Overview & Reviews

The Audi A4 holds the distinction of having single-handedly revived the Audi brand. Launched in the mid-'90s, the compact A4 quickly became a favorite among luxury car buyers thanks to its beautifully finished cabin, sharp handling and available Quattro all-wheel drive. Although the A4 has offered these core characteristics from day one, it has become increasingly polished and high-tech with each successive generation. No matter which year you're looking at, the A4 promises both engaging performance and suave style inside and out.

The sedan body style has been a constant for the Audi A4, but depending on the vintage, you may also find wagon and convertible variants. Turbocharged four-cylinder power is typically found under the hood, yielding both reasonably spirited acceleration and satisfactory fuel economy. In road tests, we've consistently praised the A4's refined character, with more recent plaudits going to its spacious backseat, which has adequate room for full-size adults.

User Reviews:

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  Be still my beating heart! - 2017 Audi A4
  By AudiConvert - January 17 - 5:56 am

  After owning 3 Acuras in the past 12+ years, Ive now had my 2017 A4 Premium Plus for about a month now. The shifter is confusing but this car is such a dream to drive, Im long past it. So far, with 2K miles on the car, my long term average is over 32 MPG. Put this baby into sport mode and the 7 speed automated manual transmission will put a smile of your face every time! The sound system is amazing and the cockpit is whisper quiet. The virtual cockpit makes this one of the coolest, most advanced interiors on the market This is my first 4 cyl car in a long time and Im completely impressed! I drove every competitor before choosing this and nothing could compare. I have absolutely nothing but great things to say about this beauty.

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  German Dependability and ingenuity - 2002 Audi A4
  By sarah - January 15 - 7:40 pm

  This car has been a joy to own. The four years/50,000 mile warrenty has been a blessing. The car is a joy to drive.

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  Best Cabriolet Ever Driven or Made - 2003 Audi A4
  By GR8TA4 - January 15 - 3:09 pm

  This cabriolet with the 3.0L power plant and the awesome handling of the Audi suspension and body design has been very impressive. We have driven a lot of highway miles on it and find it to be comfortable at the end of a 700 mile day, quite a statement for a sports rated vehicle and unlike any that we have had before. If you buy one beware it is addictive. If you have one you already know.

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  I finally got one! - 2005 Audi A4
  By quattro guy in FL - January 7 - 8:09 pm

  Having lusted over the A4 Avant for many years, my time has finally come! I just picked up the last 05 (old style) Avant at my dealers on Dec 31. Light silver w ebony interior, Premium, Sport, Cold Weather & Sound pkgs. A manual tranny would have been my preference, but Im already getting spoiled w the auto. Its tighter in the back seat than my 02 Saab 9-5, but the build quality, steering, stereo w XM, and yes, the performance, are top-notch. I cant wait for my first road trip in this baby.

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  Not reliable at all - 1998 Audi A4
  By a4wagon - January 7 - 2:00 am

  This car is junky. I owned it less than a year and had $7000.00+ in repairs. Most of the time this was my primary vehicle, I was driving my 1995 Dakota instead, because it always runs. The timing belts on these will not last until the recommended service interval. This is critical for you to replace early if you have a 2.8 car. You will be VERY VERY unhappy if your belt goes. This will cost you thousands. Just replace the belt at about 50,000. I promise youll be glad you did. After that disaster, the car still has not been running well, and as you know it takes weeks and weeks to get these repairs done on an a4 at any of the dealerships.

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  Great Commuter - poor electronics - 2003 Audi A4
  By Carmen Chevalier - January 7 - 2:00 am

  Yep, another A4 with electronic problems. The washer fluid fuse has blown twice and Ive had the care for one month. Its irritating enough to make me want to call the consumer hotline and research the lemon law....washer fluid affects visibility, very important for a 31 mile commute. The stick is a bit stiff, and the gears should be a bit closer together. But for the fuse problem, I would be totally enamored with my car.

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  Not worth the $$$$$ - 2004 Audi A4
  By Acura Man - January 4 - 8:06 pm

  I was looking at the "new VW Jetta" at the time, and to get all the things that I wanted cost more that the Audi. Common sense told me to get the Audi instead. I had my car for 7 months with no problems. I was at a stop light when it happened. The light turned green and I stepped on the gas, and the car would not move. The check engine light was one, the car was running, but it wouldnt move. After countless trips to the dealer and being told that the car was fixed (and it wasnt) I had to get rid of it. I hated doing it too. I loved the design of the car, the bose xm radio, tiptronic, and the pure fun to drive feeling. When the car works its great, but when it didnt...

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  Wolf in Sheeps Clothing - 2005 Audi A4
  By Bill - January 1 - 1:11 pm

  I am a 6-month owner of the 2005.5 A4 2.0T, and this car is a wolf in sheeps clothing. The only complaint about this car is the low level of torque under 2K RPMs ... after that, watch out!! The ride is like silk at 80MPH. The paint job is one of the best I have ever seen. The attention to building detail makes my former Volvo look embarassing. You notice the small things on detail over time (like the hangers in the trunk for groceries packed in plastic bags and the A4 manual compartment under the steering wheel, to keep you glove box empty and ready for anything you want. Finally, I just began to really use the triptonic manual shift and it is a hoot! You are in complete control of the car!

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  cool - 2003 Audi A4
  By johnb339 - January 1 - 10:00 am

  the best car ever

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  Audi Fun - 2003 Audi A4
  By Blong - January 1 - 10:00 am

  This is the funest car I have ever drove . I have owned BMW,s and Other American Sports cars but really enjoy this car. The handling of the car is simply amazing.