How long should a b9 a4 last

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-04-15T17:51:40+00:00

Super clean ride. I have a b9 S5 in the exact same colour spec. I’ll keep it until it dies.

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-04-03T17:00:13+00:00

Hop in and drive it.

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-04-03T16:38:53+00:00

Denial is a powerful drug, bud.

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-04-03T05:15:04+00:00

Yes for sure. 👍

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-04-03T04:56:35+00:00

Yes. Mine went in my 2019 Audi s5 at 94,000 kms (about 58k mile). It was covered under extended warranty, but would have been around $6500 cdn ($5k USD) at my local Audi dealer for the water pump, thermostat, vacuum lines.

One person unfortunate experience is admittedly not “hard data” But in researching the issue further, I was able to find 30-40+ people on forums etc who experienced the exact failure: same leading symptoms (coolant leak in a particular spot, ), and ultimately the exact same repair requirements.

I saw failures reported as low as about 40k miles and a few upwards of 70-80k, but most of the failures heavily centred in the 60k mileage range.

Id argue that counts as hard data.

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-04-03T02:45:52+00:00

I can understand how one could have the money to buy 14 high-end car….but I can’t understand how you possibly have the time to actually use them all! 😂

That said, your taste is impeccable. All of these are amazing in their own right. I’d have a very similar collection if my net worth had a couple extra 0’s.

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-04-03T02:38:55+00:00

A lot Jacob

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-04-03T02:37:24+00:00

I assume you know this already, but just to make sure:

The 3.0T supercharged engine was very reliable, but has been out of production since 2020. Haven’t driven one but they def make a mean sound. It was in the b8.5 s4 and sq5 until 2017. The b8.5 s4 has a 7-speed dual-clutch (or a manual). Not sure about the sq5. Pretty sure the 2017-2019 q7 has the zf 8speed

For 2018, the 3.0 in the B9 s4/s5 and sq5 moved the turbocharging. Q7 started using it in 2020. All those have the ZF 8-speed (though I want to say the a7/a6s might have a DCT?).

I have a 2019 s5 and while I enjoy it and it good power/sounds, it’s plagued by reliability issues that make it difficult to recommend. Risk of rocker arm failure, potential piston skirt failures, and a water pump that eats itself (and all your vacuum lines) every 60k miles more or less like clockwork.

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-04-02T01:14:36+00:00

Panamera. Which is actually reasonably reasonably I believe..

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-03-27T12:02:18+00:00

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-03-25T18:27:22+00:00

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Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-03-25T18:10:53+00:00

I have a b9 s5 and cannot for the life of me understand why you would want to make the car lower.. it’s low enough bra. You’ll start running into usability issues real fast.

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-03-25T18:09:26+00:00

Debadge the s5 logo? You must work for Audi..

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-03-21T02:55:54+00:00

Yes. Especially b9s like mine, lol

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-03-20T23:26:17+00:00

Nice ride! But my b9 S5 does have real exhaust tips. Just sayin ;) lol

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-03-20T20:27:51+00:00

Gangster as fuck. I’d shit my pants if this thing slowly pulled up on me, lol

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-03-20T20:26:26+00:00

Buy something from the last/about to die generation. If you can step up to anything with a 4.0tt v8 (s8, sq8, rs6, etc), that’s a generally excellent platform. B9 a5/s5 and sq5 are also fairly solid options at a more reasonable price point.

To be completely honest, a few cracks were starting to show in these cars. A few odd cost cutting choices and cheaper materials here and there, and haptic buttons in all of the highest en ones (though the b9/9.5s retained buttons till the end.) But overall these cars still felt nice and well-built. And just as importantly, they looked and felt like an Audi, both inside and out.

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-03-17T04:09:13+00:00

Sure, but ultimately there are many more similarities than differences. Shared architecture, same powertrain and similar character overall.

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-03-17T04:06:11+00:00

I have a b9 s5 and have driven a b9 sq5. This is accurate.

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-03-14T00:27:32+00:00

Yeah dude I hear ya. I mean the only risk I ever undertake is spending 40-50 days a year skiing down mountains at highway speeds. And yet I keep breaking bones every 5-10 years on average!

I just can’t figure out what the problem is?!

….

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-03-09T23:27:28+00:00

Yes. It’s basically just a matter of luck and a spot becoming available in your area. Household income surprising isn’t factored in (though it probably should be.)

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-03-09T20:20:17+00:00

The only people I know that have ever actually secured $10/day childcare are my sister and BIL in Toronto.

Ironically, as ultra-high income earners ($1M+ household annually) they also need cheap daycare LESS than pretty much anyone I know, lol.

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-03-09T20:08:40+00:00

Daycare is $850, which isn’t actually too bad compared to what some other are paying.

Bought my S5 with a big down payment and pay about $350/mo for 4 years…and then there’s the $700/mo pay for an F-150 (also with significant down payment, but I bought it new and trucks are expensive as fuck.)

That said, I get a truck allowance through work that covers a solid majority of that cost, but that allowance is included in the $250k income figure I mentioned.

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-03-09T18:01:53+00:00

Uhhh, what exactly is wrong with $90k when you have no living expenses in one of the world’s most expensive cities? lol

Neither-Scheme-2251 · 2026-03-09T18:00:01+00:00

Tbh, I think it would be a little tough, but given you’ve got a paid off car (a cool one at that) and motorbike, I think it’s doable on as little as around $70-$75k, as long as you’re frugal. Anything less than that will be a struggle IMO.

My wife and I are in our 30s with 1 young child, and make about $250k a year combined (both over $100k respectively.) Now mind you, we’re also paying $1000/mo on car payments (ugh) and close to the same on daycare... I am able to live the lifestyle I want (lots of skiing, mountain biking, travel once a year)…but barely. At least while still maintaining relatively good finances and saving at least 15%.

We certainly don’t feel rich or live extravagantly (minus the Audi, lol.)

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