Audi 1996 A4 Avant

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  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Paying a lot for the name these days with the Octavia, Passat and BMW 3 series pretty much the same car.

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Beware high mileage - i've spent a fortune on mine

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Superb to drive, smooth and quiet on the motorway, corners well for an estate

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Excellent mpg

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Once again - beware high mileage. 200,000 miles I expected more from a diesel Audi.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Everyone i know loves it.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very comfortable to drive and as a passenger

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Alarm and immobiliser - latter is so good sometimes it won't even let it's owner drive it.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Audi seem to ignore you if your car has major problems.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    None

    Other

    Major front suspension problems, exhaust valve going again and again, immobiliser reader coil, back wiper motor and pump. I could go on.

    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