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Thanks Bob. Coincidentally 44,700 on my SQ5 and about to go in for service, so a topic for discussion with a technician. Cheers

Thanks John, appreciate you sharing your experience. Air suspension certainly sounds the solve! Cheers

Thanks Kevin, really useful advice and very much appreciated. Will definitely explore the air suspension possibility. Keep well.

Thanks Kevin, appreciate comments. My SQ5 came with the optional 21” rims and I was advised brake discs too big for anything less than 20”. So made that change to a small benefit, but agree the ‘adjustable’ electronic dampers offer little variation. Very interesting what you say about air suspension though, but suspect retro-fit would indeed be expensive option. Thanks again, David

Thanks Cliff, had had that thought…but hoped a mod might be cheaper & get to keep the V6. Maybe have to give up on it.

Hi, I’m new to the Club and I’ve reviewed existing topics, but apologise in advance if this a repeat. I’m seeking advice/guidance on how to improve the comfort of the ride of my SQ5. I’ve owned my 2018 SQ5 TFSI for 5yrs and been delighted, fulfils so many roles wonderfully. Fitted with electronic dampers the ride is firm (it is an ‘S’), but for just my wife & I as front seat passengers only, comfort has been acceptable. However with the arrival of our first grandchild, I now carry more rear-seat passengers a lot more often. Even in Comfort mode, the ride for them is near unbearable. It is jarring to say the least. I have down-sized from 21” to 20” rims with SUV rubber in the hope of some tyre-wall flex, but only minor benefit. I recently rented a standard Q5 TDI on holiday and enjoyed a much smoother, softer ride. I’d welcome and appreciate any advice on how to soften the smoothness & subtlety of the SQ5 ride to match. I’m no engineer, but suspect the springs more than the dampers. However welcome all guidance. Thanks David