Audi 1996 A4 Avant

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Expensive, but typical German prices.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Excellent fuel consumption. 55mpg and regularily get 600 miles/tank.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Nice firm car with good feedback and excellent brakes.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Amazing performance from a 1.9 diesel.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    My car suffered dramatic power loss - costly to repair due to several visits to dealer to diagnose.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Top class.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Front excellent, but rear a bit cramped.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Seems fine. Alarm noise a tad feeble.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Power loss due to faulty vacuum valve to turbo.

    Other

    Front suspension seems to be achiles heel - wishbones needed replacing.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes