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Audi A4 RS4 (2005-2008) review

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Parkers overall rating: 5 out of 55.0

At a glance

Price new £50,730 - £60,030
Used prices £5,898 - £12,087
Road tax cost £415 - £735
Insurance group 42
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 277 miles
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Pros & cons

PROS

Superb performance, understated looks, safe handling

CONS

Thirsty V8 engine, high running costs

Written by David Ross Published: 6 June 2019

Overview

Available as a saloon, estate and convertible, Audi’s ultimate A4, the RS4, is powered by a huge 4.2-litre V8 engine with a whopping 414bhp. This gives it a 0-60mph time of less than five seconds and allied to a howling soundtrack from the FSI engine and four exhaust pipes, it makes driving one an intoxicating experience. The RS models have long had a cult following and this one is no exception.

It’s not cheap to buy or run, but if you want a less brash and overt alternative to the BMW M3, look no further.