Audi A4 (B9) — RossDrives

Verdict

A

BHP

248 bhp

0–60

5.6 s

Top speed

130 mph

MPG

27 mpg

Used

$22,000-$45,000

Strengths

Cabin quality at the segment top
Quattro is a real winter asset
Mature platform with sorted reliability

Weaknesses

Steering feel trails BMW
Boot is small for the class
Sedan-only in the US (no Avant)

Notable tech

MLB Evo platform
7-speed DCT (S Tronic)
Quattro standard above base
Virtual Cockpit standard
Allroad variant brought back to US 2017+

Common issues

EA888 Gen 3 timing chain tensioner (resolved in Gen 4)
DSG mechatronic
Infotainment software bugs early B9

Used-market budget

$28,000

Typical price point for a well-maintained example with full service history. Cars priced significantly below this often require remedial work.