Audi Problems

Are you having problems with your Audi? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest Audi issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the Audi in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

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Used Audi Q3 review: 2012-2014
By Graham Smith · 05 Feb 2016
Graham Smith reviews the 2012, 2013 and 2014 Audi Q3 as a used buy.
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Used Audi Q7 review: 2006-2015
By Ewan Kennedy · 25 Nov 2015
Audi Q7 was designed back in the days when car makers were under the impression that buyers wanted an SUV to traverse difficult country. In fact, the great majority were just looking for a practical station wagon in which to transport their families. So the original Audi Q7, launched here in September 2006, was
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Is the Mini Cooper the best small sporty car?
Answered by Paul Gover · 11 Jan 2016

If she has fallen for the looks of the Mini it's probably game over. But you should still test drive the Fiat 500 for style and the Audi A1 as a driving alternative.

GLC 250 or Q5 3.0L?
Answered by Paul Gover · 04 Jan 2016

It’s the GLC by a clear margin. It’s completely new, more refined in all things from the cabin to the suspension, and better value. It gets The Tick from me.

A3 turbo lag?
Answered by Paul Gover · 29 Mar 2016

There is nothing wrong with the car. What you are experiencing is called "turbo lag" and it happens as it takes time for the exhaust gases to spin the turbocharger that boosts power in the engine. The best way to adjust is to push the accelerator a little earlier than you might normally think but ease into it instead of stomping it to the floor.

Is paint protection worthwhile?
Answered by Paul Gover · 24 Jan 2016

Car dealerships have turned unnecessary paint and fabric protection, as well as things like window tinting, into a major profit centre. In my experience, only a handful of paint protection systems are worthwhile.

Seized engine repairs for A5
Answered by Graham Smith · 20 Nov 2015

Engines don't just seize for no reason, so find out what caused it to seize. Did it run out of oil? Perhaps overheated? VW/Audi engines are known to use some oil, some more than others, which makes it important to check the oil level in the engine regularly and keep it topped up if needed. If it needs a new engine, than that's what you have to do.

Best fuel efficient city car for off road?
Answered by Graham Smith · 15 Apr 2016

The Suzuki is the best bet, by far. Avoid the older Audi, it's likely to be too costly in terms of service and repairs, the Impreza is a good car, so too is the Liberty, but the best is the Suzuki.

Audi will recall 16,000 cars by end of 2016 | Dieselgate
By Tim Robson · 06 Jun 2016
Huge recall program set to start as soon as this month, to be completed by December 2016.
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Australian fix for Volkswagen, Audi and Skoda diesel engines still unclear
By Joshua Dowling · 26 Feb 2016
How do you think VW is handling the diesel recall? Tell us in the comments section below.
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