those wingbacks are unreal
@scottieboy9722
22 күн бұрын
Lots? Better watch
@uszokrepper1
22 күн бұрын
Well after those all issues I would pick a LExus ISF anytime...also the sound is better imo and only oil changes yearly and thats all...
@delua6
21 күн бұрын
B8.5 Owner here Don't get a B8, and make sure the service history is good and you're set Maintenance expensive as hell but it's worth it (at least to me)
@edwardgreaves344
21 күн бұрын
Another b8.5 owner here. I agree! Make sure the big services were all done. Allow a generous contingency and or get a warranty. And yes it’s expensive to service. But the depreciation from here on is unlikely to kill the bank balance.
@mrshaw5006
19 күн бұрын
Great video as usual, reckon you guys could get your hands on a pre-facelift B8 Audi S4?
@joshjoshspangler
22 күн бұрын
What goes wrong? Audi does. Period. Expensive to own and when they go wrong (frequently), they're costly to repair. They look great, they sound great, but they are poorly engineered and cost lots to own. Do yourself a favour and buy something else....ANYTHING else!
@francistaylor1822
22 күн бұрын
Dont know, we have a A5 TDI in the family and its been pretty solid though the Mechatronic transmission needed some work ($5K for a partial rebuild by a good transmission place). A really really nice car. You just got to have a good service history and a good third party euro mechanic who know what they are doing. NB you can put in a pass through for the head unit so you have all the functions + andriod auto/carplay. Oh and from memory there were 42 buttons and they all lit up red at nighttime. Was awesome. And also the B&O stereo is beyond awesome!
@joshjoshspangler
22 күн бұрын
@@francistaylor1822 Fair enough. Audi, more than any other brand to my knowledge, seem to be very hit and miss. I've had two and can confirm how expensive they are to maintain properly, and a friend of mine who thankfully had something covered under warranty that would have cost her around 3 thousand dollars to fix. Something about corrosion on something to do with her air-conditioning. It was only a few years old. That just shouldn't happen on any car, let alone one costing $70k, (mind you that was $70k 5 years ago, so close to $100k today). Seems to me the more expensive the car, the more trouble it is. Audi for me, would be at the top of that list.
@skilgour44
22 күн бұрын
@@francistaylor1822 $5k on a transmission issue is not 'pretty solid'.
@AWMJoeyjoejoe
22 күн бұрын
Right. Range Rover it is!
@Bruno-xb2mt
21 күн бұрын
5k on a partial rebuild is wayyy tooo much on a part that shouldn’t have gone wrong
@tomlabarb2640
20 күн бұрын
Car wizard did a video on this too... seems the front end needs to come off for most engine repairs... 5 hour labor on ...5 hours labor off... good luck
@yanlok1484
22 күн бұрын
Nice video and now I'm looking forward to a C7 RS6 video.
@nkosinathikazi3982
22 күн бұрын
This car has aged beautifully 😍❤
@timj41
21 күн бұрын
Before VAG made cars they made submarines but decided to pivot to cars due to a drier atmosphere for the product
@theodociocozanitis5437
22 күн бұрын
I want one will have to do with a matchbox one cheaper to look at
@supermagicblackhole
18 күн бұрын
Thank you for this!!!!!
@scottcarter2362
22 күн бұрын
Avoid the VAG. Very sexy performance cars, but my mechanics(for over 15 years now) say if they just fixed VAG products they would have all the work they need. Needlessly complicated.
@MrWilliam.Stewart
22 күн бұрын
To say they are expensive to repair is a little unfair. They simply weren't designed to be repaired I'd suggest, just purchased, used for five or so years then disposed of, and replaced with the latest version. It's a system that works well (kind of) in Germany.
@anthonyfarnan5935
21 күн бұрын
Nonsense.
@The_Notorious_CRG
21 күн бұрын
Did Jim get compensated any more for the extra vid time he put in for this review?
@haricsl
17 күн бұрын
I thought there is a sunglasses holder at the top near rear view mirror
@TwistedDonners
22 күн бұрын
This might be a nice looking car but for peace of mind but I think I'd stick with the Century or Giulia instead. Definitely not a good thing that the boot heats up that badly if you have cold foods. Definitely not the car that I was expecting too see today but a good video none the less. Good work guys and as always stay safe and look forward to Sunday's video as per usual 👍.
@Dipshtnick92
21 күн бұрын
Someone get this guy an E55 to review
@AHC4675
22 күн бұрын
A V8, rear wheel drive, coupe, how about a CV8?
@nikamichi
21 күн бұрын
Who are these thousands of people who own these old performance Audis without a problem? I don't believe it.
@adriankiraly5172
21 күн бұрын
70k in 11 years? That's like 2 years driving for most Australians...
@peters_stuff
8 күн бұрын
Sun glases holder in central console above head brother :D ... I was deciding between RS5 and S5 both 4.2 V8 - said no to RS5 because of how expensive parts are. I'm happy with my S5 .... no torque in these? Ehm yes no torque if you're in 6th gear doing 30mph around 1100rpm, nothing like dropping 4 gears down, suddenly at 5k rpm with all the torque and about 2100rpm to go to ... with RS5 that would be 8300rpm ... the sound and vibration of engine would make you think if there is defibrilator near by as it interfere with heartbeat :D at its peak, especially with custom exhaust ... I don't know how long im gonna keep this car but i know they wont be around much longer so if soemone would like to try the taste of relatively cheap naturally aspirated high reving V8 the time is ticking.
@olik9388
7 күн бұрын
The S5 actually has more torque than the RS5 and makes peak torque lower in the rev range. I could notice that when I test drove the S5 over the RS5. I decided to go with the RS5, but the S5 does feel better to drive on the road. You do have to push the RS a bit to get the best out of it.
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