Audi A4 Avant (2008 - 2015) 2.0 TDI (143bhp) Executive S Line 5d (2009/58) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
Stylish and reputable. With economy in mind.
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Looks great, Both inside and out. Too expensive for what it is. Looks bigger than the older A4 Avant.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes, but only with the 3.0 TDI Auto, Would love the RS4 but with a 3.0 tdi engine. Great car, plastics on dash board could be better quality. 19" Tyres very expensive.
What are you likely to buy next?
Possibly either C350 CDI Merc estate or BMW 335d Touring, The Audi 3.0d is more expensive with the options than either of the others, BMW has more BHP and more economical. Audi Looks better though. Will have to try all three to decide.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£22,000
When did you buy the car?
July 2010
Did you get a good deal and why?
Yes we got a good deal, traded two vehicles for one and got good trade in's on both.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
We liked the style of the car and the amount of extras the previous owner had purchase at new.
What was the dealer like?
Marshall Peterborough were great.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Our's is the manual, Wish it was auto, the 143 seems a little slow when over taking. Although we did have a 330d M sport, I must stop comparing. Easy to drive. If you are 6ft you'll need to put the seat back before you get in. Your knees will get stuck under the steering wheel. The 192 Quattro wheels seem to wide for the car and like to follow the hgv ruts in the road.
What's it like to park?
Very easy with park assist front and rear. Blind spot with the large rear view mirror.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Wiring loom had chaffed on passenger side causing auto head lamp level failure, Still under warranty, local Audi Dealer superb. Also alarm problem again sorted under warranty. Audi Boston Superb.
What's most practical about your car?
Parking Senors front and Rear are a must. light steering, Park brake assist is very useful good idea Audi. powered tailgate useful.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
LED lights awesome. Park brake assist. Multi functional Steering wheel. Power tailgate. Cruise Control a must. Cruise control.