Anonymous wrote:I did not realize how small is Q5. It is really tinny, sort of like a BMW X1 or smaller? I though it will be more like BMW X5, but maybe it is just the number 5 that make me think that.

The model names are only useful for comparing within the same brand, for example:

mid-size luxury SUV = X5, Q7, GLE, RX

compact luxury SUV = X3, Q5, GLC, NX

I did not realize how small is Q5. It is really tinny, sort of like a BMW X1 or smaller? I though it will be more like BMW X5, but maybe it is just the number 5 that make me think that.

Anonymous wrote:Audi owner here. The car does cost more to maintain than our non-German non-luxury cars, but the _frequency_ of maintenance is about the same. In other words, all our cars go in for service at about the same intervals, and get the same work done, but the cost of service is a few hundred dollars higher on our Audi.

It's a much better driving experience, and I like the ergonomics and technology too.. but that's a matter of preferences.

Your issue will be that in this area, they have very few base-level Q5's (Premium trim). Most are Premium Plus or Prestige, due to the market demand here. However, there are over 500 new Q5s in the DC area, so they have a glut of inventory. Audi Bethesda has 107 (!) in inventory. Try there -- they may be desperate.

Here's a way to search all Audis in the DC area:

https://www.audioffers.com/dc/new-inventory/index.htm

Same experience with our Cayenne (Porsche service is often connected to an Audi service center). The basic oil change/service is around $600, compared to $100 on our CRV. But it only goes in once a year and we haven't had any unusual problems with it and it's up to nearly 100k miles.

Audi owner here. The car does cost more to maintain than our non-German non-luxury cars, but the _frequency_ of maintenance is about the same. In other words, all our cars go in for service at about the same intervals, and get the same work done, but the cost of service is a few hundred dollars higher on our Audi.

It's a much better driving experience, and I like the ergonomics and technology too.. but that's a matter of preferences.

Your issue will be that in this area, they have very few base-level Q5's (Premium trim). Most are Premium Plus or Prestige, due to the market demand here. However, there are over 500 new Q5s in the DC area, so they have a glut of inventory. Audi Bethesda has 107 (!) in inventory. Try there -- they may be desperate.

Here's a way to search all Audis in the DC area:

https://www.audioffers.com/dc/new-inventory/index.htm

Anonymous wrote:You'd be paying ~$40k on a $43k car...but why? Do you just want the badge? It wouldn't even have heated seats.

I don't get this at all. Why not just get a loaded CRV?

Consumer Reports has a service where you can see the lowest price paid for a vehicle in your area in the past year. The fee is less than $100, maybe as low as $50, and worth it if you’re shopping for a new vehicle.

Insurance and maintenance will be sky-high even if the base price is relatively low.

I drive an A4. Registration and insurance doubled compared to the Camry I sold for this, even though the car values are not that different. A simple oil change is over $100, any real maintenance is $$$$. Even if you can work on it yourself, parts are expensive.

Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely love my car. But I wouldn’t recommend Audi if $5K makes a difference in your budget. You’ll spend it the first year anyway.

You'd be paying ~$40k on a $43k car...but why? Do you just want the badge? It wouldn't even have heated seats.

As little loaded as possible, just a basic team, how much do you think it would be? To call it best deal ever, but realistic.