Originally Posted by a7ubercoupe

the 2013 back seat was reconfigured (built in cupholders removed, replaced with a drop down arm rest w/cup holder extension) to allow for 3 passengers, with a toddler/small youth in the center

Originally Posted by snagitseven

In a nutshell, the "G"s indicate the speeds upon which the carriers move data to and from a device and the internet or a cel phone. The old 2G is very slow, 3G is multiples faster and 4G LTE can be much faster yet.

Your MMI Audi Connect modem is equipped to handle up to 3G speeds for data and T-Mobile provides 3G data to Audi Connect. MY2016 Audis now employ a 4G LTE modem used with AT&T.
Google "carrier connection speeds" for more info.

Bluetooth in the car is simply the wireless connection between your phone and the MMI for hands free operation (and music with Bluetooth Audio if available) and has nothing directly to do with the connection speed of your device or Audi Connect. Bluetooth Audio was added to most later model Audis that didn't already have it. If your car doesn't have the feature, there are aftermarket products that can add the functionality.

Originally Posted by myowdeeA5

Thanks. I understand what 3G, 4G etc is on phones, I just dont understand the Audi features of the modem I guess. Again, my only experience is using Bluetooth in all my cars, and yes I install my own receiver with Bluetooth if my car/truck didnt come with it.

What is the modem used for I guess is a more direct question. Beyond bluetooth capabilities that I am familiar with.

Originally Posted by fkaufman

Consider this modem in the car to be a smartphone with data only capabilities. It has it's own SIM card and connects to the wireless network for data only usage. So just like a phone, it can connect (depending on the design and the services available) 3G, 4G etc.

Originally Posted by myowdeeA5

Thanks. I understand what 3G, 4G etc is on phones, I just dont understand the Audi features of the modem I guess. Again, my only experience is using Bluetooth in all my cars, and yes I install my own receiver with Bluetooth if my car/truck didnt come with it.

What is the modem used for I guess is a more direct question. Beyond bluetooth capabilities that I am familiar with.

Originally Posted by myowdeeA5

My 2013 A5 does not have Auci connect. Only BT. That is why I am asking about these features. I am getting rid of my A5 and upgrading to an A7 and want to understand the differences between 2012 and 2013 to ensure what I am missing out on by purchasing a 2012.

My A5 does not allow any type of streaming music unless it is wired. Only BT capability is phone calls. I do not have navigation in my car, I use my phone GPS when needed.

Originally Posted by ben_aip

Audi Connect is like having your car as a mobile hotspot. check this out:
Audi library

Originally Posted by snagitseven

Note that myowdee is looking at a MY2012 or 13 so some of the Audi Connect features shown on that link are only available on a MY2016 including 4G LTE.