1996 Audi A4 SE review from UK and Ireland
"A solid reliable family car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Three sets of front brake discs have been fitted to this car from new. Replaced at 31,000 and 58,000 miles.
Fuel gauge went through a period of intermittent failure. Seems to have kept working for the last two years.
Climate control illumination display has failed (few years ago!).
Timing belt replaced at 51,000 miles. This required seized V-Belt tensioner replacement at the same time. (expensive!)
General comments?
This car does feel very solid. Powerful door closure shows high material quality here.
Audi parts are very expensive! no surprises here.
Niggling electrical faults are not worth taking to an Audi dealer, once out of warranty period. Costs are too high!.
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Recommended Reviews:
  | Just a fantastic car. Will never drive anything, but Audi again |
| Gorgeous car let down by high mileage unreliability |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 TDI Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Distance when acquired | 20 miles |
| Most recent distance | 70000 miles |
| Previous car | Peugeot 406 |
| Date of Entry | 27th June, 2002 |