Cup Holders

[Kestrel]

Just read the report (Our Cars) in the current Auto Express.
There is criticism of the size of the cup-holders...saying they are only large enough for cans.
That may be true but has anyone really had a problem with them?

 

[duffbeerman]

Personally, I hate cup holders and never ever use them. I would much rather have a storage compartment with a cover.

 

[Kestrel]

I rather agree with you there, `duffbeerman`.
My previous few cars have all had covers over the cup holders and I swore that I would never again buy a car with uncovered holders.
Then I saw the inside of the new A4 and all that determination went out the window!

 

[cuke2u]

Cup holders are for certain peoples who love to drink coffee whilst they are driving. Yes they should be removed as they encourage distraction and in their place a sun glasses container..

 

[nkdublu]

I was going to ask about the size of the cup holders - I suspect my current thermos mug is going to be too big.

And yes I like cup holders - but can you not get storage tubs or ashtrays to put in the cup holders to 'convert' them?

 

[cuke2u]

I wish...

 

[Bungle17]

I've had Starbucks etc in mine fine, not an issue size wise. I usually chuck my keys in the right hand one anyway so it's a useful pocket for them if nothing else.

 

[cppp]

its fine for average sizes + love the led lights surrounding them

 

[timj77]

Think in good location much better than previous B8. Have no issues fitting Contigo flask or Starbucks etc in cup holders.


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[nkdublu]

Thanks guys, so there is hope my thermos mug will fit - I will find out this day next week


@cuke2u - from the A4 accessories catalog -

At what price, and whether it is any better than the cup holders remain to be seen ..

 

[ScottishA4B9]

My thermos and any other cup types have fitted in the cup holders no problem.

 

[The Silverfox]

I agree about them being useless. I don't think drinking whilst driving, even if it is only coffee, is a good idea so never use them but I have found a wireless phone charger that is designed to fit so at least one is put to good use.

 

[duffbeerman]

I don't mind them being there but I wish it had a cover of some sort so I could use it as storage. Couldn't give a toss about the LED light.

 

[A4B9]

I agree about them being useless. I don't think drinking whilst driving, even if it is only coffee, is a good idea so never use them but I have found a wireless phone charger that is designed to fit so at least one is put to good use.

they're not, I regularly drive long distances and I always have a bottle of water in the cup holder to make sure I'm fully hydrated rather than making 2/3 stops at a service station for a gulp of water. Driving dehydrated will affect your concentration adversely and drinking certainly doesn't take your eyes off the road any more than picking a track, radio station, phone contact or drive select setting on the mmi

 

[cuke2u]

Personally I would find taking a rest break far better and safer than fumbling about for a drink, unscrewing the top, drinking from it then placing the top back on again...

 

[duffbeerman]

Personally I would find taking a rest break far better and safer than fumbling about for a drink, unscrewing the top, drinking from it then placing the top back on again...

Agree 100%

 

[The Silverfox]

Personally I would find taking a rest break far better and safer than fumbling about for a drink, unscrewing the top, drinking from it then placing the top back on again...

... and getting a ticket for driving without due care.

 

[A4B9]

fumbling about for a drink? good grief, if you're incapable of grabbing a bottle of water from the cup holder without taking your eye off the road and keeping control of your car then I can't imagine what difficulty you'll have operating the MMI and Virtual Cockpit whilst on the move

 

[cuke2u]

Both of which may also be banned from use in the future. Drinking any soft beverage carries the same careless driving penalty as eating. According to here http://www.rac.co.uk/drive/advice/know-how/driving-myths-your-questions-answered/ a study found that 18% of drivers who sipped water whilst driving had erratic lane control.

 

[A4B9]

Good thing I've got lane assist