2005 Audi A4 Review
Price Estimate:Â $723 - $1,167





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Classy, well-constructed interiors, sharp handling, precise steering, available all-wheel drive, generous maintenance program.
Cons
- Engines short on low-end torque, sport package makes for a choppy ride.
What’s new
A4 sedans and wagons get new bi-xenon headlamps along with a new satellite/navigation/AM and FM radio antenna. Satellite radio (XM or Sirius) is now optional on the A4 Cabriolet. OnStar is no longer an available option. A substantially refreshed A4 debuts as a midyear release, and boasts new engines, an upgraded chassis and revised styling.
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.
For sale near Beaufort, SC
22 listings
- 65,955 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 4cyl automatic
- Jamie James Motor Company LLC (155 mi away)
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
- Alarm
- Trip Computer
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Located in Little River, SC
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
23 Combined MPG (20 City/28 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WAUAC48H35K014318
Stock: 014318
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-25-2025- 137,930 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 4cyl automatic
- Nationwide Motors (447 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
- Alarm
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Located in Fredericksburg, VA
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
22 Combined MPG (19 City/27 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WAUDF68EX5A478587
Stock: 478587
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-17-2025
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Audi A4 Reviews
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4.63 out of 5 starsstepheng, 10/24/2004
2005 Audi A4 1.8T Avant quattro AWD 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
My objective was to balance these
factors with my car purchase: taxi the
kids to/from school, soccer, etc., good
fuel economy, ability to transport bike
inside, carry dogs, reasonable price,
and last but not least, FUN. This car
so far meets all these criteria. Like
most reviews, I too want a bit more hp,
but I plan to upgrade the ECU...should
do the trick.
This … is one of the most intelligently
engineered cars I've seen, and coming
from 3 years of my Volvo s60, that's
saying alot. Electronically, Audi has
put so much thought into providing
features that make the car more useful
in every day driving.
Ride is ridiculous...very tight and
controlled yet comfy. 6 speed manual
is great
Welp..
3 out of 5 starsnightseeker, 06/26/2013
2005 Audi A4 1.8T quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
I purchase an early 05 B6 1.8 about six months ago with about 110k on it. I have put about 4K miles, $4K into it so far. As soon as I replace one thing it throws two new codes, pretty frustrating to say the least.
I Love/Hate this car. Don't buy one of these unless you can afford to fix it, or fix it yourself. At this point it should be good til 200K but I'm not convinced.
-Brake … switch
-ECU- Coolant migrated through wiring into my computer and fried it.
-Fan Module
-Turbo - was bad, upgraded to K04& remapped software.
-MAF sensor
-Ignition Coils
-Oil Level/Temp sensor
-Thermostat
-Engine speed sensor
-Shift lock Solenoid is out now but will still shift out of park if you know the trick.
Looks good, but...
3.75 out of 5 starsky_j, 11/13/2009
2005 Audi A4 1.8T quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 5A)
When I initially purchased the car in Jan 09 I was excited. Now, Nov 09 I'm kicking myself for selling my Toyota. Since I've owned it I've replaced ALL four ignition coils. Two in one day once! The passenger window regulator needs to be replaced and the A/C compressor is failing and leaking. The gas mileage is dismal for a 4-cylinder engine. I mostly commute on the freeway and only … get about 22mpg on premium fuel. The Quattro system is noisy as well.
Awesome Car!!!
4 out of 5 starsDavid J, 02/20/2016
2005 Audi A4 New 3.2 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (3.1L 6cyl 6A)
Over all its a great car before buying one make sure you do your homework on the car. make sure the car was maintained well . I had a 98 Audi a very long time ago and had nothing but bad luck with it and it was the first Audi I ever owned. I never thought I would buy another one. But I found a 2005.5 Audi A4 Quattro 3.2 that caught my eye. It had all the service records with it since it … was bought new and it ended up being a one owner car and all repairs was done at the Original Audi dealership that it came from. I lucked out there. The car handles so great it hugs the road and still looked like new. So I couldn't pass it up . It was the best car purchase ive made in a long time . Only one thing I had to repair these cars are known for glovebox hinge to break. Which was a easy fix .
2005 A4 Highlights
Wagon
1.8T Avant quattro
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $29,150 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 22 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $193/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 27.8 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
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 RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalGood
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintMarginal
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