@@fabolousjada5070 41k for the 40 tfsi base model 49,000 with premium plus and the 45 tfsi and the s line and cold weather package (if you live on the east coast this is necessary)
Very accurate video! I had a 2017 A4 allroad. I really enjoyed the car, but unfortunately as it started to age, it had a lot of the same issues you mentioned. I had to replace the water pump, then the coolant line and reservoir, motor mounts started leaking, passenger seat controls stop working and finally it started having turbo issues all before the car had 60,000 miles on it.
@@cameraz99 seems like people arent changing oil at 5k as they should. 10k is too far, and seat controls failing on both of your cars? surprised i never heard of that. I am weary of critics because my old bmw had a bad reputation on google and yet was a GREAT CAR ...
@@iam_myster_e -- Actually, the seat controls on my 2017 Audi A4 never failed, but the front driver's seat motors stopped working on my '96 A4 and '02 A4. On the latter car, I had to replace the motors twice. And I only weigh 155 lbs. And I change my oil and filter every 3,500 miles, since I do a lot of short-distance driving.
Basically, all turbo engines had the same reliability issues in the earlier years but got improved in the recent years (like after 2016/17). Even Honda's turbo engines after their 2018 models had the same issues that crashed Honda's reliability ranking from top to bottom. But they are a lot better now.
I'm 6'1" and the driver seat is pretty roomy for it to be a compact car. It's a little on the slow side in regards to acceleration. I love the virtual cockpit. I dislike the place of the cupholder and the armrest is lacking adequate storage space. The B&O sound system packs a punch. Bluetooth connectivity is really fast. Overall I like the car so far!
I just want to know if mine would come with the string. Saw that feature on the blue Audi 😆 Love your videos! Thanks for bringing great content with no fluff
Still enjoying my 2017 A4 quattro with 85k miles. Replaced the water pump or thermostat, don't remember exactly, due to leaking at 50k miles for 300usd in total (don't know how much it would cost in the US). This is a common issue, AFAIK. The rests were pretty minor and were fixed for free during warranty (one door handle lighting and s-line trim's illumination stopped working). The great all-rounder, moderate maintenance costs. I am not going to change it for another ICE car.
We looked at the A4. It is amazing. The fit and finish are a tremendous accomplishment. While we could initially afford this car we soon realized the maintenance and repair cost would probably bankrupt us. So it was a Japanese made car. I pay $89 for a simple oil change. The Audi is about double for the same service. Insurance cost didn't help either.
You get a oil change every 10k miles so that’s not as expensive as it seems. Also you can get Audi care for the first 5 10k milestones which covers all of that and if your buying a 23 your under warranty for the life of the loan.
@@davraam7595people complain about a $150 oil change just don’t care about cars and that’s fine but they don’t need to act like it’ll bankrupt them while under warranty
Love the Sportback and as I'm shopping I rented A5/S5/RS5 to compare them. The jump to the S5 from the A5 in terms of performance is very noticable and worth the upgrade. Whereas the difference S5/RS5 was much smaller and not worth it in my opinion.
mild-hibrids seem unnecessary but it is beacuse of EU regulations to lower harmful emission rates on cars across the manufacturers board. I guess it doesn't make sense to make a different model just for the US market. (from the video my take is that audi bring only higher equipped models as standard compared to the EU market anyway)
Mild hybrids do offer more options when it comes to power application. They can also make smaller displaced engine like a 2 litre smooth to drive almost like a large engine. The whole environmental thing is nonsense.
For the past few years, I saw the A4 as long in the tooth, but it's funny how a car can suddenly come full circle and look like fresh again in a timeless way. Why does this car look viable to me again, when three years ago, I saw it as boring, and leased a BMW 330i, instead?
Funny. We had a 2017 that 3 rd party recently totaled. Have been shopping like crazy wanting to drive something else and... we are going to end up buying a 2025. its last year in production before the refresh because it is the darn best option still, 8 years later. Crazy.
With all the issues you would almost list reliable as pro ? Im not fixated on Lexus but Audi is nowhere near in terms of initial and specially long term Quality. Very expensive repairs and maintenance. I cant wait to get rid of this A4.
Recently purchased a 2023 A-4 Allroad prestige. What a major disappointment! The Infotainment system is counterintuitive and responds to inputs inconsistently. The auto stop-start system is coarse and unrefined and the seats is uncomfortable. Owned it for 3 months....actually hoping it gets stolen next time we take into the city!
No doubt but i'd still choose the audi interior over either of those for the reasons mentioned. If you want more screen or swanky looks, then that's just a matter of personal preference!
@@Realistick Yes Ok i understand your point but i think that the most customers from these premium cars where pays a lot of money, want the latest tech features and the newest interior designs and thats why Mercedes and BMW sells a lot more C -classes and 3 - series in Europe as Audi with the A4.
@Realistick yeah I agree, the new 3 series looks like one of those curved ultrawide screen computer screens... like I'm driving a car not playing a video game. But I can see why some people like it with the marketing they do on it.
My biggest qualm with this is the refreshed middle console. They took a sleek, satin center console and make it tacky gloss piano black. It ruined the vibe.
It's an Audi.... you don't buy one of those for its reliability. That's like saying, "I need to settle down. I'm going to find me a good woman and wife her up." But then you go looking for one in a Gentleman's Club. Come on, just no. No. Imagine a very hungry Vegan going to a Steak House, and then walking out; genuinely being surprised there was nothing on the menu that they could eat! You want reliable? Honda, Toyota, to a slightly lesser extent; Mazda. Used to be Nissan until Renault came along.
Agreed, you shouldn’t expect toyota running costs but I wouldn’t recommend a car that will total itself in 10 years or leave you stranded which is why I still want to talk about it.
So with taxes this almost a 50k car...and you get a MEASLEY PATHETHIC 201HP!! Parts are $$$ .. maintenance is $$$.. honestly I would rather just Walk.. nice review tho but car manufacturers have lost their minds..a motorcycle with 80hp cost about 10k OTD and it would embarass that CLUNKER
@@davraam7595 261 is still PATHETHIC.A v6 camry from 2007 makes 268..lol . 50k is a nice sum. Thats a $700-900 car payment. I guess a nice interior and apple car play is enough to satisfy the herd..lol. meanwhile motorcycles have exceeded 200hp with ease..
@@davraam7595 how many 07 Audis do u see on the Road?.. put a v6 2022 TRD camry against a new A4 and Audi might still win but it ain't smoking nothing bud.. the new Gr corolla would kill this car on a track... Audi is very overrated..just a pretty CLUNKER that won't even last 100k miles..
@@davraam7595 btw I don't hate AUDI.. just wish they gave us more.. if I'm spending 50k, I would go for a E class mercedes. Something 2 years old,under 20k miles.we shall see by next year..✌️✌️
For my future luxury car, I am debating on a Lexus is 350 F sport, Audi A4, genesis, or Mercedes E or C class. I feel like Mercedes is the best looking, Lexus is and eye catcher and reliable, and I’m just now starting to learn more about Audis and genesis cars.
Just bought one, absolutely love it. So luxurious and 260hp is plenty when you've been driving 160 your whole life.
41k is actually pretty good
@@fabolousjada5070 41k for the 40 tfsi base model 49,000 with premium plus and the 45 tfsi and the s line and cold weather package (if you live on the east coast this is necessary)
Have a used 2022 for 1 year.. no issues yet.. I had a 2017 hit 98,000 miles.. no issues and I DO take care of the car.
This was a well done review. Honest, well presented, pros cons that the average buyer would find helpful, and no fluff. Fitting for an Audi.
Very accurate video! I had a 2017 A4 allroad. I really enjoyed the car, but unfortunately as it started to age, it had a lot of the same issues you mentioned. I had to replace the water pump, then the coolant line and reservoir, motor mounts started leaking, passenger seat controls stop working and finally it started having turbo issues all before the car had 60,000 miles on it.
Wow not a common thing I’ve heard from this recent generation!
@@iam_myster_e -- Yes, they are common. Same things happened to my 2017.
@@cameraz99 seems like people arent changing oil at 5k as they should. 10k is too far, and seat controls failing on both of your cars? surprised i never heard of that. I am weary of critics because my old bmw had a bad reputation on google and yet was a GREAT CAR ...
@@iam_myster_e -- Actually, the seat controls on my 2017 Audi A4 never failed, but the front driver's seat motors stopped working on my '96 A4 and '02 A4. On the latter car, I had to replace the motors twice. And I only weigh 155 lbs. And I change my oil and filter every 3,500 miles, since I do a lot of short-distance driving.
Basically, all turbo engines had the same reliability issues in the earlier years but got improved in the recent years (like after 2016/17). Even Honda's turbo engines after their 2018 models had the same issues that crashed Honda's reliability ranking from top to bottom. But they are a lot better now.
Honda is still having massive issues with that 2.0 T
I'm 6'1" and the driver seat is pretty roomy for it to be a compact car. It's a little on the slow side in regards to acceleration. I love the virtual cockpit. I dislike the place of the cupholder and the armrest is lacking adequate storage space. The B&O sound system packs a punch. Bluetooth connectivity is really fast. Overall I like the car so far!
do you have the 45 or the 40
@@fabulouspoet 40
@@fr3shSwag That explains it. The 45 is so quick.
Great review. You've got a real talent for this !
I just want to know if mine would come with the string. Saw that feature on the blue Audi 😆
Love your videos! Thanks for bringing great content with no fluff
String is an extra😤😤
Still enjoying my 2017 A4 quattro with 85k miles. Replaced the water pump or thermostat, don't remember exactly, due to leaking at 50k miles for 300usd in total (don't know how much it would cost in the US). This is a common issue, AFAIK. The rests were pretty minor and were fixed for free during warranty (one door handle lighting and s-line trim's illumination stopped working). The great all-rounder, moderate maintenance costs. I am not going to change it for another ICE car.
Great video, planning on test driving one tomorrow. Awesome your in Bloomington, I grew up there. Go Hoosiers!
Is it reliable? Yes! Consumer Reports gives it a great score there 👍🏻
They do give me piece of mind there but sometimes issues take a little while to present themselves!
We looked at the A4. It is amazing. The fit and finish are a tremendous accomplishment. While we could initially afford this car we soon realized the maintenance and repair cost would probably bankrupt us. So it was a Japanese made car. I pay $89 for a simple oil change. The Audi is about double for the same service. Insurance cost didn't help either.
Definitely something that would be great to live with but luxury cars seldom make sense financially
You get a oil change every 10k miles so that’s not as expensive as it seems. Also you can get Audi care for the first 5 10k milestones which covers all of that and if your buying a 23 your under warranty for the life of the loan.
@@davraam759515k if you have 2018 or further
@@davraam7595people complain about a $150 oil change just don’t care about cars and that’s fine but they don’t need to act like it’ll bankrupt them while under warranty
There's not enough new in the '23 A4 over the 2017 model to make me want to buy one. I'm waiting for the next generation (B10).
Great job! Beautiful exterior but wow they need to work on that Dash! 😂
I hope a new Gen fomes out with an interior revision
I just in Bloomington, I should have dropped in...lol. My brother has two Audi cars and loves them.
I had an '18 A5 45 PP and was able to change drive modes between comfort, dynamic, and individual. Is that feature not present on the A4?
Yes It is present.
Thanks. Had this car on my list while shopping for a sedan. Ultimately bought a '24 CT5-V AWD. @@robertbaker3296
When can i order the New A4
Have you Driven the Giulia?
Although they are kinda hard to find I would love to see you review any of the N trio the Veloster N elantra N or Kona N they are fantastic
me too, hopefully hyundai will give me a shot soon.
I have a 2022 A4 45. I enjoy it but now I want a S5.
Love the Sportback and as I'm shopping I rented A5/S5/RS5 to compare them. The jump to the S5 from the A5 in terms of performance is very noticable and worth the upgrade. Whereas the difference S5/RS5 was much smaller and not worth it in my opinion.
@@DaGoook What color would you pick?
Very nice and informative video. Thanks 😍😀.Love the A4.
I believe this model is debuted in 2016 actually at least in US. I bought one that year and it has been very reliable.
He was talking about the model. So yes, the 2017 model did technically debut in 2016.
Good job keeping it flowing while being informative
Thank you
Random brownie points for having JID in rotation lol
Does it have self parking?
who care
mild-hibrids seem unnecessary but it is beacuse of EU regulations to lower harmful emission rates on cars across the manufacturers board. I guess it doesn't make sense to make a different model just for the US market. (from the video my take is that audi bring only higher equipped models as standard compared to the EU market anyway)
Mild hybrids do offer more options when it comes to power application. They can also make smaller displaced engine like a 2 litre smooth to drive almost like a large engine. The whole environmental thing is nonsense.
which is better a3 or a4?
What do you think will be better? Yes. You’re correct. Pfff….
For the past few years, I saw the A4 as long in the tooth, but it's funny how a car can suddenly come full circle and look like fresh again in a timeless way. Why does this car look viable to me again, when three years ago, I saw it as boring, and leased a BMW 330i, instead?
Funny. We had a 2017 that 3 rd party recently totaled. Have been shopping like crazy wanting to drive something else and... we are going to end up buying a 2025. its last year in production before the refresh because it is the darn best option still, 8 years later. Crazy.
With all the issues you would almost list reliable as pro ? Im not fixated on Lexus but Audi is nowhere near in terms of initial and specially long term Quality. Very expensive repairs and maintenance. I cant wait to get rid of this A4.
Relative to other premium cars, it’s better than average, Lexus lives in their own world!
It's an Audi A4 better than the all-new Chrysler New Yorker!🚘🚘🚘🚘🚘🚘
Sorry but the correct answer is people should buy a 2018-2020 S4/S5 for 35-40K USD.
I think you’re right
Dumb when A4s of that era cost half that
I’m really confused between this and tesla model 3 rwd unable to decide between the two
If quality and all weather performance is more important then practicality, tech and a lower running cost, I’d go with the Audi, if not, go Tesla!
So, no change from 2022 to 2023.
I talk all changes in the first 2 minutes
Recently purchased a 2023 A-4 Allroad prestige. What a major disappointment! The Infotainment system is counterintuitive and responds to inputs inconsistently.
The auto stop-start system is coarse and unrefined and the seats is uncomfortable.
Owned it for 3 months....actually hoping it gets stolen next time we take into the city!
💀💀💀💀 if it gets stolen will u get money ?
Stop talking crap.
with 19" rotors nothing comes even close!
If you compare the interior with the new C - class and the facelifted 3 - series, you can see that this interior looks old for the same car price.
No doubt but i'd still choose the audi interior over either of those for the reasons mentioned. If you want more screen or swanky looks, then that's just a matter of personal preference!
@@Realistick Yes Ok i understand your point but i think that the most customers from these premium cars where pays a lot of money, want the latest tech features and the newest interior designs and thats why Mercedes and BMW sells a lot more C -classes and 3 - series in Europe as Audi with the A4.
I would still prefer the mechanical AC knob, heated seat buttons, and an actual shift stick over touch screen and touch button gear shift
@Realistick yeah I agree, the new 3 series looks like one of those curved ultrawide screen computer screens... like I'm driving a car not playing a video game. But I can see why some people like it with the marketing they do on it.
@@Realistick Ditto! And if screens is your thing Cadillac is coming very strong and look way nicer than the other 2 Germans.
Keep up the great work brother
Always
My biggest qualm with this is the refreshed middle console. They took a sleek, satin center console and make it tacky gloss piano black. It ruined the vibe.
A good point, although at least they didn’t throw it on the controls🤮
I’m broke AF but I fancy one these sedan 🫤🫤🫤🫤
its reliable and how? still new ...more of the long run after 2 years will make sense.
? 7:46
No idea what you’re trying to say
It's an Audi.... you don't buy one of those for its reliability. That's like saying, "I need to settle down. I'm going to find me a good woman and wife her up." But then you go looking for one in a Gentleman's Club. Come on, just no. No. Imagine a very hungry Vegan going to a Steak House, and then walking out; genuinely being surprised there was nothing on the menu that they could eat! You want reliable? Honda, Toyota, to a slightly lesser extent; Mazda. Used to be Nissan until Renault came along.
So early 2000’s to say tbh 🙄
Agreed, you shouldn’t expect toyota running costs but I wouldn’t recommend a car that will total itself in 10 years or leave you stranded which is why I still want to talk about it.
Ive had an Acura, Toyota, Hyundai and an Audi.....the Audi lasted me the most miles...maybe I got lucky
Absolute nonsense
Nope. It's good for a short-term lease and then it's a money pit
True for the last generation (or two), not this one.
@@Realistick agreed. One of our cars is a 2020 45 Prem Plus and it’s been excellent on reliability thus far
I have a 2018 A5 Prestige, and have had zero unscheduled maintenance issues, in nearly 5 years.
False go comment and praise on Toyotas
I have a 2016 A4... and I haven't had any issues... now the 2009-2012 was an oil guzzler
It is reliable?Nooooooooooooo,it's not.
I, have a 2015 Audi A4 mine is very reliable......
@@ishmaiilrasalaam7768 enjoy your car. you are lucky...
They are shit cars I never had a car under 80k that had coolant and oil issues
So with taxes this almost a 50k car...and you get a MEASLEY PATHETHIC 201HP!! Parts are $$$ .. maintenance is $$$.. honestly I would rather just Walk.. nice review tho but car manufacturers have lost their minds..a motorcycle with 80hp cost about 10k OTD and it would embarass that CLUNKER
261 horsepower and you could say that about any car about a 10k bike lol.
@@davraam7595 261 is still PATHETHIC.A v6 camry from 2007 makes 268..lol . 50k is a nice sum. Thats a $700-900 car payment. I guess a nice interior and apple car play is enough to satisfy the herd..lol. meanwhile motorcycles have exceeded 200hp with ease..
@@motorcycleartist and that Audi would smoke that Camry.
@@davraam7595 how many 07 Audis do u see on the Road?.. put a v6 2022 TRD camry against a new A4 and Audi might still win but it ain't smoking nothing bud.. the new Gr corolla would kill this car on a track... Audi is very overrated..just a pretty CLUNKER that won't even last 100k miles..
@@davraam7595 btw I don't hate AUDI.. just wish they gave us more.. if I'm spending 50k, I would go for a E class mercedes. Something 2 years old,under 20k miles.we shall see by next year..✌️✌️
For my future luxury car, I am debating on a Lexus is 350 F sport, Audi A4, genesis, or Mercedes E or C class. I feel like Mercedes is the best looking, Lexus is and eye catcher and reliable, and I’m just now starting to learn more about Audis and genesis cars.