lil_eddie

Hi all,

I am a long time Audi lover but first time owner (in the next few weeks anyway).

Currently have an Insignia and I like the hatchback saloons as its luxury and practical for a dog owner

I have long wanted an A5, but saw a better spec but few years older for the same price are the S5's - which is great as long as it has been looked after. So the 3.0 S5 V6T from 2011/2012 (pre-facelift) is right on budget with a decent spec 3g+ mmi and b+o etc.

However, I stumbled on a local 3.0 TFSI A7 from 2011 with only 30k on the clock, it will cost me less to buy, it is an SE model, but has basically every option added but with BOSE instead of B&O audio. So all in all it is a higher spec, lower price, lower mileage, same age, same engine.

Is there anything less obvious to think about with the A7 over the S5? or vice versa? I am more in love with the S5 but I don't know why apart from the S just makes it sound more sporty when it isn't really..

The A7 is in spectacular condition for its age, couldnt find a scuff on it and only 1 alloy mark. FASH too. Typical S5 is of average-good condition for age

any help, advice, or is the only real difference the interior design and the dimensions? (ignoring the options being different).

Excited by either, and I am a real sucker for comparing value for money with my own preference to ensure I never regret my choice, but this has left me completely stuck!