2008 Audi S4 Consumer Reviews

Still a compromise

Written by: Sridhar Gururaj on 01/28/2009

Vehicle

2008 Audi S4 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

This car is just a notch above the A4. No doubt it is a blast to drive (think smooth linear acceleration) and luxurious inside, it is still not a sports car by any stretch. It's got a ton of gadgets, but 0-60 still takes forever. It looks great, but falls short of the styling of its BMW competitor. The best thing is the price. I bought mine for $44000 fully loaded. If you are a good negotiator, you should be able to do far better.

Favorite Features

Paddle shifters. power folding mirrors. quality of leather. superior handling.

Suggested Improvements

2 more inches to the backseat. power boot door. easy to find fuel and boot buttons.

2 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Beautiful S4

Written by: K-IVY-D on 11/15/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi S4 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

This car is everything you expect it to be and more. It's comfortable and has all the buttons and switches and toys you could ever want. Everything makes sense, everything works the way it should, and you can tell Audi used very high quality components that most people would never notice. Like very quiet power window motors, totally silent rear window power sunshade. The sound of the engine is intoxicating. It squirts like lighting between corners. Suspension doesn't squat, dive or roll, but is perfectly luxurious like an Audi should be. Mine is electric blue and I get compliments almost daily on it. Think pure domination.

Favorite Features

The engine is the best part of this car. At 2000 RPM in 6th it pulls hard and strong. At full launch in 1st it simply takes off. 1st gear only lasts a second or two at full throttle, be prepared to hit the clutch to avoid the rev limiter. The electronics and comfort features are top notch.

Suggested Improvements

A few more inches of rear seat legroom. Wood instead of carbon fiber trim as standard.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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2008 Audi S4 - Chesterfield,VA

Written by: wojo38 on 03/31/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi S4 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

Love this car! Rips up the road with ease and provides a smooth stable ride. Rear seats are a bit tight but I don't ride back there

Favorite Features

Best feature would have to be 0 to 60 along with a beautifully designed enterior.

Suggested Improvements

Only change I'd recommend would be in mid-body design. A little chubby looking

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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2008 Audi S4

Written by: Don Cooke on 02/14/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi S4 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I love the sound and performance of the big V8. The AWD has been impressive in the snow and on ice. It can still get stuck if the snow is deep enough, and the traction control system is complex. Audi does not provide good information on it. The ride is on the harsh side, and not adjustable. There have been transient squeaks and rattles from the interior body panels. The rear seat is cramped. Aside from all this, the car is very quick, handles well and is a blast to drive. Navigation and audio system both excellent, and I like the iPod integration even though the track names do not show up on the screen

Favorite Features

Engine performance, styling, AWD and comfortable interior.

Suggested Improvements

Adjustable shocks would be a big improvement.

10 out 11 people found this review helpful

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