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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  500 miles so far.. - 2004 Audi A4
  By sdradioguy - March 11 - 10:00 am

  .. and I LOVE it. I was going to get the TSX, until I drove the quattro. Im about halfway through the break-in period, so Im still trying to treat it gently. But its so hard to restrain myself. I do not find the car to be at all underpowered (having most of the torque at 1950+ rpm helps). The ride is firm on the highway, but not punishing around town. Its super quiet. And the fit-and-finish inside and out is incredible, even in the trunk. Now Im crossing my fingers my first Audi will be a reliable one.

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  Best of the Bst - 2009 Audi A4
  By Medfather - March 10 - 8:00 pm

  After owning BMWs and Mercedes (2 lemons in a row), this is my 1st Audi. It is awesome! Very comfortable, wonderful variable steering, great electronics. I am impressed by the 4 cylinder turbo quick acceleration, especially when down shift to the "S" mode (passed 5 cars on 2 lane country road-WOW!). We take it on the Interstate every weekend while our BMW 330 sits in the garage. Gas mileage is 24 around town and 27-30 on highway, depending on how I drive. The 2009 A-4 surpasses my expectations.

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  Love It - 2009 Audi A4
  By pj - March 8 - 4:36 pm

  I bought this car as a gift for my wife, a blue quattro convertible. For once I hit an out of the park home run. She loves this car and I do too. Its fun to drive, beautiful on the inside and outside, and gives us no trouble at all.

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  BMW 330Ci to A4 - 2004 Audi A4
  By MickeyK - March 5 - 2:00 am

  Needed a four door - look at BMW 330i which seem to be over price by $6,000 for the same features BMW - Steer was more boosted and sharper turn in, brakes seem to be firmer. Audi more comfortable Better finish and through my usual corners as fast and sure footed Will be doing track time this summmer - so will see what lap times are. Winter driving in the rain (Seattle) a real plus. Gas milage down by 3 mpg - due to Quattro

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  Better than BMW - 2004 Audi A4
  By mrbraun - March 5 - 2:00 am

  I have now driven this car for a year and have found absolutely nothing that I didnt love about it. A frind of mine has the BMW 325i and it is nowhere close to the Audi in form or function.

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  First Time Owner - 2006 Audi A4
  By A4Driver - March 4 - 12:20 pm

  My husband and I had researched used A4s for the last year, and finally found one with the right features. Because we bought it with under 30k miles and the previous owner had taken exceptional care of it, it feels like a brand new car. The handling is WONDERFUL the car has the optional sport suspension, and it makes a difference. There is plenty of power, and the the car purrs getting onto the freeway. Its also very comfortable inside, and everything about it feels posh. Im looking forward to driving this car for the next few years!

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  Audi A4 is an awesome car - 2002 Audi A4
  By - March 4 - 10:00 am

  Great car for the price. I got such a great deal a month or two after its release. The only negative is the fuel economy. But I guess its expected from a turbo engine. The space in the back is pretty cramped according to my passengers but....its a luxury/sports car. its expected.

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  Great Car - 2002 Audi A4
  By glenn - March 4 - 10:00 am

  The car has been spectacular thus far. The fit and finish is excellant and the cars preformance and handling is close to perfection.

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  Great Car - 2002 Audi A4
  By - March 4 - 10:00 am

  The car has been spectacular thus far. The fit and finish is excellant and the cars preformance and handling is close to perfection.

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  A4 Sport Line - 2018 Audi A4
  By Chris - March 1 - 4:24 am

  Ive driven A4s for over 15 years. Ill be fair but I have always loved them :)