Review | 2018 Audi A5 | All Jokes Aside

[@revolution475]

This is one, if not probably the best non-biased car review ever produced. Savagegeese never disappoints. Love the new SHOPPE!

[@McKurdi]

Kululekani Makeleni exactly. The people saying this car is so boring etc. are as biased as one can get, either bmw or Mercedes fans. Audi’s design is very beautiful and timeless, only thing that gets boring is that all their models look similar, but you don’t have to buy an Audi every time.

[@fredkuukusmith1735]

You're right.

[@ronochow]

Audi still does some of the best lights in the business. I love the subdued looks. It's neat, clean and proper.

[@komentierer]

Clyde Glide Audi still rules in that department... look at how Lexus lights are rated, they just look good. the iihs actually rates those new Lexus LED headlights as being unsafe, all they do is blind oncoming traffic and they can't even illuminate roads properly

[@ElGranCaminante001]

After seeing this video in December I got myself a 2019 A5 Sportback Sline and i cant be happier. This car is so dope and practical and the best place to be when you get out of work tired.

[@tradenchill9123]

I got an A5 2018 Sportback after weeks of indecision between Audi/BMW/Mercedes entry luxury models. So happy. The A5 is perfect for a young adult/professional.

[@matthewqtran1318]

Your soothing voice is perfect for review videos. Thank you for speaking like a normal human in your videos. Im so sick of "car enthusiasts" jizzing their pants everytime they talk about alcantara or adaptive suspension...

[@07wrxtr1]

Agreed! There's just a lot of "ME TOO" / copy cat reviewers clogging up youtube trying to out dooshnozzel eachother with hyperbole and too many energy drinks. They don't make up for their annoyances with knowledge but instead they take the over cut/over edited/annoying music approach, but then don't do simple things like buy a decent mic/polarizing filter. My latest gripe: "5 things I love/hate about" videos. What is it with millenials and counting? you see it everywhere now. Damn millenials and their checklist lifestyle.

[@zyxiryxiciachmach1331]

ohh man you are so right in this one.. Those overacting bastards are sooo annoying

[@JimNortonsAlcoholism]

Alex on Autos is the standard when it comes to intelligent sounding reviewers. He breaks the mold.

[@christianflorez5146]

checklist lifestyle really hit me in the feels

[@Jwdude123]

Yeah too bad he’s short bald and a dick

[@FamousWithoutBrad]

You're always there for me, unlike my dad

[@_BrandonCross]

i love you

[@FamousWithoutBrad]

I'll never let go

[@bigden2755]

You should consult.

[@maxxweber4336]

Your dad has better things to do.

[@Jwdude123]

That means you are black

[@marksmith8698]

Clearly the best reviewer of cars on the internet. Always clear and concise...no gimmicks.

[@Natural11001001]

I'm revisiting this review after owning mine for 5 years and I agree completely. Awesome car and very reliable. I've had a stage 1 tune and bolt-ons for the past year and it only adds to the fun factor.

[@simonrichards5430]

" ... it doesn't scream 'I'm douchy' ..." ... love it!!

[@ApothecaryTerry]

It has an Audi badge, no idea where you are but in the UK, driving an Audi is exactly the same as tattooing "I'm a cock" on your forehead. Edit: To make it clear, that doesn't mean I dislike Audis, just the drivers ☺

[@JulioLopez-xz5kx]

Yup. We're looking at you BMW 330i drivers!

[@thomasreuter1968]

Mark's reviews are definitely the most profound and most eloquently presented to be found on YT or elsewhere. The quality of the vids are only the cherry on the cake and I'd watch them even if they were available in 240p only. Thanks a lot for your outstanding work and keep goin'. It's a pleasure watching.

[@SmoothJyzz]

I have the 2016. I was looking to see a neutral biased critique of the new platform and body style, since it will likely be with us for at least 5+ years. He hit all the things I thought might carry over, and gave what I thought was an honest evaluation on this next gen A5. I found it very very useful, and something that could be counted on. The complaining guy didn't add much to the video/discussion unless I missed it. Great production quality and I appreciated the professionalism of this review.

[@joes.7536]

The complaining guy is turbowski. The mechanic that's burnt out from wrenching most of his adult life. . But he's funny as hell, and his appearances are one of my favorite parts of the channel.

[@McKurdi]

SmoothJyzz Imo the previous generation of A5 has a better looking front, I don’t like what they have done to new grill, even the A6 too just doesn’t look as good as the previous

[@AR-ix8fq]

How is the reliability?

[@cosettapessa6417]

Still have it?

[@Digiphex]

As an S5 owner, I totally understand the screen up on the dash. It made room for a floating dash and tons of room for large double cupholders, which in the previous version (which I also had) were in the way. And now there is a cubby that is partly open to slide the phone in and out without it showing. Mostly because that screen moved up there on the dash. Now, they could have had it fold in every time but that is unreliable.

[@summerbreeze5758]

Have u ever driven the a5? I use to own the S5 and love the steering! Thinking about buying this and having it delivered to me. The q5 steering was kind of loose so I’m hoping the steering is identical

[@Daurentius322]

@@summerbreeze5758 Actually I have test driven both an S5 and an A5 from 2019 the past few days and I really felt the A5 was just what what I was looking for, sure I have the money to buy both of them but it's not about having the most expensive car there is, sometimes less is more and since I do not live in a large country and everything is highly limited and monitored here, there is no point in buying an S5 unless you're the type who begs for confirmation from that 1 person out of 100s if not 1000s who thinks it's more posh to have an S5 over an A5. I ended up purchasing a 5 door A5 Quattro S Tronic from 2019, it has barely passed 9500 km and has the S5 steering wheel, S5 carbon dash, S5 rims, S5 seats and this car was ~30k cheaper than its S5 equivalent and don't even get me started on the huge difference in the monthly insurance rate so I'd say check with a reputable Audi dealer near you and just make sure that you know what you're looking for and that you do not allow yourself to be manipulated by some self righteous salesman, even the slightest doubt or uneasiness should cause you to not go for the purchase so just get your bearings right and check it out, I went in there with a very low expectation but left with an exceptionally high satisfaction, not only about the car but also the dealership itself.

[@fabulouspoet]

@@Daurentius322 Totally understandable. There is a decent sound and performance difference, but you can make an a4/a5 as fast as an s4/s5 VERY easily. Audi did a fantastic job at making the entry level vehicles great.

[@DGCastell]

4 seconds on screen after what felt like a year off, and the man is already complaining. gotta love turbowski!

[@ConsciousRobot]

That thing is gorgeous. Most car manufacturers are trying too hard to do unique, aggressive, and futuristic, but often come out looking too busy, and awkward. I like the clean styling of this. In my opinion it isn't boring at all, it's just tastefully designed. I love that it's not all bloated looking like most newer cars.

[@BubbaPyro99]

And now audi is too ):

[@NeilMagill]

Absolutely superb review, done by someone that gets cars. You will never win against people are biased for or against the A5 or Audi. It's not about being the best car, the fastest car, or best handling, it's providing a really really good car, that does many many things well. I have to say I miss my A5 Quattro, with the 2.0 TFSI. Superb all rounder, and it really does make you question what more you need out of a car.

[@MatthewGaither]

Audi is making such good cars these days. I was under the impression that "just" an A5 would be quite boring but after watching your review I no longer think that. Turns out, "just" an A5 is pretty darn good!

[@joseacuna3239]

I’ve come here because I was looking for a review of this car, I’m a subscriber but I mainly watched your last 1.5 year videos and I can see how far you’ve get into this reviews. Nice move to cut turbowski btw.

[@TeslaRoger]

Glad I waited for the 4k to show up. Outstanding production quality!

[@bpp325]

This is what Audi does. It's a lovely auto with lovely attributes. You get one you're hooked for life as I have been for 30+ years. Nice video btw, thanx.

[@InnerLuminosity]

Faxxx

[@es9423]

Just bought a used manual 6 speed 2018 A5 Quattro with the S line sport package, Bang & Olufsen sound, and heated steering wheel upgrades. 14000 miles! A beautiful car. Your video analysis hit all the high points. Some of the negatives don’t apply to me. I don’t have the nav system so the cockpit display is fairly clean. One button makes it a minimal display which I prefer. Thanks for the thorough review. You have reassured me I made a great purchase. Also test drove a 2017 BMW 440i xdrive. Audi’s shifting was so much smoother, especially 1st gear. The A5 does not have rev-matching on down shifting. So a more true manual feel, if you know what you are doing! Thanks again.

[@mortensenvick5711]

let me know if you decide to sell it :)

[@sprosper9]

Thanks! This was a huge help in my purchase. Love my A5

[@jimbo6612]

This is an absolutely beautiful car - the design is so understated yet striking. I don't need or even want an S5 or RS5. This beauty is more than enough for daily duties 👍

[@daylearceneaux4083]

I owned a 2009 and I can tell you the A5 looks even better in person. It is a piece of art. Pics don't do it justice.

[@voodootrois]

"In the Shoppe with Turbowski" felt a little different than before: Scott came across as substantially more passive, less dominant. Probably has to do with it not being in his garage anymore. His casual apparel was also a factor. Though maybe its mostly from his extended absence, and he simply needs a couple videos to warm back up. Still, happy to see him back! (and having the garage segment be more of conversation between two people instead of with the camera)

[@brainards11]

I just bought a used 2018 A5 Sportback and get more looks driving the car...I absolutely love the car!!! Simply a sophisticated luxury sports sedan!

[@drphilgarner]

Such a complete review, with outstanding production quality. Work to be proud of - well done.

[@boxerdog5979]

Because of this review I just bought this exact car. My car was rear ended and totaled. I am very happy with this Audi for my commute car. Thank you for posting and helping me.

[@stephane_edouard]

Best picture editing on the internet.

[@davidstanton9681]

I had an A3 not bad, A4 pretty good and now recently an A5. Outstanding. Best car I’ve had so far. Thanks for the review. Top work 😊

[@gabrielskinner2722]

Man, I just came across your reviews. Really nicely produced and edited, very nice job man.

[@Reallyraywhat]

I’ve had 2 A3’s and I know it’s nothing like this car but I really made me appreciate the Audi brand and being able to grow into one of their more expensive cars.

[@JamieR1988]

Best car reviews on KZbin.

[@nikoyochum6974]

haha, I kept waiting for you to talk about the steering feel (or lack thereof) and you finally got to it right at the end

[@dannoyes4493]

Here's how you improve the engine: add some port injection so the valves don't carbonize every 30,000 miles / improve the rear main seal / redesign the chain tensioner / no more plastic water pumps... how much more do you need?

[@SomeLazyDr]

One thing to note about the firmness - that might be because of the S-Line sport package. Default suspension is actually a bit in the opposite direction - more on the softer side, so bumps feel "wavey" as opposed to "shocking".

[@SavagexRaccoon]

The GOOSE IS BACK!

[@mrclevelandbrown1220]

SavagexRaccoon goose mean dick in Somali language

[@amiller2121]

I really enjoyed this review. Looking at the underside of the car is a great idea and really showed the German build quality. One criticism - Scott was in no way an asset to this video. He was not really interested in the car and I question why he was involved. I keep him off camera and let him operate the lift.

[@suserman7775]

I disagree. I think Scott IS an asset to this video. He calls out bullshit when he sees it.

[@csanvi]

Mr. Goose, I've been quietly watching your videos for sometime now and thought this would be the right time to comment. Your calm voice along with detailed review drew me. Subscribed. Keep'em coming.

[@BNN-hy7iz]

I've liked the A5 ever since it first came out, into production. Smooth ride.

[@phych]

When I saw Turbowski without his shop uniform, I almost reported this video for Sexual Content.

[@maxxweber4336]

Did you get a little hot?

[@Jahmas001]

This engine has so many applications. I had a 2009 Gti with the newer TSI engine and I flashed it with an APR tune. The torque steer was so much that it tore away at the braids on my down pipe. In any event, I was amazed as I could torture A-5s and walk away from them at 150+ The manual for me was the best. So much bottom end torque made hills delightful. The cast iron block was meant to be boosted and seems like the industry standard for many VW / Audi applications. I think this is one of the best engines every made and the easiest to be modded.

[@devlad]

I'm adding "Get off the road, turkey" to my daily driving vocab

[@tunintunin3417]

Never seen anyone else do a scaling, kudos. Coming from a German family and strongly disliking the German cars... i can totally respect this review.

[@chocolatewheelchair]

tunin tunin what dont you like about German cars

[@tunintunin3417]

chocolatewheelchair one example, had a passenger MB Viano (134000km) business van and at the same time I had a private Land Cruiser, both fully loaded, spent more on servicing and fixing the MB in one year than on the LC so far, 429000 km, running strong not a single glitch.

[@tunintunin3417]

I could go on as we as a family had over 50 different German cars over the years... my brother in law worked for his whole life at the MB headquarters in BWT and eve he drives a Toyota today. In our experience, Geerman cars are not even close to what they used to be, we have a saying, they are taxation on idiots. Money pits.

[@Jetsetscotty]

This is a great car and I love mine. Best car I've ever had.

[@SuperSuccessfulTroll]

you must not own many interesting cars or just not care

[@christianflorez5146]

your reviews are unmatched man seriously. ive seen them all. so much detail and stuff people SHOULD care about. thank you. the lexus rc350 helpped me make a decision and go with another car

[@petaujus3000]

Good review ! I have a Q7 and I could not agree more on the diagnosis you made of the user interface (which is the same one: the part about voice control is THE MOST FRUSTRATING THING EVER. You spend 80k on a car and voice control is not bad, it is totally, 100%, dysfunctional (PS: audi told me they'll rely on google starting 2018). The screen brightness: never bothered me and i'm quite sensitive to light. Having switched from BMW, i'd say: way nicer interiors with Audi, quieter cars, but voice command in beamers works great (here is doesn't, period) and they are livelier to drive. I would recommend those new gen Audis if you look for discrete luxury, maybe not if you look for excitement.

[@1QuickSlovak]

VAG uses pedal velocity based brake assist. I had a Mk6 Golf TDI and you couldn't turn it off. So even if you just want to brush the brakes, you had to be very slow and deliberate with the pedal to avoid getting a boot full of brakes.

[@CanadaLuke]

I like you but Turboski need to concentrate on telling us some useful information like "This looks like it's easy to work on... etc" from a mechanic's perspective. Otherwise he might as well not be in the video!

[@SavagexRaccoon]

I could care less about the junks they review all i wanna see is turbowski ;)

[@gordonfreeman5434]

We all like scott for his dry humour

[@PaulsPlace]

I will agree with that, definitely need more Turboski input on mechanics.

[@andrewreyes986]

Lucas L Yes more Turbowski input!! Even if its just crap talking as long as its about the cars setup

[@jag67stang]

He does exactly that, but in language that people with the ability to work on that car themselves can understand. The sarcastic language is how a mechanic would think about that car. If you can't pick up on it I doubt you would have the ability and understanding to work on a modern vehicle.

[@benoit.b9337]

Most perfect design in my opinion. Proportions just look perfect.

[@xyz_0922]

it would've been interesting to see the manual version of this engine, i find it amazing they even offer it

[@jaystewart4823]

Audi should hire you because you just sold me. This was the best, most thorough yet interesting review vid I’ve seen on this car. Thanks, and great job. Quality vids. 🔥

[@MrUnknown747]

i love how you hoist all cars. Keep that up ty...

[@joes.7536]

don’t forget that those 2 L turbo’s can be very easily re-flashed to 300 ft lbs of torque. And you will smash on every V6 domestic you pull up next to you. And btw vw/Audi had it figured out a long time ago. I had a 1999 Audi 1.8t that had an idle so smooth you had to look at the tach to see if it was on, and the torque of a 5 liter V8 with a stage 1 remap.

[@mattnguyen3751]

Please review the MK7 GTI

[@JKimi6]

Nooooo, I just sold mine. Don't make me regret plz...

[@xpinchx]

@savagegeese if you want to drive one I have a 2017 GTI S I live in Rosemont, probably not too far from you.

[@k2t210]

It would be interesting to see his thoughts on this as the drivetrain is almost the same and it handles much better

[@jmslazarus]

Yes please review the Mk7

[@Chowbizful]

+Xianyue Wang chinese people are rich ?

[@francogalati1005]

I have an a3 s line 2018 and its an amazing vehicule. Same engine tfsi but 228 hp 260 pound of tourque. Amazing engine. Great review by the way

[@NootNoot.]

Scott Turbowski is back in action!

[@scanspeak00]

NootNoot! But what does he contribute?

[@mickwrinkles2318]

The bitter truth.

[@No-ex3do]

Food net work

[@inikkor520]

His presence is just... filling.

[@daniellesh1782]

The production quality of this video is amazing once again. Keep it up Geese! These reviews are the best thing on KZbin right now

[@knightmarel]

VW AUDI make the best 4 cylinder engines, they've been perfecting for years. But the V6 sounds quite good in the S4/S5.

[@Choose_Wright]

Have this car in six speed manual. I love it. So smooth. So reliable. Doesn’t ask for much but give you so much

[@atobee2595]

You are right about Ford, it's like their only care is for the car to move, no attention to detail whatsoever!

[@rockino2562]

I agree about its exterior, especially the first gen version of this look especially good. Simple yet elegant

[@MrTerrific]

Thought about checking out the new 2018 camry xse or the 2018 toyota c-hr?

[@tomy8339]

Those are some of the best looking alloy wheels I've ever seen.

[@scanspeak00]

Long term reliability is a concern for me.

[@alfredvalrie5541]

scanspeak00 I would get the base or mid-level of this. skip the premium.

[@xkrnxboix]

+ scanspeak00 If you like the car and you are planning on keeping it long-term, negotiate and purchase the extended warranty. If you can get at least a 4-year extended warranty, that is 9 years of headache-free ownership. Their prices could look steep now but it will most likely be a life-saver. And remember extended warranties are always cheaper when brand new then purchasing it when basic warranty is almost over.

[@xkrnxboix]

+ Alfred Valrie If you have extended warranty (exclusionary), you do not have to worry about more tech/electronics. Get the most you can afford.

[@fatboy19831]

You will usually get 100,000 miles of relatively trouble free driving out of a modern Audi. If you do have a problem the warranty and service is very good. If you want to keep an Audi past the factory warranty GET THE EXTENDED WARRANTY. It is very reasonable. You do not have to buy it with a new car just before the standard Audi warranty expires. Only get the Factory Audi extended warranty. IF you keep any German car past 100,000 miles good luck. I would tap out at 80k or 9 years. There are allot of + 100k German cars out there. The reliable ones are still the minority. Even scheduled maintenance can be expensive. Keep all your maintenance records. The Unfortunate thing is ......well .....no other car under $100,000 drives as nice as an Audi. This is their time. They are the reference standard. I drove a bottom of the line 2017 A4. It is one of the best all around automobiles I have ever driven. There are no modern Japanese or Korean cars that drive as nicely. At any price point.

[@Desertduleler_88]

Yes, like most things German.

[@Chironex_Fleckeri]

Most thorough car reviews on YT

[@freepadz6241]

Absolutely superb review of what looks to be a very decent car.

[@cosmotect]

I've got a 2014 A5 and I love it so much, it just feels so right. 2L 225 hp, but it just goes man

[@NMEofdaST8]

Mike Asterios I'm looking at a A5 from that year how reliable has your been? Is it under warranty? Thanks

[@qwertyqwerty-iz3bg]

Scott blowing his vape into the shot at 2:26

[@kb3dow]

Your reviews are certainly one of the most comprehensive, and the only one I've seen that puts the car on a lift to critique the parts on the underside.

[@dogdoc1]

I've owned two of the earlier A5's. They are beautiful cars, and I wanted to drive it until the wheels fall off. But after 50k miles, all heck broke lose with problems that were unresolvable, and customer support is poor. The truth is not in engineering, and beauty is only skin deep. 😞

[@SuperSuccessfulTroll]

you got what you wanted. you drove it until the wheels fell off. i bet you wont purchase another audi :/

[@eat_a_dick_trudeau]

My S5 has been 13000kms (yes, thirteen thousand) of unbridled heartache. First a wheel bearing, then the proximity key stopped working. Coolant bottle cracked. Constant misfires, and CEL's. Then the ECU failed. It took 44 days, and, $3774.70 for the ECU to be sorted out. I drove it 7kms home, and the car died in the driveway. It was towed back to the shop again today. As of January 30, 2019: I have had the car for 186 days. 64 of those days, the car has been offline for repairs. 35% of the time I have had the car so far, I haven't been able to drive it. I have spent as much trying to keep the wheels turning, as I paid for the down payment. I hate this car with an absolute passion. I would jump for joy if it was stolen, or wrecked. Audi builds crap cars, and, backs them up with crap customer service, and, support.

[@eat_a_dick_trudeau]

@@Gandalf721 I am thrilled that your friends don't have problems with ther 2014, and newer Audi's. Mine isn't newer than 2014. There is no warranty. There is no lemon law where I am.

[@JPTR2A]

This has to be one of the better reviews, very informative.

[@suserman7775]

As an engineer, I object to this car's price-to-cylinder ratio.

[@javidol1544]

As a human with a functioning brain, I also object to this car's price-to-cylinder ratio.

[@RJ-su9us]

On point observations. Couple of minor points which are incorrect - you can dim the interface enough so it doesn't disturb - the sound system is not good at all - interior lighting colors can be changed with lighting package -55k can give you top prestige model and it has cooled seats and heated steering etc. I own a5 prestige.

[@SteveSmith-fh6br]

You have to have the manual transmission? What? So you can go slower?

[@karlk.6819]

Bro check it out car and driver test of the 2018 audi a4 manual with the same engine, they say the manual is 0.1 second faster on both 0-60 mph and 1/4 mile than the automatic.

[@drsg9124]

I may have said this already but you have the best reviews on youtube. keep up the good work.

[@gregoryburton1241]

I I owned two A5 Quattros. An 08 V6 5 speed M, first year, and a 09 V6 5 speed auto S line. The 08 had a beautiful pure black paint job and a Cinnamon Brown interior. It had a lot of little nagging problems. It was the first year of this model and as they say, don't buy the first year of anything. Liked the car, but the manual transmission didn't like rush hour traffic and the desert dust loved the black paint. Traded it in for the 09 with Meteorite Gray exterior and matching interior. Loved that freaking car. Even though it had an automatic transmission, that V6 was a beast. It drove better at 90 mph than it did at 55! Drive it at highway speeds and the gas mileage was around 31 mpg. But that was not always possible. Besides yearly maintenance, the only money I spent was for tires and alignments. Got married, had a kid and that damn child car seat hated the A5 as much as the A5 hated it! That was my favorite model of the A5. The newer ones look too generic. I love my kids, but I miss that car! Oh, I drive a 2015 Q5 V6 Quattro diesel TDI! Yes, the diesel that Audi lied about the emissions on. They had to reprogram the computer to correctly measure the exhaust emissions. Lost about 3 miles per gallon. Getting 25 mpg in the city and 33 on the highway. Don't know if l lost any horse power, rated at 260 and 428 lbs ft of torque. That thing will blast the doors off most cars from a dead start. And, it likes child car seats!

[@karlk.6819]

In europe I used to have a Q7 V12 TDI and that engine is so sweet and felt like butter smooth and electric ready before the EV was a thing. Now than I'm moving to Canada I really would like to buy an A5 with manual transmission and keep for looong time (wife is lucky and will get a new EV suv lol) buth those versions are really rare

[@Jetsetscotty]

Only two things are that the screen does not fold away on the dash, I can live with as it is not too obtrusive. When it rains and the tailgate is wet as soon as you open it the water runs along the rear window bottom and splashes into the boot. I guess it's the styling so can live with that. Just open it a little until the water runs off before opening fully.

[@davidstanton9681]

Definitely tailgate rain in my boot too. I will open it slowly next time. I thought I had the only car that did it lol 😂. Thanks

[@m7md4x4]

Pllease please please never stop going under the car with Scott, it makes us understand the car from other prospective. Thanks man

[@patriciaselo7036]

007 007 p

[@goobert83]

You can use google search by pressing the voice command button, say online destinations and then the destination you want. It works quite well. You can't use it like google on a smartphone. You have to learn the MMI. And when you do, it's quite impressive how intuitive it is. Why I think you are so impressed with this car vs. it's German rivals is because Audi put years of time and money into research and development compared to its competition. Every button was strategically placed with the driver in mind. From the simple, modern design of the HVAC to the ergonomic design of the shifter placed in from of the knob so you can rest your palm on it. It makes for a wonderful daily driver!

[@malangi31]

OMG what a practical review!! PLEASEEEEE do A5 Sportsback

[@ckneasel]

Waqas Bashir watch the video over and pretend it has 4 doors...

[@CanadianMax]

The virtual cockpit switches to a night mode which is far from blinding at night. Other than that i agree with your review. Exceptional as always. Thumbs up!

[@michaelschneider-]

+1. Very nice review. .. The Audi A5/S5/RS5 coupe design will/has gone down in automotive design history; Its beautiful on the outside and inside. Signed, a former Audi USA MY95.5 UrS6 Kombi owner. From new a daily driver of ten years as the interior quality always impressed. The uber ski wagon . . Audi Quattro rules . . . .

[@abe.v2037]

Easily the best review I've seen in long time! Thanks for putting all that together!

[@babycow8154]

The speed of the needle dropping on the tachometer was faster than my pants dropping when I saw this video post

[@babycow8154]

darth415 I would get so many speeding tickets just so I can watch the needle drop

[@Von_RX]

Excellent review as always! No other youtuber is doing this type of reviews!

[@Almighty_cornholio]

The holiest of shits you posted a video right when I went on my lunch break

[@Chris-wj4ze]

omg

[@Rambotango99]

Super underrated channel

[@erf1278]

LMAO!! 15:32 Perfect music selection .. crackin up

[@sapientbudgie5652]

You can change the color of the ambient light on upper trim, car can come with heated steering wheel and massaging seats.

[@cybersedan]

Sapient Budgie True, I have the prestige package and I'm able to change the color of the ambient lighting.

[@07wrxtr1]

He mentioned that. The gripe was the dash cluster not the footwell lighting.

[@cliffsambrook9538]

Your car reviews are very good and informative. Said this before, Scott Turbowski ads NOTHING to your review.

[@RickClifton]

WTF?!!! Turbowski is the Man... he's just a little jaded because he sees, first-hand, the kind of shit most auto manufacturers foist off on their unsuspecting sheep... I mean customers. That's why we appreciate Mr. Savage Goose so much. When he starts to pull his punches I'll go elsewhere - meanwhile, I come here to get educated. That's how I learned that connecting the upper-left ball joint to the 5-link snapinkrabbitz eliminates driveline lash and NVH in the superspension.

[@ajcarson1]

I've been lurking for a long time, have watched all of your videos a few times over, and felt inspired to post: This is one of the first time's that I've seen you very excited over a car (at least in terms of how you show it in your videos). Really makes me want to go try out an A5 -- I was looking into an S5 for a while, but was turned away because of the lack of 'standard features' for the price range (you didn't even get bluetooth audio for 38-40k on a used S4). This video flares up the interest again, because it looks like this would be a great daily driver (and would offer me something other than my noisy sports car). Happy to see your thoughts on it -- personally it would have been nice if we could have heard more about the quality of the radio (that would be difficult to replace in this car, and upgrading speakers is no fun in a brand new car, so it makes me more interested in the sound quality for this price range) as well as some of your thoughts on the cost of upkeep.

[@SuperSuccessfulTroll]

Audis are lease cars, dont buy. and if you value your money you wouldnt be considering audi (they would charge you extra for the windows, lug nuts, and hvac switches if they could)

[@jamesmedina2062]

Andrew Carson What did you end up buying? I hate the poor sound quality also in most cars and how hard it is to work on them. I want to check out the new Acuras and Lexus because as far as Acura (and Volvo too) they are doing nice sound systems in the commercials/advertisements.

[@Thergood]

Would love to see the RS3

[@epsilonsaona9062]

Damn it, that was the best info on an Audi coupe!! I'm looking into an Audi A5, 2019! I have until the end of the month to scoop it up, thanks for viewing the undercarriage, and the engine compartment!!

[@patriotsquill]

The 2018 is the last year available with a 6 speed manual transmission. Saving my pennies up for one and waiting for depreciation to make them affordable.

[@fatboy19831]

Excellent review. When I drove the A4 it blew me away. I was in shock. I can only hope the Tesla 3 I have on order will drive as nicely.

[@your_alter_ego]

Great car, until the warranty runs out at 50,000 miles

[@savagegeese]

+FixTooth Thats most german cars. I would never own most modern machines without an extended or a lease.

[@mickwrinkles2318]

Germany is very good in planning and designing obsolescent parts that will go wrong at a certain point, namely after warranty. But every company and every industry does that nowadays. Though we all know that there were products on the market that last a whole lot longer. The sewing machine we have is 50 years old, works perfectly.

[@07wrxtr1]

Yeap: Get one that's 24-36 months old/lease return, drive it for a few years before it hits 60k, then walk away! Another brilliant review, I like that you actually throw the cars on the rack and talk suspension design pro's con's. I'm still lost on a lot of the suspension theory: I'm guessing in the big picture, double wishbone is generally better but takes up more room/costs more than mcpherson designs.

[@fantomg100]

this is not a bmw with rod bearing problems no need to worry

[@stefanfreestylez]

fantomg100 that affected a small percentage of s65 motors lol there is no need to go into VAG problems....thats judt an endless list

[@danielrcoster]

I bought a 2018 A5 Coupe right before the pandemic started at a decent discount, and it was my first manual car in 20+ years. The dual clutch transmission sold it for me.

[@mortensenvick5711]

can I ask you for how much? I'm actually considering a 2018 A5 manual, it's 33900 CAD and 47k miles. They are so rare in Canada.

[@danielrcoster]

@@mortensenvick5711 it was on the lot for over 400 days and was USD 15k off msrp which was USD 51k at the time. Wish they still had manuals around when I purchased mine, but they were long gone. The one you found seems reasonable!

[@mortensenvick5711]

@@danielrcoster Yeah yours sounds like a good deal :) I'm working on mine actually! Finding a recent awd 4 seats manual sportcar it's kind of hard (can only think of A5, ATS coupe, old 440i xdrive and the 911) I like the caddy very much, but the audi is the sweet spot for price and performances. I just hope for long-term reliability.

[@chrisk920]

@@danielrcoster On the lot for 400 days with the national car shortage? I hope you checked the title!

[@chrisk920]

Wait until you take it in for it's 40,000 mile service. I bought one too. Do you know they changed their legendary quattro system on this remake? It's front wheel drive biased now. I've owned Audi's for 25 years and it now drives like a Camry. I ditched it after 3 months. The ZF Transmission 8 speed may be a slush box, but I'm hearing about a lot of tranny problems on these cars when they get up there in mileage.

[@justin23224]

Awwwwww fuck yeah, shoppe time

[@ireneuszpyc6684]

08:35 what's wrong with that sway bar that's made in the Czech Republic?

[@chrissuski1003]

Why is the CEL on already at 19:30 IN LOL

[@MyerShift7]

CEL is standard in VAG cars!

[@musguelha14]

Chris Suski Because ignition is ON and the engine is off. Every car does that.

[@cvandenhaute]

I never looked at the A5 until I watched this video. To my surprise, it is available in manual here in the US!!!!