1997 Audi A4 review from North America
"The Luxury is not worth the severe maintenance expenses"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The timing belt broke at 92,000 miles. ($4700)
The ignition Switch broke. ($300)
Needs new wheel bearing.
General comments?
This car is fun to drive while it runs.
This car is plagued with expensive repair costs.
Thousands of Audi A4 have there timing belts break before their scheduled maintenance, which until recently Audi refused to cover.
It is a pretty car, but it is not worth the thousands of dollars in repair costs.
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? | No |
| Model Year | 1997 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.8 turbo Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 0/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 70000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 95000 miles |
| Previous car | Jeep Cherokee |
| Date of Entry | 20th July, 2005 |