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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  Keeping my A4 Cab! - 2004 Audi A4
  By Rich - January 16 - 9:44 am

  Ive now had Audis (3 of them) for 14 years. Historically problems, but this gorgeous green A4 3.0L 2004 cab has been great! Oh yeah, a minor electrical things telling me my satellite radio isnt working (although it does just fine!), but thats nothing. The car is so great to drive. Lacking a little on comfort for long trips, but thats no surprise. I have only 67K miles (about 5 years) and have no thoughts of looking for anything else. Cant come up with anything Id enjoy driving more than this. And the wind screen is great, allowing me to put top down (windows and heater up) when sunny and 45 when dressed appropriately. I love this car!!!

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  Exceptional vehicle! - 2010 Audi A4
  By Phil - January 8 - 6:16 am

  Due to inclimate weather in my area this year, it was perfect timing for owning this vehicle. The initial quality of this car is impressive. Clean, well thought out, and overall pleasing on the eyes. Everything you touch within the car feels great. I went with the manual option and since the car is so fun to drive, I don’t believe I’m getting the ratings suggested. I’m sure if I wasn’t to drive so aggressively, my MPG ratings would improve. The new A4 is larger, stronger, better looking, better MPG - than the BMW 3-series or C-class. I haven’t owned it long enough to speak in regards to its reliability. Regardless, I think I made the right choice...

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  Like it better every day - 2010 Audi A4
  By redherring1 - January 4 - 2:40 pm

  Replaced my trusty 04 Acura TL, ended up with a Premium Plus A4. Wanted a sporty AWD sedan, and there arent many--cross shopped the G37X Infiniti and Cadillac CTS, but the Audi is so solid, well-executed and efficient (both size and performance) that even with higher overall performance the others didnt compare. Ive never been in a car that feels more connected to the road in the dry, and in the wet or snow the thing tracks like a billy goat--on snow packed roads Ive had a hard time getting it to break loose, even intentionally. If the long-term reliability is there, this car is an absolute winner.

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  From the outside to the inside, it is an awesome car - 2009 Audi A4
  By Lisa - January 4 - 11:52 am

  Currently at 5,000 miles - quattro loaded, automatic, 4-door. From the outside to the inside, it is an awesome car. I have had zero problems out of the internal or external parts of the car. The major things that ppl suggest to improve for this car are not a problem for me with my car. No buyers remorse here, just happiness even in the winter. One small note: If you have a back injury or something close to it, you may want to buy another model other than the A4. Its a sports model and it can be uncomfortable for you. The seats are low minus a lot of cushion.

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  Great Car - 2002 Audi A4
  By flyboy - January 3 - 3:32 pm

  I get up to 36 mpg on the Interstate at 70, average 27 total including around town, uses no oil between 5000 mile changes, BE SURE to use synthetic and change it as the turbo is hard on oil, change the CVT every 50K, everything works like brand new on this car, no wind leaks, no rattles, no rust, no squeaks. Change the timing belt every 100K, brakes last 50K plus, has original shocks and they are still good.

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  =( - 2002 Audi A4
  By Kam - January 2 - 11:49 am

  Bought that Audi 4 months ago, 3k miles and 3000 dollars I spend for keeping it running. Oil leak, pump(timing belt), catalytic, heater problems, ignition coils...and some more...14 - 15mpg in a city. It looks really great, but im afraid to drive it, anything could break anytime...

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  Love Hate - 2007 Audi A4
  By Audi Conv. - January 2 - 9:01 am

  I have a love hate relationship with this car. It looks great, fun to drive, however it has been in the shop more than I care for a car of this caliber. Like many other comments, this car burns the oil.

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  Audi has created a perfect engine: 2.0T - 2006 Audi A4
  By Scott Nelson Sturman - December 30 - 4:06 pm

  I swore to myself---after I graduated from college---that Id never own another 4-cylinder car. I was driving my second Volvo, an S80 T6 when I ordered my 2005.5 Audi A4 2.0T Quattro Sedan 6-speed. I did it because I worked for the Audi dealership at the time, and had grown tired of getting stuck in the snow with the Volvo (even with snow tires). I can honestly say that I have never loved a car as much as my new Audi. It is so much fun to drive... a 10 minute drive to the store ends up taking 40 minutes, as I have to sample every winding road in my new car. This car is a lease, so Ill have to be careful to not go over my mileage. Speaking of... I am getting almost 35 MPG highway/28 MPG city.

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  Dont buy this car! - 2007 Audi A4
  By Nan - December 29 - 9:14 pm

  Traded in my BMW for the A4 2.0T. Big mistake!!! The A4 is ho hum boring to drive, no power, cant handle a turn, biggest mistake I ever made buying the A4. Audi is dreaming if they think their A4 2.0T compares to a BMW ride. Im miserable with the A4.

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  Really nice car with a few annoyances - 2005 Audi A4
  By sean - December 28 - 12:16 am

  I leased the car, a 2005.5, for 3 years. Very good handling + smooth ride combo. Fairly quiet for a sporty car. AWD is great, especially in foul weather.