How to turn off the auto start-stop function in Audi Q5?
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Audi Q5's auto start-stop function can be turned off by pressing the start-stop button located behind the center console lever. If it's a mechanical button, you need to press the button with the letter 'A' after the vehicle is powered on. The Audi Q5 is a mid-size SUV produced by FAW-Volkswagen Audi, with dimensions of 4629mm in length, 1898mm in width, and 1655mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2807mm. In terms of power, the domestic version of the Audi Q5 is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, which delivers a maximum power of 169 kW and a maximum torque of 350 Nm.
I just bought an Audi Q5, and the auto start-stop feature is quite annoying in the city—when stopping at a red light, the engine shuts off and then restarts with a slight shake. Turning it off is super easy: after starting the car each time, find a button on the center console with an icon of a circle containing the letter 'A,' press it once, and the button light will turn on. Just remember, this is a temporary deactivation—you’ll need to press it again the next time you drive. If you really want to disable it permanently, visit the dealership to reprogram it. However, the start-stop feature is indeed effective for saving fuel, and long-term use is better for the environment, but it wears out the battery faster. So, for my daily commute, I turn it off to avoid worrying about part wear. After driving for nearly half a year, I’ve gotten used to it—small details like this can really improve comfort.
