Overview & Reviews

For 2005, the S4 gets a new satellite/navigation/AM/FM antenna.

• Broad power band, confident handling, high-quality materials and attractive cabin design, available as a sedan, wagon or convertible.

• Not the tire smoker you would expect, small backseat, priced close to more established rivals.

User Reviews:

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  Excellent car for the money - 2005 Audi S4
  By jnicho1 - October 21 - 9:59 pm

  Ive owned my 2005 S4 since 2007 (bought used off lease at 24k miles) and it has been a great car. It is a lot of fun to drive with lots of torque and great V8 growl. Living in the city, I buy cheap tires (nails, etc.) and they still do great with cornering. Ive had it at top speed (155 mph) and it was surprisingly smooth, although the revs were really high. Dont expect good gas mileage, but thats not why you buy thus car. It still looks sexy and I get compliments with a car that is almost hitting its 8th birthday. I test drove the new S4 (2013) and it just wasnt the same. I have no idea what to get next!

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  excellent car - 2005 Audi S4
  By airgim - March 14 - 10:16 pm

  Fantastic engine performance. Very well built interior finishes. High quality. Excellent grip with 4wd. A pleasure to drive. You feel safe and enjoy high performance. I enjoy driving on s mode gear. A fan choice if you are looking for a used sports performance car, without looking like one.

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  If I could marry this car, I would! - 2005 Audi S4
  By SSG_Wells - October 6 - 12:24 pm

  I bought this car when I was home on R&R leave from Afghanistan back in February. I had been researching the A4 for about 7 months and had every intention of buying that once I got to the dealership. As the Carmax dealer was walking me to the A4s I saw my knight in shining armor out of the corner of my eye. The girl opened the drivers side door and I was sold. I didnt even test drive the thing, and it was a manual so I had to teach myself, but trust me it was WELL worth it. I took a look at the A4s once I was done drooling over my soon-to-be new car and there was absolutely no comparison the A4 looked like a grandma car compared to what I was about to roll home in!

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  Is there a perfect car?This is may be it - 2005 Audi S4
  By Biagio - January 29 - 2:45 pm

  Thanks to most of the reviewers here, I made the decision to purchase a used S4 (along with Audis pure protection additional warranty). I have to say it is the most amazing car Ive ever owned--even over my 67 Mustang fastback. As another reviewer said "it does everything right". A pleasure to drive, doesnt look fast but runs like a refined rocket, handles like a track car and is great in snowy terrain of the north west. Highway MPG is doable, and for those that lament about city MPG, realize its 340HP w/over 300lb ft torque...in the same engine compartment as the A4 (which Ive owned 1.8t) and also liked. This is like a supermodel love affair in comparison. Gracious, powerful, refined

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  Little monster - 2005 Audi S4
  By sam - October 12 - 7:36 pm

  I purchased the car used from an Audi dealership. I suppose I paid a little more buying the car from an Audi dealer, but the added warranty of purchasing a certified car was well worth the additional cost. The car is a monster. I have had all different types of American performance cars and they are not even in the same category as this car. The performance, handling, and braking are nothing short of phenomenal! Now the downside. The gas mileage is poor ( 18mpg if youre lucky ). The interior is a little cramped. Look at that, I can only find two negative things to comment about on this car. Great car! Be careful though, if you test drive one youll be takeing it home.

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  4-door Porshe - 2005 Audi S4
  By it dude - September 23 - 9:26 pm

  Ive had 13 Bmws, 3 Mercs and 5 Audis in my life and this car is by far the easiest to love. All cars have weaknesses, but this one is special. The only weakness is a small gas tank and a bad drinking habit. I wear a suit to work and look the part when I pull into my space - I wear jeans and Tims on the weekends and this car rocks. Its comfortable, quick and fast. Its heavy, which is a good thing more than bad. Im 40+ so I dont need to race. I just do and this car keeps up just fine. This is the most complete car I have ever owned. It does everything well. This is the complete package. Good Job Audi!

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  2001 S4 vs. 2005 S4 - 2005 Audi S4
  By Mark - September 17 - 9:53 am

  I swapped my 2001 Audi S4 with an owner of a 2005 S4. I purchased the nogaro blue with two tone blue/black recaro interior seats. This is a beautiful car. Audi did an excellent job with the overall look and feel. The previous owner lowered the vehicle and added awe tuning exhaust and 19" rims low profile. The exhaust is sick and the car certainly turns a lot heads as well as comments from envious VW owners. Audi is welcomed to the muscle car category! I will say that I miss the bi-turbo of my 2001. The bi-turbo is quicker off the line due the turbo and light weight of the V6. However, the overall torque is something to be desired in the V8.

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  All Around Winner - 2005 Audi S4
  By Eddie - August 28 - 2:28 pm

  I traded in my 350z for a beautiful red S4 cabrio with gray interior and black top. It felt a bit heavy at first after driving a sports car for so long but I quickly fell in love with the smooth ride and roomy, well appointed interior. The big car feel and rumbling V8 almost makes it seem like a 60s era muscle car, especially when cruising city streets at low speeds with the top down. It is also quite practical with a full sized trunk (with top up) and decent sized back seats, making it perfect for a long weekend of road tripping in the country. My wife and both of my parents all fit comfortably for short trips. In short, a well rounded combination of style, luxury, and performance.

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  S4 vs M3 - different animals - 2005 Audi S4
  By Audo A4 no M3 - August 10 - 10:06 pm

  Im going to write something radical here. The Audi S4 should not be compared to the BMW M3. They are different and serve different purposes. I had an M3 and now an M5. I can speak to this: S4 - better family car. Better in weather. More comfortable. M3 handles better, faster. Both are solid built and of strong engine. Audi is a better value, but doesnt hold its value as well. AWD is a plus in the Audi, but it still doesnt handle as well as the M3. Reliability - BMW. Comfort Audi, Interior/Exterior - Audi, Fuel - BMW, Both are equal in the other categories. Summary, Audi for value and BMW for reliability. BMWs have become over produced and value watered down.

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  From 97 A8 to 05 S4 - 2005 Audi S4
  By AndyCap - July 3 - 12:18 pm

  I just traded in my 97 A8 and never looked back. The A8 also had the 4.2 V8, but it a slug compared to this better aspirated version. A V8 as it is supposed to be. 340 HP mated to the road with precision and grace. The cabin is ergonomic and smart. Bucket seats are comforable for long distance, and keep you snug through the high speed curves. The controls all make sense and are exactly where they should be. The exterior design is stealth, a this car looks like an A4, but drives like the German sport car it is. Indeed a "Wolf in sheeps clothing" My wife even called it cute until she heard the rumble of the V8. This car sounds like a beast when it growls.