Overview & Reviews

The Audi A4 has a few new powertrain options this year for the V6. Specifically, the V6 can now be equipped with a six-speed manual on all-wheel-drive sedans and wagons. The V6 can also be ordered this year for a front-drive A4 sedan with the continuously variable transmission (CVT). The only other significant change this year is the "S-line" name for the sport package.

• Sharp handling
• Available all-wheel drive
• Generous maintenance program.
• Classy, well-constructed interiors
• Precise steering

• Engines short on low-end torque, tight backseat.

User Reviews:

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  My first car - 2006 Audi A4
  By waiting119 - June 25 - 8:52 am

  Steering wheel can be heavier but handling is great in general. The brake is sometimes not responsive enough esp when going downhill, but since the brake pads havent been replaced for quite a while already that is perfectly normal & I could tell the brake will be awesome once i get the pads replaced. Engine is a 1.8T but I consider it more than powerful enough for a new driver driving in a small city like HK. I especially love driving it on highways and it is always ready to offer you a pep whenever you need/want it - so overtaking can be done at ease. It runs stably & noise isolation is great. Awesome interior build quality.

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  Fun to drive, costly to own - 2006 Audi A4
  By jdr8n - January 11 - 3:39 pm

  Original purchaser, just over 5 years with not quite 60k kms/37k mi on it, all easy miles. All maintenance done by Audi per recommended schedule. Great car to drive, but expensive to maintain once OoW. Low oil pressure light/check engine light 1 month out of warranty. Known issue with oil starvation due to sludge requires a complete engine replacement - $12k. Dealer went to bat for me and Audis covering a portion, but even so, its more than I spent on my last 2 Fords with twice the mileage. Clicking noises come from dash when cold due to known issues with actuators. Audi wont cover even though reported under warranty. Even basic service is 2X my Ford/Honda. Costly lesson.

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  Former BMW/MBZ Driver - Now an Audi Driver - 2006 Audi A4
  By 2bsi2 - January 1 - 4:50 pm

  For the last 15 years I drove a BMW or MBZ, beacause what I like to call "QUALITY OF DRIVE." Downside higher fuel costs & repairs. Another BMW/MBZ is out of the question as pricing isnt sensible and searched until I was surprised by the quality of the Audi A4. My near-new A4 is as surefooted as my BMW, but tons lighter like my MBZ. Luxury is not lacking but, could be better. What I love the most is both my BMW/MBZs ran approx 16-21 mpg -- Im now at 30 MPGs in my Audi A4 2.0T and she gets me 500 miles between fill-ups. This is the best of both worlds! Since I also purchased Near New I purchased the extended warranty -- german vehicles can be fickle -- you just never know.

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  Audi’s Life Lesson - 2006 Audi A4
  By insano03 - November 15 - 9:27 pm

  If I only listened to my friend who begged me not to purchase an Audi after an awful experience, my life would have been much better over the past three years. Twelve check engine lights later and a new transmission, I am here to proclaim that Audi is a nightmare and does not stand by its product. During a three year period, my A4 was in the shop approximately 35 days. Audi is one of the few cars that charge a deductible for part covered under a CPO warranty. I had to shell out $85 per visit, which amounted to $1020 not including tax. If you dare to own an Audi and like misery, I suggest getting a warranty to ease the pain. Although my Audi experience was painful, I learned a life lesson!

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  Very reliable - 2006 Audi A4
  By a4lvr - October 28 - 1:34 pm

  I purchase my A4 2.0T quattro new in 2006. Since then I have driven the car 167,588 miles. I have spent $5,800 so far in maint & repairs including tires. I have followed the maint schedule to the letter except for oil changes. I do the oil & filter every 5000 miles. The car still consistently gets 30-32 MPG. It still has the original shocks and exhaust. it will need its second timing belt at 190,000. The timing belt is a maitenance item. Handling in the snow is effortless and safe. I am curious as to why so many bad reviews. Maybe the cars were not maintained properly from the start or abused. The bi-zeon lights had been troublesome but the dealer & Audi took care of the issue.

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  Best value AWD German car - 2006 Audi A4
  By sebastianz - October 20 - 4:39 pm

  I have 52k miles and my warranty expired over 2 years ago. The only issue I had was a low oil pressure light that was showing once in couple of days. Audi replaced the sensor first, and since it did not fix the problem, they did replaced the oil pump. I had the issue reported to Audi when warranty active, so even my warranty was out for 8 months, they still covered the issue.

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  Will never own an audi again!! - 2006 Audi A4
  By jpcjulia2011 - July 5 - 8:03 pm

  I purchased this car as a certified pre-owned vehicle at 26000miles thankful I purchased the warranty. In the 1st week check engine light came on. Few weeks later my fuel pump went out. A couple months later, some valves have failed in the engine. A couple months after that-some hose have melted and caused a check engine light.. Then coil pack. Then transmission. Transmisson again. Fuel pump.. again. Oil pump, engine valves. All in a 1.5 yrs. 70,000 miles now. Im selling this car as soon as I get it back from dealer. Never again! I only drive to and from work on the hwy, scheduled maint always was done, but it was a lemon. No help from dealer, or Audi USA-cant admit there is an issue.

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  Be warned.... - 2006 Audi A4
  By lowaprlover - May 1 - 6:32 pm

  I purchased my 06 A4 BRAND NEW. Within 6 months it had to be towed...not once but twice for ignition coil failure. One time I was crossing over a large bridge and the car was chugging the second time I was stuck and the car wouldnt start. It was down hill from there. Oil leaks breather valve went, and a host of other issues. Cost me a fortune (high mileage). I dont appreciate ppl saying things about not taking care of the car. My car was beyond taken care of and it was still in service all the time. STAY AWAY. They will NOT help you or admit theres an issue even though they are aware of all these issues. I traded it in for a honda, and can guarantee it will be more reliable!!

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  Fun to drive but... - 2006 Audi A4
  By sfced - February 5 - 7:37 am

  Good looking, very fast and handles like a dream. Definitely a fun to drive car. In terms of reliability, this is the worse car Ive ever owned. I have to take it to the dealer while it was under warranty at least twice. The oil filter housing (made out of plastic) broke during an oil change and it took nearly a week to receive a new one, which was over a $100. The last moth I had it, it threw "check engine" lights for three different issues. For the last one the dealer wanted over $1000 to repair it. I had them clear the light, drove it to the nearest Honda dealership, traded it in, and never looked back... for 61,000 miles, Im disappointed.

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  Shoddy interior quality - 2006 Audi A4
  By Audi vs BMW - November 28 - 2:00 am

  Initially, I was very happy with my purchase of the Audi A4. With its AWD, it was the perfect choice for driving in Wisconsin winters. However, four years into my purchase, I am very disappointed because of the shoddy wear of the interior. The glove box has fallen off, and from what I read in Audi forums, this is fairly common and Audi charges big bucks to fix this defect. The leather of the drivers seat has developed cracks. And the hinge on the center console has stopped working. I previously owned a BMW 318ti for 10 years. Year ten, the interior was just as good as the day I purchased it. For the money, I was expecting the same quality. Audi does not deliver. I will return to BMW.