Morning Steve,
Thanks for your reply. Audi has not changed the gearbox as according to them the 8 speed gearbox in the SQ5 is fully automatic and as such doesn't require maintenance.
Issue 1: Snappy Gear Changes
The issue of snappy (unsmooth) gear changes both on up and down shift is completely intermittent. Everytime the car has gone to Audi they have performed a "reset" on the gearbox so that it readapts. During the re-adaptation period (which i class as 100 miles or so) the car drives almost perfectly however after this the old characteristics seem to reappear.
Issue 2: Revs Holding In 1st/2nd Gear
The issue of the revs holding in 1st/2nd gear is a new development however this is continuous. Anything more than a light touch of acceleration and you'll notice the revs holding. Strangely, get the car above 3rd/4th gear and the issue disappears even at low revs.
My knowledge on these cars is very limited however do we know if the 8 speed gearbox is double clutched? Perhaps an issue with the primary clutch, just thinking out loud here.
I took an Audi technician out in the car, he drove it and noticed the revs issue, they kept the car for almost a week and said they couldn't replicate the issue!
Thanks,
Kapil