Thinking of buying a used Audi A4 Avant?
The style of the car
The Audi A4 Avant is a good looking and robust premium estate car. It packs lots of space into a relatively compact size, with a large boot opening that makes it easy to load luggage. Alloy wheels and chrome trim give it a premium look, while S Line models have a sleek lowered ride height and a subtle body kit.
How it drives
The A4 Avant is good to drive, with precise steering and agile handling. The S Line has stiffer suspension for a sportier feel, but all versions are comfortable. Quiet and responsive engines make the Audi great for long journeys. Quattro four-wheel drive models have even more control in slippery conditions and make very good tow cars. Compact exterior dimensions and handy rear parking sensors mean the A4 Avant is easy to park, while the optional S tronic automatic gearbox makes light work of town driving.
The interior
The spacious five-door, five-seat A4 Avant is a great family car choice. There’s loads of head and legroom for people in the back, plus a number of handy storage compartments and cup holders dotted around the interior. The driver gets a wide range of seat and steering wheel adjustments, making it easy to find the perfect driving position. The 495-litre boot is large enough for three large suitcases and a pushchair. Fold down the back seats, using levers in the boot, and you get 1,495 litres of load space.
All A4 Avants are well equipped, with even entry-level SE models having Audi’s easy to use MMI Infotainment with Bluetooth connectivity and climate control. Sport models feature a 10-speaker stereo and ambient LED interior lighting, while the S Line gets sports seats and part leather trim.
Running costs and reliability
The A4 Avant is priced similarly to its premium rivals and offers just as much luxury. All the engines are efficient and the frugal diesels are well suited to high mileage drivers. Tax and insurance costs are competitive with rivals, while the Audi only needs servicing every two years. Audi is famous for its brilliant build quality and reliability so you can expect hassle-free running. With the latest driver safety aids the A4 Avant is a safe choice and was awarded five stars by Euro NCAP.
Audi A4 Avant vs rivals
The A4 Avant is Audi’s most compact estate car model, which is larger than the hatchback Audi A3 Sportback but smaller than the Audi A6 Avant. It’s more comfortable than a BMW 3 Series Touring and more spacious than a Mercedes C-Class estate.
