[neilp]

I'm trying to decide which version to buy, I love the more updated interior of the new car, and after a 24 hour test drive I think it is a fabulous car all round, except that I want everything it offers but with a whisper quite mode if that makes sense. The exhaust is just a bit too loud even on it quietest setting.

I have had a 2l diesel Q5 for the last 2 years, and think the SQ5 diesel is a bit of a quieter animal, am I missing anything?

 

[Isleaiw]

Really? I have the same car and can't hear the exhaust - except on start up or in sport mode with my foot down (when of course it is because I want to!) on a long motorway journey it is quiet and refined....

Doesn't the BiTDi have the sound channelled through the speakers so you can hear the fake exhaust more?

 

[missile]

I like the throaty rumble the SQ5 makes. If you don't go for the 3.0TDI it is nearly as quick and much more refined.

 

[neilp]

I like the throaty rumble the SQ5 makes. If you don't go for the 3.0TDI it is nearly as quick and much more refined.

That's the problem though, they don't do the 3.0Tdi in the new model.

 

[missile]

That's the problem though, they don't do the 3.0Tdi in the new model.

They don't make a new model SQ5 diesel either

 

[Isleaiw]

Just get the petrol - loving mine. Did a run from Southampton to Liverpool in it 4 up with full boot (uni freshers..) and it was the perfect car for the journey (and especially M6 toll booth Grand Prix...

 

[rapport25]

Diesel SQ5 to follow in 2018.

Regards,

Rappy.

 

[neilp]

Diesel SQ5 to follow in 2018.

Regards,

Rappy.

Trouble is that now I have decide I want a beefier engine, I want one now not in a years time.

I'm even thinking about taking a look at the new BMW X3 coming out next month....

 

[Isleaiw]

Trouble is that now I have decide I want a beefier engine, I want one now not in a years time.

I'm even thinking about taking a look at the new BMW X3 coming out next month....

Won't have the quality of interior I suspect but the engine in the M40i is a gem. Unless you are looking at 3.0d?

 

[neilp]

Won't have the quality of interior I suspect but the engine in the M40i is a gem. Unless you are looking at 3.0d?

Yes it's the 3.0d I would be going for.

 

[Isleaiw]

Yes it's the 3.0d I would be going for.

Ah in which case then my conclusion was, having considered same fleetingly, worse engine, rubbish deal for new model, worse looks, worse interior...

Son in law (to be) has a new shape 530d M Sport and I don't think that is a patch on my SQ5 for interior, refinement or quality.

 

[IanSQFIVE]

The BiTdi lump as good as it is has some serious issues surrounding the intake flap and the intake manifold, the way the EGR woks cokes up the intake really bad and its a big job to strip it all down and clean it when it does get to the point the intake flap sticks, once this happens it throws the car into limp mode and its either clean parts or replace parts to resolve.

I am not aware of the V6 petrol lump having the same issues and with the newer interior and exterior styling I would be going new SQ5 all day long.

 

[Dogzyboy]

The BiTdi lump as good as it is has some serious issues surrounding the intake flap and the intake manifold, the way the EGR woks cokes up the intake really bad and its a big job to strip it all down and clean it when it does get to the point the intake flap sticks, once this happens it throws the car into limp mode and its either clean parts or replace parts to resolve.

I am not aware of the V6 petrol lump having the same issues and with the newer interior and exterior styling I would be going new SQ5 all day long.

Although you may have a point, the new petrol engine hasn't been around as long as the bi-turbo.

 

[SteveMak]

Q5 3.0 TDI (not SQ) owner here, and I positively love my diesel engine. In my opinion, it's ideal for an SUV, and for all the driving I do. Although it does not have the top speed of a gasoline (petrol) equivalent, I don't spend any of my time over 100 mph, so that potential higher-end doesn't matter to me. The diesel shines at sipping fuel when treated gently. It can also deliver (sufficient for me) brisk 0-to-62 mph time of around 6.5 seconds or so.

Also, where I live (Greater Toronto Area in southern Ontario, Canada), the pump price of diesel has been lower than regular gasoline ever since I got my Q5 in May 2015, so I save not only in higher MPG, but also less $ per gallon. My calculations say I've saved between 37% to 40% in fuel cost per mile, compared to the 2.0L gasoline engine running premium (and expensive) gasoline, which has worse fuel economy and used much more expensive fuel.

I have my eye on a Porsche 911, and THAT should be a gasoline engine only, being a pure sports car. But as a daily driver? Diesel all the way! At least that's what I prefer.

 

[SteveMcB]

I drove a Macan GTS for the first time yesterday, unfortunately only a short journey in town but it is no doubt a cracking car with an addictive exhaust note. Out off curiosity I had a toggle through the DIS - average mpg over 1100 miles was 17!!! (my very sedate trip at 30 mph was 19 mpg).

Unless the previous driver wears diver's boots or never leaves the city those are not numbers I'd be comfortable with.

Petrol SQ5 will no doubt be better than that that but almost doubling your fuel bill for similar performance is a consideration.

 

[markifa]

I drove a Macan GTS for the first time yesterday, unfortunately only a short journey in town but it is no doubt a cracking car with an addictive exhaust note. Out off curiosity I had a toggle through the DIS - average mpg over 1100 miles was 17!!! (my very sedate trip at 30 mph was 19 mpg).

Unless the previous driver wears diver's boots or never leaves the city those are not numbers I'd be comfortable with.

Petrol SQ5 will no doubt be better than that that but almost doubling your fuel bill for similar performance is a consideration.

I've gone from SQ5 to Macan GTS back to SQ5.
Had GTS for 10 months and averaged 22 gallon. Can get 26/7 gallon driving like Miss Daisy but why have the car.Last 2 months as job changed was using £650 month in fuel.
On the plus side held it's value

 

[missile]

I've gone from SQ5 to Macan GTS back to SQ5.
Had GTS for 10 months and averaged 22 gallon. Can get 26/7 gallon driving like Miss Daisy but why have the car.Last 2 months as job changed was using £650 month in fuel.
On the plus side held it's value

Out of curiosity only. What did you pay and what did you get for Macan?

 

[SteveMcB]

The Macan's residuals are amongst the best out there apparently and extras actually count, rumour has it there's a facelift coming so that might push prices down a bit - or not!

 

[Isleaiw]

The Macan's residuals are amongst the best out there apparently and extras actually count, rumour has it there's a facelift coming so that might push prices down a bit - or not!

People say that but in pound note terms, because it is so expensive by time you have added options, the loss is greater. I originally ordered a GTS that listed at £68.5k, bought my SQ5 for about £54k, the Porsche won't be worth £15k more in 3 years time.... especially with the facelift.

I actually prefer the understated image and nicer dash of the SQ5 too...

 

[missile]

The Macan's residuals are amongst the best out there apparently and extras actually count, ...

That was not my experience. I was disappointed with residual value of my Porsche. No axe to grind, just curious to get some real numbers from another owner.