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Audi A4 saloon (2011-2015): owner reviews

"An excellent interior and great build quality make the A4 a good car, but it's starting to look a little out-of-date and will soon be replaced."

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by Richard Ingram

8 Apr 2015

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Carbuyer Rating

3.9 out of 5

Owners Rating

4.2 out of 5

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66%of people would recommend this car to a friend

Common Problems

Electrics (11 cases)
Suspension (6 cases)
Other (9 cases)
Engine (7 cases)
Brakes (1 case)
Brakes, Electrics, Other (1 case)
Electrics, Engine (2 cases)
Gearbox / clutch, Suspension (1 case)
Gearbox / clutch (1 case)
Engine, Other (2 cases)

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2005 (55 reg) audi S4, without a doubt the best car i've ever owned. in the 2.5 years I owned this car, and the 65,000 miles i put on the clock, I never once had an issue with the car. The reliability is astounding and then there is the performance which is just unbelievable. driving normally, you'd think you were in an extra nice A4, sports mode on you would be mistaken for thinking your in a race car. Grips incredibly to the road and feels awesomely powerful. Downsides? - it chews up tyres, and just drinks fuel. It doesn't sound like a big V8 until your over 3,000rpm. Other than that I couldn't recommend this car high enough - I hope to own another one day.

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Mine is an ex demo car. I loved everything about if from the test drive, we have done over 149,000 mile together and it has never let me down. It's still in great condition. Pros - stylish/comfortable/reliable/good residual value/economical Cons- Audi service is expensive (but good)/tyres are expensive/

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its an Audi wot more can i say

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Excellent never let me down

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Has always started even when left for weeks

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Always started, never let me down up to now

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Very reliable so far!

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one Broken Rear Spring in 5 Years

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No problems except boot opening as I pass to go to drivers door. Magic but true!

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No problems

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The car has been off the road 5 separate times due to faults known to Audi - including injectors, flywheel and oil pump.

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Car has never let me down, only been in garage for services and fault with tyre pressure warning system.

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great for age

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no issues as yet

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very good no problems

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It is generally reliable having 5 breakdowns since owning

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No significant problems since new

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100 per cent

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I have found this car to be very good in the snow and heavy rain, it is a sporty style car even though its a practical family car so I was pleasantly surprised

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No problem for the past 11 months

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My audi is a good car its the first time i have bought one i would usually drive a mecedes but couldnt find what i wanted at the time.

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Quality build & reliable

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Excellent all round family car and exceptional quality build compared to previous manufacturers vehicles owned, which have been varied over my 20+ years driving

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Gutless but well built

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Well made, good styling

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1st class build quality and reliability. So impressed with it that my wife has just gone and bought a brand new car from the same manufacturer. Basically, you get what you pay for!

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Very reliable, safe and comfortable.

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First diesel car following a string of quality performance cars - would rate it equal top best car ever owned for overall experience

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Very competent , reliable , comfortable and good driving car.

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I love it. I used to drive a jaguar xk8 so wasn't looking forward to changing. I changed to get a car with more space in the back for the school run and to get 4 wheel drive. I didn't expect to like the new car as much, but i love this car!

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The car is fantastic to drive and is so comfortable.

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Good reliable car looks good parts expensive when repair req

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Very confortable and easy to drive, although the suspension is set a bit hard for the oap's. On the other hand, the handling is excellent for such a heavy car (1.6 ton) and the engine is one of the best. General overall build quality is very good. Some niggling issues with engine seals,valves, & sensors which have only lasted 50,000 miles and make me wonder what will be next to go (note: the car never actually stopped). Dealer is very expensive but does give good service. Rating: losing out slightly due to annoying faults i would give it 7 or 8 out of 10. (if asked last month, i would have said 9 out of 10)

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Superb build and finish but only 46 mpg overall. This is below manufacturers figure for combined. Suspension quite hard and does not like bumps etc. Fine on motorway but poor on road surfaces that are below parr. Previous similar 1.9tdi (115)2000 (w) did 55 mpg overall in 99k miles.Same 1.9 tdi (115) engine and disappointed in mpg. I kinow it is slightly bigger and heavier and has wide bridgestones but still it should still clear 50 mpg on the way i drive. Cruise makes a useful addition . Built in sat nav not as good as tomtom as it does not take full zip codes. Regards

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I love him x

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A very comfortable, exciting, confident, quiet car. Great acceleration and road-holding. good interior space tho would like the rear seat to fold down to allow larger loads in the boot. Have taken it to the south of france twice, the first time with four adults and full luggage, and it has performed beautifully and no-one felt cramped. Would reccomend this make and model to anyone.

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Stunning looking car with great performance and handling and being an estate its very useful......just very heavy on the fuel which is the only reason we may change

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Very disappointing. The drivers seat is the most uncomfortable i have ever experienced. The heating and ventilation system in the car is very poor, although audi keep telling me it is to specification. If it is, change the specification.

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Verry nice

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After owning 6 bmw's i've found audi to be an excellent choice. The quality of the interior is fantastic!

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This has been the best motors i have ever owned / used and i have complete confidence in it. A recent winter based problem led to audi paying for the replacement of the brake master cyl and servo unit - this on a 10 year old car! To me this is impressive.

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Well built, relaxing to drive, well-equipment and practical.

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High build quality and enjoyable to drive.

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The most practible and excessible performance saloon available on the market

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Good car. 254000 miles, original clutch. Wish i had taken the split/fold rear seat (utility) and sports front seats (more lateral support). Otherwise can't fault it, it has become an extension of me. Did 300000 miles in a 1600 astra mk2, got backache, fitted an aftermarket recaro after 150k, much better. Astra was amazing for carrying bulky loads. Have a caterham, best driving position, steering, acceleration and brakes. Lousy economy and load-carrying, wicked in the wet.

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Good build quality. Everything and more i expected in terms of reliability and build quality.

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The audi a4 avant quattro is a real drivers car. It is one of the best engineered cars i have driven and is very enjoyable.

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Brilliant handling and performance, will a nice look

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Superb. Quicker than expected & adaptive dampers give wide ride options. DSG gearbox smooth & offers seamless shifts. Fine build quality & interior very comfortable with sports seats option. B & O Hifi excellent. Heavy on fuel around town but OK on longer runs. 4WD traction & grip impressive. Very impressed & very pleased. Great engine.

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Good, reliable, safe, ages very slowly, fuel economy not a strong point;. The major problem encountered was with fuel gauge which led to fuel pump problem and even the accredited agent has not been able so far to fix it satisfactorily.

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Apart from the odd new car niggles, very happy would deft keep with german branded cars.

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Mediocre for a "premium" brand

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A nice car

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