When will the Q5 body style change?
05-03-2011, 09:08 PM
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I actually think the ride on my S-Line is quite comfortable. Granted my other ride is a 911 which has an incredibly stiff suspension, but I can't imagine riding in an SUV with a squishy handling/suspension, or even wanting something like that. I think having an SUV that handles more like a sports car and less like my living room couch is a great thing.
It reminds me of when I was getting an oil change at Jack Daniels Porsche in NJ back in the day and a soccer mom was talking to the rep about how rough the ride in her Cayenne was. The rep told her as politely as he could, "This is a performance automobile - the ride is supposed to feel responsive - if you wanted mushy handling, you should have gotten a Mercedes SUV."
I almost spit my coffee out when I heard that.
It reminds me of when I was getting an oil change at Jack Daniels Porsche in NJ back in the day and a soccer mom was talking to the rep about how rough the ride in her Cayenne was. The rep told her as politely as he could, "This is a performance automobile - the ride is supposed to feel responsive - if you wanted mushy handling, you should have gotten a Mercedes SUV."
I almost spit my coffee out when I heard that.
Problem with the Sline package is that you actually have to drive in it! I drove one this past weekend and was shocked at how firm the ride was compared to the non Sline's. I actually hated the ride. Kind of seems like an oxymoron to put a sport suspension in an SUV anyway, only gonna help so much and you sacrifice comfort for handling big time IMHO. I do like the exterior bits though, anyone know if they can be ordered as parts for non Sline Q5's?
05-04-2011, 08:16 AM
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I actually think the ride on my S-Line is quite comfortable. Granted my other ride is a 911 which has an incredibly stiff suspension, but I can't imagine riding in an SUV with a squishy handling/suspension, or even wanting something like that. I think having an SUV that handles more like a sports car and less like my living room couch is a great thing.
It reminds me of when I was getting an oil change at Jack Daniels Porsche in NJ back in the day and a soccer mom was talking to the rep about how rough the ride in her Cayenne was. The rep told her as politely as he could, "This is a performance automobile - the ride is supposed to feel responsive - if you wanted mushy handling, you should have gotten a Mercedes SUV."
I almost spit my coffee out when I heard that.
It reminds me of when I was getting an oil change at Jack Daniels Porsche in NJ back in the day and a soccer mom was talking to the rep about how rough the ride in her Cayenne was. The rep told her as politely as he could, "This is a performance automobile - the ride is supposed to feel responsive - if you wanted mushy handling, you should have gotten a Mercedes SUV."
I almost spit my coffee out when I heard that.
Runandshoot, weren't you expecting another new addition last month in addition to your Q5?
05-04-2011, 09:25 AM
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Problem with the Sline package is that you actually have to drive in it! I drove one this past weekend and was shocked at how firm the ride was compared to the non Sline's. I actually hated the ride. Kind of seems like an oxymoron to put a sport suspension in an SUV anyway, only gonna help so much and you sacrifice comfort for handling big time IMHO. I do like the exterior bits though, anyone know if they can be ordered as parts for non Sline Q5's?
Here's Audi's s-line package contents on the site:
S line® Package
Adding to the already remarkable look of your Audi Q5, this package includes 20" S line® five-tri-spoke wheels equipped with 255/45 summer performance tires. Inside, the Brushed Aluminum decorative inlays extend across the center console, doors and dashboard, and when matched with the unique black headliner, add a sleek look to the vehicle. Exclusive S line touches continue throughout the interior with perforated-leather-wrapped, three-spoke, multifunction steering wheel with shift paddles and shift ****
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A new daughter (no doubt she's the cutest ever)and a new Q5. It doesn't get any better than that! You sound like a proud new parent; hope you'll both get into a sleep routine quickly.
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