Faults:

I purchased this car at the end of December 2025 at a low price, despite it being a 2007 model with an unusually low mileage of 34,978 km.

However, it seemed that the used car dealer had only performed minimal maintenance, so the following issues were present when I bought the car:

Engine oil needed replacement.

Brake pads and brake fluid needed replacement.

All four tires needed replacement.

Rear headliner sagging (a common issue with the fabric material sagging over time).

Plastic cover on the center fascia navigation screen (Korean domestic version) had come loose due to failed adhesive.

Battery voltage was not suitable for the vehicle and discharged prematurely, so it was replaced with an Audi genuine-equivalent battery.

There was also an engine warning light with code P2181 related to cooling performance.

Before replacing the battery, there seemed to be an overcooling issue caused by incorrect voltage, and the warning light would not disappear. After replacing the battery, the engine warning light disappeared.

However, all of the parts that needed replacement were consumable items, so even as a first-time car owner, the maintenance burden was not too significant.

General Comments:

If you have nostalgia or affection for Audi’s older designs, and if you are considering it as a first car like I did, I think this is one of the best choices available in this price range.

Otherwise, it may be difficult to evaluate it objectively, but I can share the following experiences.

When my friends rode in my car, their comments about the ride comfort were that, for a 2007 model, it was not bad, better than expected, though it felt slightly firm.

From my own perspective, I can feel that Audi made an effort to deliver above-average ride comfort for a car of this size.

Of course, I have ridden in many Korean domestic cars (Hyundai, Kia, Genesis), and I have driven Hyundai and Genesis vehicles several times. However, their driving style feels very different from this Audi.

Korean domestic cars tend to minimize road feedback almost completely and focus on a soft, bed-like ride comfort, as if correcting or filtering out the road surface as much as possible.

In contrast, the Audi A4 B7 is naturally less quiet, but the ability to feel the road surface to some extent definitely helps with more precise driving control.

In particular, there are noticeable differences between Korean domestic cars and this Audi (I have not driven many other German or foreign brands, so I cannot compare those) in the way the accelerator, brake, and steering weight are set.

Cars built for the Korean domestic market tend to have slower accelerator response, brakes tuned to feel gradual and less aggressive, and very light steering.

Ironically, these characteristics sometimes made me feel more tired, because instead of the car responding as one with me, it felt like I had to follow the car or predict its movements.

My Audi, of course, lacks many of the convenience features that modern cars offer for comfortable driving, but the steering, accelerator, and brake tuning match my preferences extremely well.

Also, the Audi 2.0 TFSI engine delivers surprisingly strong and quick performance when acceleration is needed to respond to various situations on Korean public roads.

Since the car itself is much smaller compared to many modern vehicles, there are also many situations where it can pass through narrow roads or tight spaces more easily.

On the downside, since I do not live in Germany, parts availability can sometimes be more difficult compared to domestic vehicles.

It also requires premium fuel, which makes running costs more variable and relatively expensive.

Many of my friends also prefer softer and more comfortable cars, so this type of driving feel can be a matter of personal preference.

Additionally, I am not sure if this applies to other countries as well, but there seems to be a general tendency in my country to view older cars less favorably.

In any case, I obtained my driver’s license as soon as I was old enough and purchased this as my first car.

I am very satisfied with it, and it suits my driving style very well.

However, since this car clearly has a style that people either like or dislike, I strongly recommend test-driving one before making a decision so that you can choose without regrets.

Faults:

Valve cover gaskets were replaced due to a small oil leak. Have a minor oil pan leak.

General Comments:

Coming from a vehicle that had given me many years of good service, I traded and purchased the Audi A4 3.2. At first I was very hesitant because of many stories I had heard about the reliability of Audi vehicles. But I am so happy that I went with my heart and not my gut. To date I have done nothing but routine maintenance on my Audi. The biggest issue I have had were a few oil leaks.

My car always puts a smile on my face, it has great power, good fuel economy, and has been extremely reliable. The most important part of owning a German vehicle is maintenance; it's simple, do it! When something breaks, fix it. Don't let repairs pile up. I also have an independent mechanic that does all of my service so it is very reasonable. Use premium gas, synthetic oil and you should be good to go.

Interior wise I love the wood grain and dual climate control, all of which have held up exceptionally well. The back seat is a little tight, but you know that when purchasing it.

Overall I'm extremely satisfied, I drive about 500 miles a week and am always comfortable and get compliments on the looks of my car. I have the xenon headlights that move with the steering, amazing! I can see for miles. The light bulbs flicker a little when it's cold, but it has not been an issue thus far.

If you are thinking about purchasing an A4, I highly recommend the 3.2 over the 2.0, based solely on reliability and off the line performance. Make sure you have detailed records of maintenance before purchasing!