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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  2006 Audi A4 2.0 Turbo Quattro - great car - 2006 Audi A4
  By john s - September 21 - 10:18 am

  Audi got it right with this car. I have 187,000 miles on it and it runs/drives great. Paint is a little chipped from the constant driving and I hit a deer that made a dent in the drivers side door but other than that the car handles great on winding mountain roads and in the snow/rain. I change the oil every 5000 miles with full synthetic and the engine hums like new. Only complaint is changing the timing belt and water pump every 100,000 miles ($1600). I would highly recommend this car to anyone looking to pick up a used car for a teenager.

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  2nd owner of this wonderful vehicle - 2006 Audi A4
  By Jan Chambers - March 24 - 9:59 am

  I bought this car with 45K miles on it as a 2nd home car for Arizona. I had an A4 convertible in NJ, a 2007, and loved it. I love this car too. Great pickup and go, been a great car (now with 67K miles on it). Car looks almost new as I get it detailed inside and out every year in AZ. The only problem are the cloudy headlights which Id like to get remedied.

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  Original Owner 2006 A4- 118K miles and still going - 2006 Audi A4
  By audix4 - November 7 - 3:26 pm

  Original owner of our Audi A4 2006. Have done all suggested maintenance at the Audi dealership. Usually runs an average of $2000 per year. Other than that, absolutely no trouble whatsoever.

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  Fantastic Car - 2006 Audi A4
  By antonioa4 - February 22 - 12:59 pm

  Ive had my 2006 A4 for about a year now and it runs like a champ. Had 85k on the odometer and since Ive put another 15k this year. The car is great in every way. It looks great, classy, good performance for a sedan, and very comfy. Also the car its self is very reliable BUT I feel that many previous owners will not take good care of the car. These cars are very picky and need premium fuel, synthetic oil changes, etc. Before you buy make sure the previous owner took care of the car because maintenance and repair costs do add up. This year alone Ive spent about $1500 in maintenance including, transmission fluid, tune up, brakes, fuel cleaning, new turbo etc. But all in all great car!

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  Very Satisfied - 2006 Audi A4
  By rms572 - November 2 - 1:53 am

  Ive read all the gripes about reliability and maintenance costs, and wonder if its just the owners of the lemons using this forum to let off some steam. Suppose Id do the same, actually, but Ive been really happy with our Audi. Its design is understated, not flashy, almost utilitarian, but very classy. Its stood the test of time well and looks as good as any of the current models. As for reliability, weve really had no major issues. As NYC drivers, we put the wheels and tires to the test on our pitiful roads, and thus have changed many tires. This is really my only gripe, but that can hardly be blamed on the car.

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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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  Amazing - 2006 Audi A4
  By Vasil - November 14 - 2:00 am

  Amazing car! I have owned Mercedes, BMW and now Audi! And I want to say German cars are the best! And also I want to say to everybody: the Germans car need more care than others! If you not care about your car, you will get a lot of problems! So stop writing bad reviews! Check oil level on every fueling, dont drive you car after starting the engine first time in the morning, wait couple minuets, dont kill engine, and you never get a problems!

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  Super car - 2006 Audi A4
  By GREAT CAR - October 30 - 2:00 am

  I really love this car. If you read these peoples reviews with their broken down audis, you must understand if you dont take care of your car it will break especially used ones. I get 23 mpg very very low maintenance on the car I couldnt be happier.

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  So much fun to drive - 2006 Audi A4
  By Jake - August 13 - 5:19 pm

  Best car i have ever owned. 25+ MPG in the city and 30+ MPG on the Highway. Super fun to drive. Its an all around great compact sports car. Very Minor maintenance issues, but there isnt a car out there that doesnt