The first-generation Audi Q5 (Type 8R) is based on the MLB platform (shared with the A4 B8). Launched in 2008, it quickly established itself as one of the best-selling premium SUVs worldwide thanks to its exemplary finish, comfort, and high-performance Quattro system. A significant restyling (Facelift) took place at the end of 2012 (model year 2013), bringing aesthetic touches, an infotainment (MMI) update, and, most importantly, major mechanical evolutions. Gasoline Focus (TFSI / FSI): The reliability of gasoline engines is split into two eras. Models before 2013 (EA888 Gen 2 engines) are notoriously known for their excessive oil consumption and timing chain failures. Post-restyling versions (Gen 3) corrected most of these defects, making the gasoline Q5 much more recommendable on the use
The first-generation Audi Q5 is a vehicle with two faces. If you are looking for a gasoline engine, the golden rule is to ABSOLUTELY AVOID 2.0 TFSI models from 2008 to 2012, unless the engine has been completely rebuilt (with an invoice of €5000+ to prove it). However, restyled versions (from 2013 onwards) equipped with the 2.0 TFSI Gen 3 or 3.0 TFSI are excellent choices. They offer undeniable premium driving pleasure. Make sure the S tronic gearbox has been serviced every 60,000 km. For maximum peace of mind with gasoline, the 3.0 TFSI (supercharged V6) coupled with the Tiptronic 8 gearbox (import or specific markets) is the most robust combination.