Overview & Reviews
The big news is the arrival of the A4 Cabriolet, a fetching drop-top version of the A4 sedan. Initially, the company will offer only one drivetrain choice -- front-wheel drive with the 3.0-liter V6 engine and continuously variable transmission. Expect to see a 1.8T version midway through the model year and a 3.0 quattro Cab by October 2003. No word yet on the possibility of a manual transmission. As if this weren't enough, Audi plans to release a coupe version of the A4 in early 2003. The rest of the A4 lineup benefits from equipment upgrades. Leather is now optional on all 1.8T models, as are 12-way power front seats. All 3.0s will come swathed in leather, with more deluxe leather optional. Previous stand-alone options for the 3.0, including xenons and satellite steering wheel controls, have been swept up into the Premium Package. A new cold weather package includes seat heaters and a ski sack, and 17-inch all-season tires are a stand-alone extra.
- Available all-wheel drive, classy interiors laden with amenities, stable handling.
- Price goes up quickly with options, engines a little short on low-end torque.
User Reviews:
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Superb Quality, design - 2003 Audi A4
By LanderHause - September 27 - 10:00 amAn astonishingly refined auto. The design is sublime inside and out. Very smooth V6. One can get very emotional about a car like this.
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2003 A4 - 1.8T Quattro - 5 MT - 2003 Audi A4
By Chad N - September 27 - 10:00 amThe car is extremely stable, quiet and fun to drive. AWD is the icing on the cake. A lot of people complain about the 1.8T engine as not "powerful enough"; I contend they should have bought the 3.0 V6 then. The 1.8T provides more than ample power and has plenty of go.. but its not a 220 HP v- 6. Compared to other entry level luxury cars, I feel the 1.8T with 5 speed manual is one of the better offerings. Ride and handling are very impressive. If your looking at any entry level german cars, you should at least drive an Audi. Its not for everyone, but I sure do like mine
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Great car, but reliability issues - 2003 Audi A4
By Brian - September 25 - 2:51 pmI bought this car certified used with 43k miles on it. I have driven Lexus, Acura, Infiniti, BMW and Mercedes. In general this is a great and solid feeling car. Outstanding interior which I like even better than the new models. Strong performance (acceleration a little light), and fabulous in the snow. Great car when things are working. Some reliability issues. Car got stuck in tiptronic day 1. Received flats on 3 of 4 pirelli tires that came with. Antenna had to be fixed, wipers got stuck vertical on windshield, had to replace brakes, fix broken wiper fluid tube, and engine steamed up once. I have never felt that the car would stop running on me, but things always need to be fixed.
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Fun Car - 2003 Audi A4
By LowLou - September 15 - 2:00 amA-4 1.8T is a dailey commuter. It has been a definite head turner and people come into wifes office to ask her about it. She loves the comfortable seats, style and its a RED convertible.
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A4 1.8 T Cab is great fun - 2003 Audi A4
By Mulhollandguy - September 9 - 10:00 amJust a great little car...fun to drive, with amazingly responsive clutchless 6- speed, easily switchable to automatic. Handles great, looks great, and handling the convertible is push-button simple. I think its the best deal in its class.
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Beware! Buy an Audi at your own risk! - 2003 Audi A4
By jtkoomd1 - August 31 - 4:17 amAs I drove off the lot, the Xenon headlight leveling sensor warning light went on. I had to leave it overnight the first night I owned it! This was a problem that had to be fixed three times in the first year I owned it. My remote trunk release works only sporadically and Ive had to fix it three times so far...this number would be higher if I hadnt given up on fixing this problem. Ive had problems with the power window switches, power mirrors, and the memory power seats. At 3 years, the rubberized trim around the cabin began to flake off. Though no major engine disasters (so far), Ive had many other problems requiring time in the shop!
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2003 A4 Quattro 3.0L - 2003 Audi A4
By monsterrider - August 25 - 8:42 amIve owned the car since new and now have 125,000 miles on it. Fuel pump was replaced under recall and everything else has been just routine service. No problems whatsoever. Gas mileage averages about 25 - 26 on the highway. Quattro is great in all weather conditions. Comfortable interior, excellent stereo, Xenon headlamps make night driving easy. This has been an excellent car.
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Awesome Car! - 2003 Audi A4
By Cam - August 10 - 3:15 pmMy A4 has 170,000 miles and is still running beautifully. It is fun to drive, comfortable, and not half bad looking either. Has run flawless its whole life (It has been maintained exactly when suggested by Audi). Will replace the timing belt again soon, though the manual says every 100 or 105k from what I have read it should be replaced every 60- 80k as that is when it is said to break. Build quality is in a whole different class, the car is amazingly sound and solid. Manual shifts smooth and precise. Gas mileage is anywhere from 23-24 city to 30-31 hwy. Quattro is awesome too!!!
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Best yet - 2003 Audi A4
By Joseph45433 - August 3 - 2:00 amBest Audi to date!
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Save your money for repairs - 2003 Audi A4
By utahsnowrider - July 30 - 1:52 pmI have owned this car for 5 years and purchased it new. I love the handling, performance,and smooth,quiet ride. It handles well in the snow. As soon as the vehicle was off warranty and still under 50,000 miles, I had to replace the power steering pump, cracked vacuum tubes, and oxygen sensors. I calculated that it has cost me $100 per month for repairs since the warranty expired. Not exactly the fine engineering and reliability I expected when I purchased the car. I read a lot of owner reviews that are experiencing the same failures my car has. I still love to drive this car, but I wont be buying another Audi.
