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AUDI A4 (2008-CURRENT)

We Say...
Audi had to add a dash of style to its sophistication to lure BMW 3 Series buyers. To some degree, the all-new Audi A4 does that. Though the BMW is still the driver's car, and the Merc C-Class the better all-rounder, the A4 is now a bonfide alternative. Front-drivers only (except 3.2 which is an indent order), so opt for the much more practical 2.0 TDI model.
A genuinely good alternative to the ubiquitous BMWs and Mercs.
Still not the best one out there.

Last Updated: April.22.2009

Ownership 3.2 FSI Quattro 2.0 TDI / Premium 1.8TFSI / Premium
Price P 3,880,000 P 2,990,000
P 3,090,000 (Premium)
P 2,880,000
P 2,980,000 (Premium)
Vehicle Classification Luxury Car
Warranty 2 years / unlimited mileage
Under the Hood
Engine 3.2 DOHC 30V V6 2.0 DOHC 20V I4 1.8 DOHC 20V I4
Maximum Output (bhp @ rpm) 266 @ 6500 143 @ 4200 160 @ 4500-6200
Maximum Torque (Nm @ rpm) 330 @ 3000-5000 320 @ 1750-2500 250 @ 1500-4500
Fuel Type / Recom. Octane Gasoline / 95~ Diesel Gasoline / 95~
Fuel System / Aspiration Direct Injection, Valvelift / NA Common Rail / T Direct Injection, Valvelift / T
Fuel Mileage (km/L) 10.87 (mfg.) 18.18 (mfg.) 13.15 (mfg.)
Transmission 6-speed AT CVT CVT
Dimensions and Weights
Length (mm) 4703 4703 4703
Width (mm) 1826 1826 1826
Height (mm) 1427 1427 1427
Wheelbase (mm) 2808 2808 2808
Curb Weight (kg) 1610 1495 1450
Body Type 4-door sedan 4-door sedan 4-door sedan
Engine / Drive F/AWD F/F F/F
Seating 5 5 5
Suspension and Tires
Front Suspension Independent, 5-Link Independent, 5-Link Independent, 5-Link
Rear Suspension Independent, Trapezoidal-Link Independent, Trapezoidal-Link Independent, Trapezoidal-Link
Front Brakes Vented Disc Vented Disc Vented Disc
Rear Brakes Solid Disc Solid Disc Solid Disc
Tires 225/50 R 17 (f & r) 225/55 R 16 (f & r)
Premium
225/50 R 17 (f & r)
225/55 R 16 (f & r)
Premium
225/50 R 17 (f & r)
Wheels Alloy 17 x 7.5 (f & r) Alloy 16 x 7.5 (f & r)
Premium
Alloy 17 x 7.5 (f & r)
Alloy 16 x 7.5 (f & r)
Premium
Alloy 17 x 7.5 (f & r)
Safety Features
Airbags 8 8 8
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) Yes, EBD, Brake Assist Yes, EBD, Brake Assist Yes, EBD, Brake Assist
Traction / Stability Control Yes, ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR (Automated Slip Reduction); EDL (Electric Differential Control) Yes, ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR (Automated Slip Reduction); EDL (Electric Differential Control) Yes, ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ASR (Automated Slip Reduction); EDL (Electric Differential Control)
Other Safety Features Rear parking sensors; tire-pressure monitoring system Rear parking sensors; tire-pressure monitoring system Rear parking sensors; tire-pressure monitoring system
Exterior Features
Fog Lamps Front, rear Front, rear Front, rear
Other Exterior Features 2.0 TDI Premium
Plus: none
1.8 TFSI
Plus: none
Premium
Plus: automatic HID headlamps; rain-sensing wipers
LED-type front marker lights; side mirror turn signal repeaters; chrome exhaust tips (dual)
Premium
Plus: automatic HID headlamps; rain-sensing wipers
Interior Features
Steering Wheel Adjustment Tilt/telescopic, manual Tilt/telescopic, manual Tilt/telescopic, manual
Steering Wheel Material Leather Leather Leather
Seating Adjustment Electric (f) Manual
Premium
Electric (f)
Manual
Premium
Electric (f)
Seating Surface Leather Leather Leather
Other Interior Features 2.0 TDI
Plus: burr-walnut wood/aluminum accents; moon roof
1.8TFSI
Plus: none
Aluminum accents; 60/40 split-fold rear seat
Premium
Plus: foot well lighting, rear side sun shade
Convenience Features
Power Amenities Steering (electric), door locks, windows and mirrors (heated, with fold) Steering (electric), door locks, windows and mirrors (heated)
Premium
Plus: mirrors (heated, with fold); rear sunshade
Steering (electric), door locks, windows and mirrors (heated)
Premium
Plus: mirrors (heated, with fold); rear sunshade
Climate Control Auto, dual Auto, dual Auto, dual
Audio System Stereo/6-disc/MP3/Aux/USB with 8 speakers Stereo/CD/MP3/Aux with 6 speakers
Premium
Plus: stereo/6-disc/MP3/Aux/USB with 8 speakers
Stereo/CD/MP3/Aux with 6 speakers
Premium
Plus: stereo/6-disc/MP3/Aux/USB with 8 speakers
Other Convenience Features 2.0 TDI Premium
Plus: none
1.8 TFSI
Plus: none
Premium
Plus: Driver Information System
On-board computer (mileage, range, temperature, service indicator); keyless entry with alarm, central locking and immobilizer
Premium
Plus: Driver Information System
Our Take
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