Engine not getting up to normal temperature

My 2007 Audi A5 3.0 TDI Quattro has started running cool. I have owned the car from new and up to last autumn (2013), the temperature gauge used to get up to 90c and stay there, now it registers between...

Buying AUDI A4 Avant: Which model?

We just had a baby and with my wife we would like to buy a new estate, preferably the Audi A4 Avant, although also considering the BMW 3 series touring. With the Audi there seems to be better deals and...

Audi Q5 - can I fit 18-inch wheels?

I'm considering buying a nearly new Audi Q5 S Line Plus which has 20-inch wheels as standard specification. When I test drove the car I thought that the ride was a little hard and asked about being able...

Audi won't repair A4 under warranty due to modified ECU - what can I do?

I have an 18 month old Audi A4 2.0 TFSI with 13,000 miles on the clock. Recently the engine lost compression so I took it to a local Audi dealer and they assured me they’d fix it under warranty. A few...

Buying a family car - Audi A6 or Volvo XC60?

Having had Volkswagens and Audis before, we are looking to change our Ford S-Max for something a little more rewarding to drive with a good solid feel. It’s been a good car, great for space and with kids...

Which Audi A3 engine and transmission?

My partner has narrowed down her choice of car to the new Audi A3 3 door or sportback model (she has yet to decide). She would like the 1.6tdi but is it worth paying extra for the S Tronic gearbox or...

Should my son use Shell V-Power in his Audi R8?

My son has recently bought a Audi R8 and I have told him to use Shell V power. He seems reluctant to use it on the grounds that the fuel consumption is already poor without adding the extra cost of premium...

Cars with auto boot openers?

My wife wants a car with a boot that will open with a wave of her foot. Which companies, besides Ford, offer this feature?

Keep existing car, buy used or cotract hire?

I have a 2004 Audi TT in excellent condition with 55,000 miles on the clock. I currently do 4000 miles per year. In view of low mileage, is it worth keeping or replacing with a used TT or opting for contract...

buying a new SUV - what's best?

I want to buy a new SUV. Can you tell me which is the best for running costs and reliability?