2004 Audi A4 Review

Name: 2004 Audi A4 Review
Brand: Audi
Price: 743 USD
Rating: 4.7 (330 reviews)

2003 Audi A4 3.0 Fwd 2dr Convertible Shown

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Audi A4 types

Convertible
Sedan
Wagon

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Pros

Classy, well-constructed interiors, sharp handling, precise steering, available CVT transmission and all-wheel drive.

Cons

Price goes up quickly with options, engines short on low-end torque, sport package makes for a choppy ride.

What’s new

The Cabriolet is now available with all-wheel drive, while all A4s now come standard with a tire-pressure monitoring system, revised steering wheels and two-stage airbags. The 1.8T models have been upgraded with 16-inch aluminum wheels and now offer a six-speed manual transmission as an option.

Edmunds says

The A4 is luxurious, sporty, winterproof and a few grand cheaper than BMW's 3 Series. As such, it's one of our favorite entry-luxury cars.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Audi A4 1.8T Fwd 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.58 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio

$238/mo

$183/mo

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Consumer reviews

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4.7

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Beautiful Disaster

missy_lee, 08/10/2012

2004 Audi A4 1.8T quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5A)

I have a previously owned a4, with the ultra sport package. This car has every possible added feature. When my car was working, it was a pleasure to drive. The performance alone, is outstanding. You could drive at 100mph and it felt like you were going 50mph. The AWD was fantastic for snow and rain, I had no problems with traction. I do know that they are EXTREMELY expensive to maintain …

Love and hate, go hand in hand for this car.

Matt B, 07/12/2015

2004 Audi A4 1.8T Avant quattro AWD 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5A)

You really have to be passionate about owning this car. Like, to a point where fixing it as almost your priority. There is something constantly wrong with this car. Sunroof leak... ruins the headliner... also to a point where water will ruin the amp.... suspension issues with the control arm bushings not lasting, J-plug cracking and leaking coolant... and putting plastic just where it …

I love it, but I hate it too.

lagdh, 05/16/2015

2004 Audi A4 1.8T quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5A)

This car is fantastic... When it works. For all the two years I've had it, I don't think it has worked properly for more than two months of that time. There's always some problem which is hard to diagnose, the problem which then ends up being expensive. This is not to say that it isn't a great car, it certainly is. The Quattro AWD is spectacular in the snow and sticks to the road in …

Fun to drive, but a steep investment in repairs.

chash1982, 04/12/2012

2004 Audi A4 1.8T quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5A)

I've had an opportunity to drive all kinds of cars, from BMWs to Volvos, to high end japanese vehicles and NOTHING has handled and performed like my Audi. This car feels like you are going 60 miles an hour at 100. You can barely feel the body roll as you effortlessly carve through corners at high speeds, and no automaker has a better interior. On the downside, prepare to set aside about …

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2004 A4 Highlights

Type:

Convertible

Trim:

1.8T

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$35,250
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	23 MPG
Cost to Drive	$243/month
Seating	4 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	10.2 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the A4 include:

Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver5 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
RolloverNot Rated
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Not Tested
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Poor

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2004 Audi A4 Review

Edmunds' Expert Review

Pros

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What’s new

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Audi A4 1.8T Fwd 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.58 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.}

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Beautiful Disaster

Love and hate, go hand in hand for this car.

I love it, but I hate it too.

Fun to drive, but a steep investment in repairs.

2004 A4 Highlights

Safety

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Edmunds says

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Audi A4 1.8T Fwd 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.58 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.

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Beautiful Disaster

Love and hate, go hand in hand for this car.

I love it, but I hate it too.

Fun to drive, but a steep investment in repairs.

2004 A4 Highlights

Safety

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2004 Audi A4 1.8T Fwd 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.58 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.}