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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  Love it! - 2006 Audi A4
  By CR - August 26 - 8:00 am

  I test drove the 3.o but couldnt justify the extra 10k for the additonal power. The 1.8 is slow off the line but at about 30 you can feel the turbocharger spin up and it feels like a 6 cyl. The fit and finish are excellent and the Audi offers features that the Volvo, BMW and Saab didnt. Im 62 and it fits like a glove, although it has less leg room in the back than the Volvo. My wife and I (by rights its her car) fight over it everyday... starting to feel like that commercial!

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  Fun & classy...I love it! - 2004 Audi A4
  By ksh - August 25 - 10:00 am

  Best convertible ever! Even strangers stop to compliment its styling and the gas milage is wonderful.

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  A pleasure to drive - 2004 Audi A4
  By jgh - August 25 - 10:00 am

  Car is easy to handle; seats are cimfortable and firm; accelerates well on expressway; Drivers controls are easy reach; I have a problem with the cup holder location, it is limited in the size and height of cups it will hold.

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  2004.5 Ultrasport better than a Benz! - 2005 Audi A4
  By HeyZeus - August 23 - 10:26 am

  When I first saw the Silver 2004.5 Audi A4 with the Ultrasport package, I said to myself, I got to have it!! So, I sold my 1994 Mercedes Benz CLK320 and got bought one of the first A4 Ultrasport in the SF Bay area. I love the exterior look (especially after Audi FINALLY decided to paint the lower body panels) and the interior quality. The ride is a little stiff and the power could be more. But, nothing that couldnt be fixed with lowering the tire pressure and chipping the ECU (i.e. reprogramming the engine computer for more turbo boost). I got the APR Direct-port programming for 209hp and 236lb-ft torque!! Summary: After chipping, the car is perfect!

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  1998 AUDI Quattro, 2.8 - 1998 Audi A4
  By Jamshed - August 23 - 10:00 am

  This is my fourth Audi. It is not as dependable as the other three, with small maintenence problems.

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  What a FUN FUN car to drive - 2003 Audi A4
  By ArunDC - August 23 - 10:00 am

  Picked up my brand new car just a couple of days ago and ever since then Ive been trying to find an excuse to drive it. Its such a fun car to drive, the Quattro has super exceeded my expectations. It sticks to the road like GLUE, and the shocks/suspension rocks! This car just has to be the best value possible for any car this size. Beemer driver wannabes should consider this car as well.

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  Sporty, Comfortable & Solid! - 2009 Audi A4
  By golfgal - August 16 - 8:33 pm

  I had been researching the 09 A4 since March 08 - I ordered it in July and picked it up 2 weeks ago. The car is everything Id hoped for. It is beautifully redesigned with a sportier & elegant lines. The headlights are making heads turn on the road!! The trunk is spacious; interior is luxurious and roomy. I debated on waiting for the 6-speed manual, but decided to go with the 6-speed tiptronic. The response is quick with a very smooth shifting; excellent acceleration. I have the premium plus package with navigation/back up camera option. There are abundant features included in the premium plus package; I also added the navigation package which included the MMI.

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  Best 4x4 car on the planet... - 2003 Audi A4
  By AlaskanA4 - August 16 - 2:00 am

  If you havent driven one of these in the snow, you just dont know what you are missing.. truely awe inspiring

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  Watch The Ignition Coils - 2002 Audi A4
  By jennycg - August 11 - 2:00 am

  I am on my 3rd Audi and I have never had a problem till now. They are having major problems with the ignition coils. They are failing at a very high rate. The problem is there are 4 of them and Audi is refusing to replace them till they break and strand you

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  This is one great car - 2003 Audi A4
  By jpcourt - August 6 - 10:00 am

  This car is a blast, I just live it.