2009 Audi A4: Tester's Comments

2009 Audi A4 

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  • MSRP: $31,000 - $58,325
  • Invoice: $28,830 - $54,242

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Find out what the Consumer Guide Automotive testers had to say about the 2009 Audi A4. See if the 2009 Audi A4 is right for you.

Vehicle Evaluated


Make/Model: 2009 Audi A4 Sedan 2.0 T quattro Tiptronic
Trim Level: A4 2.0T sedan/wagon
Arrival Date: 02/09/2009
Engine: Turbocharged dohc I4
Bodystyle 4-door sedan
Transmission: 6-speed automatic
4WD/AWD: Yes
Base Price: 32,700
Price as Tested: 40,825
Mileage at Beginning of Test: 5285
Mileage at End of Test: 5773
Total Measured Miles: 488
Total Fuel Used: 21.661 gals.
Consumer Guide Fuel Economy: 22.53 mpg (what's this?)
Problems During Test: None
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Major Options

Prestige model (18-inch 5-Spoke Alloy Wheel with All-Season Tires, Bang & Olufsen Premium Sound System, Audi Side Assist, Audi Parking System (rear), Advanced Keyless Start/Stop, Xenon Plus Headlights, LED Daytime Running Lamps, Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone Interface, Three Zone Climate Control, Heated Front Seats, Homelink Universal Garage Door Opener, Exterior Chrome Window Trim, Auto-Dimming Interior/Exterior Mirrors with Compass, Six-CD Symphony Radio, Audi Music Interface [Replaces Aux-Input], Memory for Driver's Seat and Exterior Mirrors, Driver Information System with Trip Computer, Rain/Light Sensor)

From the Back Seat

Damon Bell

The redesigned A4 hits the sweet spot for ride/handling balance and the tradeoff between acceleration and fuel economy. Plus, its interior materials and assembly quality are impeccable. However, the A4's especially low driver-seat position and stingy door openings make entry and exit a bit of a drag for tall fellows like me. Also, the climate and stereo controls are more complicated than they should be.

Rick Cotta

A nicely equipped A4 2.0T Quattro with automatic can be had for about $34,000, seemingly a bargain compared to its Mercedes and BMW rivals. But in several measures, this Audi is sort of a second-class citizen in that group, as its powertrain just doesn't give the "premium" feel of the others. It's otherwise a great drive, but loses points for some small snafus that shouldn't be present in a car of this stature.

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