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The best car for a smart man
Jim, 03/20/2010
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
18 of 18 people found this review helpful
I've owned my S4 for over 30k miles now, so I think I can properly review it as a used car. It's a blast to drive if you drive it like it wants to be driven. You honestly have to take care to drive it slowly. I commute 3 hours round trip to DC everyday and while I hate my commute, if I just stomp on the gas in 3rd gear at 3k revs, it makes you smile like a teenager watching American Pie during a certain scene. Gun it in first and you almost feel uncomfortable. It throws you back and takes some getting used to. I typically drive conservatively, but if you downshift in this car and hear the growl, it just makes you smile. I give my car to my wife when I'm out of town, and it scares her.
Is there a perfect car?This is may be it
Biagio, 01/29/2009
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
Thanks to most of the reviewers here, I made the decision to purchase a used S4 (along with Audi's pure protection additional warranty). I have to say it is the most amazing car I've ever owned--even over my 67 Mustang fastback. As another reviewer said "it does everything right". A pleasure to drive, doesn't look fast but runs like a refined rocket, handles like a track car and is great in snowy terrain of the north west. Highway MPG is doable, and for those that lament about city MPG, realize it's 340HP w/over 300lb ft torque...in the same engine compartment as the A4 (which I've owned 1.8t) and also liked. This is like a supermodel love affair in comparison. Gracious, powerful, refined
The Ultimate Compromise
DJD, 08/29/2010
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
23 of 25 people found this review helpful
I drove both new and used BMW's and Mercedes before I picked my 5-year-old S4 Cabrio. Haven't regretted my choice for a second. I think of this car as the "ultimate compromise." You can speed top-down through the sweepers of Big Sur in Summer or tackle the hills at Tahoe in the winter. You can hoon it like a teenager, or ferry the kids to grandma's in safety and comfort. And oh, the engine! It's the finest engine I've ever owned - power and torque and an understated rumble. It's hard to say how this car could be improved. A hint: the 2005 tends to be ~$10k cheaper than face-lifted 06-09 models, even though it's almost exactly identical under the skin.
Time to debunk the Audi S4!
kevin raynard, 11/04/2015
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
25 of 28 people found this review helpful
Time to debunk some myths about this car that previous owners seem starstruck over 1/ The engine....well yes its ok but thats it, after all 340hp in a 3700lb body is NOT going to set the world on fire! For comparison the then new C5 vette in 1997 made 345hp and weighed 3400lb. So WHY does the S4 feel so lively? Very simple, its all in the gearing! It is running the equivalent of a 4.11 final drive which as any gearhead knows will give you blinding acceleration and instant thrust through the gears at the expense of fuel economy. Which brings me to.. 2. Fuel economy...TBH I do not find it to be awful, I average 19-20mpg and given the facts on the gearing is about right. Now if we were to swap the gearing to similar to a 1997 vette came with( 2.87, 3.23 or 3.42 if memory serves) you would see a large increase in average mpg, probably 5 to 6 mpg more. But then your highly rewarding impetus would be diminshed, oh well. Please do not get me wrong, I am NOT critical of the car at all, but it is not a miracle motor some claim, just a good old fashioned combination of sound engineering and gearing. Moreover Audi are to be praised for having the corporate balls to build this the way they did although in the mid 2000,s the economic rug if you like had not been pulled out from under the vast majority of Americans. Drive and enjoy, prepare for high maintenance cost and so so fuel economy.
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All Around Winner
Eddie, 08/28/2008
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I traded in my 350z for a beautiful red S4 cabrio with gray interior and black top. It felt a bit heavy at first after driving a sports car for so long but I quickly fell in love with the smooth ride and roomy, well appointed interior. The big car feel and rumbling V8 almost makes it seem like a 60s era muscle car, especially when cruising city streets at low speeds with the top down. It is also quite practical with a full sized trunk (with top up) and decent sized back seats, making it perfect for a long weekend of road tripping in the country. My wife and both of my parents all fit comfortably for short trips. In short, a well rounded combination of style, luxury, and performance.
excellent car
airgim, 03/15/2010
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Fantastic engine performance. Very well built interior finishes. High quality. Excellent grip with 4wd. A pleasure to drive. You feel safe and enjoy high performance. I enjoy driving on s mode gear. A fan choice if you are looking for a used sports performance car, without looking like one.
great car I recommend it!
smc, 01/10/2005
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Powerful, responsive, attractive, interior is nicely appointed. The quality of the parts and appointments is high. Not surprisingly, a gas guzzler. The upgraded stereo and satellite radio system is a nice addition
Updated review of my 2005 S4
jnicho1, 03/29/2014
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
16 of 18 people found this review helpful
I previously wrote a review on my car at about 70k miles and she was still an awesome car (I bought her used in 2007 with 28k miles). I say still because at about 84k miles my timing tensioners started to fail and my timing chain had the infamous rattle at start up. At first, not a big deal, but the check engine light came on and the rattle became worse and worse. I knew the repairs would cost thousands, so I had to get rid of her. It was bitter sweet because I got a new S4, but I miss the V8. The suspension isn't meant for bad roads, so beware of suspension work if you live in a city of anywhere the roads aren't great. That was several thousand $$$ too.
If I could marry this car, I would!
SSG_Wells, 10/06/2009
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
I bought this car when I was home on R&R leave from Afghanistan back in February. I had been researching the A4 for about 7 months and had every intention of buying that once I got to the dealership. As the Carmax dealer was walking me to the A4's I saw my knight in shining armor out of the corner of my eye. The girl opened the driver's side door and I was sold. I didn't even test drive the thing, and it was a manual so I had to teach myself, but trust me it was WELL worth it. I took a look at the A4's once I was done drooling over my soon-to-be new car and there was absolutely no comparison; the A4 looked like a grandma car compared to what I was about to roll home in!
Instant Fun.......Just Add Me!
PsyMD, 10/31/2005
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I bought this vehicle new as an '05 leftover. I can truly say this is the most fun car I've ever driven. I never thought anything on four wheels could be more fun than my '99 Prelude, but this is like a Prelude on steroids! I love the slightly lower- key styling (no fins, spoilers, etc.) and the aural excitement from that V- 8. Handling and performance are both superb. I've seen many mentions of this car's low gas mileage, but I've been averaging about 23-24 mpg. The main downside so far is that the generally beat-up streets of Baltimore City are eating my tires at an insane rate (not really a fault of the vehicle, though). For a car this spirited and fun, however, it's worth it!
My Electric Blue Beach Buggy
Steve Morris, 05/01/2005
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
The Audi S4 Quattro soft-top is a beautifully manufactured machine. I think that the degree of attention to detail; both fom both an ergonomic and design standpoint are about the best in the business. I have owned Mercedes Benz, Porsches, including a Turbo Carrera, a 1987 Maserati Quattroporte, GTO, Morgan +4, BMW Z3, but this Audi SA Cabriolet is the most "together" car I have ever owned. The 335HP V-8 coupled with the smooth 6 speed shifter is a joy. Sure, not Ferrari fast, but driving in Los Angeles is more about responsive on-tap acceleration and Quattro manuverability. The electric covertible top is a piece of enginneering beauty.
8cyl/4 season/ 2+2 convertible to beat
nick, 06/19/2007
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
The most reasonably priced 8cyl/4wd/4 season 2+2 convertible for snow covered Northeast states; there is no other convertible in this class that can claim this. Excellent fit and finish by coach builders from Karmann, Germany. This car is almost like a hand made jewel for this price range.
Objects may not be as they appear!
Alan Ricks, 05/16/2018
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Not your tire-spinner, but an elegant sport car that can accommodate a young family because of back seats. A throaty V8 makes it sound like a Corvette is coming, but when people see an Audi....there shocked.
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the best
CRANDADDY, 01/06/2005
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
The best handling car I have ever driven. The powertrain let's you do anything you want. At 2,000 miles the engine really opens up and becomes even more impressive. The adaptive transmission in the automatic really adapts to how you are driving, hit the gas and you're gone. I found a little hesitation of the line, but if you put it in sport mode and turn off the esp traction control, it more than solves the problem. With the top down the stereo adapts with road noise and is a lot of fun. The three layered top sounds as quite as a coupe with the top up. The two doors make it difficult to fit 4, but I don't have to ride back there so I don't care. The car is worth it!!!!!!!
Gotta love that torque at 3,500 RPM
Jeremy, 04/25/2005
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
My 2005 Audi S4 Cabriolet is my third Audi to date. I used to be a BMW fanatic, but after I test drove my first A4 2.8 Quattro, I just had to trade in my BMW 325iC -- and I never looked back. I have considered the S4 for quite some time. So I said enough with the 'considering' and it was time I got into one. I'm more than glad I did! What a fun car to drive. It has excellent handling, like every Quattro model, enough power, and that V8 engine feels light. It has great smooth lines. It doesn't look intimidating, but yet its looks can be deceiving because of what's under the hood. The bad stuff -- as always, there is not a whole lot of room in the back. But for now, my 5-year old daughter loves it with the top down, and so do I!
Elegant, yet pugnacious
Graham, 04/15/2005
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
A beautiful car that can blow a 645 off the line. Okay, maybe it can't beat an M3 off the line but in my opinion it's better looking, you get AWD, it has an automatic for traffic and pedals when you want to shift manually, a much sweeter exhaust sound...not to menton a much better ride. My 911 has sat in the garage since I bought the S4.The only bummer is the gas mileage.
I Love This Car
Ellen, 06/10/2005
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have had so many compliments on this car. I've been stopped in parking lots with people asking me about it because it looks so good. And it drives equally well. The backseat has room for 2. It's much roomier and more comfortable than any other convertible we've seen. I've never been much of a 'car person', but I LOVE THIS CAR!
Excellent car for the money
jnicho1, 10/22/2012
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I've owned my 2005 S4 since 2007 (bought used off lease at 24k miles) and it has been a great car. It is a lot of fun to drive with lots of torque and great V8 growl. Living in the city, I buy cheap tires (nails, etc.) and they still do great with cornering. I've had it at top speed (155 mph) and it was surprisingly smooth, although the revs were really high. Don't expect good gas mileage, but that's not why you buy thus car. It still looks sexy and I get compliments with a car that is almost hitting it's 8th birthday. I test drove the new S4 (2013) and it just wasn't the same. I have no idea what to get next!
Fantastic!
Punchai, 07/17/2006
2005 Audi S4 New quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Honestly, its too early for me to objectively rate all the characteristics. Its SO much fun to drive - rain or shine. The engine is a beast and roars like a race car . . . people stare and frequently someone will ask what Im driving. I love all the amenities Recaro seats, Bose, NAV, XM, etc., etc. The ride is awesome and handling is second to none. My biggest criticism is that city gas mileage is poor (though comparable or better than a big truck or SUV).
Can we go topless?
Inquisitor, 07/28/2006
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in late 2004 and after a year and half, I figured I could finally do a complete review of it. I cross-shopped and found the S4 cab was best all-around. Up to 80 mph, the wind noise with the open top is astonishingly low - the best of any convertible I've ever been in. The handling is superb for a convertible, but remember it is a front-heavy AWD vehicle, so drive it correctly or helloooo scary understeer - learned this at an Audi Club driving event. When done right, it's awesome through the twisties. Overall, this is a grown-up, amazing sleeper of a cruiser.
Love it!!
DavidAlanCo, 12/20/2007
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I have had my S4 Convertible for about a year and a half and love it! I can't tell you how many people have commented on my "cool car". The car is insane around corners and I have beaten Porche Boxters on regular occasions in "races". The car almost keeps up with my business partners BMW M3. I have an automatic and there is a little "lag time" when you step on the gas, but once it gets moving, it moves like crazy!
Love my car
njsnowdriver, 02/05/2008
2005 Audi S4 New quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I have to say that I really love this car. I now have 35K miles on it and it is as good as the day I bought it. When I purchased it, there wasn't an RS4 yet. Otherwise I would have bought that. But at this price point, I think it is one of the best cars in the world. Due to inclement weather I sold my previous sports cars, a BMW M3 and a Mazda RX8. While the BMW was spectacular, it just didn't work in the snow. At all. The RX8 was a dud all around. It was fun to shift, but that was it. It was slow, could not be driven in snow, and it stalled and needed to be towed constantly. The s4 is quick, handles great in snow, & is a perfect wolf in sheep's clothing. I highly recommend it.
Creamy Smooth... Perfect!
eli, 03/14/2005
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The S4 Cabriolet is the most beautiful convertible on the road, to the elegant eye. It is sooo creamy and smooth, that I just want to rev the engine in neutral. It is so beautiful, it sounds like an automotive sonatra. Physically, it is beautiful from every angle, inside and out. And it is satisfyingly fast and dominant on the freeway, with the ladie's hair flowing out of it. It makes others jealous to see such a perfect convertible. Love it, except for gas mileage!
4-door Porshe
it dude, 09/24/2008
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I've had 13 Bmw's, 3 Merc's and 5 Audi's in my life and this car is by far the easiest to love. All cars have weaknesses, but this one is special. The only weakness is a small gas tank and a bad drinking habit. I wear a suit to work and look the part when I pull into my space - I wear jeans and Tim's on the weekends and this car rocks. It's comfortable, quick and fast. It's heavy, which is a good thing more than bad. I'm 40+ so I don't need to race. I just do and this car keeps up just fine. This is the most complete car I have ever owned. It does everything well. This is the complete package. Good Job Audi!
Nearly Flawless
S4ever, 04/22/2006
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
S4 Cabrio is the most satisfactory car I've ever owned- it has luxury, stlye, performance, speed, and subtle class like no other convertible on the road. The V8 is creamy smooth, and the 6-Speed auto, although not as good as the DSG in my daughter's A3, is wonderful in Sport mode. Interior/exterior are both beautifully made and beautiful to look at- typical Audi. This car is worth your money and your time, and it's more of an extremely fast luxo-cruiser than a sports car- this is a good thing.
By far the best car I have owned
mlaz, 09/20/2004
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
If you're looking for a car that's more soul than show, this is the car for you. It's the best of both world's when it comes to comfort and performance. The seats are fantastic, the interior is tight and the drive is unbelievable. A pure blast to drive!
S4 Cabriolet
Chris, 04/26/2005
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
My 2005 Audi S4 Cabriolet is a total rocket! It was clearly built to appeal to men and it delivers with ease. I found the car more appealing than the BMW M3 Convertible. I particularly love the sound of the 340 horsepower V8 engine and the great 6 speed stick transmition. It has all the bells and whistles a luxury car should have. The electric top goes up or down in a flash. This is the most fun car I've owned.
Very cool
numonyx S4, 06/08/2008
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Even after 3.5 years and 44.5k miles, my recent purchase of a used 2005 S4 is a fantastic drive. The look and performance is awesome. I love the acceleration, braking, handling, and sound of this "tiger in sedan's clothing". It provides just the right amount of sedan for my business use, but allows me to have a blast driving down the coastal highway 1 setting top pace for all the "weekend sport cars".
Best Car - Even if it's Thirsty
S4 Convert, 01/04/2008
2005 Audi S4 New quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
By far the best car I've ever owned, and I've had a bunch. Drives like a four door Porsche C4. I get bored quickly with cars, but every time I get in the S4 it feels like I've been given a gift. If you are a car enthusiast, you simply can't have a bad time in this car. You pay for the V-8 when you fill up (you can use regular, though), but you're more than equally rewarded when you step on the accelerator.
From '97 A8 to '05 S4
AndyCap, 07/03/2008
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I just traded in my '97 A8 and never looked back. The A8 also had the 4.2 V8, but it a slug compared to this better aspirated version. A V8 as it is supposed to be. 340 HP mated to the road with precision and grace. The cabin is ergonomic and smart. Bucket seats are comforable for long distance, and keep you snug through the high speed curves. The controls all make sense and are exactly where they should be. The exterior design is stealth, a this car looks like an A4, but drives like the German sport car it is. Indeed a "Wolf in sheeps clothing" My wife even called it cute until she heard the rumble of the V8. This car sounds like a beast when it growls.
05.5 S4 4dr aka"D BEAST!"
Barry, 06/02/2008
2005 Audi S4 New quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have owned my B7(chassis designation) S4 for 1.5yrs. now and love it. Build quality and fit and finish are second to none. The nav, XM radio and Bose sound systems are exellent. Im so pleased with the handling of this car, that its the first vehicle i've ever owened that i have'nt made any mods to the suspension. I have however added aftermarket intake,exhaust and software upgrades. Which go a long way in remeding one of the S4's few faults weight!.At a curb weight of 3902lbs with the 6spd tiptronic,you won't win many drag races against worthy opponents. My best friend owns a 05 comp pkg BMW M3 SMG, and even he grudgingly admits the S4's handling and overall performance makes it a superior car
2001 S4 vs. 2005 S4
Mark, 09/17/2008
2005 Audi S4 New quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I swapped my 2001 Audi S4 with an owner of a 2005 S4. I purchased the nogaro blue with two tone blue/black recaro interior seats. This is a beautiful car. Audi did an excellent job with the overall look and feel. The previous owner lowered the vehicle and added awe tuning exhaust and 19" rims low profile. The exhaust is sick and the car certainly turns a lot heads as well as comments from envious VW owners. Audi is welcomed to the muscle car category! I will say that I miss the bi-turbo of my 2001. The bi-turbo is quicker off the line due the turbo and light weight of the V6. However, the overall torque is something to be desired in the V8.
S4 V8 Tiptronic
david smail, 06/11/2005
2005 Audi S4 New quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Traded a 2002 S4 with Triptonic; didn't relish giving up the visceral whine of the twin turbos, but the burble of the V8's exhaust is music to my ears. The 2005.5 cost $14,000 more than the 2002; however, it has a lot more content, e.g. Recaro seats to die for, puddle lights, automatic headlights, rain sensing windshield wipers, etc. that makes the price easier to swallow. It is a mature driver's sports sedan, not a frantic M3, or boy racer STI. It is easy to drive fast responsibly. The paddle shifters can be activated while in "D" or "S" which gives you best of both worlds i.e. fully automatic or Tip. Audi Driver (UK) suggests the tip is faster after launch than the stick version...
Don't buy, unless you have money to burn
somedaycame123, 07/11/2013
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
This car is so much fun to drive, I love it! However, now that my car, bought new, has 75k miles on it, I would be happy to get rid of it and never buy Audi again. Since I first bought it there have been problems, but when you add them all up, they are outrageous! The original top failed during a rainstorm ,causing the car to flood. Spent $9k replacing the control panel and rewiring the car. The new top hasn't worked for a year, Audi USA is involved now but still no satisfactory resolution. The starter broke, the car fan wouldn't shut off, draining the battery until I needed a tow to get repaired, so many other!
Awesome
Thomas, 06/18/2005
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
The Audi S4 Cab has beautiful leather interior with a highly functional cabin and a beautifully designed exterior; top quality paint and materials. The S4's 340hp V8 is super responsive and hums like a song. Handling is superb; the ride is solid. Top down with Bose audio system entertainment, the S4 is a dream come true! Highly recommended
BEWARE!! Caught on fire in my driveway!
Chad, 07/12/2009
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I loved my Audi. I really did. I had no complaints to speak of. It was flawless with only 20k miles. Unfortunately, it caught fire on its own in the middle of the night. It was an electrical fire originating under the driver's seat. Had the windows been open, the fire would've been much worse, probably would've damaged my house.
Best Car Ever
RVT, 08/30/2004
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Seriously, I never had a better car than this Audi... It must be said that nothing compares to German Engeneering... The 4.2litre V8 with 5 valves per cylinder produces so much horsepower that you are just thrown in your chair when you touch the pedal... I drove this Audi, and I drove a Porsche too... Both were really fast, but this Audi has more to offer for a lower price so... really, If you're looking for a beautiful family car that drives like a Ferrari, the Audi S4 is your best buy!
A great car with problems !!!
amp_ny, 12/02/2004
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I got this car in May 2004. It's a great, fun car to drive but I have several minor problems but the most important one is, while driving between 900-1100 rpm or when i go down gear, I hear a vibration. it sounds like coming from the muffler but it doesnt. Went back to the dealer twice and finally second time, they said that it's coming from the drive chain. Maybe they will have to take the engine out to fix it.
The last car i want to own
JP, 12/04/2004
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have had a number of cars over the years. I have had the small sports car to the suv ... and nothing can compare to the feeling I get in this. From the handling to the roar of the motor ... it is all pleasure. I acutally like driving in the rain now - thanks in part to Quattro. It is the most fun car I have ever driven.
This Car is Awesome
Chris, 01/10/2005
2005 Audi S4 Avant quattro AWD 4dr Wagon (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought my Audi S4 about a month ago. So far its been a totally awesome car. The car is absolutely perfect so far (knock on wood) and I can't seem to stop driving it. The build quality and attention to detail is amazing. The car is so solid its built like a brick. Maybe its to early to foercast reliability but so far the car is perfect. And I hope it stays that way :)
Simply Gorgeous
Bob, 04/23/2005
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 2dr Cabriolet (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Easily the best car I've ever owned, the S4 Cabriolet is just beautiful. Its exhaust sound is creamy smooth, it has a much nicer a sound than my outgoing A6 2.7T. Its interior is perfect, the only flaw being that the rear seat armrests are a little intruding. Otherwise, it's a very comfortable convertible. It's a much better value than a BMW M3 Convertible, which doesn't even have power seats standard, and a much much better value than the Mercedes-Benz CLK 55, which is $85,000. The S4, almost fully- loaded, is around $60,600. I love it more than any other car.
Little monster
sam, 10/13/2008
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I purchased the car used from an Audi dealership. I suppose I paid a little more buying the car from an Audi dealer, but the added warranty of purchasing a certified car was well worth the additional cost. The car is a monster. I have had all different types of American performance cars and they are not even in the same category as this car. The performance, handling, and braking are nothing short of phenomenal! Now the downside. The gas mileage is poor ( 18mpg if you're lucky ). The interior is a little cramped. Look at that, I can only find two negative things to comment about on this car. Great car! Be careful though, if you test drive one you'll be takeing it home.
After a year
ravenn, 09/24/2005
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I'm coming up on the one year anniversary with my 2005 S4 B6 Sedan QM and don't regret it one bit. I drove a 2004 Audi A4 1.8TQM previously and the few minor complaints I had with it are gone in the S4. The power is awesome, handling is crisp, loves the mountain roads and the freeways equally. It's a little soft for the racetrack, but the recaro seats grip wonderfully. The Bose sound package is nice, except for the auto volume control-had some annoying issues with that. I'm also glad I got in before they change the body style-can't say that I'm a fan of the fishmouth grill. So, a year later, I still love the car. I have a smile on my face everytime I go to drive it. Well built and safe.
lil' woody on rails
Bobert, 11/04/2005
2005 Audi S4 Avant quattro AWD 4dr Wagon (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car rips! After one year, have not found handling limits yet. V8 not torquey in muscle car style but really screams towards redline. Throw your bike or skis in the back and go carve up (and down) a canyon. Bose stereo took quite a while to break in but worth the wait. Where else can you get this level of performance and a stick w this level of practicality?
The best car ever in my opinion
Russ, 04/11/2006
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have owned Jensen Healey, x2 Jaquars, x3 BMW incl a 2003 M3 roadster, x3Mercedes, a Volvo and a couple domestics. This is the best of the bunch for fun, comfort, driving ease @ all speeds and slick in all respects. And a bargain price for all that. I was on the list for a BMW M5 and luckily took this out for a test drive!!
Speed and looks...
2005S4, 12/28/2004
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Awesome car, very fast, great handling.
S4 vs M3 - different animals
Audo A4 no M3, 08/11/2008
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I'm going to write something radical here. The Audi S4 should not be compared to the BMW M3. They are different and serve different purposes. I had an M3 and now an M5. I can speak to this: S4 - better family car. Better in weather. More comfortable. M3 handles better, faster. Both are solid built and of strong engine. Audi is a better value, but doesn't hold its value as well. AWD is a plus in the Audi, but it still doesnt handle as well as the M3. Reliability - BMW. Comfort Audi, Interior/Exterior - Audi, Fuel - BMW, Both are equal in the other categories. Summary, Audi for value and BMW for reliability. BMWs have become over produced and value watered down.
Amazing
ToothDoc, 08/19/2004
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had the S4 for just over a month now, and it has far exceeded my expectations. Great engine sound, power. Build quality and interior fit & finish are top notch.
WOW
carlylsdad, 12/02/2004
2005 Audi S4 quattro AWD 4dr Sedan (4.2L 8cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I traded my 2000 s4 twin turbo for this v-8 model and WOW. It handles great and accelerates great. I thought they couldn't improve on the '00 model, but was I wrong. What an upgrade! Drive this and it sells itself.
Quattro Delight
Myko, 10/11/2004
2005 Audi S4 Avant quattro AWD 4dr Wagon (4.2L 8cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have a 2005 and while we have only had it for six weeks I can't overemphasise the delight and fun it is to drive. The car does not scream out visually but does so in terms of performance and sheer enjoyment of driving and handling on mountain roads. It is a bit of a glutton for gas. A real wolf in sheeps clothing. Lots of fun.
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