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Used truck versus new compact pickup

RustGarageCommunity StarterDec 24, 20252023 Audi S5 SportbackPhoenix
2023 Audi S5 Sportback, about 151,000 miles. Same money buys an older full-size truck with capability I may never use or a newer compact truck with better fuel economy and warranty. Anyone make this switch and regret the smaller truck? Trying to diagnose before I book a shop.
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V8TravelerCommunity StarterCommunity StarterDec 24, 2025permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2023 Audi S5 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. I'd do that before spending real money. This is from a 2023 Audi S5 in Phoenix with 151,000 miles. If they can't show the line item, I assume it's hiding. Not trying to scare you — just skip the expensive first guess. This is the version I'd tell a friend.
MileageWrench30Community StarterCommunity StarterDec 25, 2025permalink
Write down what you already tried. A second data point from another 2023 Audi S5 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. That's where I'd start. Post the numbers (or the code) and people can get more specific. I'd sleep better after that step, even if it finds nothing. If this is nothing, great. I want that in data.
TrailRoadie70Community StarterCommunity StarterDec 25, 2025permalink
Don't overfit one forum story to your car. If it still isn't clear on the 2023 Audi S5, a specialist hour can be cheaper than another round of parts. That's where I'd start. Did the worksheet show tax yet? If the story changes I'll post the new data.
MileageWrench30Community StarterCommunity StarterDec 25, 2025permalink
Yes, with one caveat: A second data point from another 2023 Audi S5 owner helps more than a generic diagnosis. Then you'll know the next fork. This is from a 2023 Audi S5 in Phoenix with 151,000 miles. Post the numbers (or the code) and people can get more specific. Might be overthinking it, but I'd rather overthink than overspend.
RustGarageCommunity StarterCommunity StarterDec 26, 2025permalink
Useful. I'll report back after I verify that on my 2023 Audi S5. I'll update if anything new shows up.
DetailTech81Community StarterCommunity StarterDec 25, 2025permalink
I'd keep this practical. Verify the cheap/easy branch on the 2023 Audi S5 before a big repair or a big spend. I'd do that before spending real money. Did the worksheet show tax yet? Doing the boring step first on purpose.
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