ssteigss

For only $500 I would definately get a '13. Headlights will look a little nicer, better steering, less brake dust. Plus they probably improved things you wont see aka build quality is most likely improved a little. For resale purposes 1 year newer too.

hedywong

money wise 2013 might be a smarter choice

but i got a 2012 anyway. the facelift is a big turn off to me.

mrrun2fast

Thanks everyone for the input. I will stay with the '13 model. It should arrive the week of Oct 8th.

JaXeN

Good choice.

If that date holds true, you will be one of the first to get a 2013 Q5.... be sure to post pics! :-)

grlaw

Great info. But what discount would you look for off of a 2012 that would make it tempting over a 2013. For instance if you could get the 2012 for 10%, or 15% or 20% off msrp, would it be a good choice over the 2013. thanks.

jdeg

Better brakes doesn't necessarily mean less brake dust. The brake compound has more to do with dust.