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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  Top-notch all around - 2003 Audi A4
  By pbrice68 - July 23 - 10:00 am

  Being a very satisfied Honda Accord owner, I never expected the considerable jump up in build quality, attention to detail, and pure fun to drive element when moving to the A4 1.8T quattro. Everything has a consistent and well-made feel. It feels amazingly light on its feet, so to speak. The quattro AWD is a dream in heavy rains. I cannot wait for winter to try it out in the snow. Dealer has been excellent. Best compliment, to date (from a co-worker): "You can tell that its the newest car on the lot. The design is so modern it just makes every other car look old."

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  All Season Driving - 2003 Audi A4
  By Michael - June 28 - 10:05 am

  At 76,000 miles, I am very happy with this car. The interior design is very ergonomic and everything is oriented to the driver. Trunk space is huge. The exterior design is simple, yet elegant. Quattro AWD makes the car suitable for any driving conditions and the car is more than capable of performing in the corners - it just stays controlled at all times. The 1.8T engine is a little under performing considering the brute weight of the vehicle, but an ECU upgrade quickly fixes that issue. What you lose in engine performance, you gain in fuel economy where I get an average in the low 30s on the highway - approximately 27 mpg over all. Original and stock clutch is still going strong.

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  Near Perfection - 2003 Audi A4
  By mlbean - June 27 - 2:00 am

  Ive dirven them all. The 330 The G35 The IS-300 The 320 None of them compare.

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  better than th couch - 2003 Audi A4
  By krys - June 27 - 2:00 am

  unbelievable! i go to the car to relax

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  A4 CVT: Incredible Driving Experience - 2003 Audi A4
  By Begemotik - June 16 - 10:00 am

  The FWD with CVT instead of manual or automatic tranmissions has to be driven to be believed. Choose "automatic" operation or shift yourself, clutchless, through 6 forward "gears." And the interior quality would make Honda buy an A4 to model their Accords excellent interior.

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  My First Audi and Not My Last - 2003 Audi A4
  By Audiconvert - June 11 - 10:00 am

  The 1.8T is not a race car but has plenty of power. I recommend Quattro if you live w/inclimate weather or want road handling performance. Solid ride quiet on the road. Solid thunk when closing doors. Dash and center console are logically laid out. Easy to use controls Bose stereo has more than ample power and sounds crystal clear. Seats are very comfortable up front a little tight in the rear but youre not hauling family. Its a thoughtfully laid out car with easy to use amenities plenty of power all surrounded by well sculpted sheet metal that looks great on the road. I love my 1.8T

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  Small car handling, large car elegance - 2003 Audi A4
  By sparis43 - June 11 - 10:00 am

  In the short two months since taking delivery, the A4 has been nothing but trouble free and enjoyable. Sure, the back seat is cramped for adults (just to get that out of the way). But it performs in so many ways...it can be a sporty car in the twisties or a relaxed cruiser on the highway. Styling inside and out are top shelf. Material quality is first rate. Youll wear out the owners manual learning the all the clever features and amenities. The A4 gets 28+ mpg on the Interstate, is ULEV certified and is at the top or near the top in the insurance rating on 5 mph bumper bash test. Perfect? No, but is any car?

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  A4 3 Quattro Sport - 2003 Audi A4
  By gwgold - June 11 - 10:00 am

  22,000 miles now and the car is just getting stronger.Impecable build quality.I have not figured out yet why people do not buy cars with AWD.With the quattro I just plow on like the terminator through rain and winds.No real problems to date , only a turn signal bulb and xenon bulb needed to be replaced. Great car, Waiting for the new S4,

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  A Very Pretty Lemon - 2003 Audi A4
  By A very Pretty Lemon - May 26 - 7:24 am

  This is the prettiest lemon I have ever owned! Not worth the cost of the tires. It is very unreliable. I purchased this car for my daughter last year, a college student, and she has been stranded so many times that AAA canceled our contract after only 4 months! First the CVT went out, then its been in the shop for numerous sensor replacements. Headlight replacements, $300 a pop. Just required to have the timing belt replaced at only 80K on Friday ($1500), Saturday a.m. my daughter called and said the check engine light came back on.

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  I wish I never bought this car! - 2003 Audi A4
  By qe212 - May 13 - 12:21 pm

  I bought my A4 in November of 2006 with 33K miles and now have 64K on it. I live in New England and wanted a 4 wheel drive sedan. In the three years I have owned the car Ive replaced the windshield wiper motor twice ($500 each) and the windshield washer pump once! Ive also had to replace the the rack and pinion steering, all 6 ignition cylinders, timing belt and water pump (Audi recommendation = $1200), brakes. Im at the point Im afraid to drive the car on any long trips and use it as little as possible. Ill be trading it in soon for a Honda Civic (going to take a hit on the trade in value and what I owe) but I just cant afford to keep the Audi.