ezveedub

I haven't checked the actual MMI update as it's sold, but yes, the SD card can be used for multiple uses, as the data is for all MMI3G cars. Also, this software was released around the third quarter of last year, but there was an error found in the software for MMI3G cars, that would cause it to lockup and corrupt the MMI unit during the update install, so all the copies had to be returned for correct error free versions. MMI3G+ cars were not affected by the corrupted files on the SD cards though.

TIME89

I concur, doctor.
What is more amazing, that owners of A8 need to pay for two updates! RIP OFF!!!

HaveBullDogWillTravel

I'd pay $300 to get my built in NAV working like it should and not have to have a tacky looking Garmin stuck to my windshield with wire hanging down across the dash and an antenna running up the windshield and having to remove it and lock it in the glovebox every time I reach my destination and clean the circles off the glass. I'd rather NOT pay that much but if I have t,o I will. Hope this answers your question.

DrasonDC

I picked up my new 2012 Q5 yesterday and can report the maps are updated, containing roads at least 6 months "new". The care was manufactured in November, 2011.

john1r

What version do you have?

DrasonDC

I'll check in a bit.

WalksOnAir

I took delivery of my Q5 on 10/1/2011. The maps are old and have v5.5.5.

On my commute home, it tells me to turn around on the one way I5 express lanes to take an exit that only a feeder lane.

This can't pass for quality.

Drason

It's version 5.5.5.

Otto Man

I picked up my Q5 after its 5000 mile service thing and my service guy (for the last 5 years) said the maps are updated as a part of new service. I wish I had a road I could use to verify this (anyone from Baltimore area??) but I cannot.
I sure like my Q5, the paddles, the little lights under the front seats for the folks in back, the keyless walk-up thing, B&O radio, too many things to list.
Nicest car I have ever owned.
Chris
(Now for this Ford Focus ST I am about to order, when I can)

Tomb01

Well, remember, you are talking about $300 a year for the rest of the life of your vehicle, and that is only 1 map update a year. A Garmin with lifetime maps typically gets them once a quarter, and if the Audi is like my MB the POI list is quite diappointing. I understand the not wanting to have the GPS stuck to your window, but before you discard the notion of a Garmin (I just let mine rest in the console and listen to the audio, pick it up only when I need to), compare the ease of use and touch screen interface to the Audi's.

Guess I was unimpressed with the Audi controls, too, compared to the ease of use of the touch screen interface on my portable.

I likely would not buy the nav in any new vehicle if it wasn't part of the 'package' options that I had to buy to get something like ventilated seates.