New 2017/18 S5 Driver Feedback

New 2017/18 S5 Driver Feedback

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Cpb1702

418 posts

116 months

Monday 24th April 2017
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IJB1959 said:
a13xgh1 said:
Hi Guys

I've had my S5 Coupe for over 2 weeks now and covered around 500 miles. I adore the car but my only hold up with it is the MPG I am currently averaging at (12MPG)

I would say 95% of the time I am driving in Efficiency mode and I'm not thrashing the pants off it either.

Can anyone post MPG they are currently getting out of their S5 coupes?

On an another note I am thinking of getting the calipers painted by http://www.specialisttyres.com/brakecalipers.htm and wanted to know if the red calipers as an option from factory includes front and rear and emblem on all calipers.

Any help would be much appreciated.

Cheers
Alex

Edited by a13xgh1 on Friday 31st March 11:14
I did not want to pay the extortionate price Audi wanted for the red caliper option, so did them myself for £5.00 using red caliper paint from Halfords. If you spec red calipers, there is a small white S5 logo, but it is hard to see. I masked off the raised part on the front caliper so the logo is still visible. Here is a pic...ignore the Quattro that the dealer put on the rear doors, that is coming off at the weekend.

Hi is that flat black or metallic? Looks good!

IJB1959

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2,140 posts

87 months

Monday 24th April 2017
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Cpb1702 said:
Hi is that flat black or metallic? Looks good!
Yes it's Mythos black metallic. A cleaning nightmare, but looks great when done.

Polishdominator

32 posts

86 months

IJB1959

Original Poster:

2,140 posts

87 months

Tuesday 25th April 2017
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Polishdominator said:
That's not good is it. The problem seems to affect coupes more than sportbacks particularly with the seat belt feeder. The door glass issue I haven’t had an issue with, but I know there have been some posts about it on the PH lease thread. Trouble is software is never 100% and therefore needs bug fixes the same as a PC does, but the danger being it can make matters worse or can even brick the car as in this chaps case. Garages are mechanics not software programmers therefore when this sort of thing happens it’s a nightmare to fix. Sadly the chap is now the ‘test bed’ for the software fix and any future S5 MMI upgrades, and IMO has been treated pretty badly by his dealer. Worth noting though and mentioning to the dealer when in for a service or repair.

Moods

246 posts

110 months

Tuesday 25th April 2017
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I have a coupe and my front windows rattle/move over bumpy roads. Very irritating. Had this on a previous TT. Also on a few occasions my window hasn't dropped so I couldn't shut the drivers door. Can't bring myself to get it booked in and sorted yet. Will probably come back with another issue or damage somewhere.

S5tim

44 posts

87 months

Wednesday 26th April 2017
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Hi guys.im stilll waiting my s5 should be around a month now. I just wanted to say the amount of knowledge in here and the steps people are prepared to take to help each other is amazing.

An excellent effort by everyone! Best of luck with the car smile

Cpb1702

418 posts

116 months

Wednesday 26th April 2017
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Been offered quick sportback bog standard in Grey.

Would I miss the V Cockpit?

£468 a month 3 plus 23

gatdecor

132 posts

91 months

Wednesday 26th April 2017
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Cpb1702 said:
Been offered quick sportback bog standard in Grey.

Would I miss the V Cockpit?

£468 a month 3 plus 23
If you've never had one before not really, it does make for a nice addition to the tech in the car, makes it feel very high end. I like it and would choose it again but you could live without it.

That seems high, has it got lots of extras?

Cpb1702

418 posts

116 months

Wednesday 26th April 2017
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No its bog standard apart from metallic. How much have u guys signed upto on pch?

gatdecor

132 posts

91 months

Wednesday 26th April 2017
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Cpb1702 said:
No its bog standard apart from metallic. How much have u guys signed upto on pch?
340 6 plus 23 10k miles

That's with vc and flat bottom steering wheel. Don't know how much the metallic option is.

Cpb1702

418 posts

116 months

Thursday 27th April 2017
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Wow that's a miles better deal. Not looked at 6plus23 deals. Who is that with please?

ollie05

697 posts

221 months

Thursday 27th April 2017
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gatdecor said:
340 6 plus 23 10k miles

That's with vc and flat bottom steering wheel. Don't know how much the metallic option is.
Is that business or PCH? Who with? smile

TomScrut

2,546 posts

89 months

Thursday 27th April 2017
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Cpb1702 said:
Been offered quick sportback bog standard in Grey.

Would I miss the V Cockpit?

£468 a month 3 plus 23
That's effectively the same price as last year, so is a good deal. If you want grey then and are in a rush I'd take it. VC is good but yoi may end up paying more than £250 for it if you end up with a worse deal as a result.

gatdecor

132 posts

91 months

Thursday 27th April 2017
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Central UK vehicle leasing - personal lease.

ollie05

697 posts

221 months

Thursday 27th April 2017
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gatdecor said:
Central UK vehicle leasing - personal lease.
Crikey that was a cracker then, when did you order?

Showing now as 353.99 on a 9+23...

Fourmotion

1,026 posts

221 months

Thursday 27th April 2017
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Cpb1702 said:
Been offered quick sportback bog standard in Grey.

Would I miss the V Cockpit?

£468 a month 3 plus 23
How quick is quick? And do you know if they have more than one? I'd be interested as I'm waiting on a September delivery which I'm not confident about.

Cpb1702

418 posts

116 months

Thursday 27th April 2017
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Fourmotion said:
Cpb1702 said:
Been offered quick sportback bog standard in Grey.

Would I miss the V Cockpit?

£468 a month 3 plus 23
How quick is quick? And do you know if they have more than one? I'd be interested as I'm waiting on a September delivery which I'm not confident about.
next 3 weeks delivery. Its Grey with black leather. I'm really after a Coupe so will PM you the details?

Fourmotion

1,026 posts

221 months

Thursday 27th April 2017
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Cpb1702 said:
next 3 weeks delivery. Its Grey with black leather. I'm really after a Coupe so will PM you the details?
Yes please!!!!

TomScrut

2,546 posts

89 months

Thursday 27th April 2017
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gatdecor said:
340 6 plus 23 10k miles

That's with vc and flat bottom steering wheel. Don't know how much the metallic option is.
That must be without VAT surely? If not its the cheapest I have seen on here by about £1500!

IJB1959

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2,140 posts

87 months

Thursday 27th April 2017
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TomScrut said:
That must be without VAT surely? If not its the cheapest I have seen on here by about £1500!
Yes, agree. If VAT is included that is an amazing deal.


Edited by IJB1959 on Thursday 27th April 10:45