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Audi Q7 4.2Tdi S Line 2008

I would never buy one again. A catalogue of faults since I bought it: Faulty Sunroof, constant knocking noises, faulty aircon/demister, an aircon fan that only works when it wants to, faulty exhaust pressure sensor, which cost £600 to fix and a constant annoying whistle below 50 mph; there was a loose door and external door panels, which the dealer ’fixed’, but they are still loose. The Sat Nav is also faulty, with lines all over the screen and it flashes at night. The steering wheel rake adjustment failed leaving the steering wheel jammed up as high as it will go. For a £60,000 car it’s absolutely disgusting. Don’t waste your money.

Audi S3 Black Edition 2008

I had the 2008 S3 for 18 months, which I had bought as 2 1/2 year old used car from an Audi dealership. It replaced a 1998 A3 1.8T, which I’d had for 7 years. Pros: Great acceleration in all conditions from a wide rev range (2.5k +), traction is especially good for those eternally damp winter UK roads e.g. when pulling out of junctions quickly or planting the throttle out of corners. Cornering grip is superb and it feels like its gliding around on rails. Exhaust note and turbo spool whine at certain revs. Exhaust can burble and pop during enthusiastic driving. Interior: Look and feel wise the quality is as good as it gets. Build quality: Nothing rattles. Stealth looks. Practical for size. Reasonable fuel economy for performance - I have a long term average of 33mpg. People do occasionally compliment my car. Cons: Engine note can leave you wanting a V6. Some minor turbo lag at times, e.g. planting the throttle if you’ve been coasting for a second or two. Ride can be a bit harsh on badly surfaced roads. Reading lights are not standard (you need the interior light pack!). Summary: Overall I’m very pleased with it. As an overall package its a good choice. If it sounded like an R32 I’d give it 5 stars. I would buy another.

Audi RS3 2011

Having waited nearly two years for my RS3, I can only say it wasn’t worth the wait! In the six months I have had the car I am not inspired at all to sing any praises. Albeit a quick little motor it still has flaws that Audi need to tweek before releasing more from the production line. Its top speed is no faster than my S3 (of which I could find no fault with), but if nothing else the RS3 feels a little more solid around the corners and gives itself a slightly more luxury family car feel. However, the constant extremely loud screeching of it’s substandard brakes makes it an embarrasment to drive and Audi still do not know what they are going to do about it (if anything!) I’m not sure where the smooth gear change comes into play either and I find it easier to remain in ’manual’ even around town.

Audi A3 Cabriolet 1.8t S-line 2009

Great for 18 months, then roof wear leading to two new complete roof replacements. After this more than a year of trying to get it how it was initially (rattles, clonking hood, loose trim, more hood wear, sagging drivers door, etc.). Gave up in end, got retail for it against a newer Golf. This design has flaws!

Audi A6 Avant 3.0tdi quattro 2004

What a car! This car is 8 years old and drives like new every day. I look forward to driving it to work and the auto gearbox works superbly in putting down the power. Economy about 35mpg, and I am not a slow lane man. A dream, pleasurable and solid car. The satnav is a bit tedious and fiddly to operate, but if you update the maps then they are good it just needs a simpler set up mode. The sound system is perfect, I just love it! This is my 3rd Quattro, the previous being A4’s, but this is the best yet!!

Audi A6 allroad S line 3.0 TDI Quatro 2004

I have had my A6 3.0 tdi quatro tip since 2006, and I have to say never, never again! I bought it from Turner’s Cross Motors, in Cork southern Ireland, who are now trading as MSL Little Island, who were the main Audi dealers at the time. I must say their after sales service is well below average. The day I went to pick up the car the electronic park brake came on without warning. Then a few weeks later, again with out warning, I was driving the car around 15 to 20 mph in a built up area and the four wheels just locked up. I was using this car for my work and it has cost me a lot of lost revenue and down-time as it spent more time off the road than on. As for the garage, I wouldn’t buy a screw off them. The main problem was the electronic park braking system, followed by the electric windows. You would have to switch the car off and use the key fob to close up the window. The heating system would crash. After 2 years of this I gave up on the car and parked it up. That was three years ago and it’s still parked up. For a German car it’s nothing but trouble and stress.

Audi A4 Cabriolet 3.0 S Line 2005

A great looking car, hood up or down, but it has exorbitant running costs! In the past 5000 miles since I purchased this car it has had: A new power steering pump, new clutch, gearbox, bulbs and 4 new tyres. It does 20 mpg around town if gentle. The car has done 102k miles so I have excluded the cambelt change cost, but had I taken the initial cost of the car and added it to what I have spent in 6 months since I bought it, I could have bought a lower mileage 3 year old golf GTI. Damn!

Audi A6 Avant 2.7 Diesel Quattro Avant SE 2002

Not just great - brilliant!!!! I bought this car at 6mths old from the Audi main dealer in 2002. It’s been main dealer serviced throughout on variable services (c. every 20k miles) from new. Total repair bill in 8 years and 135k miles of motoring, (excluding normal wear and tear items) - £60!! Yes, one race of a wheel bearing packed up a couple of years ago and thats all!! Everything else works, it has never broken down, it’ss had no leaks and is still on the original battery and alternator etc. The tyres do about 35k miles and economy is 39 mpg (34 with a/c on). I changed the cam belt at 80k, which isn’t cheap at c.£1k (main dealer again!), but other than that, whats not to like? I keep it because it still does everything as well as the day I bought it. Just a truly great car and now its not even depreciating!!

Audi A3 2.0 TDI DSG S-line 2005

I bought an A3 3dr after owning a 2005 1.9 tdi Golf (which had loads of engine gearbox and clutch problems). I must say that the car is comfortable, the acceleration and torque are very satisfying. The two tone leather and cloth interior is of quality. The plastics and cockpit have a nice feel to them and the Bose sound system is excellent. I’ve put just over 50k miles on the car in 18 months and now has 95k on the clock. Drove it from London to Italy and back without a problem and use the car every day. Just had a timing belt change which was fairly expensive. I love the looks and with 18 inch wheels and S-line suspension, the ride is sporty/tight but smooth at the same time. I have to be careful of those horrid pot holes and high curbs. If you are buying an A3, I highly recommend one with the armrest option! Recently have started to have some engine shake between 1,500-2,000RPM in 4th/5th/6th gear which seems to be quite common on the pre-facelift DSG (according to Audi). Quote to repair transmission problem is £500?!

Audi S6 2006

Fantastic car, power 4 wheel drive what more could you want! The ride not as bumpy as they say, the boot is bigger than a A8, but it is very gutsy. Prepare for 16mpg or probably 18 max. My SL55 was even better than that...just!

Audi A6 Avant A6 quatrro 2.0 s-line 2011

I traded in a 325i Coupe M sport for an A6 salon 7 days ago and think it was the biggest mistake I have ever made. It looks good (white with blacked out windows) which is probably what made me go to it, but as soon as I got it on the motorway after picking it up the road noise was very loud. I went for a diesel and in 1st or 2nd gear it sounds like a bag of spanners coming down the road. It has sat nav, bluetooth, hands free etc., which is all ok but it’s not a patch on what I had in the 325. The sales guy assured me that I can connect my iPod via the Bluetooth and control it via the MMI - this turned out to be a lie. If you have the connection to wire it in you can, but if you are solely connecting via Bluetooth then the only thing you can do via the MMI is the volume. Want change albums? Then you need to get your iPod, unlock it, chose the album, wait for the sound to stutter for 20 seconds and then you can listen to the album you wanted - not ideal on a long motorway drive. Everything is just the little bit too uncomfortable; left hand arm rest is too low, the door is too high to rest your elbow one and the steering wheel is too thin to be comfortable. The steering is also WAY too light to feel responsive. The gear stick is not level with the arm rest so if you are using the rest it’s a pain to change gear and the petrol gauge is made up of LED’s, which looks great at first until you realise that the lights don’t reduce as you use the petrol, instead they only go out when you have used 1/8 of a tank of fuel - there are 8 LEDs. So you never see if you have 1/4 tank left or 1/8 of a tank lefty until its almost too late. I do like the screen in the dash board though. Behind the steering wheel as you have a lOt of choice as to what you want to see here; speedo, sat nav instructions, current music play back, telephone etc. All in all I much prefer the inside of a BMW as its that little bit more thought out in terms of comfort, usability and the iDrive is very intuitive, but above all you get NO road noise inside, which is something Audi need to work on big time with this car. I plan to keep it for a month or so just to give it a fair chance and if it doesn’t grow on me I will be trading it back in for a BMW. I will have to cut my losses I think.

Audi A8 3.0 TDI 2008

I have driven the A3/A4/A6/Q5 and now A8.I bought a BMW X5, my very first and probably my last BMW. This A8, with low mileage and in good condition, offers superb driving pleasure. Its performance is to be experienced in snow and icy conditions. Go for it!

Audi Q7 3.0 S Line 2007

I have had my Q7 for just under a year and I love it. It is a beast. It does everything I expect of it and more. I love the engine. Under normal driving it is barely heard, but if you put your foot down it produces a wonderful growl and is accompanied by a forceful shove in the back and a purposeful stride towards the horizon. For such a big car it is also relatively nimble once you have adapted your driving style to suit its bulk. Parking isn’t a major problem with the parking systems, finding a big enough space is though. Multistories can be a headache. The cabin is excellent, the seats are wonderful (I especially like the extending seat cushion, it just makes the difference between good and well, wonderful). Every control is where it should be and the tall centre console envelops the driver and brings everything to hand. The bluetooth handsfree phone system is excellent. The satnav is mostly excellent (I like how it integrates with your phone so that you can phone your destination, if it is a point of interest). It occasionally is a bit late and a bit too eager to redirect you, depending on the info it gets from its traffic updates. The Bose sound system is superb. Crank up the volume and enjoy. With all seats in use there is space for six to sit in comfort and seven at a squeeze. Unlike most other seven seaters though there is also space for some luggage behind the third row of seats. I managed to go self catering for a week with three adults and two under fives in child seats, without resorting to using a roof box. With all seats down it is cavernous. The cabin has no rattle or squeaks. If there is a rattle then it won’t be anything belonging to the car but something you have brought in, like a drinks bottle, or a cd box. I bought the car fully aware of its major flaws so I am not going to criticise it for them. Those flaws being its fuel economy (although current models have a much better economy and CO2 rating) and its appetite for tyres. It does eat tyres. If you are prepared for that then it won’t shock you. The only other gripes I have with the car is the headlights seem a bit dull, but that may be due to them not being xenon and my previous car having xenon lights. Also the glove box appears to be designed for storing gloves and not much else.

Audi A5 1.8T Sport 2008

I owned a 1.8T Sport for 2 years from new as a company car. What looked good in the showroom rapidly turned into a disaster. In the first 12000 miles it had a new gearbox, two new clutches, a new drivers seat base, sagging leather and a new a/c ecu unit. Beware of manual A5s made before Feb 2010 as there is a design fault in the clutch actuation caused by the revised engine position (trying to get more 50/50); something is slightly offset and it causes the clutch action to become ’sticky’ when the car is hot due to expansion and friction. Two colleagues cars were also affected, but to a lesser degree. The dealer was apathetic and it took a complaint to Audi UK to make them take the problem seriously. In two years it spent a total of three months on the ramps. My experience is that the Audi product and customer service are second rate with a misplaced sense of arrogance. BMW in my experience is superior.

Audi A6 Avant 2.7 SE Quattro 2005

Lovely to drive. The V6 diesel purrs smoothly and is pretty quick and pretty frugal; >40mpg on a run (>45 if driving really steady!). The transmission is smooth as silk (Tiptronic) and the handling is very good for such a big motor. The Quattro is brilliant in ice and snow, and on wet muddy fields. I bought it at 5 years old, with 110,000 miles. Now a year later and at 125,000 I still enjoy driving it. The main problem is a recurrent brake judder. I Have had 3-4 sets of front discs and pads fitted, plus various front suspension parts and recently front off-side hub but it is still juddering! Also, the climate control doesn’t work well, I think there’s a heater valve sticking open somewhere. There is some minor cosmetic wear and tear, which is to be expected at this age/mileage. Overall it is very reliable. I will definitely look at another when I’m due to change.

Audi A6 Avant 3.0T s-line le mans quattro 2009

This car seems indestructable, despite the now numerous serious faults it has developed. Now 2 years old with 30k miles it has endured the following: Dealer misfitting the oil filter after a service meant it emptied all the engine oil over the French motorway. Roadside assistance were great and off it went again. Then the bearings on the radiator pump failed, ( a common fault apparently) which emptied all the cooling liquid over the engine. Now, its gearox has all but failed, multitronic version, won’t select reverse or drive when cold. However it got us back from Austria in one run (just!!) Suspect new gearbox is the answer. I’ve had a lot of Audi’s and they all have developed serious faults. I’m lucky in that my local dealer has stepped up and got them fixed but it makes you wonder? On the plus side we had a Q7 before, and you don’t need a 4x4, this car (when running!!) has got through all the snow and ice the Q7 did in the Alps.

Audi A7 Sportback S-Line 3litre Quattro 2011

Just taken delivery of new 2011 model in 5 seater version. Absolutely stunning and powerful car. Fifth seat is a must. Fantastic in Quattro version, good economy. Turns heads wherever it’s seen. A must in Ibis White with 20" alloys. It’s my first Audi and I will struggle to find better.

Audi A6 Saloon 2.7 Tdi S-line 2007

I purchased the car October 2010 and havecovered 13,000 miles without a hitch, the car now has 72k on the clock. The S-line spec is excellent and gives the car a real sporting pedigree for such a large hulk, cornering and grip are excellent. I feel that the 2.7 tdi engine is perhaps ideal for the car as it is unbelievably economical with awsome performance. I get 56 MPG on my London trips! Have just returned from Saint-Tropez and after driving the 2,000 mile round trip I cannot praise the car enough. The boot is enormous and swallowed four suitcases and two overnight bags whilst the interior also swallowed five occupants and the car didn’t even sit down at the rear. Overall economy on the journey was 46 MPG which is astounding. Well done Audi.

Audi A7 Sportback TDI S Line 2011

I’ve only had the car for one week so I can’t give a real owner’s review, but had to comment that the car arrived with the 5th seat belt and central head rest factory fitted. So far the car seems to be just excellent and very difficult to fault. The build quality is damn near perfect, and there’s so much stuff supplied as standard it will keep button pressers happy for ages. I am not sure about the cabin noise reported elsewhere here, maybe I’m a bit hard of hearing:-), but I think it is really quiet. Performance is great, and fuel economy is beyond my expectation averaging 38 mpg. I’m seeing up to 48 mpg on the motorway, all according to the computer which is pretty much identical mpg performance to the 2.0 TDI A6 Avant that it replaced. It is my first "auto" box, if you consider the multi-tronic an auto, but it is as smooth as silk. Although I have noticed a slight lag when moving off from standstill, maybe that’s just how autos work?? Take one for a test drive, I’d be surprised if anyone truly finds problems with it. In the end I suspect it will be down to the badge as to how you feel it compares to Merc/BMW & Co.

Audi A1 1.6 TDI SE 2011

Somehow Audi has managed to pull off the improbable by making a top quality small car. It has all the looks and polish of one of their bigger cars, yet it is pretty cheap to run and to buy. Front seats; there’s plenty of room and on short trips the back is managable too, although you won’t get me out of the driver’s seat!

Audi A3 Sportback 1.6 TDÄ° 7 gear Stronic 2011

Great car. Great fuel economy. Ä°t is the perfect car to drive in the city.

Audi TT Coupe 2.7 V6 DSG 2005

Having owned this car for a while now and driving it through the 100k mark I thought I would give a long term view of ownership. The TT is now 6 years old and apart from a few minor stone chips it is still like a new car. The engine though serviced properly by an independant Audi Garage is still very tight and puts a smile on my face every day. The DSG gearbox is also a treat and I can achieve 34mpg on a run and 29 around town with the aircon on. The TT is happy just sat in the D position but the real perfomance comes in the Sport mode where it revs to the limit before changing gear. You should also try the launch facility on the gearbox which is just amazing. The leather seats are all in excellent condition apart from the black colour is a little worn on the bolster, but I have just used a black audi tt dye and it looks a treat. The TT holds the road so well and is very good on tyres; I tend to get about 25000 miles before changing. The alloy wheels also still look amazing, but I do try my best not to hit the kerb. Even in the snow and ice the TT is a joy to drive and I had no problems in the bad snow here in Yorkshire last year, infact it put many Freelanders to shame!. I wont mention all the BMW drivers who could not even get up the slightest hill. Also the heated leather seats are a real treat in the morning, I guess the time will come for me to change the car shortly, but as yet I am not ready to part with it simply because I cannot find anything better for the money or build quality. I have been lucky enough to have Boxsters and Z4s and none of them even come close to the TT . Everything on my TT still works like the day it came out of the factory and I have no worries if I decide that I fancy a long weekend in France or a weeks holiday in Spain. The car can carry plenty of luggage if two people are travelling especially with the back seats folded. The insurance on the car is also very good I am 45 and have a clean licence and pay a premium of £240 per year and that includes my girlfriend driving. I would tell anybody who listens to buy one of these cars, but please remember do not get it confused with the baby TT which does not look or drive anywhere near the 2.7V6 DSG version. If the model is slightly out of your price range, please believe me that you should save a little longer and get the real deal.

Audi A3 2011

It’s really good.

Audi A3 Sportback 5 door sport 2003

I’ve owned this car for just over four years. It’s nice to drive and looks good, however, lots of reoccurring electrical problems and other issues make it unreliable. I would not buy another Audi.

Audi A4 allroad 2.0 TDI quattro 5dr 2010

I needed something that looked smart, but could handle itself on the country lanes. An ideal car, with everything you want in the ordinary A4 with an even better ride. Highly recommended

Audi A1 1.6 TDI SE 2011

Definitely one of the best new cars around, Audi have excelled themselves. It might be the smallest model Audi do, but it’s got everything you would want from the brand. The handling is superb, I’m very lucky to say this is my company car.

Audi TT Coupe V6 3.2 Quattro 2007

I’ve had it for four years and it is undoubtedly the best car I’ve ever had. Great engine and sound, plenty of go, reasonably economical at 28mpg avg or 32 on a long run, fantastic traction all year round, great handling, goodish ride, beautifully built. Downsides? Watch ignition coils on this engine - I’ve had to replace four of them! Won’t leave you stranded though, just misfires. £30 each to fix so not a big prob. Only other downside is Audi dealers - you know you will be ripped off the moment you walk through the door. Fortunately, servicing only every 19,000 miles (sounds too long to me) but that’s what the car tells me!) but costs £400 to £600 - rip off. Great everyday sports car.

Audi R8 2011

Absolutely love it, perfect driving machine, awesome.

Audi A3 1.6 TDI sportsback 2011

I bought A3 2011 1.6 TDI sportsback. I have the same problem. The average after 2 months of driving I have 5.9 l/100km which is the same figures of my old car VW Touran with 2.0 engine and 140 HP. Very disappointed so far.

Responses to this review

Have a look on eBay for a tuning chip for your diesel. There are lots available for VW/Audi are quite cheap, easy to fit and make a vast difference. My 1.9 Passat returned 65.5 mpg on trips to Durham over 345 miles, and gets 57 mpg on local hilly trips to Eastbourne. It has more power too! Go on, what you waiting for? - Phil Pickering from Sussex

Audi A4 Saloon Tdi Sport Avant 2004

Excellent build quality. It’s like going to the supermarket and buying branded goods rather then value goods. Impressive drive, handling economy and looks. I love it, getting another Audi now.

Audi A4 Saloon 1.9 Tdi Se 2004

This is a fantastic car, loads of torque for enjoyable driving, brings a smile to my face every time I drive it. Going down to Cornwall, it spends most of the time in sixth gear as has plenty of torque to pull even at 40mph, I would only change it for a newer version!

Audi S5 2007

Came out of an M3 and bought this car looking for a 4 wd Quattro. My car was one of the first delivered to the UK and have had 4 great years, save for a major electrical/gear transmission problem, which was covered by Audi UK 4 months after the official warranty expired. The build quality and roar of the V8 are unsurpassed by rivals in our director’s car park. Insurance, tax and fuel consumption, each requires deep pockets. Niggling problems with bluetooth, but the Bose sound system blows your mind. Does not handle like a BMW, but for all weather performance you will not be disappointed, but avoid those pot-holes, easily damaged and expensive to repair!

Audi A6 Avant 2.0 tdi 2010

Here’s my take after a week with a brand new one and in direct comparison with a Subaru Legacy 3.0 spec B tourer. The Audi is overall a really comforting experience in that you feel that you have made a good decision buying/leasing one... until you get past the overwhelming feelgood factor that the interior and build quality provides. Because, while everything is bolted together well, there always seems to be a counter issue to each good facet. For instance, it cruises well and seems relaxed, apart from the fidgeting suspension and apparent road noise, it seems quick apart from the sluggish off the line take up that leaves you guessing when exiting roundabouts. The S line seats are difficult to configure and I base that comment on getting comfortable in my Subaru Legacy seats over many miles, but failing to lose the ’sitting on, not in" feel the S line seats provide. Overall I think the A6, at least this generation, is a big, smart polished PR exercise that impresses ignorant neighbours more than it pleases the owner. Where it might be solid, assured and prominent, it’s also, hefty, cumbersome and lacking finesse. Oh, I mentioned my day to day car, a Subaru 3.0 Spec B Tourer. It’s (just) less well built, not quite the same in terms of interior quality, blah blah, but hang on... four years in it’s still solid, fast (always, no sluggish off the line nonesense) and far, far, far more alive in response in every way. Corners, check, wet roundabouts, well, check, overtaking, yes... so you guessed that. But, over four years, it’s had a problematic battery (replaced by the dealer, no question) and that’s it. I think the Audi might be my aunt: Likeable, there, trustworthy, hard to dislike, but not really adding anything.

Audi A3 2009

I rated this car low because of excessive tyre road noise. Although a comfortable, well made and efficient car, the noise from the tyres and alloys make any long journey unpleasent. It is difficult to have a conversation with any one in the car, especially a back seat passenger. I will not but another Audi unless I am given assurances about the noise and ways to reduce it.

Responses to this review

Maybe test drive your next car first eh? - Ned from Warwickshire

Audi TT Roadster 3.2 QUATTRO 2005

I had a 1.8 TT Quattro a while ago and decided I had missed her. Now have a 3.2 Quattro Roadster in moro blue which is stunning. The car drives brilliantly without fuss and noise from the twin pipes is great without being loutish. Great with the roof down. One of the few cars which I have owned, when you just go for a drive..great..fantastic..and more. Will be a classic one day. Only problem is the fight between the wife and I for the keys.

Audi A5 3.0 TDI Sport 2007

As soon as I saw this car I felt the looks alone merited a test drive. I ordered after the test drive, 3 years later and 65,000 miles of really enjoyable motoring. Engine has wide power band expected of a diesel and acceleration to shame most petrol engines in its class. Experience has show the downsides to be seat and steering wheel are difficult to get right especially if you are tall; feels like steering wheel could extend a few inches further to accomodate the position I need for long legs. Fuel economy is good and I would say the larger 19 inch rims are overspec’d (have a friend with one that has them) stay with the 18’s and the sport suspension and achieve a better ride balance and slightly cheaper tyre replacement costs.

Audi A6 allroad 3.8L V6 2005

This is the best car I have ever owned, I will run it into the ground. It’s very quiet and the V6 has superb acceleration. Some minor electrical problems so far.

Audi A6 Avant Tiptronic 7 speed auto 2010

2.0L diesel is a bit noisy and rattly, although very smooth on distance journeys and very reliable. We dove to the Czech Republic and back over Xmas, a 2000 mile round trip from London; and the Audi munched the miles comfortably. Plenty of space inside for the Mrs and kids to load everything that’s not bolted down, and the kitchen sink. I would say it’s well worth investing in the tiptronic 7 speed box, which comes with a very handy ’sport’ selection on the auto, with paddle shift on the steering wheel, great for leaving others for dust at the lights and comfortably accellerating away from tail-gaters on the motorway. Averaging about 40 mpg combined. I like this car and will probably go for an 3.0L A8 next time.

Audi S3 3 door manual 2007

Audi S3..On reflection it looks good, 0-60 in 5.6 261bhp 4 wheel drive (Sort of) and priced at 27k new. I bought second hand from Audi. The car was on the Audi website and the only one with sat nav and red leather, drove 70 miles to the garage, it was mucky (it was December) I think the manager had been using it or somthing. Ended up buying it along with GAP. Bit cheeky of them. Good car fast oh yeah, however, leaves you feeling a bit underwhelmed. It’s the only car I’ve ever stalled in traffic, I think a 2.0 for a car that heavy is not enough! The engines is a little dead until 2500, and I used to pine for an R32 as imagine it would have low down grunt. The ride is harsh, damping is short, no good for UK/Spanish roads. Steering could have been a bit quicker as well. The best interiour in any car I’ve driven even new M3s not as nice. still not sure, however, I love the idea of a hot hatch. Will see if the RS3 is better, probably.

Audi Q5 3.0 TDI 2009

This is a great car. It performs like a powerful sedan. The engine is great, giving you amazing sound and an all-round great drive. The suspension is a little on the stiff side, but this is what helps give it a sporty feel. You forget you’re in a crossover. The daytime running lights, bi-xenon lights and the led lights at the rear are a must have. And get the largest wheels available, trust me, you’ll understand why. This car looks horrible when people opt for the cheaper, smaller wheels. For sunny days, the full sunroof is an option worth investing in.

Audi S3 Black Edition 2010

This car has been a revelation. I bought (leased) it because I wanted a replacement which has similar out and out acceleration and top speed as the BMW 335i that I had previously but with a much lower price tag and company car tax penalty. The ride is good, smooth and quiet when not pressing on but put your foot down and the car comes alive; the engine note is more intrusive and the car just wants to fly. Cornering is out of this world. You enter a corner faster than you think is decent and then accelerate and the car slingshots out as if on rails. I haven’t found the point where it all lets go and I don’t want to because reversing that fast through a hedge wouldn’t be fun!! The car is solid, no rattles or creaks that beset the BMW. I love it and will almost certainly replace it when the time comes, with its new sister.

Audi A6 Avant tdi 2.0 SE 2007

Bit of an odd car. I have had it about 12 months now as purchased when 2 1/2 years old with 20k on the clock. Nothing major has gone bang in the 10k I have stuck on the car. I had it serviced about 3 months after purchasing and it was at main dealer and not overly expensive. I also put on 2 new fronts, which it has munched at badly over the last 8k I imagine there about half worn so it appears to eat tyres faster than the wife’s c70. I like the interior and kit came fully loaded with electic seats, mmi with premium sound system and ipod etc so the kit level is much better than say a BMW 5. The issue is it’s really boring, nice, but not overly fun to drive, slow to pull away with overly light steering. Can’t fault the car mechnically so far, but it’s just bland and feel forless money may have got a very similar car by just buying a VW Passatt. Prior to this had a BMW 320 touring for six years and will go back to that in a few years when I get rid of this one. More fun to drive and less bland.

Audi R8 2007

Great little car.

Audi A7 Sportback 3l tdi quattro 2011

Great car! Took one for a test drive. Downsides: 4 seats (crazy!) and lack of a rear window wiper, one hour in the car and it was impossible to see out!

Audi A7 Sportback A7 3.0 Tdi Quatro

I found the A7 a fantastic car to drive. It was only letdown by the amount of road noise coming into the cabin which I think is down to the frameless door windows. However the biggest disappointment is the fact that it is missing a central seat belt in the rear, even though it has a bench seat with plenty of space for a middle seat passenger. It almost seems as though Audi have forgotten to fit the central seatbelt and headrest, as there is no obvious or logical reason to leave it out. Once this car gets the full quota of seats it deserves, it will be hard to beat.

Audi A3 1-6tdi s-line 2010

Purchased this car because of the excellent mpg figures and green measures, however after driving for a month noticed the average mpg at 42. Went back to the dealer who said this should improve. Have just left the car back after 1 year to have checked again, average mpg of 44 compared with the official 68mpg. very disappointed, never expected it to be close to 68mpg however being 24mpg below is terrible. Garage said it was down to my driving, although they loaned me a A4 2l tdi, official 48mpg, which I happened to reach on driving for 2 days - their excuse for this was that this car is better suited to my driving. Audi are using these figures to sell this car as a top fuel efficient car, which just doesn’t do close to what it claims. Other than that a fantastic car to drive, looks excellent and handles really well.

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Thanks for posting this report... I have exactly the same problem! I took delivery (26th July 2010) of a brand new Audi A3, 1.6 TDI, S-Line (7-speed S tronic). The advertised MPG for the car are supposed to be: Fuel consumption, mpg (l/100km) Urban: 62.8 (4.5) Extra Urban: 72.4 (3.9) Combined: 67.3 (4.2) I was told by the sales and service team at the dealership that I would get mid 50’s to early 60’s MPG doing real world driving... This information was the prime reason for me buying this car. However I am only getting a range between 35-41 mpg on average, (mostly it’s about 38.5 mpg) which is approximately only 58% of advertised combined fuel consumption. Can you recommend anyone who can produce an official "real world driving" MPG test report for normal driving of my car? (so I can back up my position with some independant verrification). I’ve been back to the dealer and they are just fobbing me off, they have done a couple of in-house tests and say their is nothing wrong with the car. They said their experts drove the car and got 55-61MPG and when their expert sat in the car with me to drive it... I only got 41mpg even though the expert said I drove it the same way he did. I need an impartial real world report. Any help will be appreciated, Regards Scotty :) Scott Clacher from England

Hi there, I have good news for you both, you obviously purchased the wrong cars. I purchased an A3 TDIe 2009 model in January 2011 having driven a Mercedes E320 CDI Estate for 10 years with an MPG in the range of 35/37. My Audi is doing a regular 68/72 MPG, we have covered 1,800 miles since purchase at an average of 64.5 MPG. I am over the moon with only £30 road tax also. I am laughing all the way to the garage, problem is I have forgotten where the garage is - Derek Carroll from Warwickshire

Audi A7 Sportback 3.0 TFSI 2011

You can get a fifth seat belt added for GBP250, and I know other people who have already done it. Just Google "seat belt fitters". I’ve recently bought my A7 and will be using them - I have 3 kids. It’s a shame Audi don’t do this for you. Really silly.

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Re: your mention about a supplier who could fit a 3rd belt to an A7. I Googled ’Seat Belt Fitters’ and there does not seem to be anyone that mentions they will fit to an A7. Do you know of someone specific? And if so whom? Thanks you - Terry G from England

Audi Q7 2010

The worst car ever. Money back after mega faults. Will NEVER buy Audi again as Belfast Audi has seen to that.

Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 tdi sport 2009

I spec’d the car in Ibis white with privacy glass with black and red seats. It looks stunning and is great to drive. No problems with the noise level although the front tyres are down to 3mm with only 11000 miles on the clock. As for the doors sticking in the winter I had the same problem with my volvo V50. I planned ahead and rubbed vasaline around the door seals and hey presto doors opened every morning. Fuel consumption is amazing, averaging 50 - 55 mpg around town, even managed to get it upto 74.7 but that was a week of pensioner driving!!!!! Only had 1 fault. One of the front fog lamps was getting moisture in it. The dealer collected the car from my office did the repair and returned the car fully valeted inside and out. Best dealer service I have ever recieved.

Audi A6 allroad Special Edition 2009

Running this for over a year now and can honestly say that I would quite happily run it into the ground. The build quality is superb and the level of kit on it is amazing, but clearly at a cost. Not a cheap option unless you are well healed and not really for the "I always change my car every three years" brigade, although it would keep its value in my view. So in summary Cheers Audi for giving me the best car I have ever owned, and sorry, you won’t be getting my business for a good few years to come, this car is just soooo good!!

Audi 2010

Only thing stopping me from buying this car is a 5th seatbelt and headrest. It does not have to be that comfortable but simply safe and legal for those school runs. Madness by Audi product marketing!

Audi A4 Cabriolet 2010

It’s far too slow, I had an Evo Tommi Makinen edition, now this. Why did I buy this boring car? Looks nice though it understeers, you can also read a book waiting to get to 60!

Audi A7 Sportback 2010

With such a versatile car, I can’t understand why Audi have restricted it to just four seats. It’s wider than than the A4 and the A6 and they can carry 5 people!. Surely fitting an optional seatbelt and headrest in the rear would complete the great flexability that this car has. I remember that VW/Audi did Only offered the Passat CC with 4 seats and due to the obvious customer complaints about that, they eventually brought out a 5 seat option. You would have thought they’d learnt a lessson. Don’t buy until they bring out a five seat option unless you want your residual value to suffer.

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Why don’t Audi offer a 5 seat option? Seems like they want to ’create a market’ for cars that have loads of space in the middle of the back seat, but no-one is allowed to legally sit in. Please fit a 5th seat belt in this cavernous space Audi and let your customers have a 5 seat option. Funny but VW tried 4 seats in the 1st edition of Passat CC - now it comes with 5 seats - Richard Bevis from Scotland

Audi A3 Sportback 1.6 2009

I have several unnecessary niggles with my A3. Biggest is the doors freezing up whenever there’s a bit of frost - this has NEVER happened with any other car I’ve owned! Three days ago I was reduced to hanging a lead out of a house window, and plugging in a hair dryer to open the driver’s door. And I’m tired of driving along with warning lights telling me a door is not shut, when I’ve tried and failed to open it. The staff in the dealership say they haven’t had any other complaints. I don’t believe them. Also the heating/cooling system is inadequate; in spite of advice to turn the air to recirculating, the car never properly cools in summer. And I want my feet cool. The heater gets there after a while, but again not necessarily to my feet. I’m past complaining about the barely or unreadable mileometer and other dials; just consult my wristwatch instead, for time, and am glad I can at least read the speedometer. And why isn’t there an outside temperature display? This is supposed to be a luxury car. My much-regretted 11 year old Mazda 323 didn’t freeze up, dashboard information could be read under all conditions, and told what the outside temperature was. Also warmed/cooled my feet. It only gets 3 stars because it’s never broken down (and neither did the Mazda), and I don’t bang my head when getting in. The seats are comfortable too, and the driving position’s good. That said, why does a modern car freeze up? It’s colder in Germany. I bought it to keep for ten years....

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I can confirm the doors freezing up. It happened to me twice this winter and this with only few degrees below zero. Also regrettable the quality of some details for a premium car like the Audi A3 is meant to be. (e.g., non-resistant glues abundantly used, squeaky front suspensions) and the showers you get when you open doors/windows in rain/snow conditions) - Pevarello Paolo from Italy

Audi A7 Sportback 2010

The A7 is a 5 door Four seater, not a 5 seater as stated in the review. Heaven knows why it only has 4 seats, as it’s wider than the A6 and desperately needs 5 seats to be credible for a car of this size.

Audi A6 Avant 2010

Top of the range. Bought new on 17th February 2010. Cost £41,000. November 16th 2010, having covered 9,000 miles my water pump packed up. As I write (10th December) there is no chance of a replacement as there are no replacement pumps in the UK! This car was sold to me knowing that the water pump with this model was an issue. My car has been fitted with nearly £2,000 worth of equipment to make it suitable for carrying dogs (my profession) but the car is now stuck somewhere in the depths of a car dealers awaiting spares that are not available!

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A6 Avant 2.0 TDI 57 plate. 3rd Audi and probably my last! Build quality keeps going downhill. Only done 30K in this one and already had clutch, flywheel replaced. Boot still leaks and tailgate fills up with rain water. Engine tick over is erratic, ’tappit’ noises when cold, below 5 deg C, engine revs. Erratic when pulling away. Ventilation motors replaced in dash... and so it goes on!!! Warranty runs out in a month and I can’t wait for the next failure!!! Would never by a BMW... so could be a Merc next! Bob Masters from England

Buy a Subaru then. I have the Legacy Boxer diesel, never a problem, one of the best cars out there. German cars are rubbish these days, sad but true - Darren Saxton from Surrey

Audi TT Coupe TTRS Coupe 2010

I have been driving this car for about 3 weeks now and I must say that it really grows on you the more you drive it. The performance is absolutely fantastic but better still it is so accessible around town there is really nothing that can keep with it! The quattro system gives so much confidence and the noise with the sports button on just makes me want to drive it hard all the time. Great car and great value for money compared with it’s rivals.

Audi A6 Avant 2009

I’ve had three punctures in 6 months and the self inflate doesn’t work and the ’gunk’ is totally useless. I’ve had to be towed off by the AA three times now. You can’t get a spare emergency wheel . It’s a bit pathetic for a car of this standing. Don’t buy this car unless it has a spare wheel.

Audi S3 black edition manual 2010

Just ordered one of these for the wife to replace her TT Mk 2 3.2 (2007) Roadster as she needs more space. New car will be Ibis White with a few extras but you get colour sat nav, bose, bluetooth, Ipod connector,heated FULL leather, and loads of other stuff as standard in any case. Cost is 29750 on the road with a bit of discount (dealer has split his 9% margin with us). We were lent one by Audi for a long weekend and we didn’t want to give it back. It has the same quattro drivetrain as my wife’s TT with the exception of the much lighter 2.0 high output turbo which is 60kg lighter than the V6. The handling is amazing, with the steering and turn-in being much sharper in particular. We also looked at the golf R, which is mechanically identical - BUT by the time you add all the extras to bring it up to the same spec as the S3 the golf came in at £36150. This makes the Audi something of a bargain. Roll on delivey on 8th December!

Audi A6 Saloon 3Ltr V6 Turbo Diesel SE Quattro Tiptronic 2007

Previous car was Mercedes E-Class 3.2CDI It was an excellent car but went rusty (as did my S-Class previously) This AudI seems well made but feels cramped inside compared to the Merc. Suspension is hard over rough surfaces but it is the SE version with stiffer springs and dampers etc. Inside there are few storage places to keep maps, books, sweets, glasses etc. The Sat Nav and MMI system are confusing to say the least, the salesman told me that some people never work out how to programme it and just give up. The instrument display is a dazzling red affair even with the brightness turned down to minimum setting, much too bright for me. I bought this car because a bodyshop manager told me that Mercedes cars are terrible for rust and after about 5 years rust will be present on most panels, but he said they NEVER see a rusty Audi. So although I believe the E-Class is a far superior car to drive and ride in I shall probably stick with Audi for its build quality.

Audi A4 Saloon TDI SE 143 6SP 2008

The new shape (2008) took some getting used to after the georgous pre-08 facelift, but it’s grown on me. The only aspect of the car I can fault is that it sometimes attracts unwanted attention. This car gives you a real sense of importance - a great road presence. The list of gadgets is endless, seems like forever between filling up and it handles like a dream although I can see what critics mean when they slate the ride comfort. I wouldn’t dream of anything other than a German motor. They’re just so well made and durable. Most hold their value incredibly well and I can’t remember seeing too many broken down at the side of a road. Has to be one of the best every day cars around.

Audi A6 Avant S Line Le Mans 2010

Fantastic car, as the engine runs in the fuel economy improves. I have the solar sunroof which works brilliantly in hot weather as it switches on the air blowers when parked and cools the interior. My one big complaint are the 19" low profile alloys, unlike other low profiles I have driven, the tyre offers absolutely no protection even when just brushing along a curb, therefore my alloys look an absolute mess, shame for a car that has only driven a few thousand miles and is only six months old. I was advised by an alloy specialist repairer that they have had several complaints of these alloys being damaged easily, but Audi deny this and say it is due to driver error! Shame, but all in all, a superb car.

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Can I ask how many miles you get out of the front tyres? I have the same model and at 6,100 miles I am looking at new ones. Not impressed - David Gibbs from Northumberland

Audi TT Roadster QUATTRO 225 2001

Have owned for 3 years with only problem being in the electronics for the 4wd, sorted with the insurance cover, @ £1000, worth having on a complex car like this. Car is simply brilliant to drive , sticking to the road like a leech. Have the roof down all the time if it is not raining, no rattles or squeeks. No notable tyre wear in the 6000 miles since purchasing. The build quality is first class and I would highly recommend to anyone. Fuel consumption is only gripe at around 27 mpg but what can you expect with 225 bhp on tap, which picks up really quickly with no noticable turbo lag. GREAT CAR, and my wife loves it.

Audi Q7 S Line 2009

I have one of the new lighter versions,it drives and feels perfect, I get 32 to the gallon and even at motoway speeds still averages 30mpg. Even with my careful driving style it needs new tyres every 10k miles. Even so I would not part with it because of the pleasure of the drive.

Audi A3 Sportback 2009

I have had the Audi A3 since July and it has been in the garage for 10 days with damp in the car boot and my complaining about passengers getting very wet when opening the doors and windows - just not a trickle but more like a stream of water. Disappointed in several aspects of the car, which we thought for the price would have been exceptional.

Audi A4 Saloon 2.0 TDI 170 SE 2008

This is a very desirable car. The tell tale rattle of the previous 2.0 litre diesel has been given the boot. Inside it’s all about comfort with a good dose of luxury e.g. auto rain wipers and lights. These probably sound like gimmicks but they are good ones! In the back you can keep the kids super cool with the air con thanks to vents in the side pillars as well as in the back of the centre console. With the integrated Sat Nav the radio/CD is automatically muted when it speaks, another nice touch. The car itelf is pretty quick and surprisingly agile for its size and with the multitronic gearbox, it is effortless driving all the way.

Audi A6 Avant 2.7 d se 2007

Have had the car for five months. This car is the best estate I have had. The boot is huge, need a big boot for my job. When driving on motorways, it’s very good on fuel. Driving in London very expensive buut worth every penny. Car came with one key only, Audi need £150 for a new one. Would like to know anywhere cheaper.

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£150 to replace an Audi A6 key is fairly competitive. If you already start to worry about costs like this, I am not sure if you are driving the right car. I drive the 09 of the same car and Audi’s after sales service have been priced with competition on their mind - Lasun Raji from England

Audi A5 Cabriolet A5 Sportline 2009

Awesome... everything I could ask for and more. Purchased a low mileage, hi-spec ex demonstrator from a London dealership for a very keen price and I am just blown away. Performance all round from the 2.0 tdi engine, growly if you want or super smooth. The roof amazes me, as the rides is extremely quiet given it’s a convertible! The car looks stunning, performs well, is very good on fuel, does everything it says on the tin and makes me smile every time I drive it.

Audi S3 2007

Very good car pulls well and exceptional interior, mine had optional red leather and flat bottom steering wheel is a must. Problem I had was the crashy ride the damping is fair to hard for most UK country roads, felt like I was damaging somthing. Secondly the engine is dead before 2500rpm which makes for frustrating driving, like you either drive slowly or you go bang and all the power comes, which I felt embarrased at somtimes. I’m going to try a golf R32 as I want to waft it, probably a getter engine. Clarkson is right in his review in the times 2007.. quote "no power when you want it and too much when you don’t".. try one, it may just me me, plus I’d get the 5 door now available.

Audi A6 Avant 2.0 diesel 2010

Not impressed, frankly it drives like a truck. It’s so wide and it makes my motorhome seem thin. However i like the interior nut that is about it. The mpg is poor and the ride is harsh and bumpy unless you are new smooth road. Too much road noise.

Audi A2 tdi se 2001

Great little car, easily able to average 64 mpg and have seen over 76 mpg on a tank! Classy and practical with great reliability and residuals plus £30 road tax. Owned mine for 4 years and 45,000 miles. Now has 74,000 miles. Only needed three droplinks (a weakness) and one wheel bearing other than routine long life services (30,000 miles). Other pluses are fantastic sounding ’Symphony 2’ stereo and ’open sky’ panoramic roof (but make sure it works!) Downsides, well the ride is harsh and can become tiring and the engine is a little vocal but I can forgive it that!

Audi Q5 2.0 tdi se auto 2010

In a word, disappointing. Thought this was going to be a great car, but I’d advise anyone thinking of buying a Q5 to ensure you test drive for a full day and over a variety of road surfaces to see if you can live with the dire ride quality, which varies from slightly bumpy to very jerky due to the overly stiff suspension. Also the switches can be somewhat fiddly to use and the 2.0 tdi has only average performance, if you want something more sporty opt for the petrol or 3.0 tdi. On the plus side good fuel economy, finish and handling.

Audi A5 Cabriolet SE 2010

Well, I had it delivered today and after the first 100 miles I can safely say it was everything I was expecting. The scuttle shake is really minimal, previous car was a 2009 A4 so a fair comparison. Took the SE as didn’t want the harder suspension and have a 2.0 tdi engine, fair turn of pace, hope it will loosen after a while though, noisy on motorways but A and B roads fine and blue tooth phone is usable upto 70+ miles an hour. I think I have made a great choice, glad I didnt get the coupe as I can still talk to the passenger at these speeds. Interior is of the usual high standard. Very pleased.

Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDi SE 2007

Great car. Spacious, comfortable, quick, versatile and great long-distance cruiser. I have now done 95,000 miles and had very few problems (automatic wipers and TV reception), which have been put right promptly by superb Audi dealer. The only negative comment I can make is the diesel engine is a bit unrefined and cumbersome around town with low revs. Once up to speed though, the engine noise is deadened by ambient noise and not a problem.

Audi A2 1.4tdi 2002

It’s my second Audi A2 1.4tdi now, what a great little car. Fuel consumption is very good at today’s prices. RTF £35 per year. It’s got enough power to point and shoot but don’t get too brave, the power band is not that big. Why did Audi stop making them? Price.

Audi A6 Saloon 3.0 TDi SE Quattro 2006

Mixed feelings about the car. Coming from a string of 5-series’s I have found the accommodation to be better in the Audi however the ride is definitely harsher than in the BMW’s. The biggest gripe is with various warning lights. Been through half a dozen bulb out warnings, an intermittantly working fuel gauge and presently an emmissions warning light. Also the clutch is just about worn out (30k) so pretty disappointed with the Audi experience so far. Will probably not be buying another Audi as a result.

Audi A3 Sportback 1.9 TDi SE 2009

Solid car, comfy, quite nippy, my best fuel return has been 64.5 mpg! On the negative side, Sportback is difficult for entry/exit if you are tall/rotund, as I am. DON’T open the driver’s window after it has rained and whilst on the move...you WILL get soaked as a result. Overall, great "little" car. A gleaming model also turns heads.

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We bought a 2009 Audi A3 like yours in July. We have been very disappointed in the fact that passengers or whoever is driving get very very wet getting in the car and opening the windows as you have said. It is driving me mad - have even taken it back to the garage many times and complained but nothing can be done. It’s like a stream dripping off the roof. It is also not a manufacturing fault, so cannot take it back on the 30 day basis. Quite disappointed as I thought this car would have been perfect, especially for the price - Lorna Pritchard from Devon

Audi A5 Sportback 2.0 TFSI petrol 2009

The best looking Audi. We are new to the marque., but I used to love my SAAB 900 Combi Coupe, which has been reborn. We have had ours since December and are getting 44.1mpg including a 52.7mpg on a recent 1000 mile primarily M-way trip. A frustration is that the sat-nav says it is a 2010 edition but does not show a river bridge completed in 2008 and a local M-Way is called the M Eight-hundred Seventy-Six. I am 6’5 and can sit in comfort behind front seat passengers. They are still rare birds on the road. it was 5 months before I saw another. Though not now on the gallery website or brochure, there was originally a car with a sunroof though not mentioned in brochure extras and we have one. The extra light is stunning. I love this great cruiser. 6 stars out of 5 if I could!

Audi A3 Sportback SE 2.0 Sports TFCI 140 2010

I cannot believe how noisy this thing is!! I have never known noise like it. It’s like being at a rock concert every time you drive it.

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I don’t believe you at all. You’re driving bad! Pepe Pepe from Argyllshire

Audi A6 Saloon le mans 3ltr tdi 2007

Only had car 6 wks, but what a car. The engine is strong, seats v.comfortable, sat nav very accurate and easy to use. Visibility good. The only poor thing is suspension, it’s stiff and you feel all little ruts etc. I have 19" wheels so they don’t help, but are needed to fit the cars size and looks. MPG according to the computer is 38/39mpg urban driving, but 29/30mpg using good old maths, i.e. what I put in against mileage; not very good, funny that the car tells you it better than it is! My old Omega was spot on to the drop, still it is a 3ltr & shifts like s**t off a shovel so it’s worth it. BEST CAR I’VE EVER OWNED and I’ve had a few! P.S. Audi Newcastle (not Tyneside) great service, very helpful. Other items; Bose surround great, v loud, NO distortion! Bluetooth good, parties on other end cannot tell. Auto box a must.

Audi A4 Saloon 2.6 SE 1997

Understated but purposeful looks and built-in longevity. Fantastic V6 runs like the day it was first started and all for less than £1K.

Audi S3 S3 Sportback 2009

I have had my S3 now for 6 weeks and all I can say is WOW :o) I have upgraded from a 2006 Imprezza and I didn’t think the Audi would hold the road better, but it does. I can keep the power on through the corners and it feels solid. The S-Tronic gearbox is AMAZING, it changes gear without even a hiccup and in Sport is fabulous. I like the paddle shift, but to be honest, this is just for fun, as there should be no reason to change from Sport mode if I want to go a bit quicker, as it does everything I could possibly want it to. The interior is of an excellent build quality and the only thing missing from our model is an electric programmable front seat, other than than, absolutely no complaints. Test drive one NOW :o)

Audi A6 Avant Avant SE 2009

To date, this is proving to be the best car I have bought. My previous two cars have been Mercs (C-Class and E-Class), and I was looking for a more reliable car that would take the mileage I do. The A6 has not let me down, and exceeded my expectations in terms of driving comfort and convenience. The only downside (compared to the E-Class) is economy - both have been diesels, and I had expected the A6 to be as good/better than the E-Class, but it’s about 6mpg off the E-Class on most journeys. Comparing other features (and not being in the dealership complaining about problems) more than compensates this! One tiny fault so far - the satnav. I paid to upgrade to the "high" system, and it is brilliant, but the voice command when you’re on most roundabouts is wrong, it tells you "take the 2nd turning on you’re right" but means "take the next exit off". To confirm that "it’s not me", just last night (29th Jan 2010), Jonathan Ross interviewed Kim Catrall from Sex & the City, and she said the same thing about an Audi she had hired to get around Britain recently - flawless apart from this issue. Enough of the negatives, the positives are: the 2009 A6 is an intelligent comfortable car; it has features to make your life easier that Audi don’t even publicise (e.g. muting the sound system when reversing so you can hear the distance warning beeps, and not able to ’play’ with the command system when in reverse); the electronic parking brake was a feature I wasn’t looking forward to - and in practice it’s really good - just touch the accelerator and it releases instantly.... this is turning out to be a long rambling review, sorry. It is a good car, I like to drive it, and when I come to replace it, I will buy another.

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Responding to Bill Treddenicks remarks about the Audi’s sat nav .I also have an Audi A6 Avant(58) and the only fault I can complain about is the Sat Nav and its instuctions when on a roundabout. They are incorrect and can be quite confusing. My wife and I now make an educated quess as to which exit to depart from , and most of the times are correct! But, it can be confusing and even a bit dangerous at times. If anyone knows of a ’fix’ for this problem I would be most grateful - Alan Ham from Hampshire

Same problem with my sat nav on my A6 Le Mans - MMI High. Anyone figured out how to correct it? Does the sat nav software need to be upgraded? Thanks in advance for any advice - Sergej from Surrey

Audi A6 Saloon 3.0 TDI Quattro S Line 2004

I have had 6 Audi’s - A3, A4 and now an A6. All of these cars are simply the best all round cars money can buy. I have my current A6 a 3.0 TDI Quattro S Line. It has everyting one could need for normal use including a big boot to store my 5 month old son’s kit. The car is quiet, powerful, steering a little vague but you get used to it, comfortable in s Line trim, great sat nav, easy controls all round and it goes like stink when you put your footdown. Quattro is simply brilliant and if you get snow like we did this year, and dont want to be seen in a Chelsea Tractor then you must have Audi Q power.

Audi A6 Avant 2.0 tdi Avant SLine Auto 2007

A beautiful looking estate car inside and out but driving on anything aside of a smoothly tarmaced motorway gets tiresome. Stay clear of the S line variants as the handling can only be described as overly firm! As mentioned by many the front seats are atrociously uncomfortable for such an expensive car and the steering is far too light and gives very little feedback! I have found it dangerously underpowered when pulling away from standstill and it is a COMPLETE joke in the snow. Two punctures on relatively new tyres have resulted in costly replacement tyres as the low profile matched with the vehicle weight seal their fate instantly. To date, it’s been plagued with continuous rough idle problems, one shockingly diagnosed engine failure by Audi recovery (only to be rectified by an engine management software upgrade). Even so it continues to judder with alarming regularity. The Injector seals have been replaced and the car is currently undergoing ANOTHER software upgrade! To date Audi have yet to replace the actual injectors under warranty. I have had to travel to find a good Audi dealer as I have been underwhelmed by my closest representative. I really do want to like this car but it fails to live up to expectations.

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Hi! Many thanks for the review. What mileage is your car? Tom White from Cheshire

Audi A6 Saloon 2.4 V6 2005

I have had many Audis over the years and the last Audi i had was the old 2001 A6 2.4 v6 which was good but the new one wow!An amazing car with a 4.2 sound!& speed with a sports gear what a car looking forward to the next model!

Audi A4 Cabriolet 3ltr petrol 2009

Aesthetically pleasing, comfortable and sporty. Owned Mercedes in the past, would I buy again - yes! Sporty responsive looks good with hood up or down. Not too in your face.

Audi Q7 diesel 3 litre sport 2007

Having previously owned Range Rovers, Discovery, BMW X5 and Volvo XC70 off roaders I changed to the Q7 because in was on the pace with the engine, chasis and towing ability to get me from my home near Wales to my pad in South West France together with a couple of large dogs. I also required the ability for the car to tow a caravan I keep in France if required. It covers the 850 miles each way as expected with ease and without making passengers sick (unlike the Volvo). However, don’t expect the Q7 sport with its low profile tyres to plow through bog and ice. It won’t.

Audi A5 1.8T Sportline 2008

It was love at first sight. I’ve never been a car-fanatic but when I started looking to buy, after having leased for many years, I was dumbfounded when I caught my first glimpse in the showroom. There was very little rationality in my decision, I had to have this car in some shape or form. Like many other owners/reviewers I spend at least a minute every day admiring this thing from various angles. The 1.8T S-Line is not overly powerful, but I did get it zip-tuned, which brought it up over 200hp along with other benefits. I’ve got the multimedia/nav, B&O sound, deep sea blue exterior and a custom leather package that beats what Audi delivers. The ride is a bit rougher than I’d like but I can live with it. I see myself in this car for 8-10 years with a bit of luck.

Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDISE 2005

Bought the car new to replace my 02 Merc 220cdi. A great car but for a few niggles: Blown intercooler at 30k, repaired under warranty; Constantly failing rear washer jet, repaired by Audi, lasted about a fortnight then stopped working again! I Haven’t had a rear washer for 3 years now; exhaust gas management failed at 60k. Main dealer service is overpriced and over rated. They charged me 1,285 pounds for a service and cam belt change and then tried to tell me I needed new rear pads at 280 pounds when there was still a good 20k of wear left !! Now at 97k and having problems with the electronic park brake. Audi deny any problems with this (even though every forum lists this as a common fault with the EPB). On a positive note, mpg varies from 46-56 with performance impressive for a 2.0. It’s worth noting that an earlier recall to the ECU resulted in power loss in low revs through gears 1&2 and after a particulary terrifying incident crossing the M62 and suffering power loss during acceleration, I rang Norwich Audi and demanded the car be returned to its original settings. After some deliberation and a call to Germany for the codes this was done and the car behaved superbly! Ride quality is firm and you tend to feel all the bumps, my wife gets car sick on virtually every journey! To summise, the car has a few flaws but is otherwise a good motor let down by poor service and attention from the dealers. Incidently, for good value servicing and maitenance in Norwich call Autogas in Alston Rd, Audi, vw and SEAT specialist. Serviced my car for £140, rear pads replaced all in for £120 !

Responses to this review

Having read this report I have to say I thoroughly endorse the comments about dealerships. I’ve just ordered my 4th Audi as I love the cars but I have to say (after falling out with dealers in Slough, Reading, Coventry, in a very big way Oxford, currently touch and go with Bristol) I’m seriously out of love with the "Audi experience." which is over-priced and almost never seems to get things right first time. I work with the Ministry of Defence and find it amusing to compare the hourly rates charged for maintaining Nuclear Submarines (fleet size 4) with an Audi Main Dealer A4 .... the Nuclear Boat is considerably less than half the price! - Simon from Oxfordshire

Audi Q7 s line 3.0 tdi 2007

I have just bought one of these as a family car to replace an XC90 - what a difference. I paid 30000 from an Audi dealer - with only 15000 miles on the clock it’s virtually brand new and has sat nav, bluetooth and a host of other extras. I even got 2 years’ servicing and extended warranty thrown in. Somebody paid 52000 for it in december 2007! So far my MPG has been 26, better than the Volvo(23), and the car is quiet, smooth and extremely relaxing to drive. As things stand I am very impressed - if it’s reliable over the next 2 years as my last VW product was(2004 Golf GTi) then it will merit it’s initial 5-star rating.

Responses to this review

Following my initial report last November, 3 months on I can confirm the merits of this car: During the terrible weather of Jan and Feb the car were superb; The previous owner had the foresight to equip it with winter tyres and as a result we were the only people in our close not to be snowed in, other 4x4 owners on 20-inch wheels included! I recently bought a set of wheels with good summer tyres on ebay and swapped them over so I should get another winter out of the originals. The car has been faultless; on a trip to see the rugby in Paris this month it averaged 33 mpg at a steady 80 mph - wow! Get one, I’m glad I did - Victor Jones from Sussex

Update - traded the car in this month against a 4.2 tdi - more performance being the only difference. Got 27750 for it - I only paid 30k a year ago and put 25000 miles on it. Amazingly low depreciation. By far and away the best vehicle I have ever owned. If you can afford the slightly excessive tyre wear there is no better family transport - Victor Jones from Sussex

Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TFSI quattro 2009

After another 5000 miles of mixed driving, I’m even more impressed. Now I’m used to the performance, I get more out of it, particularly on the Highland roads. It’s great.

Audi A6 Avant 2007

(Because of the requirement to select a county "England" is indicated. However, I am in America.) You folks in the UK have had your problems. I took delivery of my A6 Avant in the dead winter (2007) and dealt with a week of what we call ’black’ ice and snow - passing (broken down on the side of the road) every other vehicle I had originally considered purchasing. I’m in hilly Northern Virginia, doing a combination of highway, local, and rural driving. My vehicle handles the snow quite well....then again, I am used to driving near a ski resort in the Rockie Mountains. That said, the car has been having fits lately, as it neared 40,000 miles. First the key fob would fail to work - which I attributed to the three year old battery. Then, in order, came the following: 1. The moon roof would reopen after being closed. 2. The emergency brake light falsely indicated failure - for one day and one day only. There was no issue engaging or releasing the brake. The message never reappeared after that day. 3. The lights on the MMI system controls came on simultaneously, quit, and then the system shut down. 4. If you inadvertently bump the radio control (which fails) you can hear the speakers attempting to connect, continuing so until the ignition is turned off. 5. The hydraulics for the rear hatch failed numerous times. But, re-engaged after I turned over the ignition. 6. The doors would no longer open when using the key fob. 7. The entire vehicle died when attempting to start up - as a result, the ignition key would not release. 8. The key finally released after the battery was jump started. 9. I’ve been trying to get my dealer to return my calls for three days. I loved my car up to this point. Needless to say, I am not feeling the least bit civil. Am I the only one to encounter such failures?

Audi A3 A3 S line 170ps 2008

I’ve owned the A3 S line 170ps for 18months now. The car returns 44mpg on average. I bought the car from brand new and had it built to my spec, choosing: hands free blue tooth, bose sound system, 18" alloys etc. The car eventually arrived after I did the chasingas the Audi dealer was rubbish. The PDI must have been carried out in the dark as the S line badges and wheel centres had to be replaced due to tarnishing. 1 day later the side mirror glass broke. A new oil pump had to be fitted after about 9 months, the centre console catch smashed after about a year and the rear view mirror still rattles. All in all it has poor build quality, and how the hell do you check the oil on a black dip stick? What were Audi thinking about? But the good points are the car is fast, the DSG gearbox is classy, the handling is not fidgety at all, the ride quality is up there with Mercedes, the paint quality is Brill, (got mine in solid Red) and it is definitely a car you want to drive. It is a bit on the pricey side, but running costs are very good with 18000 miles between services. I’m still not sure if i should have gone for the BMW123d though. Would i recommend the A3? Yes, if you can find a good dealership.

Audi A6 Saloon 2ltr tdi 2004

I bought my car with 27,000 on the clock and out of warenty. At 30,000 miles the egr valve went, then both rear brake wire harnesses had to be replaced. At 50,000 miles the fly wheel went. I have spent more money in one year than I have spent on my last Audi A6 in 5 years and that has 270.000 on it. My original A6 still drives as good as the new one and the fly wheel didn’t need to be replaced until 200,000 miles.

Audi A3 Cabriolet 2.0T 2009

I bought the Audi A3 cabriolet and it is FANTASTIC!! I love it to bits! Superb handling, nippy, efficient.... AND VERY SEXY!

Audi A4 Avant 2.0 tdi multitronic 2008

Not a quality car. This 57 plate 2.0 tdi mulitronic has been back several times for steering noises, one of which should have been a factory recall. A new rack and other parts and it is still not right. The mulitronic is great in manual mode but has a real problem deciding which gear to hold when cold and really warm (software?). A loan car had the same problem. The tdi is not as refined as a 3 series and not as economical. The S line ride is a bone shaker so go for the SE if you must. I hope the new A4 is better.

Responses to this review

Hi Charles. Looking to purchase direct from Audi Garage a 2008 (2005\2008) 2.0TDI A4 Advant, S-line Special Ed Quatro. We have turned over/started the engine of the vechile in name and when it starts the vehicle shakes a little (too much I feel) then mellows with the engine, did not seem as clean/smooth as others tried but may not be the same model. Is this what you meant by shakey or could you explain for me. Many thanks - Tom Signs from England

Audi A3 Cabriolet 1.8t S-Line 2009

Very nice car that suits our needs perfectly. Good room for 4 inside, despite being a small car. Kids and adults love it. Purchased ex demo. No faults so far.

Audi A4 Avant Exec SE 2.0 TFSI quattro 2009

Just completed a 2000-mile tour of Scotland and the Hebrides in the A4 Avant. Very smooth, comfortable and always more power than needed. I’ve now got the hang of the electronic handbrake, Start-Stop function, auto lights and wipers and all work fine - wipers got plenty of use on this trip! The sound system is also great - DAB and the SD-card player are especially good. Not sure yet whether I got the SE vs S-line and manual vs S-tronic choices right, but ride, handling and driving are all fine. Fuel consumption is a bit disappointing but that may improve (hundreds of miles of low-gear single-track road); the car’s mpg computer is optimistic by about 5mpg for some reason. Overall it’s smooth, comfortable, practical and good to drive. Dealer service and follow-up have been good too.

Audi Q7 3.0 TDi S-Line 2008

Unlike many other reviewers on this site I did not try the direct competitors of the Q7! This was due to the fact that I was previously employed by one of them for 17 years so knew quite enough about them to exclude them from my list!! At the time of taking a test drive in the Q7 I was driving a 2007 BMW X5 which suffered from too many "niggly" faults and premature wear and tear of some components which, if replaced outside of warranty would have cost a small fortune. As soon as I test drove the Q7 I was hooked. I subsequently placed a factory order for my first Audi car, a 3.0 TDi S-line. My ownership experience of this car has been nothing short of outstanding. The build quality, fit, finish and fault free operation of every component have confirmed the Q7 as the best car I have ever owned. Audi dealer contact and support was also highly commendable. The "Bose" sound is fantastic! the Sat Nav accurate, gear change smooth and the electric seats highly supportive and comfortable. If I had to identify anything that I had any concern about it would be the front outside edge tyre wear (a common issue on 21" alloys), Load space is quite shallow and the fuel consumption on the urban cycle. These minor issues aside the Q7 is a highly recommended 4x4. One which I would not hesitate buy again and again.

Audi A5 3.0 TDI Quattro 2007

Well what can I say, just coming up to 2 years of ownership of this car. It is still a stunning car. Power, Performance, Comfort and Looks, I still like just looking at the car as much as I enjoy driving it. Personally I think for the price you would find it hard to beat, yes its a diesel, no it doesn’t drive like. What would I change? Wish I had gone for 19" alloys as I recently saw one and they set the look of the car off even more... although the harder ride would probably put me off. I truly believe I would have to spend a lot more (38,750 for mine when I bought it) to get a car that looks, drives and feels as good as this.

Audi Q5 2.0 TFSI S-Line STronic 2009

Absolutely amazing. Reaching the stage in my life where I had two children meant that I was sad to see my Golf GTI go. I tried an MPV for a couple of months but it felt like I was driving a van. Oozing high tech features and the usual Audi quality, this model will put a smile back on your face. It offers decent space for a family. I find the front ISOFIX especially handy for a group 2-3 child seat, thus freeing up space in the back. If you cover many miles then perhaps go for the TDI. However, I’m a low mileage driver and love the power delivery from the petrol 2.0 TFSI. The emissions are lower than the Tiguan 2.0 TSI Auto, saving on road tax. It looks a lot better in the flesh, photos do not do this car justice. The daytime running lights and rear LEDs look the business. The only negative point would be the price (technology pack is a must have), but I believe you get what you pay for nowadays. There aren’t many of these around and it will save you owning an MPV and a sports car.

Audi A4 Cabriolet 30ltr quattro sport v6 2006

Superb car, much better than the chavy BMW cabriolet; lots of power, great ride, reliable and classy looking. Good return of diesel if you don’t floor it, but overall a great car.

Audi A4 Cabriolet Sport 3000 V6 2003

Had this car a month and hey, I just can not stop driving it about. It is the best car I have ever driven, well apart from the bosses Porsche 911. Mine is the sport auto model and driving in sport mode is such good fun. Can go round corners like a train on tracks. Very sporty and comfortable to drive. Great with the hood down - at the touch of a button. Xeon headlights is like driving in daylight. Air con is tops and you can freeze if you want to. Nice 18 inch wheels and 235/40/18 tyres holds the road nicely. Plenty of good ones around if you want one.

Audi A6 Saloon 2.0TDI SE 2005

It’s got 100k on now ! It’s still a great car! Too good some times as you are going faster than you think!! at 70 on the motorway it feels like you are stopped, not good for the concentration!! lol room for every thing ! and it stops so well to! your eyes just about pop out! Why can’t others put good brakes on there cars ?? tyres and good brakes are the most important, if you can’t stop the thing then you are totally stuffed!! We really like it!!

Audi RS4 Avant 2007

The effervescence of the turbo injectors make this car a great drive. Great car!!!

Audi A6 Avant 2.0TDI Multitronic 2008

Solidly built and finished but not a nice car to drive in anything but dry, perfect road conditions. Absolute nightmare in the snow and even got stuck last year in a Supermarket car park (which was flat!!!) and on a main bus route in town. Reverse park assist also goes off even if you are in a clear area and takes 5 or so seconds to get it’s bearings and switch off. Sat Nav has some strange ideas about destinations and it would be great to be able to just enter a post code! Can’t wait for the lease to end and to get my next car and have even installed a countdown display on my computer to show me how long to go.

Audi A3 A3 1.8T SPORT 2003

The most unreliable car I have ever had. Here are the list of faults most of which I’ve had to pay for after the warranty expired: 1. Boot lid pistons fractured x2 2. Heater and ventilation system fan broke and blew fuses leaving me stranded on the motorway - &pouund;800 3. Windscreen fluid pipework leak £200 4. Halogen lamp ballast failure £400 5. Water pump failure (new timing belt at same time changed) £700 5. Dials on fascia - paintwork rubbing off 6. Water leak into cabin from door seal x2 - warranty 7. Anti-roll bar creaking/cracked - £300 8. New batteries x2 - £200 9. Lambda probe x4 - approx £400 total over 7 years 10. Plastic seat lever broken twice when letting friends out of the back of the hatchback x2. 11. Cruise control stalk temperamental and often doesn’t work but too expensive to repair/replace... 12. The ride is harsh and uncomfortable; looks flash and trendy but as expensive as a Mercedes to fix but without the reliability... very disappointing.

Audi A5 3.0 tdi quattro 2008

What can I say but how disappointing this car was for me from the comfort of a driver’s point of view. Performance is great, especially in sports mode; shape and style also great depending on personal taste. However, the seating is uncomfortable (seats have plastic feel to them), the steering column and seating adjustment failed to provide me a suitable driving position. Be warned, you could soon lose interest in this car had it not been for its performance. If buying, ensure you take the vehicle on a long test drive. I feel there are better cars in this class but this is only my opinion.

Responses to this review

In response Jake, I felt that the driving position in mine was not perfect, being slightly off centre, however with careful adjustment and after 30,000 miles use I can say its is perfectly comfortable now - perhaps I have become used to it. The ride is a little hard on 19 inch low profile wheel/tyre combination but I think all the other plus points make it a great choice. I think the interior plastics and fit are fine - I have not seen better in this class - Fraser from Suffolk

Audi A6 Saloon SE Quattro 2009 Model 2008

I have to say I was lucky enough to get an Audi release car, with just about every extra, list cost £48K. I wont say by how much but a lot less to me and within only 2K miles on it. It is absolutely amazing, just about the only car I have ever had to match it would be an S class. I tried the Jag XF, good but certainly no better and no way as well made or equipped. I hope it will go on pleasing me to make me keep it for 5 years as I don’t think that when this recession is over I will be able to get such a good car for such a good price. For comfort 90%, for engine performance there is no better from a TDI 95%, for quality 90%, for looks 95%, not too sure why you would ever want an Avant version; the seats fold flat and the boot is massive. Audi even call it the A6 Limo. 30MPG around town and 40+ + on a combined..says it all.

Audi S8 Quattro Sport V8 2002

I’ve just bought a 2002 Quattro Sport V8 with 75,000 miles on it. I have never owned an Audi before, preferring Mercedes C Class. I have to say that this car is incredible, the build standard superb, ride excellent. I am a gadget freak so obviously I am at home here. I am 100% happy with my purchase and I wish I’d bought one sooner.

Audi A3 Sportback 2008

Well made. nice to drive, nippy and very economical. £35 road tax but congestion charge concession was never instituted... to quote Transport for London - "It was one of Red Ken’s daft ideas dumped by Boris."

Responses to this review

This is a follow up: The only downside to the A3 sportback has been tyre wear. the original fronts wore down to 1.6mm at 14,760 miles. At the time I was in France & replaced them at Norauto in Nice. I contacted Michelin at Stoke & complained, they told me to send the tyres back to them, great idea..dump the passengers or the tyres? I told them I would keep a check on the replacements and would contact them if there was a problem. That set wore down to 3mm at 11,500 miles 7 were sent back to Michelin on january 4th. As of today 15th April I still await a response from Michelin. So a great car spoiled by rubbish tyres - David Ashton from Derbyshire

I own an A3 Sportback 170tdi black edition which came on Bridgestones with only 9,000 miles on the clock. I now run on Michilen ps3 and am achieving 14,000 miles with far better handling so I would say this is good. I would also say the VW Golf is a far better car to drive - Martin Conway from Devon

Audi Q7 SE 2007

Lovely car, BUT, and here it is - new tyres needed every 6-7K miles - all 4. This is a known problem and one in which Audi will keep replacing for at least 2 sets, but wow at £1K a set you will soon find it too expensive to run, none of the other reviews here have got to these miles yet, but watch out, they will. Otherwise, I did like the car. Never got the MPG over 30 even on a 1000 mile journey; about town around 20 -22mpg. Might buy the Q5 now as a good compromise.

Audi A6 Saloon 2.0TDI 2008

A little disappointed with this car coming from a Mercedes I thought it would be easier to drive. Minus points are... dreadful electronic handbrake which did not always release, stalls unless engine revs kept up due to 6 gears and only 2Ltr engine. Geared to produce high MPG figures. Difficult to position seat so that you can push clutch pedal to floor yet be comfortable. Really expensive SatNav, does not take post codes. Just done 10K miles and had to top up oil 3 times. Audi say that you could have to put in 1Ltr per 750miles..... YES 750miles. Not very green.... I will probably go back to Mercedes next year.

Responses to this review

Kim, are you still encountering issues with the electronic hanbrake? If not, what did you do or have done to rectify? My father-in-law has one that does the same and Audi refuse to fix it as the fault is intermittent and never happens when taken in to the dealer - Ian Hay from Cheshire

Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TDI SE 2005

I went from a Lexus IS 220 D SE to the Audi and found the Audi to be a much better drivers car. Better MPG better acceleration and decent handling.

Audi A3 Sportback Sports Back 5 door 2007

I did a search on this car because I was totally gob smacked at the road noise the car develops. Had it in to the local Audi dealer who tells me this is a common complaint and nothing they can do? I will try to look at fitting quieter road tyres to see if that helps? Overall the car is a good car although a little tight on space and way too expensive if buying new.

Audi A6 Avant 2.0 tdi 2006

Not what I expected compared to my last A6 2.5 tdi; poor fuel consumption, used to get 42mpg, now 34mpg. No power when pulling away in first, cuts out without warning if you don’t keep the revs well up in first and second, had the same fault that someone else mentioned i.e. the high level light let in water and the tailgate filled up with water when it rained. Sat nav was great when driving from London to Scotland but is rubbish where we live - keeps trying to send me up one way streets. All in all disappointed compared to the older models and would definitely go for the larger engine next time, feel the 2.0 is a false economy.

Audi S5 S5

I’ve had alot of cars, some I’ve liked, some I’ve been glad to move on but having sold a DB9 (the running costs and depreciation were spoiling the fun) I went in search of something special but a little more mainstream. I tried the new M3 (dull interior but great engine and handling) Jag XK 4.2 and XJR (lovely sound, pretty styling but some silly cost cutting) another 650 BMW (had one before and quite liked it, and lastly the new S5. The S5 I first saw was Phantom Black with Magma red leather and carbon fibre trims, it looked absolutely amazing, we took it for a short drive and I have never known a car get so much attention, might be the LED lights but it looks amazing, we drove out through the country and the engine was just stunning, just enough V8 burble, and more than enough power if a little soft on the delivery. Basically it is quicker than it feels. We got back to the dealership and ordered right there and then. Had the car for 9 months now and it still raises a smile and draws a crowd, not bad for a non-supercar... if you are not sure, trust me you’ll love this car... er well maybe not the fuel consumption... but hey you only live once.

Audi A6 Saloon 2007

Safe, quiet, luxurious, comfortable, quick, beautiful. Difficult to add more than that. A truly remarkable bit of kit for the money. So much so, I have now purchased the car after contract ran out. Tried the BMW 5 and E Class.... decision made. Only complaint is that the boot is so deep, you can loose items and not know about it. Well done Audi!

Audi A2 1.4 TDI 75 2003

40-45mpg round town £35 road tax - excellent build quality but there have been some electrical niggles.

Audi A3 2.0 TDI Automatic 2008

Bought an A3 2.0 TDI Automatic 9 months ago and think it is a great car to drive - no teething problems at all. Only issue is that it is a bit firm over the road humps but on normal roads it is great to drive - highly recommended.

Audi A6 Avant S Line 2008

I have just taken delivery of a new A6 2.0 Tdi S Line from www.carlease.uk.com. Fabulous car, great value for money compared to everything else on the market. Better build quality than other manufacturers. Everything about the deal from Grange Court Leasing was excellent, the price, how quickly they delivered and how efficient the company was....Thanks guys.... looking forward to changing in 2 years time with you...

Audi A6 Avant A6 Avant SE 2008

I have had my brand New Audi A6 Avant since Monday - today is Thursday - the car is fantastic to drive and the build quality is very good. It is a very roomy car with lots of gadgets which you think having paid for the kit so that you can use an iPod it would come with the cable that attaches the iPod to the ICE system... no that is an extra £30. I have tried to use the Audi sat nav system which is operated through the MMi system and it is so difficult to operate and when you do manage to get an address locked in you find it is only accurate to about 2 miles. I had two Audi salesmen trying to get the thing sorted and teach me how to use it - that was two hours wasted. I have given up on the Audi sat nav and will use my after market unit - a Garmin Nuvi that finds and locates addresses accurately. As far as I am concerned the Audi system is a total waste of money and is now an ornament. I did not expect such poor quality for this money. If the rest of the car was like it a would have returned the car. My next car (probably not Audi) will not have a built in sat nav!

Responses to this review

I have an A4 with Sat Nav MMI system and it is really simple to use..can I suggest it’s not the system but the user! :-) David from England

Have an Audi A6 2008 2.0TDi S-line with MMI Sat Nav and it is very acurate and easy to use once you have set up the personal settings, is acurate to every corner, junction and my front door. Very pleased with my car and hope to report the same in another years time - Adam from Cambridgeshire

Satnav is fine, the only problem is the lack of an accurate post code, it won’t accept the full code so have to rely on house number etc. Must be the user! - Brian Green from Yorkshire

I blame the user myself as I bought an Audi A6 Avant 3 years ago and have nothing but praise for the vehicle. It is ease to drive, park and very comfortable. The after-sales is exelent, the MMI is so easy to use, and the sat nav has been nothing but spot on every time. Before you diss it try a little patience, after all the machine is only as good as the person putting in the instructions. If you can`t do it right, how do you expect the machine to? Mike Parr from Lancashire

Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.0 TDi sport 2007

Since owning the car I have only done 24,000 miles. It’s got to go back for a new steering rack due to failure, the rear suspension has some fault as rear tyre keeps wearing on the inside edge, the clutch is very juddery when warm and in traffic, road noise from the front wheels and rear bearing noise. Good points:- I enjoy the drive; the power is always responsive and fuel mpg is very good. Would I buy this car again... not a chance!

Audi A4 Avant Avant 2005

A drivers car with practicality. Feels like it has been made to last. This 2.0 TDI SE has a smooth delivery from the turbo and will pull sixth gear comfortably at 70 returning over 44 mpg. It beats our Lexus IS 220D in almost everything. Against it the BMW 3 series looks bland and the Merc looks dated. I wish there was more height in the loadbay as the floor could have been lower and there is not enough storage areas in the front. But who cares when it drives so well!

Audi A6 Saloon se 2.4 1998

If you maintain an Audi A6 properly, the only better car would be a Mercedes S class.

Audi S5 2008

I’ve just moved back to Singapore after spending 8 years in the UK so naturally, I went shopping for a new car. Short-listed were the BMW 3 series convertible, Jaguar XF and the Audi A5. The Jaguar was a breath of fresh air considering what jags are normally like and the BMW was disappointing, the interior was unimaginative almost exactly the same as my ’06 3 series in the UK, and the car felt soulless to drive. I got to the Audi showroom last and test drove the S5 (a smart move on the part of the salesman after he told me "the 3.2 A5 was currently unavailable") . I got in and smiled straight away. The tingly sensation and anticipation when you get into the gloriously rich interior was precisely what I was looking for! The engine is a beauty, power delivery was smooth and instantaneous and oooohhh the sound it made. Long story short, even though it was above the budget I set myself, I ordered one straight after I got out and I’ve never been so happy about buying a car. The B&O sound system blew me away so I ordered one of those too! For a car of that speed and spec, it’s real value for money even when you compare it to the BMW 335i coupe which entices you with a relatively low starting prices but rips you off on the options (and you will need options because those things are spartan). The only bad points I can think off is that the back is a little hard to get in and out of, the steering is too light and the stupid sunroof won’t open further than a slight tilt even though it costs just as much as one that does - so don’t get one.

Responses to this review

Funny, I am the same as you, just got to Singapore and wanted to know what engine and model did you get. Just wanted to know if you mind if I ask a few questions? I am new to Singapore but understand how it all works re cars and COE so don’t worry. Thanks c.baker@asia.ing.com - Chris Baker from Singapore

Audi A4 Saloon 2008

The A4 has a perceived reputation for reliability but to date my experience hasn’t lived up to this. The turbocharger and climate control have required replacing all under warranty. The ride is my other bug bear......why does it have to be so hard. A4’s spend most of their lives on motorways and towns not country lanes.

Audi A8 3.0 TDI SE Quattro 2007

Without doubt one of the very best cars in the world. Wonderful feeling of security and safety. Absolutely imperturbable progress, mated with surprising economy. Peerless refinement and utterly fabulous build quality. The car has been completely reliable, having transported me the length and breadth of the country in a manner I could have only dreamt about until I purchased this vehicle. The new A8, due to these shores in 1010, will have to be very special and innovative if it is to surpass this one. Recommended utterly and without hesitation!

Audi A6 Avant 2.8. 2008

Extremely roomy car with lots of extras; but they do cost a lot extra... Wouldn’t have bought a less powerful model and will opt for the RS6 once I come to buy another. Only problem is stopping my BMW driving wife from stealing it.

Audi A6 Avant SE Mutitronic 2006

This is my fourth A6 Avant and I am not over impressed. At 15000 miles the ECU unit on the gear box has failed, this happened at approximately 45000miles on my previous A6 Avant multitronic. I am not sure that the quality is being maintained. Why do Audis always get bigger at each revamp? Next time I think I shall buy an A4 Avant.

Audi A6 Avant 2ltr tdi se 2007

This is my 3rd A6 Avant,... yes, the shape , size and high tech MMI are all very impressive, but some how the car lacks the older models ’Classic’ combination of solid well designed reliability, together with understated good looks... there used to be plenty of ’in cabin’ storage, but now all the really useful spaces have gone, including the glove box (CD player)... and worst of all the front seats are atrocious, the seatbelts are fitted to the seat, reducing the width, and my right leg and hip are perched on a ridge, as I struggle to find a comfortable driving position. Why oh why produce a high tech car with low tech seats?? perhaps SE means ’seating economy’? I wish Audi would get back to the supremely comfortable seats that led me to the A6 a decade ago and perhaps the designers should remember that we are not all 25 year olds, with 28inch waists... even if they are !

Responses to this review

Totally agree: when compared to the older A6, seats are narrower, more uncomfortable, storage room woeful, generally cabin feels cramped. Also, would love to know where the supposed fuel figure of 50 mpg comes from. I can manage around 40 on a good day without being at all heavy-footed. All-in-all a worse car than the previous model but with a better engine - John Cummings from England

Audi A4 Avant 1.9 TDi multitronic 2003

This car is everything I ever wanted in a car BUT five months into owning it, the gearbox had to be replaced. It’s been great ever since... until now... yes, another serious gearbox fault, at the cost of nearly £1300, not what you expect from a quality car, four years old with 36,000 miles on the clock. I didn’t want to part with this car but now I’m wondering whether I should get rid before it costs me more than it’s worth. Full marks to the Audi garage though, a no quibble courtesy car for as long as it takes to repair it.

Audi A6 Avant 2.7 s-line 2005

I’ve owned this car for 8 months, and frankly I’m disappointed with the ride, handling and comfort, which is of the tooth-loosening variety. Maybe it’s my fault for buying the s-line variant, but those wishing for comfort should beware. Reliability and performance are good, however, and economy for a car of this size and performance is also credit-worthy - typically in the 40 mpg area on longer runs, and 35 around town. Load carrying is also good, although Volvo and Mondeo may offer better options if this is important. Overall, OK, but I won’t buy another.

Responses to this review

If you would known what S-line means and stands for, you would have already answered all your problems listed above. S stand for: sport transmission, sport suspension, sport interior and seats and sport engine - Adrian S from Romania

Audi A6 Avant 2006

Multitronic cuts out in reverse... Audi had the car in for 3 months and their proposed cure was to increase the idle revs to 1500rmp - some modification! Now cuts out going forward too! At least the contract is up in September. The car pulls away so slowly that I take my life in my hands every time I need to turn right across traffic... Audi say this is a one off. I would be interested to hear from anyone else who has had this problem.

Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDi 2006

Well built and economic. Handles really well for such a large car. Engine too small - go for the next size up. Would not have another as it has had two major breakdowns- complete clutch failure and engine management failure.

Audi A6 Avant 2.7 tdi multitronic 2006

The best car I have had. The engine is smooth and powerful, the multitronic automatic is fast and as there are no real gears, it is super-smooth. Fuel economy from such a big diesel is good. The mmi navigation is much better than the BMW idrive, although I prefer touch screens like you have in the Jaguars. No problems with the car, normal service costs. All in all a very relaxing drive and easy to own.

Audi A4 Avant Avant 2008

Owned BMW for years, and this new car is a revelation in terms of poise, understated class, refinement and economy. A key point is as an Audi driver I do not get the usual negative stigma associated with owning the BMW product and other drivers appear to not show the the same level of resentment. The service levels also exceed that of BMW’s take it or leave it attitude. All in all after one months feedback - a class car at a great price given the size.

Audi TT Coupe 3.2 V6 2007

I traveled a couple of hundred miles to collect my new TT. I had the option to wait a week and it would be delivered but I couldn’t so off I went. It’s the new 3.2 model with the DSG Auto box. In dolphin gray and red leather together with some upgraded alloys its just gob smacking. I chose the Auto box mainly because of the flappy paddles and the numbers being slightly quicker than the manual version. The interior is very solid and lovely to be in. The controls are well positioned and you get a cockpit/fighter pilot feel once seated. It feels allot bigger than the older car and the rear seats could accommodate a small child or a slight lady but they will rarely get any use in the real world. When you turn the key the 3.2 v6 rumbles to life and then settles into a pleasant gurgle awaiting you to select which, out of the many gear choices you have. The Gears. In Drive Here you can pootle around like everyone else on the road, achieving some reasonable mpg’s. Floor the peddle and the box drops a couple of gears and your off like a bat out of hell although this method is not the way to get the best out of it. Let’s call it an overtaking mode. In Sport A flick of the shifter and your in Sport Mode, this basically changes when the car shifts up a gear giving you a higher value on the rev counter (around 5000 - 6000). The car is ultra responsive in this mode and a slight foot twitch is enough to leave the average Joe behind but be warned. You going to be looking at about -18mpg Manual (Paddles) By pushing the stick far left from the DRIVE position you enter Manual Mode. By using the paddles behind the wheel you have total control over when those cogs are going to swap. Well not really total. Obviously this mode takes some getting used to and the tendency to just forget to change is always a factor especially when slowing from a high speed spurt on to a round-a-bout or junction. Alas the car protects you from an embarrassing stall by changing down into 1st for you. TipTronic The paddles are fixed to the steering wheel and turn with it so there are times when you need another option. When on a round-a-bout there is a risk that the paddles become inaccessible but you may need to drop a gear in order to make a quick getaway. This is where the TipTronic mode makes its appearance. The gears can be selected by using a forward and backward motion. This mode is another manual option and could be used on its own quite easily. Also it’s worth pointing out that in Drive mode you have access to instant manual mode by just using the paddles once. This changes the mode temporarily where you have instant performance on tap. The mode resets its self back to Drive if you don’t touch the paddles for a few seconds This car turns heads. It has no way lost its appeal or design flair and they are going to be as popular as the last version The New car has Dynamic servicing but don’t let that fool you into thinking you might get away with a service for 18 months if you drive it carefully. The car will require a service at 10000 or 12 months which ever come first. Now deduct 100 miles off that 10000 figure every time you unleash the beast and plant your foot into the carpet. Still its a lovely car.

Audi A8 4.2 V8 FSI quattro SE 2008

The 4.2 V8 engine is needed to get a car of this size really moving. The handling is deft, the grip and body control impressive. A smooth ride is made possible by a great suspension. Head and legroom fits all shapes and sizes with ease and the boot is simply massive. The Audi’s build quality to the very high standard that you now come to expect. Leather upholstery and climate control come as standard, Audi even throw in a Satnav and automatic transmission. The A8 is almost like a mobile home and offers a wonderful feeling of safety and security. The reasons I am unable to award the A8 5 stars is that the fuel economy and company car tax make this a VERY expensive car to own. This is one of the most attractive models available and offers and a classy ride. In hindsight I would opt for a diesel.

Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.0d 2006

Looks great but is very limited in space in the back. Engine is a bit rattly but once you are underway it is hard to tell it is a diesel. My main problem with this car is that the driving position is uncomfortable on long trips. The vibration from the engine makes your foot go to sleep and that can be very annoying. Roof works very well and is nowhere near as noisy as I expected. If you are a local driver with no kids and you can use the cabriolet regularly then it is not a bad buy otherwise avoid it. Next time I am getting a Jaguar XF, hopefully that will be a bit more practical.

Audi A6 Avant 2006

We have found it to be an excellent vehicle. Very roomy with large load carrying capacity. The base model is more than ample. Sat nav is a bit fiddly - my old Toyota Camry map system was easier to use but it is acceptable. MPG is excellent and reliability faultless. Service is only after 19 000 miles which makes it very inexpensive to run. I like it so much I have just ordered another one.

Audi A6 Saloon 2.0 T 2005

Although now almost 4 years old the A6 more than holds its looks against the new, recently released models. It is a firm ride and the body control is good but the steering is not as responsive as I would have liked. The interior is spacious, seating five adult passengers with no problem. The interior is beautiful and luggage/storage space is impressive. This car feels extremely "safe", stability and traction control and active head restraints come as standard but best of all are the six airbags (side, curtain and front) also supplied as standard. Reliable - yes, it’s an Audi.

Audi A4 Saloon 2.0 TDI SE 2008

The engine is powerful and the ride is poised, gripping the road well. If gadgets appeal to you then this may just be your dream car - I only know how to use about 10% of the cars features, I just don’t have the time to learn about everything that the A4 offers. I had heard that wind noise was an issue with some A4’s but this is something that I have not encountered at all. It is a very striking-looking car and it receives more than its fair share of admiring glances - far more than the driver does. This is as safe as a car can get, 6 airbags and stability control as standard. I went for the optional rear side airbags plus the lane departure and blind-spot warning systems. The safety of my family does not have a price associated to it.

Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TDi S Line 2007

Very impressed with my A6. 20,000 miles without fault. The car is accomplished in every way, quick crisp handling, very comfortable, huge space, stylish and average 40 - 45mpg. Audi MMI is excellent so much easier to use than iDrive on a 5 series, my only regret is that I do not have the iPod connection. Overall I could not be happier.

Audi A8 4.2 V8 FSI quattro SE Tiptronic 2007

I own an executive taxi firm and this car fits the bill perfectly. This car is perfect for collecting executive passengers from the airport and getting them to meetings in style, without fuss or delay. A beautiful car to drive and very generously equipped. I will be purchasing another to add to my fleet very soon.

Audi A3 Cabriolet 2.0 Diesel 2008

I have just had the pleasure of test driving this fantastic car and can only say that it’s the most fun I’ve had behind the wheel for a long time. Beautifully built and the folding roof is something to behold and very quick. This car has real guts and isn’t afraid to be pushed. The only problem I can see in this is keeping within the speed limits. Wonderful.

Audi A4 Avant 2.0 TDI SE 2006

This is a brilliant family car with more than enough space for a family of four (and jack russell) and comes with a good level of safety features. I went for this car originally because you know with Audi you’re getting a quality car with well thought out design and without being ripped off. 12 months on from buying this car it’s still the car I’d choose again today.

Audi A4 Avant 2002

Best car I have ever had great to drive smooth great diesel like floating on a cloud. I've had lots of cars never one like this make and that's over 47 years.

Audi S5 2008

Arrived about 3 weeks ago and done about 1500 miles. I am very pleased with the way this car makes you feel very special. The V8 is a dream engine, smooth, progressive with a good amount of grunt and a glorious bark at full throttle. The interior is so much better then the SLK 55 I had before and to be quite frank is better value than the SLK. A good all round GT car.

Audi A8 4.2 TDi 2006

I have owned the car since new, it is the most amazing machine that I have ever driven. Fabulous engine and amazing gearbox. Power delivery is effortless and places many so called supercars in shame. Economy is average, yet high on performance, not as special as my previous Audi s8 however more technically advanced with so many more gadgets. Overall a splendid motor vehicle, good on Audi. Definitely recommend to any alternative.

Audi A4 Avant 2.0TDI 2005

After 67,000 miles in almost three years, I’ve come to rate this Audi very highly. It has been totally reliable, very comfortable on long journeys, extremely practical and the quality interior has remained untarnished throughout. The auto gearbox is good and the average fuel consumption remains around 44mpg. Niggles? I shouldn’t have gone for the fancy multi-spoke alloys (which are a pain to clean and quickly look dirty again) and there are other cars - like my Alfa 147 - which are more fun to drive. It is a very good car which is difficult to fault, but best summed up as one for the head, rather than the heart.

Audi Q7 3.0 TDI SE auto 2007

I’ve had this car for 8 months now and I’m still hugely impressed with it. It’s safe, solid and very enjoyable to drive. It performs like a much smaller car, however, the fuel consumption will remind you it’s not - still reasonable though for a car of it’s size so not really a complaint. I would highly recommend this car to anyone.

Audi TT Coupe 2.0T FSI 2007

The only car I've ever driven that is as much fun as riding my 1000cc super bike. When I open the curtains in the morning and it's not 'biking' weather, it just doesn't matter anymore :o) Absolutely love it and I'm already worried about what to get next that's going to be anywhere near as good.

Audi A3 A3 SPORTBACK 5D 1.9tdi 2007

Arrived Oct only 6weeks late due to all add ons asked for leather dis fogs cruise control extra safety system. Delighted with car. Car broker (car club) abandoned contact after fee paid to them: poor customer service. Evolution finance delighted with their deal. Average mileage 44.4mpg.Have had 69.9mpg from Penrith to East Kilbride. Has some good oomph when you need it.

Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.0 tdi s-line 2006

From new had numerous problems with the car from CD player working intermittently to a new engine at 7000 miles. Three clutches, which still judders to this day, power steering pump and new front suspension joints. The strong point i the engine which has good torque, brakes average. Ride is very firm although I think this may be down to the 18 inch wheels with 45 profile tyres. Fuel consumption average 35.

Audi A3 Sportback 1.9TDI 2008

Lovely car to drive if you can put up with the road noise. It is by far the noisiest car I have owned. Shame because the car excels in all other areas.

Audi A6 Avant 2.0 tdi Avant SLine Auto 2008

Big mistake - multitronic transmission is poor pulling away - apparently does not have a torque converter - uses an auto clutch - comes in with a bang if your are not careful and also a tendency to wheel spin (they should have fitted traction control with the electronic stability pack fitted) , noisy engine at low speeds and road noise is not good (compared with my LR Discovery) - Navigation is poor - out of 27 destinations could only find 10 with any accuracy - sad but the only good thing is the fuel consumption averaging at 36.7 over the first 1500 miles - unfortunately its on a 3yr lease - if I could change it I would. Compared with the LR discovery it is not good value for money - downsized to be greener - there must be better cars out there!

Audi A6 Saloon 2.0 2006

Had the car sept 06 broke down within 24 hours had a problem with cutting out in reverse (automatic!!!!) garage up revs which made the car very hesitant whilst pulling away garage had car back as one of their drivers deemed the car unsafe to drive off the road for 3 months whilst Audi found the problem still hesitant pulling away have to use the sport gear fro pulling out into traffic car up for renewal in sept don’t think I would have another one. Very disappointed.

Audi A5 2.7 sport tdi auto 2007

After working for Audi 13 years ago and helping to launch there new A4 i fell in love with the new brand. I now have a BMW and started looking for a 3 series Coupe this week, i found a 325 diesel (3ltr engine) Test drive was ok i was happy.... went to place an order at my local dealership..... On the way i passed my old Audi dealership that i had worked for so many years ago. I decided to go in..... Cut a long story short i test drove the A5.... O M G!!!! What a car!!! Every thing about this car is X10 BETTER than the BMW!!!! I have just placed an order for the SPORT TDI 2.7 AUTO..... I have spent 9k on extras and will probably sleep in the car!!!! He he xx so glad that i went in and met the A5 xxxx AUDI HAS GOT IT RIGHT!!!! I WOULD SAY GET YOUR BUM IN A SEAT!!! ITS 100%

Audi R8 Sports Quattro 2007

The Audi A8 is an excellent car and has lived up to all my expectations. I have owned BMWs and Mercs but they do not compare to this car in terms of comfort, all-round driving and equipment. Bought it from Audi in Cambridge and the service from the dealer was outstanding.

Audi TT Coupe 225 coupe 2005

When you live next door to a prat who lives his life swapping cars as much as some blokes swap their undies, and he turns up in some of the best performance toys on the road, it kind of gets the adrenalin buzzing from time to time just sat watching them line up outside of the rear bedroom window being polished and cared for by his immigrant friends, (cheap labour and bad hair styles), every other month. And after two years of non stop swapping, you decide to build up enough courage and actually ask him over a beer, "how the hell he manages to pay for all of these fantastic cars", it gets a little embarrassing when he turns around and quite openly says, it costs him nothing, "the vehicles are all company cars that he uses", and has the freedom to jolt from motor to motor, whenever he wants, (providing the motor is available and not ready for the forecourts)! Then i got really confident and asked him for a drive in the latest car, the Audi TT. With all of the goodwill of a really great neighbour, he said, "nope, you will have to pop into the showrooms and get an official test drive with one of the sale steam. I just do the valetting. So confidence battered and ego reduced to the size of Thumbelina’s knickers, i decided to do just that. And how i enjoyed the experience. The Audi TT is similar in stance to the Nissan 350Z and to be fair, looks a little more eager to please. The other main contender for the super coupe crown is probably the BMW Z4, (all really good derivatives of the coupe boardroom drawing boards, and all tight engined and swollen brake discs). Sitting in the TT i could see why this car is now topping the list with today’s army of hair salon owners and clothing boutique skimmers. Very, very brave is the man who tempts fate in tight corners driving a vehicle too hard, this thing followed the curves on many back roads like the middle white lines on a motorway, absolutely fantastic! Noise was easily bearable, (but then you aint going to buy a sports car and want to hear the purring of a Lexus electric engine from beneath the throttle). Every detail in the cabin is top quality and the top end speed i managed was too great to brag about on the limited speed roads en route, (unbelievably agile). There were no issues with space, or traffic cops for that matter, and the salesman only spent two minutes with an old jiffy bag once we arrived back at the depot. This was last year’s model, (this years new version is supposed to be even better). Very, very, very good.

Audi A6 Avant 2.0TDi SE 2005

Loads of space drives really well and always feel safe when driving. Downside for me is it has been back to the dealership 6 times. 4 times for a flat battery which needed roadside assistance. They are now telling me that its due to the retro fitted tow bar (electrics playing up with the canvas wiring). 1 x tailgate full of water hi level brake light seal leaking, i noticed yesterday that it�s leaking again!

Responses to this review

I bought this car from Swansea Audi, who mentioned nothing about these issues. Even when asked directly. I also returned the car to a dealer several times with the same problem. It was eventually tracked down to a short in the horn. This was replaced and the problem was cured, until recently... This was not the only electrical problem with this car, the electronic parking brakes failed and both rear caliper units had to be replaced. The EPB is a very poor feature of this car IMHO. The rear screen wash caught fire while on the M5. The fuse box in this particular car is not as per the handbook so the roadside assistance cannot easily help if things go wrong. The horn has recently failed again so if you are looking for an A6 Avant don’t buy CT55FPZ. It’s a Friday Audi - Tony Harper from Nottinghamshire

Audi A4 Saloon 2.0 litre diesel 2005

Big, square, boxy, angular, basic looking, not very aesthetically pleasing, cubic, first impressions walking up to the second hand Audi A4 that my brother has just bought, (idiot in my opinion). Let’s start with the drivers seat, big, square, boxy, getting the message? Now i aint one to hammer the German marque that has stood out over these past few years as the only real option to the other German Marque, (B.M.W 3 series), just because i am not really keen on these A4 cars, does not mean that i should put people off buying one. The latest version of the model is actually quite different, (at least that is what they would have us believe), but again, the boxy shape of these sledge hammers is still ever so evident, even in the 21st century called 2008! The drive was average, the pull on overtaking was o.k., and the cornering on the back roads around Withernsea was adequate, without being scary. Comfortable enough for five people and fuel efficiency is impressive. These A4’s are everything Mr Average, who likes to live life to the empty, need to wet their appetites. If you are looking for something a bit more brash and prattish, then go for the 3 x series or the Alfa 157, otherwise stay as square as you want to be and pick up an A4...

Audi A5 3.0 TDI 2007

The first thing that attracted me about this car was its swooping, curvaceous looks, particularly the front and side views (not sure about the rear which looks a bit plump to my eyes!). But my principal reason for buying it was to combine real performance with low-emission economy and in this respect the 3.0TDI is genuinely amazing. The low-down turbo thrust of the engine has to be experienced to be believed yet I am getting close to 40 mpg on normal runs. It is totally effortless and extraordinarily refined for a diesel. In fact, it doesn’t even sound like one, the first time I have ever encountered this and the main reason I haven’t bought one before. Yes, you can hear the engine but it makes a unique muscular sound - deep and slightly offbeat, without a hint of diesel clatter under acceleration. And as for the rest of the car? Almost perfect for my needs. Yes, the 19 inch wheels I ordered do make the ride firm but nothing like my previous car, a TT 3.2. It’s always composed and effortless on cross country runs, nice direct steering, comfortable seats, controls which fall naturally to hand etc etc. My only disappointment, believe it or not, is the use of some hard and cheap feeling plastics around the instrument panel and central console, along with the excess of aluminium ’edging’ strips which remind me of Japanese cars from the 80’s. In fact I much prefer the instrument panel on my TT. I do hope Audi aren’t going the Mercedes route........

Audi S4 Avant 2007

Great car, love it.

Audi RS4 Cabriolet Quattro 4.2 2dr 2007

Some people think this car is over the top; all that power!! But that’s the whole point with this car, it has the potential to knock your socks off at the push of a pedal and yet can cruise quiet happily with your Aunt Mildred in the back looking all handsome and respectable. It really is a car for any weather and any mood and believe me at 0-60 in 4.7 seconds your mood is always good in this car.

Audi S4 Cabriolet Quattro 4.2 2dr 2006

More powerful than the M3 this car is very enjoyable to drive and has wonderfully balanced steering. The interior is extremely comfortable as is the driving position. With the roof popped down it is just fabulous to cruise in. The boot is ample, even with the roof down. A very pleasing car indeed.

Audi RS4 Avant 4.2 V8 5dr 2007

Fabulous car! Audi are really coming up fast on BMW’s heels with yet another fantastic and realistically priced car. This is a wonderful car to drive and I was sold 5 mins into the test drive. The engine has a wonderful sound to it and the cabin is spacious and comfortable. A beautiful estate car.

Audi S6 Avant V10 2007

Heavy on fuel consumption but who cares, it is sheer quality. Smooth and pleasant drive.

Audi S6 2.0 T 2007

This is my company pool car. It is luxury, I wish I could take it home.

Audi S6 Avant 5.2 V10 Quattro 2006

Brilliant car, so much more for your money than BMW and I personally think they look better. Wonderful to drive, very smooth and extremely comfortable for both the driver and passengers. Good space in the cabin and boot and good amount of standard kit with some very nice extras on offer, which of course you can afford to treat yourself to because you’re buying an Audi not a BMW!

Audi A6 allroad 2.7 V6 TDI 5dr 2007

The Allroad is a very special car, the best Estate I’ve ever owned by far. Audi have spared nothing on this car, everthing about it is top notch and it is a complete pleasure to drive. The space you get is immense, even for an estate. Handling and drive are superb and if you’re looking for a new estate you really have to test drive one of these to get a real sense of just how good it is.

Audi S4 Avant 4.2 Estate 5dr 2007

For me Audi have once again out shone their over priced and over hyped competitors with a class act. I have only ever driven estates out of necessity but this car is actually ejoyable to drive and handles so well you forget it is an estate you’re driving. Running costs are reasonable I feel for a car of this size and for such a brilliant car.

Audi S4 Saloon 4.2 quattro 344 PS 6 speed 2007

I have just test driven this car and immediately put my order in. What a car!! Absolutely blew me away and is more than a match for the M3 and with a smaller price tag. Can’t wait to take delivery!

Audi TT Roadster dsg 3.2 (quattro) 2004

I luv it in every way possibly I could luv it! and if that isn’t enough I really really do LUV IT!!!!!!!!!!!

Audi Q7 2007

I have had my car for 6 months and it is nothing less than brilliant. High quality finish, ride, performance and fuel econnomy (bearing in mind the size of the car) we have three young children and they can easily get themselves in and out and we have much more room than the previous cars ML and 5 series. It is certainly a head turner as well, we know several people that have bought the Q7 since we have had ours.

Audi RS4 4.2 2006

Audi have really come up with something special in this car. It looks like a beast and it’s engine certainly delivers!! It’s a joy every morning to press the starter button and hear that throaty growl. Equally happy at low or high revs there is nothing you can throw at this car that it can’t cope with and it does it with such style and comfort. This is the best car I’ve ever owned and the pleasure I get from driving it hasn’t diminished from the first day I got it. Well done Audi, 5 out of 5.

Audi S5 2007

I’ve just had the pleasure of driving one of these for a week and I have to say ’what a car’! This is a real bad boy and will definately give BMW a run for their money. An absolute joy to drive I think Audi were wise to restrict the top speed to 155mph because it is so easy to creep up on the old speedometer without realising it. Was I sad to give the car back? I nearly cried!! The down side? The price. It really is an amazing car but more expensive than its rivals.

Audi A8 3.0L TDI Quattro 2005

This has been a most disappointing experience. The look of the car is fine but te problems started from day one. The PDI was very poor and there was still remenents of the wax coating left on several parts of the bodywork making it feel quite rough to the touch and dulled the appearance in places. The car is almost 3 years old now and has done 6000 miles only. We have had to endure squeaks and rattles from the seats, dashboard and door panels and to date they have never been cured. I am told that this is a common fault. The only way to overcome the squeaks and rattles is to leave the radio on a music programme to relieve the torture. The power boot soon gave up and you had to use it manually for quite a while and was eventually cured I was told by a software update. Have had intermittent trouble with the emission control system and the car is quite heavy on fuel and if you leave the engine on whilst you go to get something out of the boot the smell of fumes is unpleasant. Metal strips on the dashboard have worked their way loose and various warning lights have shown up from time to time. The electric wing mirrors sometimes develop a mind of their own but after a minute or so return to normal. The parking brake system malfunctioned on a number of occassions with the warning light appearing on the instrument panal and sometimes you had the warning light flashing for the whole of your journey. It happened so often that you never knew if it was a brake fault or an electronic malfunction. The screen for the driver information occasionaly had a mind of it’s own. On two occassions when I had to call out the Audi emergency service it took between 3 and four hours to get there although I must admit that I had parked the car in London and then called them. Generally I also feel that the build quality is not as good as it should be for a flagship model. The dealer service is fine but Audi’s customer complaint department leaves a lot to be desired.

Responses to this review

In response to Mr Atterwill’s criticism of the vehicle, all I will say is having checked the log book, I find I have just bought your old car! It has been in the hands of a delightful gentleman from Inverness for the last few years and I must say you must be a very hard man to please because I think the car is wonderful. Although you did not feel it necessary to criticise it’s performance, the Superchip that was later fitted to it has made a world of difference to the performance, which is now close to a stock 4.2 TDi - Tim Lyons from Cheshire

Audi Q7 TDSE 2006

I have now had my Q7 a year - and boy what a motor. I tested all the usual suspects, Rangie, X5, ML - nothing drives like this or feels like a car. We have used it 7 up on a number of occasions, performance is excellent and I have had up to 32mpg on a run, ave is 26.8 over the last 16000 miles - cant argue with that. We have used it for dogs, horse feed and all our gear to go on holiday - it swallows everything and is supremely comfortable on a long journey. Make sure you get the parking camera - I have and it makes parking a doddle - just remember the size of this beast !! Will probably have another as nothing comes close. Audi have BMW and merc well beaten here.

Audi A3 1.9 TDI Sport Sportback 2007

I used to run a VW Golf, decided on the 3 door Sport when I saw it in the window of an Audi garage. To be honest the A3 is not that different to the Golf and I believe there are quite a few mechanical similarities between the two. The usual Audi quality is here and the performance is very fluid and strong. A joy to drive, corners well and suspension makes the ride very comfortable. One of the main selling points the salesman at the garage used was the 62mpg fuel economy that the 1.9 could achieve. This was the clincher and I have to say that the A3 has lived up to my expectations and given me stress-free- enjoyable motoring for the past 7 months and 14,000 miles.

Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8T 2007

I chose the family friendly 1.8T A4 and it is top-quality, superbly crafted and refined. Great performance and handling and suprisingly roomy in the front and back.

Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI 140 PS 2007

Great performer, exhilirating drive and high build quality. This is Audi doing what Audi does best - designing and building quality cars. Driving the A3 Sportback really is a pleasure.

Audi A5 3.2 litre V6 2007

I bought the 3.2 litre V6 a couple of months ago and this is the best engine I’ve ever been lucky enough to drive. The car feels alive and can do 0-60 in 5 seconds, its very impressive. The build quality of the A5 is up to the usual Audi standards, magnificent that is. Great torque, this is a fantastic long distance cruiser that is very classy.

Audi S3 2.0 2007

Great engine, the 2.0 litre T-FSI four-cylinder pumps up the power to 261bhp and offers plenty of torque. The S3 has speed to spare and the four-wheel drive gives great traction. The interior is stunning.

Audi A6 Avant 2.0tdi se 2007

Nice looks and great on the motorway you would have thought I would have given this car a better rating. The problem I have with this car is the fiddly MMI which distracts your attention from the road to use. I have also have also had a new head gasket at 3000 miles and problems with oil in the water which the main dealers cant get rid of. This gives me a warning light and a beep every time i start the car up which is annoying as it has now been in four times to rectify and they just cant get rid of it. I will be changing this car shortly and going back to a 4x4. I was tempted by the Q7 but with the problems I have had with this car I will be steering away from Audi. I tried hard to be more economical and give the 2.0diesel a go but it just isnt for me.

Audi A5 3.0-litre V6 2007

Brilliant coupe, the 3.0 litre V6 engine is very strong. This is, in my opinion, the best looking coupe, very classy and streamlined. There is great traction and the steering is sublime. Similar to the exterior, the interior is classy and refined with soft leather and aluminium. This is a very quick car with stunning torque that has terrific engines and it class and quality personified.

Audi TT Roadster 2.0t FSI 2007

I love it, the style, the shape. It hugs the road and moves so beautifully.

Audi S3 2.0 S3 quattro 2007

An amazing hot hatch, expensive but worth the price tag, afterall it is an Audi. Plenty of torque, feels fantastic to drive.

Audi R8 4.2 V8 2007

Fun, fabulous car with space age looks make this a excellent sport car for someone who wants a safe yet thrilling drive.

Audi A4 Saloon 2.0 TDi S-Line 2007

The Audi A4 is a fantastic car, holds its residual well and is practical, spacious and comfortable to drive. I was very impressed.

Audi Allroad Quattro 3.0 V6 TDi

This is more than just a 4x4 it really is just a wonderful car to drive. There is so much space you could get lost in this car and everything about the car screams quality and class. It feels reassuringly solid and you feel confident that you can tackle anything in this vehicle. Gets top marks from me.

Audi A5 3.0TDi

The V6 Diesel is a fabulous car the drive. Beautiful to look at and drive. Excellent Audi build quality as you would expect from Audi. I get almost 40 MPG & the CO2 emissions make this car a sensible company car choice.

Audi A2 1.4 Tdi

Great little car with fantastic ergonomics and a frugal yet spirited engine. Very stiff ride however and you do feel EVERY little bump in the road. If you are looking for a car in this class you could do a lot worse! Good residuals.

Audi A4 Saloon

I had an Audi A4 for 2 years and was a great car to drive. It was reliable and consistent, great on fuel and looked good. Certainly a head turner when clean with my James Blunt album turned up and the window down. I almost cried when I had to give it back when changing jobs. I have an A3 now which is great but the A4 is more suited to my executive lifestyle.

Audi A8

Fabulous build quality with excellent equipment & refinement. Lots of room in the back. A serious competitor to the Mercedes S-Class.

Audi A6 Avant

Very happy with my diesel A6 Avant. Lots of room. Huge boot for the golf clubs. I prefer this to the BMW 5 Series Touring.

Audi A3 2.0 TDI S Line Automatic

The car is a really smooth and relaxing drive, mainly because it is an Automatic. The car has power, speed and looks. Although the 18" Alloys look great, I have had to replace the tyres numerous times! and watch the high curbs. The sport gear setting is an eye opener when you want to accelerate quickly, although it drinks more fuel so use it sparingly. (Comes in handy at round-abouts and entering Motorways). All you need if you want a business executive look or whether you want a sporty weekend car to attract the Ladies. Great Car, but I wouldn’t recommend it if your a family man. In this case I would recommend the A4.

Audi A4 Saloon 2.0 TDi

Fabulous quality family saloon with a powerful diesel engine. No problems or niggles. I chose the 2 litre diesel because of the excellent residual value, hence very reasonable car leasing prices.

Audi Q7 3.0 V6 SE TDI

I have an Audi Q7, I love it to bits! I use it every day, I have driven to the Dordogne for the summer, such a peaceful and relaxing drive! Fuel averaged about 25 mpg, not bad at all for a huge car! Just one gripe, the luggage capacity is not too good! However I still love it!

Audi A6 Saloon 3.0 TDI Quattro

Great car ! Big tyres are noisy on concrete though.

Audi Q7 3.0 V6 TDI S line 5 dr

Prior to purchasing this as a family car, test drove all the immediate rivals; Volvo XC90, Mercs ML and R Class, Range Rover and Sport, X5, Cayenne. None of the above gave me that instant feel of quality feel of a car. And drive of the Q7 is just perfect. It is THE perfect family car in my opinion. The competition in comparison are out dated and pointless relics!

Audi A3 1.9

The A3 is OK but I wished I’d gone for a BMW 1 series or a Volkswagen Golf instead. It has been pretty cheap to run though but manybe a bit boring. 4 stars in total though due mainly to economy and reliability.

Audi TT Roadster FSI

This is a fantastic car - looks beautiful, performance is amazing. Everything about the TT Roadster is QUALITY!!!

Audi Q7 3.0 V6 TDI

Test drove the 3.0 V6 TDI yesterday. Very impressed. There is plenty of legroom and also plenty of space for storage. This makes for a very comfortable ride. The Q7 handles well, has no difficulties overtaking and you feel extremely safe in it. I plan to buy one shortly and although I know that it will not be the most economical the plus points I’ve made above more than outweigh this. Perfect family car.

Audi A4 Cabriolet 1.8

This is a very classy car, roof works with a minimum of fuss and does not leave you open to the elements when down. Feels safe, is reliable and offers plenty of oomph when accelerating. First class all round. 5 stars.

Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI 170 Sport 3 dr

My A3 Sportback has given me nothing but reliable and comfortable driving in the 8 months I have owned it. It has made the 5.30am start to my working day something to look forward to!

Audi TT 2.0 TFSI S-tronic 2 dr

I wanted a car that was sassy as well as sporty and this car has it all. Beautiful to drive and look at, and all the oomph you expect from a TT.

Audi A3 2.0 TDI 140 Sport 3 dr

I love driving this car! Audi have got it so right; style, comfort and just first class to drive. Exceptional!

Audi TT Coupe 225 coupe 2001

The only car I've ever owned that leaves me smiling every single time I drive it. Journey times have increased massively, I go the long way every time. It's a beautiful car and I just love it!

Audi TT Coupe

This is my dream car and I actually look forward to going to work every morning just so I can drive it, I’m even thinking of moving further away from work just so I can spend longer behind the wheel!

Audi A6 Saloon Audi 2.4A6

This is the first Audi car I’ve driven (company car) as I’ve always been led to believe it’s the poor man’s BMW, which just goes to show you should never listen to rumour. I’m really blown away by this car, it has all the gadgets and gizmos you’d expect from a Vorsprung durch Technik car and some great safety features. The design and styling are on the luxurious side and the engine doesn’t let you down either. It’s not really done much mileage yet but will be taking it France this summer and am looking forward to seeing what it can really do.

Audi Q7 3.0 TDI TIPTRONIC

This was a very expensive choice and with hindsight one I would probably not choose again. This SUV is very heavy on fuel consumption. I would probably go for a cheaper 4x4 alternative next time. On the plus side it does feel very safe to drive and is certainly of excellent quality.

Audi Q7 3.0 V6 TDI S line 5 dr

A very solid car, the interior is comfortable and stylish and the exterior easy on the eye. The DVD SatNav and MMI system are a welcome bonus. The car so far has averaged around 26mpg, that’s combined journeys of motorway and road over 340 miles. It doesn't feel as big as it is to drive and handles like a much smaller car, almost nippy! All in all I’m very happy with this car, it does exactly what it says on the tin.

Audi A6 Avant Audi A6 Avant 2.0 TFSI

This is the sixth Audi I’ve had now and it’s done nothing to dissuade me that Audi really are the best when it comes to this type of vehicle. This car has everything you’ll ever need and comes with a ‘fitted as standard’ list as long as your arm. It looks classy and drives like a dream. I’m getting 36mpg, which is slightly higher than the book. Excellent car in every respect.

Audi A4 Saloon Audi A42.7Tdi

It was my husband who talked me into getting this car and I have to say I’m very pleased I listened to him (yes we do sometimes). I get through a heck of a lot of mileage a month as a medical sales rep and needed a car that was going to be able to give me the boot room I needed for all my samples whilst giving me comfort as I spend 60% of my working week actually driving to appointments, but still give me a car that would be practical for a mum of two young teenage girls who want to be driven everywhere at weekends. So far, I’ve had only pleasurable motoring from this car and would definitely recommend it to anyone who is looking for something that looks fantastic but won’t break the bank to buy or run.

Audi A4 Cabriolet 2.4 V6 Sport 2 dr

Fantastic little number that whilst offering all the sportiness you could ever want still feels very safe and solid to drive. I have previously always gone with BMW but am glad I strayed. Turns heads everywhere I go!

Audi A4 Avant A4 Avant S 1.8 T

What a LOT of car you get for your money. This one is a beast and a really fun to drive. I’ve only had it for 4 weeks and 2k miles and hardly had the opportunity for it to show me what it can really do yet but I’m itching to find out. Mpg around 46 and acceleration like you-know-what off a shovel. Bose sound system and DVD sat nav all add towards the experience. Brilliant car.

Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI 170 Sport 5 dr

Although I only took delivery 5 weeks ago, so far I am very pleased I chose this car over other makes I had been considering. Motorway cruising is immensely enjoyable and so far I have achieved an average MPG of 42. Performance and fuel efficiency was not my only consideration as I have a young child and therefore space was a major concern, however, the Audi A3 certainly has room enough for the car seat, pram and everything else needed on long and short journeys.

Audi A3 A3 1.6 FSI

I chose this car as I wanted something good looking and nippy enough to get me around town during the week for work but also a comfortable family car at the weekends. We regularly make long journeys to the in-laws in Cumbria so fuel consumption had to also be a factor. The wife also stipulated ISOFIX for our 10 month old’s car seat, which comes as standard on this model. So far this car has delivered all our requirements, I’d definitely recommend this vehicle to anyone needing a good all-rounder.

Audi A3

I bought the 5 door Sportback version in 2005 and have been very happy with my choice. The choice I had was between the Audi A3 and the Volkswagen Golf. Although pricier than the Golf, the better engine dynamic shift gearbox clinched the deal for me! A good, reliable car.

Audi A4 Saloon

My 1.8 TDI has been been perfect for getting me from A-B. The car has required very little up-keep and is solid, reliable, everything you would expect from an Audi.

Audi A6 Avant

Space is in abundance in the Audi A6 Avant. Beautifully designed and the BMW's iDrive system is easy to use and quickly becomes automatic. This is a very comfortable drive, especially if you choose air suspension. There are plenty of individual options that help you to style the A6 Avant to your own particular tastes. Highly recommended and a good addition to the estate market.

Audi A6 Saloon

This is a great car.