I had a 2004 and 2005 3.0i and while my 2004 was trouble free the 2005 sure wasn't. It's the main reason I went to the Touareg but I really missed the ride and handling of the BMW so I moved back to an E70. While it is larger I really love it all around (and the comfort seats are incredible)

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The Present:
2014 Audi Q5 TDI Prestige
The Past:
2013 Lexus GS350
2013 VW Golf TDI
2007 BMW X5 4.8i LOADED & Loved
2009 VW Jetta
2008 VW Touareg VR6
2005 BMW X5 3.0i
2005 BMW Z4 3.0i
2004 BMW X5 3.0i
2003 BMW 325i
2000 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer 4x4