Sifus, would like to check with Audi owners, which one of used Q5 or Q7 (say 2015 or 2016 model with 75k km) would be a better choice as a family car for weekend drives and trips.

If I keep myself mentally prepared that I need to keep say RM 10k or so for repairs for the first two years of usage, will that be good enough? I'm worried about air suspension repair costs as that could well be 20k on its own. So will Q5 or Q7 be the more reliable and cheaper (hard to use this word with Audi) option if I'm willing to spend extra to buy Q7 instead if Q5.

Also, any tips on how to verify the mileage/ prior history for ones being sold by used car dealers. Any workshops in PJ for pre purchase checks?

This post has been edited by mavericko: Mar 12 2021, 09:05 AM

10k / year repair surely not enough

Thanks, wow that's a lot then. I was thinking more like 10 to 15k one time and then 1 to 2k usual maintenance each year?

Q7 3.0 TFSI less problems than Q5. mostly just change ABS sensors every year or so including other normal wear and tear items. Engine so far no problems from my many customers.

Air suspension is also quite hardy, most of them 10 years still going strong. but do check and if not great replace. should last you a long time.

Q5 typical engine will consume engine oil, gearbox is DSG so the typical problems. and Q5 is small.

Thank you, this very useful information. I think both Q5 and Q7 have the same air suspension? Not sure if Q7 has the adaptive air suspension.

So are you a dealer or do you have a workshop?

Q5 don't have. i'm not sure if it's an option but personally never seen one.

sold many around 2010