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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  Better than many sports cars - 2006 Audi A4
  By 2nd, and best, Audi - December 20 - 6:37 pm

  For this empty-nester, the A4 Avant is great for cross country trips for two with lots of stuff. 30+ mpg on trips, 27 overall. The 6-spd manual is rare in an Avant, but its great fun when combine with sports suspension. At occasional track days, this fuddy-duddy station wagon can stay with some expensive sports machines. About all this car isnt good at is sneaking up on pedestrians, as direction injection engine has an almost-diesel clatter.

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  Great Car - 2001 Audi A4
  By pascaledc - December 19 - 10:00 am

  I love my Audi A4. I have had it alomst 1.5 years, with just over 30k miles, wiith not ONE issue at all.

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  2002 A4 1.8T Quattro - 2002 Audi A4
  By Jack Evers - December 19 - 10:00 am

  Wonderful Automobile but just a tad underpowered. Friends think I paid a mint for the car and would be surprised at the actual price. Only thing I would change would be to add a few horsepower.

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  The car I always wanted - 2008 Audi A4
  By Cristian - December 15 - 10:36 pm

  Its indeed a dream car. The design is excellent, top execution and materials. Everything is balanced with very good taste. The danger in this price range is sending the message that you bought the car to show-off. On the contrary, A4 shows that you have a fine taste of spending your money (lets admit it, its not a cheap car and everybody sees that). The 2.0T has only 200HP but is really powerfull provided that you now how to drive a 4 cyl Turbo engine, i.e., buy a manual transmission and do not ask the engine for maximum thrust at 1500rpm. Downshift, step on the gas and see what a Turbo engine can do. For me, A4 is the ideal compromise between price, aspect and driving experience.

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  Amazing Vehicle - 2008 Audi A4
  By PSZ - December 15 - 9:01 pm

  There are not enough superlatives to accurately describe this car. Fit and finish are fantastic. It offers superior comfort (Im 65"), handles like a champ, provides surprising power from its strong 2.0 turbo and provides over 30+ highway MPG! This is a very special automobile.

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  Horrible junk - 2007 Audi A4
  By racefanaz - December 14 - 9:41 pm

  I purchased a new A4 Quattro. On the way home the ESP light would intermittently stay on, the dynamic headlight warning light came on and stayed on. The cruise control did not work, the next morning I pulled out of the garage and began driving to work, the same thing happened and got worse, the turn signals would not work as well, very poor car, I have immediate glitches, hassles, embarassment (pulled up at starbucks with co-worker in car and had to open the door to get the order) and this is all on the original tank of gas.

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  Very Happy With the A4 - 2006 Audi A4
  By bungle - December 12 - 1:34 am

  Went to Dealership to test drive a 2005 allroad. I never owned a sedan in my life, and I just assumed I would be attracted to something larger. They had a 2006 3.2 A4 Quattro (Auto w/Triptronic) and an S4 as well. The Allroad was great, a little too broken in though. I drove the 2006 A4 and was immediately comfortable. It was tight, fast, and the interior didnt feel as small as I thought it would be. Got it with 23,000 miles, with just about every option except nav, which I hate anyway. This car suits me perfectly. The perfect balance of power, safety, style, and performance.

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  Audi A4 3.0 outstanding - 2002 Audi A4
  By mvw - December 8 - 2:00 am

  an amazing ride, beautiful design, fun with outstanding luxury features for less than its market. i love it.

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  Never Follow - 2007 Audi A4
  By FOUR RINGS - December 6 - 8:24 pm

  This is my second A4 and I fell in love all over again. Just like I did when I purchased my first Audi in 2002. These cars are made to last and are only a few dollars more than a loaded-up Camry! I chose this time to forgo Quattro as my previous A4 Quattro "ate tires for breakfast." Im very happy with the FrontTrack. The 2.0 turbo is almost as fast as my 2002 3.0 and gets MUCH better fuel milage: 32 hwy and 28/29 city. I would reccommend Audi to anyone seeking a safe, efficient, quality auto that provides the driver with the cachet of a German luxury make without breaking the bank!

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  My audi - 2000 Audi A4
  By dave - December 4 - 8:48 pm

  I got the car with 80000 miles and put an extra 40000 in the past two years and I cant imagine anyone having as many problems with a car than I had. Very expensive to repair the smallest stuff. The acceleration is horrible but I love the handling and brakes. I like how the lights light up a lot and love the heated seats. Everyone complains about the zero room in the back. Cant stand the buttons always jamming in the cold... cheap.