Should you buy one?

Yes. The Audi A4 Avant may not be on sale new for much longer, but it’s still good. It doesn’t have the outright passenger and boot space of the Skoda Superb and Volkswagen Passat estates, but it remains one of the most accomplished family estate cars out there. There’s just no arguing against its space, practicality, comfort and quality.

On the downside, it’s not the most exciting car to drive, but it’s a great long-distance cruiser. That it’s available with increasing rare diesel engines still appeals to high-mileage drivers, and the petrol engines still return acceptable economy if you don’t have so far to go.

What we like

The choice of engines and trim levels available in the A4 Avant is pretty broad, and every model comes very well-equipped with all the tech you really need. The diesels are usefully economical, it’s relaxing to drive and it’s as practical as most families need.

What we don’t like

The A4 Avant will soon be replaced by a brand-new model, so there’s not long left to get a new one. It’s not the most exciting car to drive, and there are much more spacious rivals available for a bit less money. But they don’t have a premium-brand badge.