Insurance Group: 34
MPG: 47.9
CO2: 154
0-62 Mph: 6.3 secs
BHP: 242 BHP
Range: 643 miles
The four-wheel-drive option also adds to the price and might not be worth it, depending on how much you need it.
PROS: The diesel engine is efficient and delivers great performance. The SE trim is the best value for money and comes with plenty of equipment. The 3.0 litre engine offers loads of power.
CONS: The four-wheel-drive option does increase the price and the 3.0 litre engine might be more power than you need in the practical A4 estate and it doesn’t allow the diesel to be as efficient as it is in the 2.0 litre version.
The petrol engine does not suit the A4 as well as the diesel, as it needs far more revs to get going. The car is not a particularly sporty one, but has good grip and handling, with the four-wheel-drive offering much more stability than the two-wheel-drive versions. The suspension however, can be a little uncomfortable.
The engine is 2967cc and uses diesel fuel with a fuel tank capacity of 61 litres. There is a six-speed manual gearbox, which provides smooth acceleration.
Although the cabin is quiet with little road and suspension noise, there is still quite a bit of wind noise around the wing mirrors.
The 3.0 TDI Quattro SE has a 242bhp engine delivering 368lb-ft of torque at 1400-3250rpm and reaches 0-60mph in 6.1 seconds with a top speed of 155mph.
The interior of the A4 is a little bit of a disappointment, as it feels a little cheaper than an Audi normally does.
The seat and steering wheel adjust comfortably, although the pedals are set off to the right, which can be a bit uncomfortable over long distances. The controls are straightforward and without too much complication, but the dash is a bit cluttered. Rear view visibility is good thanks to a large back window.
The SE trim comes with power steering, climate control, stability control, 17 inch alloy wheels, cruise control, rear parking sensors, MP3 connectivity, Bluetooth and stereo as standard, with optional extras including leather seats for £1315, satellite navigation for £1620 and metallic paint for £615.
For fuel economy, the A4 has a start/stop system and electromechanical power steering as standard, which allows for great efficiency and low CO2 emissions.
The A4 comes with stability control, electronic brake force distribution, with twin front and side airbags as standard, although without the hatchback’s full-length curtain airbag. The immobiliser and alarm add to security.
The boot is sizeable offering 490 litres with the rear seats up and 1430 litres with the seats folded down (although they don’t fold down completely). The Avant sits four adults comfortably and is definitely one of the best for space in its class. The leg and head room in the back in very generous.
The running costs are good with the A4 and CO2 emissions are fairly low. The 3.0 TDI Quattro SE model costs £35,835 and has a combined economy of 47.9mpg and CO2 emission rate of 154g/km.
The diesel engine is much more efficient than the petrol version, but is worth the extra cost only if you make up enough miles to justify the price and the rising diesel prices. It will also save for company car drivers on tax due to the low CO2 emissions.
The SE trim is much better value for money than the S line as it comes with everything you need in the cabin and the S line version does not improve much except to add sport suspension, leather/cloth seats as standard and larger alloys.
The four-wheel-drives bumps up the price, so if you don’t need them , the two-wheel-drive still has good handling.
The Audi A4 is much cheaper than its rivals, such as BMW and Mercedes and the resale value on the A4 Avant is great so it is a worthwhile investment. Audi promise good service and reliability as well.
The 1.8 TFSI 120 SE is a great, inexpensive saloon, particularly if the car is not for long distance driving. The diesel engine is more efficient, but more expensive, so whether the car is given en...
The 1.8 TFSI S line is a good, economical car with a great engine that vastly improves on the 120ps version. However, the S line upgrade from the SE is not necessary unless you really want the spor...
The 2.0 engine is a great performer with an economic engine (although the diesel is a better investment if you clock up a lot of miles). The SE trim is, in terms of value, the best option because i...
This is a great four-wheel-drive saloon with loads of power and impressive performance. However, all this comes at a cost and the S line trim is an unnecessary expense over the SE trim version, whi...
The A4 2.0 TDI SE is a great car, with a powerful engine and impressive performance. On top of that, it is fantastically efficient. The pick of the A4 range.
You might want to read reviews for other Large Family cars that you can then compare to the Audi A4. Here are some popular Audi A4 alternatives:
