1997 Audi A4 1.9TDi Quattro Avant review from Norway
"Perfect winter car!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front suspension: The first 9 months I owned the car I visited the dealer 10 times due to squeaks and rattle in the suspension. A 5 year warranty was still in force, but I had to push dealer do all repairs. Well known problem on A4/Passat..
General comments?
I have added a 'tuning box' (chip) to increase power (110 -> 135hp). Long distance trip fuel consumption measured down to 5,7 liter/100 km.
The car has a fairly good build quality and still feels "tight".
If you consider an A4 make sure that you know the status of the front suspension, as these repairs are quite expensive (if outside warranty)!
Recommended Reviews:
  | Dependable if maintained regularly, and a pleasure to drive! |
| Buy if you can do your own repairs; Lease otherwise |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 turbo diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 74000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 105000 kilometres |
| Previous car | BMW 3 Series |
| Date of Entry | 11th July, 2003 |