In a world crammed with fashionable SUVs and dazzling electric cars, its good to know that Audi continues to produce a solid petrol or diesel powered midsize estate car the Audi A4 Avant. Honed to perfection over several generations, its a goto load lugger favoured by those who need a nononsense, longdistance cruiser packed with the latest tech. Here, were discussing the sixthgeneration A4 Avant. Launched in 2015, its been updated with refreshed styling and the latest tech several times since. But it will be replaced in late 2024 by the allnew Audi A5 Avant the A4 name will continue, but on a new family of electric cars. Weve tested many examples of the existing A4 Avant, covering thousands of miles and every possible use. The A4 Avant had over a dozen rivals when it was launched but the popularity of SUVs means just a few remain. The latest BMW 3 Series Touring and MercedesBenz CClass Estate are extremely strong opposition, and theres deeply talented cars from more mainstream brands including the Skoda Superb and Volkswagen Passat. So Audis old stager needs to be good to attract buyers.Over the years, the A4 Avant has been available with a bewildering array of petrol and diesel engines, ranging in power from 136hp to 286hp. There are no hybrid models. Were also covering the high performance S4 model in this review; there are petrol and diesel versions, both with around 350hp. Our specs pages show 10 wellequipped trim levels have been available across the A4 and S4 Avants. On top of all that, theres also the 450hp RS4 Avant, the rugged A4 Allroad and the A4 saloon range that weve reviewed separately. In short, there should be a version of the A4 Avant to suit pretty much anyone in the market for a biggish estate car.The Audi A4 Avant is pretty generously spacious, certainly enough for the average family of four to feel well accommodated. Even our tallest testers found ample front seat head, leg and shoulder room. The doors open wide, as well, which can be helpful if you have mobility issues. Its a similar picture in the back. Again, our sixfoot testers could sit perfectly comfortably behind someone of similar height, with a bit of extra room to spread out. There are three seatbelts in the back, but the middle seat passenger will feel decidedly squeezed. And the roof line is quite low, which can be an issue if you need to lift children in and out of the car.Raising the .18in Alloy Wheels 5TwinSpoke Star Design, 4Way Electric Lumbar Support for Front Seats, 6Airbag System, Aluminium Roof Rails, Anti Theft Locking Wheel Bolts, AntiTheft Alarm, Audi Connect 3 Month Trial, Audi Drive Select, Audi Smartphone Interface, Audi Sound System, AutoDimming RearView Mirror, Bluetooth Interface, Body Coloured Door Mirrors, ChromePlated Trims for Exhaust System, Cloth Headlining in Black, Cruise Control with Speed Limiter, DAB Digital Radio, Deluxe 3Zone Electronic Climate Control, Door Mirrors Electrically Adjustable and Heated with Builtin LED Indicators, Drivers Information System 5in Monochrome Display, Electric Load Area Cover, Electric Windows Front and Rear, Electromechanical Parking Brake, Electromechanical Power Steering, ESC Electronic Stabilisation Control inc ABS ASR and EDL, First Aid Kit and Warning Triangle, Front and Rear Floor Mats, Gear Lever Knob in Black Perforated Leather, High Gloss Package, Illuminated Door Sill Trims with S Logo, Inlays Matt Brushed Aluminium, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounting and Top Tether, Keyless Go, LED Headlights with LED Rear Lights and Dynamic Rear Indicators, LED Interior Light Pack, Light and Rain Sensors, Luggage Compartment Mat, Manual Height Adjustment for Front Seats, MMI Navigation SD Card Based, Model and Engine Technology Badges at Rear, Multi Collision Brake Assist, NonSmoking Package, Parking System Plus, Pedals and Footrest Stainless Steel, PopUp Bonnet for Pedestrian Protection, Power Operated Tailgate, PreSense City, Radiator Grille Twilight Grey Matt with Inlays in Chrome, Rear Diffuser in Twilight Grey Matt, Rear Grille Black Grained, Remote Central Locking, S Line 3Spoke Leather Multifunction Sport Steering Wheel Grips in Perforated Leather, S Line Badges on Front Wings, S line Front and Rear Bumpers and Side Skirts, S line Roof Edge Spoiler, Seat Belt Monitoring, Side Air Inlet Grille in Titan Black Matt with Chrome Inlays in Unique S Line Design, Space Saver Spare Wheel, SplitFolding Rear Seat Bench in 3 Parts 402040 with Rear Centre Armrest, Sport Suspension, Sun Visors with Vanity Mirror, Tool Kit and Jack, Towbar Preparation, Tyre Pressure Warning Light, Variable Restraint System, Windscreen with Acoustic Glazing
