Audi 100 Avant
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Cost next to nothing for looks that don't age.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Dealer parts seem reasonable, aftermarket spares are plentiful.

  • On the road

    Driving

    3 out of 5 3.0

    The car can be a bit uninvolving, but it corners very well.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    170-ish BHP as standard. Wants to go fast. Gearbox can get a bit confused between 3rd and 4th at high speed.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    170k miles of unbreakable transport. Always starts straight away, aircon still works perfectly.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Sexy looking car in the estate version. More practical, too. I have had a front door, fridge freezer and bed in the back at different points.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very good on long runs.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    No alarm as standard, but seems good otherwise.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very polite. Recognised a dealer mistake and rectified at parts only prices, loan car available.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Oil leaks from bottom end - beautifuly engineered, though.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes