Audi A4 Saloon (00-04) - Review

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When Audi set to work on the second generation of the A4, its priorities were to increase interior space and improve driver appeal. The firm succeeded on both counts, creating a real rival to the BMW 3-Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. It has handsome looks, superb build quality, beautifully presented interiors and a wide choice of highly developed, powerful and efficient petrol and diesel engines. It's not quite as rewarding to drive as its big rival the BMW 3-Series but is just as comfortable and well built.
4 out of 5

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4 out of 5

Safety

Thanks to a good four-star Euro NCAP crash rating and an abundance of safety equipment fitted as standard, the A4 is a reassuringly safe vehicle. All models get ESP and ABS while security is taken care of by the anti-theft alarm and VIN-etched windows. Rear side airbags are also options on top of the six fitted as standard.

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  • Adult Occupant Rating

    4 out of 5

  • Pedestrian Test Rating

    1 out of 5
4 out of 5

Reliability

Like the rest of the Audi range, the A4 looks like an excellent bet for reliability. As ever, read the service history before buying and make sure it gets serviced on time when you own it.

Car check problem points

Body

Should be mint but needs to be to retain any value.

Engine/Gearbox

Check the gearbox on automatic models.

Other

Display panel, many are bought as company cars so check the service history.

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