2003 Audi A4 Avant review from North America
"A lot for the bucks"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Strange noise when turning while indicating, dealer says it was the airbag spring. Fixed under warranty.
Fuel indicator stopped working due to corroded sensor. Fixed under warranty.
General comments?
This is an attractive car and quite enjoyable to drive.
The Quattro system is amazing, the car can be driven hard on any surface.
Braking is really weak and has caused many scary moments, dealer says brakes are OK. Have considered upgrading the brakes, but it will void the warranty.
Automatic gearbox is not great, there is a big accelaration delay in 'Drive', while 'sport mode' is too high revving making it uncomfortable to drive.
I don't regret buying this car, the Quattro alone is worth the dosh, but I miss my 328!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Year of manufacture | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 23000 kilometres |
| Previous car | BMW 3 Series |
| Date of Entry | 9th March, 2004 |