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A2

2000 to 2005

Hatchback 2000 to 2005
Audi A2
  • Distinctive design, high quality construction, low CO2 emissions, economical
  • Some lacklustre engines, little too much body roll in corners
A3

2003 on

Hatchback 2003 on
Audi A3 Hatchback
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  • Supreme build quality, wide choice of engines, upmarket styling, refined on the move
  • Not as good to drive as some rivals, modest standard kit levels
Sportback 2004 on
Audi A3 Sportback
  • Stylish looks, refined and comfortable, five-door practicality, excellent build quality
  • Not particularly involving to drive, poor levels of standard equipment given the price tag
Cabriolet 2008 on
Audi A3 Cabriolet
  • Looks good, great to drive, fast folding roof, top quality interior, four useable seats, cheap to run TDI models
  • Boot is hard to access, base-level models don't get an automatic roof
S3 2006 on
Audi A3 S3
  • Supremely effective at covering ground quickly, excellent build quality, understated image
  • A little too clinical, lacks feelgood factor of rivals, harsh high-speed ride

1996 to 2003

Hatchback 1996 to 2003
Audi A3
  • Well built, pleasant to drive, still fashionable
  • Cramped rear seats
A4

2008 on

Saloon 2008 on
Audi A4 Saloon
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  • Roomy interior, superb ride and handling, large boot, top quality cabin, excellent choice of engines, low emissions version available
  • Not a particularly daring design
Avant 2008 on
Audi A4 Avant
  • Impressive levels of interior space, well built, good to drive, neat styling, incredibly refined
  • Not quite as fuel efficient as a BMW 3-Series, expensive options
Allroad 2009 on
Audi A4 Allroad
  • Good to drive, lots of interior space, very well built, quattro four-wheel drive as standard
  • Very closely priced to the Q5 4x4, options are expensive
S4 2008 on
Audi A4 S4
  • Blistering pace, characterful engine, high-class interior, spacious cabin, extra traction from quattro four-wheel drive
  • Not as exhilarating to drive as the BMW 335i

2005 to 2009

Saloon 2005 to 2008
Audi A4 Saloon
  • Good all rounder, wide range of engine, feels classy
  • Still tight in the back, not quite as polished as BMW 3-Series
Avant 2005 to 2008
Audi A4 Avant
  • Understated style, excellent choice of engines, comfortable
  • Rivals offer more boot space
Cabriolet 2005 to 2009
Audi A4 Cabriolet
  • Elegant style, great engines, incredibly refined
  • Cramped rear seats, not as good to drive as rivals
RS4 2006 to 2008
Audi A4 RS4
  • Superb performance, understated looks, safe handling
  • Thirsty V8 engine, high running costs

2000 to 2005

Saloon 2000 to 2004
Audi A4 Saloon
  • Good image, neat styling, comfortable
  • Not particularly cheap
Avant 2001 to 2004
Audi A4 Avant
  • Executive looks, good load-carrying ability.
  • Pricey, not as good to drive as some rivals
Cabriolet 2001 to 2005
Audi A4 Cabriolet
  • Sophisticated image, well built, refined
  • Space is tight in the bacck

1995 to 2001

Saloon 1995 to 2001
Audi A4 Saloon
  • Strong image, good engines, top quality construction
  • Limited rear space, sensitive brakes
Avant 1996 to 2001
Audi A4 Avant
  • Strong image, good engines, top quality construction
  • Limited rear space, sensitive brakes
A5

2007 on

Coupé 2007 on
Audi A5 Coupé
  • Comfortable, very well built, understated looks, good choice of engines
  • Isn't as sparkling to drive as some alternatives, limited legroom in the back
Cabriolet 2009 on
Audi A5 Cabriolet
  • Elegant styling, very refined, decent boot space, strong performance
  • Limited rear passenger space, expensive optional extras
Sportback 2009 on
Audi A5 Sportback
  • Stylish coupe-like looks along with hatchback practicality, good rear passenger room, excellent choice of engines
  • Rather firm ride, some pricey optional extras
S5 2007 on
Audi A5 S5
  • Characterful and strong engines, understated looks, available as a convertible, refined ride
  • Expensive to run, uneconomical, cramped rear seat space
A6

2004 on

Saloon 2004 on
Audi A6 Saloon
  • Handsome yet understated looks, excellent interior finish, class leading interior space
  • Steering lacks feel, not as cosseting as other executive saloons
Avant 2005 on
Audi A6 Avant
  • Wide choice of engines, superbly built interior, extremely comfortable long distance cruiser
  • Not particularly exhilarating to drive, ordinary styling
S6 2006 on
Audi A6 S6
  • Stunningly quick, sounds superb, unassuming looks
  • High running costs
RS6 2008 on
Audi A6 RS6
  • Supercar fast, understated looks, handles superbly, available as an estate
  • Incredibly thirsty, high running costs, lacks the feelgood factor
Allroad 2006 on
Audi A6 Allroad
  • Supreme quality, surprisingly capable off road, chunky but stylish looks
  • Lacks ground clearance of a true off roader, limited engine choice

1997 to 2005

Saloon 1997 to 2004
Audi A6 Saloon
  • Understated sculpted lines, superbly built
  • Not as sporting as key rivals
Avant 1998 to 2004
Audi A6 Avant
  • Quality fit and finish and a superb drive
  • Servicing is expensive
Allroad 2000 to 2005
Audi A6 Allroad
  • Great for towing, superb traction, excellent build quality
  • Not as capable as a true off roader
A8

2010 on

Saloon 2010 on
Audi A8 Saloon
  • Supremely luxurious travel, impeccable refinement, spacious and cosseting cabin, superb engines including remarkably efficient 3.0 TDI
  • Plain looks

2003 to 2010

Saloon 2003 to 2010
Audi A8 Saloon
  • Superbly refined, excellent build quality, not as flashy as rivals
  • Slightly bland image, tame driving experience
S8 2006 to 2010
Audi A8 S8
  • Long-distance luxury, sure-footed performance
  • Very thirsty, for the well-off only

1994 to 2002

Saloon 1994 to 2002
Audi A8
  • Solidly built, limousine like comfort, refined
  • Dull design, no diesel engine
Q5

2008 on

Estate 2008 on
Audi Q5
  • Car-like handling, neatly styled, spacious and sophisticated cabin, usefully large boot
  • Limited off-road ability, expensive optional extras
Q7

2006 on

Estate 2006 on
Audi Q7
  • Huge road presence, spacious interior with plenty of carrying capacity, strong performance
  • Limited off road, sheer size makes it tricky to park
R8

2007 on

Coupe 2007 on
Audi R8 Coupe
  • Dramatic styling, easy to drive, intoxicating soundtrack, solid build
  • Small luggage space, poor rear visibility
TT

2006 on

Coupé 2006 on
Audi TT Coupé
  • Sleek styling, surefooted handling, superb build quality, classy interior, TDI available
  • Excellent 2.0 TFSI makes the V6 seem pricey, tiny rear seats, expensive options
Roadster 2007 on
Audi TT Roadster
  • Fun to drive, stylish looks, fast folding roof, superbly built interior, TDI available
  • Fabric hood isn't as secure as a metal top, thirsty V6 engine
RS 2009 on
Audi TT RS
  • Superb performance, characterful five-cylinder engine, quattro four-wheel drive reassurance, top quality interior
  • Fidgety ride, doesn't feel as special as other RS models

1999 to 2006

Coupé 1999 to 2006
Audi TT Coupé
  • Iconic styling, sophisticated interior, great 1.8T engine
  • Not quite as good to drive as some rivals
Roadster 1999 to 2006
Audi TT Roadster
  • Classic styling, sporty interior, excellent turbocharged engine
  • Pointless rear seats, not as great to drive as it looks
 
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