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Old 01-25-2023, 06:08 AM
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Originally Posted by JD15
Don't forget the nice matte material on the console replaced by piano black. The B9.5 is essentially the shrinkflation version of the B9.
I'll respectfully disagree and say they just reallocated costs throughout the refresh. Everything seems more solid in the B9.5 and it's definitely quieter (more sound deadening? Who knows), B&O sounds better, etc. It's a give and take IMO. Both B9 and B9.5 are great, but it comes down to what things you value more than others...if piano black console is a deal breaker, I can understand that.
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One thing i would check is when was the 2019 made. Supposedly first half of 2019 suffer from the rockers issue. I would stay away from that especially with warranty running out.
Yes this is a real thing, but quite rare if you look at all the members and their experiences. Every engine design seems has its own particular weaknesses, and I wouldn't shy away from a purchase just because of the rocker arms. Note that I'm driving a 2018 myself with the old rocker arm P/N.
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Originally Posted by Aesthete

It looks like CPO 2019 prestige models with under 30k miles can be had for less than $55K, which would be a pretty decent savings (20% or so).

'Saving' 20% for 4 years of depreciation is HORRIBLE... don't do this!

I had a '19 S5 and now a '22.... I love my '22 even more; most of my gripes were addressed (throttle/transmission lag, MUCH better infotainment w/wireless Android & also road composure whatever the reason, no more rattles in the hatch area in cold temperatures).

The ONLY thing I preferred in my '19 was the center console in brushed aluminium instead of piano black, that's it. I disagree totally with people who believe that '19 was the best. No more flat bottom steering? 2 minutes later and I barely noticed.
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And add to the cost ~ $1k for each year of an extended warranty you would get ( 4 years ) with a 2023.
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Am I right that the base wheels on the prestige back in 2019 were 18" vs the 19" they have now?
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Originally Posted by Aesthete
Hi, all, I test drove a 2023 S5 premium plus today and really, really liked it.

The 2023 had the S sport package, the navigation package, and dynamic steering.

However, the MSRP on it was $68K and the dealer didn't seem too interested in negotiating.

It looks like CPO 2019 prestige models with under 30k miles can be had for less than $55K, which would be a pretty decent savings (20% or so).

Is there anything I would be missing by getting a 2019 prestige vs the 2023 premium plus? (For example, I think I need to get a 2019 prestige because the premium plus trim in 2019 didn't come with the surround camera.)
Nothing that you would use on an everyday basis. It depends on your circumstance really. I bought a CPO '19 Prestige for a killer price and saved me over $20k from buying new. The CPO warranty adds 2yrs/50k miles onto your existing warranty if there is any left. I got a total of 32 months/60k out of my warranty if I am projecting my usage of the car over the next few months. If the CPO has AudiCare, that's an even bigger plus. The spark plugs need changed at 40k so AudiCare would take care of that. My dealer quoted me $2300 for the job; glad the previous owner bought it... GLWP
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The spark plugs need changed at 40k so AudiCare would take care of that. My dealer quoted me $2300 for the job; glad the previous owner bought it... GLWP
Christ, that seems like a lot. I just had the spark plugs changed on my Ford Focus RS as part of the 60K service and the *total* cost of that service was, like, $800.
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I'll respectfully disagree and say they just reallocated costs throughout the refresh. Everything seems more solid in the B9.5 and it's definitely quieter (more sound deadening? Who knows), B&O sounds better, etc. It's a give and take IMO. Both B9 and B9.5 are great, but it comes down to what things you value more than others...if piano black console is a deal breaker, I can understand that.
That's possible, though I haven't driven the B9.5 enough to notice the difference in noise. I did have multiple B9.5 loaners and the changes to the interior bothered me enough that I would not be happy moving from a B9 to B9.5. However, owners moving directly to a B9.5 would probably be less bothered.
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Originally Posted by s5_937
The spark plugs need changed at 40k so AudiCare would take care of that. My dealer quoted me $2300 for the job;
BUT... why?? That job is nowhere near a $2300 job. Had to be more than just spark plugs


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Originally Posted by JD15
That's possible, though I haven't driven the B9.5 enough to notice the difference in noise. I did have multiple B9.5 loaners and the changes to the interior bothered me enough that I would not be happy moving from a B9 to B9.5. However, owners moving directly to a B9.5 would probably be less bothered.
I get it, it's all personal preference. Having owned and spent enough time in both, I'm very happy with the changes to the B9.5. That being said, I would never discourage anyone from purchasing a B9 (obviously).
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