A brilliant performer with a beautiful interior. A safe a solid feel from this spacious and practical model. Driving the car was a pleasure – especially on long journeys.... read more

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After 67,000 miles in almost three years, I’ve come to rate this Audi very highly. It has been totally reliable, very comfortable on long journeys, extremely practical and the quality interior has remained untarnished throughout. The auto gearbox is good and the average fuel consumption remains around 44mpg. Niggles? I shouldn’t have gone for the fancy multi-spoke alloys (which are a pain to clean and quickly look dirty again) and there are other cars - like my Alfa 147 - which are more fun to drive. It is a very good car which is difficult to fault, but best summed up as one for the head, rather than the heart.
Submitted: 25/03/2008 09:08:10
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I’ve had this car for 8 months now and I’m still hugely impressed with it. It’s safe, solid and very enjoyable to drive. It performs like a much smaller car, however, the fuel consumption will remind you it’s not - still reasonable though for a car of it’s size so not really a complaint. I would highly recommend this car to anyone.
Submitted: 15/03/2008 20:25:00
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The only car I've ever driven that is as much fun as riding my 1000cc super bike. When I open the curtains in the morning and it's not 'biking' weather, it just doesn't matter anymore :o) Absolutely love it and I'm already worried about what to get next that's going to be anywhere near as good.
Submitted: 06/03/2008 09:09:19
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Arrived Oct only 6weeks late due to all add ons asked for leather dis fogs cruise control extra safety system. Delighted with car. Car broker (car club) abandoned contact after fee paid to them: poor customer service. Evolution finance delighted with their deal. Average mileage 44.4mpg.Have had 69.9mpg from Penrith to East Kilbride. Has some good oomph when you need it.
Submitted: 26/02/2008 09:25:21
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From new had numerous problems with the car from CD player working intermittently to a new engine at 7000 miles. Three clutches, which still judders to this day, power steering pump and new front suspension joints. The strong point i the engine which has good torque, brakes average. Ride is very firm although I think this may be down to the 18 inch wheels with 45 profile tyres. Fuel consumption average 35.
Submitted: 25/02/2008 11:05:12
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Lovely car to drive if you can put up with the road noise. It is by far the noisiest car I have owned. Shame because the car excels in all other areas.
Submitted: 22/02/2008 16:21:49
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Big mistake - multitronic transmission is poor pulling away - apparently does not have a torque converter - uses an auto clutch - comes in with a bang if your are not careful and also a tendency to wheel spin (they should have fitted traction control with the electronic stability pack fitted) , noisy engine at low speeds and road noise is not good (compared with my LR Discovery) - Navigation is poor - out of 27 destinations could only find 10 with any accuracy - sad but the only good thing is the fuel consumption averaging at 36.7 over the first 1500 miles - unfortunately its on a 3yr lease - if I could change it I would. Compared with the LR discovery it is not good value for money - downsized to be greener - there must be better cars out there!
Submitted: 12/02/2008 14:36:22
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Had the car sept 06 broke down within 24 hours had a problem with cutting out in reverse (automatic!!!!) garage up revs which made the car very hesitant whilst pulling away garage had car back as one of their drivers deemed the car unsafe to drive off the road for 3 months whilst Audi found the problem still hesitant pulling away have to use the sport gear fro pulling out into traffic car up for renewal in sept don’t think I would have another one. Very disappointed.
Submitted: 04/02/2008 11:55:04
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After working for Audi 13 years ago and helping to launch there new A4 i fell in love with the new brand. I now have a BMW and started looking for a 3 series Coupe this week, i found a 325 diesel (3ltr engine) Test drive was ok i was happy.... went to place an order at my local dealership..... On the way i passed my old Audi dealership that i had worked for so many years ago. I decided to go in..... Cut a long story short i test drove the A5.... O M G!!!! What a car!!! Every thing about this car is X10 BETTER than the BMW!!!! I have just placed an order for the SPORT TDI 2.7 AUTO..... I have spent 9k on extras and will probably sleep in the car!!!! He he xx so glad that i went in and met the A5 xxxx AUDI HAS GOT IT RIGHT!!!! I WOULD SAY GET YOUR BUM IN A SEAT!!! ITS 100%
Submitted: 04/02/2008 10:17:33
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The Audi A8 is an excellent car and has lived up to all my expectations. I have owned BMWs and Mercs but they do not compare to this car in terms of comfort, all-round driving and equipment. Bought it from Audi in Cambridge and the service from the dealer was outstanding.
Submitted: 30/01/2008 09:25:59
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