STILL THE DREAM DAILY? AUDI S4 AVANT TDI 6 MONTH REPORT

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  • @edward92128
    @edward92128 2 місяці тому +11

    This is my absolute perfect daily. The torque, mpg, performance and space. Ticks a lot of boxes and I will get one at some point down the line

    • @volkswizard
      @volkswizard  2 місяці тому +3

      That's what I said in 2019 when I first drove one, took 4.5 years but I got there, hope you do too :)

    • @chm1701
      @chm1701 2 місяці тому +2

      I’m not a fan of screens that sit above the dash line - I prefer them much more integrated - but, I completely agree with your statement. I’m a big fan of diesel, so it’s a shame they’re disappearing. This is pretty damn close to perfect.

  • @RCBell617
    @RCBell617 11 днів тому

    Your videos helped me find my “launch edition” S4 👍🏻 never knew they were so standard from factory.

  • @adrianlw2750
    @adrianlw2750 2 місяці тому +4

    There’s something about the diesel mid-range torque that is so satisfying - good progress can be made with so little fuss. I’ve recently changed out of diesel for petrol. Whilst I enjoy the crisp throttle and “sporty” nature of the petrol (some of the sound of which is going to be from a sound generator tucked away in the electronics!), I do feel that if I wanted a fuss-free non-emotive rapid cross-country drive, I would prefer the diesel. They just get on with the job. Both my diesel (Golf) and now petrol (Mini) have a dual clutch transmission. The sport setting in the diesel was rubbish in sound and usability imo, but in the petrol it is great fun all round.

  • @Studmuffin666
    @Studmuffin666 2 місяці тому +6

    Purchased an S4, 21 plate black edition with 21k miles in December last year after looking for the spec i wanted, which took 2 months, Daytona grey, sunroof, red leather, factory electric towbar, bang and olufsen, rotor 19 alloys, plus i had a full PPF clear wrap which was important for the car as it will be travelling many miles each year from the uk to Spain, then from spain to Turkey then back to the uk in march, we have covered 12k miles in 10 months, the audi hasn't missed a beat, fuel returned excellent MPG, love the 700 NM, we have pulled plenty of pants down on against other performance cars on our journeys 🏁🏁😂,

    • @jimmymcgoo8641
      @jimmymcgoo8641 2 місяці тому

      Depends what you class as a performance car. The S4 TDi isn't fast compared to "performance cars"

    • @Studmuffin666
      @Studmuffin666 2 місяці тому

      @jimmymcgoo8641 Yes, modern sports car up to 400 BHP

    • @conorf8091
      @conorf8091 2 місяці тому

      My golf 4 done 17,000 in 12 months, not one mile on a motorway. Small N/A petrol will never be beaten on reliability 😅

  • @jbo2471
    @jbo2471 26 днів тому

    I am owner of a s4 2020 TDI, which is one of the first 341ps engine replacing the 347ps. It has only 20k miles but it’s like new. It has some issue with keyless entry not working consistently but everything else is perfect.
    Unless on motorway I barely get more than 30mpg however, but I am hammering it quite a lot.
    Regarding the engine to have tested both it’s better on low end torque, less laggy. And also the dynamic streering and quattro diff is brillant.
    It’s our family car and it’s a blast, a tons more confortable than m340d for instance, however I feel like I would have been equally happy with a 45tfsi, as I don’t think the added sportiness is that worth it.
    It’s just very fast commuter, and very confident driving in all condition, you can accelerate very soon in curves.

  • @OnlineHousehusband
    @OnlineHousehusband Місяць тому +5

    M340d ✅

  • @chrismyhill7103
    @chrismyhill7103 2 місяці тому

    I bought a Thomas- the-Tank-Engine blue one at about the same time as you got yours. Great car and does everything I want it to do. Only niggle was the new rear washer motor that was need last week after the rear wash chucked the water out via the rear camera and number plate. Chap in garage said it is a known Audi fault (!) . Non Audi garage replaced it for just shy of £300. My only other 'issue' is the throttle response in auto at junctions and roundabouts when you want to make a quick getaway. Keep up the good work Volkswizard!

  • @PD-nz5rk
    @PD-nz5rk 2 місяці тому +4

    You can add CarPlay short cut in the horizontal menu as well so it’s quicker.

  • @chopjockey
    @chopjockey 7 днів тому

    Nice video thank you. I have a black 2020 S4 Black edition with Comfort and sound pack and Sunroof. I fitted my own manual dipstick and will be fitting 285/40/19 tyres (Slightly higher profile) to make a more comfortable ride and also a more accurate speedo reading. Also upgraded to wireless Android Auto. Lovely car except for the slight turbo / throttle lag...

    • @volkswizard
      @volkswizard  5 днів тому

      Good tips ! Re wireless Android Auto, I enabled wireless carplay with VCDS on mine yesterday, so weird it's there just needs enabling. The lag is weird as the mild hybrid should stop that but I guess that varies with the charge in the system. Sometimes it's razor sharp in response, other times, usually roundabout it does nothing and then explodes forwards, just as well it's AWD!

  • @MauriceNL1
    @MauriceNL1 2 місяці тому +1

    With VCDS you can change how the brake pedal operates. Adjust the initial brake boosting and everything.

  • @garymcgregor7048
    @garymcgregor7048 2 місяці тому +1

    Took the plunge and gone for 4 225 40 18 xl bridgestone turanza 6 for my seat leon 184 bhp diesel estate fr. Was needing rears, and our last trip to Devon from Northumberland was in torrential rain in the dark. And occasionally the aquaplaning was scary to say the least. So for £101 per corner I'm happy.

  • @goodnewsryan3363
    @goodnewsryan3363 Місяць тому

    Just bought one a 2020 in navara blue looking forward to driving it...

  • @greigmackay8465
    @greigmackay8465 2 місяці тому +1

    A B9 S4 Avant with 3.0Tfsi engine is the plan after I am finished with my c7 allroad bitdi. Given the mild hybrid tech in this B9.5 with essentially the same engine as my bitdi, the avg mpg you have isn't that much more than i get after owning it for 40k miles. I agree with the torque shove though as mine is stage 1 and runs at 550 lbs/ft 😁 I drive it in individual all set to dynamic bar the gearbox. As I also have a sports diff/dynamic steering options. 👌

    • @jimmymcgoo8641
      @jimmymcgoo8641 2 місяці тому

      The engine in the B9.5 S4 is nothing like your C7 Bi turbo apart from they are both 3.0 , diesel and Audi. 😂

    • @greigmackay8465
      @greigmackay8465 2 місяці тому

      @@jimmymcgoo8641 right enough darkside developments had one, and it is only a single turbo engine. 👍 Bet it has variable oil pressure like the euro 6 272bhp engine as well 🤔😂

    • @richardleng1972
      @richardleng1972 2 місяці тому +1

      S4 tdi don’t have the engine damaging low oil pressure , I took mine to have a software upgrade but when they checked it they said my 21 plate has full oil pressure at low rpm unlike the earlier non S model cars

  • @andrewmcivor42
    @andrewmcivor42 Місяць тому

    One of the very few cars that I'd seriously consider replacing my Golf Mk 7.5 R Estate for - it's a bit classier than the Golf (pains me to say that....) & the diesel engine wouldn't put me off.
    If you're after a set of good winter tyres, I can recommend Fulda Kirstalcontact2 - I bought these by default last year (couldn't get anything else in time & I was heading off on a road trip), they are fantastic! Actually genuinely enjoyable to drive on - I've got 205/50/17s on VW Dijon alloys.
    Incidentally, I'm fully intending to go for your recommendation of Goodyear Asymmetric 6 tyres for my 19" summer tyres next year - so thank you for that👍.
    Great content, as always!

  • @huwd2292
    @huwd2292 2 місяці тому +1

    Great vid Andrew, good to see you keeping it and some Winter being adventures planned

  • @scotth1074
    @scotth1074 Місяць тому

    Another great video. I have the sq5 with same engine, can only dream of getting same mpg as your s4!

  • @roryb6752
    @roryb6752 2 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for this, a very interesting video, Andrew. Must admit I said never again after my first black car; but 9 years and 3 cars later I bought another one and immediately regretted it. However neither of those cars was anywhere near as good as a Clubsport S or this which may have swayed me a bit more😉. Like you I do think the interior quality of Audi (and VW) cars have dropped over recent years. It just doesnt feel as special sitting in the new ones nowadays

  • @richiegsimpson
    @richiegsimpson 2 місяці тому

    Love the interior of this version of the A4, perfect blend of physical buttons and touchscreen. From the reviews read and seen so far, I’m not sure the new A5’s all digital dash will be so easy to use and certainly doesn’t look as appealing. First reviews also mention a drop in build quality. I’m not sure I would be tempted to trade in my 2021 A4 for an A5 after these initial assessments.

  • @chrisp4899
    @chrisp4899 2 місяці тому +2

    You could do with a quick spray of lanoguard on that rear axle

  • @drewwagar
    @drewwagar 2 місяці тому +3

    I wish I could have that drivetrain in my old B7 A4. I struggle with the looks of the modern Audis. :(

    • @buttyug
      @buttyug Місяць тому

      Look at the C7 BiTdi 👌🏽

  • @GreenMeanie76-v1c
    @GreenMeanie76-v1c 2 місяці тому

    Whoa - didn’t know you could move infotainment icons. Thanks for tip!

    • @volkswizard
      @volkswizard  2 місяці тому +3

      I watched the vid back and thought "god that sounds so petty" but even one person benefitting from it makes it worth it :)

    • @emailstomarek
      @emailstomarek 2 місяці тому

      @volkswizard 12:45 you can add the icon to the sidebar and replace one of the icons there so this way you dont have to press home button but you can dorectly go from maps to AA and AA to maps

    • @emailstomarek
      @emailstomarek 2 місяці тому

      @volkswizard 12:45 you can add the icon to the sidebar and replace one of the icons there so this way you dont have to press home button but you can directly go from maps to AA and from AA to maps

    • @emailstomarek
      @emailstomarek 2 місяці тому

      ua-cam.com/video/EtCbOo2hIlk/v-deo.htmlsi=sodiguoVXBkV4nTU

  • @jonathonbrett-qn1ic
    @jonathonbrett-qn1ic 2 місяці тому +1

    Hi Andrew, great video on such a lovely car
    What a brilliant all rounder.
    The Torque is unbelievable
    Thank you Vdub:)

  • @paulmussett94
    @paulmussett94 2 місяці тому

    My dream daily driver.

  • @Birmingham_racing
    @Birmingham_racing 2 місяці тому +1

    6 months have flown by. Glad you're still enjoying it so you know you picked the right car

  • @dailystriver2727
    @dailystriver2727 Місяць тому

    Love your videos, a winter snow trip to the south France alps would be a good idea

  • @f.k.3762
    @f.k.3762 Місяць тому

    A trip to Germany and possibly Ingolstadt would bring you right into one of the areas with some of the nicest and most popular Christmas markets (e.g. Nürnberg)

  • @oesterga
    @oesterga 2 місяці тому

    Very nice 6 month review - i have now done more that 100.000 km in mine and still enjoy it as my daily. As mentioned in comments for your other S4 tdi videos i have a similar car that was used as show car from AUDI, produced in july 2019 - so a 2020 model. Have you been successful activating wireless Apple carplay in yours ? There are many threads in Audi forums on how to get it working but via the oneclick OBD11 i have not been successfull....

    • @volkswizard
      @volkswizard  2 місяці тому

      Thanks! I thought it had wireless car play until I tried to connect to it recently and couldn't work it out. Generally I prefer to use a cable as you can trust it to be charging then but I'll give it a go with VCDS if it is possible, thanks for the heads up👍🏻

  • @beatles4sale2007
    @beatles4sale2007 2 місяці тому

    As an owner of a 21 plate SQ5 with the same engine I get the pros and cons of the S4 (and the fake pipes are ridiculous, however Audi have dropped this silliness). As an all rounder it’s pretty close to perfect, albeit out of vogue due to its diesel engine.

  • @sabza5620
    @sabza5620 Місяць тому

    I love these by stats and performance. And have previously wondered how far off would a 2017-19 3.0TDI V6 268BHP, be in comparison? Possibly the same engine with a tweak from Factory?

  • @sprintman62
    @sprintman62 Місяць тому +1

    Well I think you're the first person I've heard say that they would prefer a full conventional key access/start than the "half way house" of a remote key entry......really?

  • @BROWITT2010
    @BROWITT2010 2 місяці тому

    I've recently purchased a 69 plate, A4 40 TDI, SLine Quattro in turbo blue. Perfect daily, love it!
    Can anyone recommend the best way and stuff to use on the digital cockpit screen please?

  • @Manu-Official
    @Manu-Official 2 місяці тому

    A little too complicated engine tech wise, when it goes wrong it negates any fuel economy while the spare wheel space is lost - digital dipstick is great until it goes wrong - I have an older gen C6 [reason for not buying a C7 back then, not interested in dieselgate recalls, subsequent downtunes and known adblue issues], custom tuned derestricted (returned better emissions/mpg than when stock), real exhausts, no adblue, no fake sound, a massive boot, 50mpg, brakes were changed to suit my liking (Brembo sharp at the front TRW anchors at the back) - so far had fun times on the road with a few RS6s and other Audis/Porsches/Bentleys/Mercedes/BMW/etc, but the main pleasure is motorway mile eating cruising in comfort with power on tap.
    The problem with newer audis, they have to deal with so much stricter Euro norms. That said, this A4 is likely to be more agile and nimble, and I understand Audi nearly eliminated the understeer tendency in newer models. The interior is simply gorgeous, real buttons on the console with only one minus: brake too hard with an opened drink, the liquid will spill right onto the usb and start/stop.

  • @carlrea
    @carlrea 2 місяці тому

    What a great car. Perfect daily. What is it like for rear leg room? Tia

  • @malcolmscott4150
    @malcolmscott4150 2 місяці тому

    Excellent update and a great buy - S4 Avant so practical 🎯👏

  • @leeantoniades8744
    @leeantoniades8744 2 місяці тому

    The nes diesel are very good on add blue iv done 20,000 miles so far and iv not topped up it yet. It is 95 motorway miles so don’t know if that makes a difference to the add blue usage. My older Mercedes c class used add blue fat more and I had to top that up twice in 20,000 miles.

  • @tonyprice-j2p
    @tonyprice-j2p Місяць тому

    I share the frustration about needing a key to open the car, but not to start it. It’d be helpful to have a little slot in the dash to put the key in after opening the car…. Hang on…

  • @tonyjazz4073
    @tonyjazz4073 2 місяці тому

    Interesting video about your Audi. Can recommend the Cologne Crimbo market. Good run from the Hook of Holland!

    • @volkswizard
      @volkswizard  2 місяці тому +1

      Thanks Tony, will bear that in mind though not sure I can spend that long on a ferry in winter 🤒

    • @tonyjazz4073
      @tonyjazz4073 2 місяці тому

      @@volkswizard Stabilisers and beer. Never fails 🤣

  • @kamseihra
    @kamseihra 2 місяці тому

    Consider installing a pedal box to improve the throttle response

  • @simonupex2628
    @simonupex2628 2 місяці тому

    Andrew I think you've just made a planned roadtrip without realising it, you mentioned Germany and the Christmas markets and snow testing with winter tyres on, well what are you waiting for and when will it be on your channel 😂

  • @chrisgreen4620
    @chrisgreen4620 Місяць тому

    Do you use premium fuel ?

  • @philipguacci6452
    @philipguacci6452 2 місяці тому +2

    Shame about the fake exhaust. I am going to the VW dealer today to pick up the oil cartridge and sump plug for my 16 year old MkV Gti. 100,000kms finally. Just to have a sticky beak. We are no closer to the Gti Clubsport in Australia. Or any 8.5 till next year sometime. Black cars, yeah no. Moonstone grey yes. Cheers.

    • @BLAZINGINGPHOENIX
      @BLAZINGINGPHOENIX Місяць тому

      Household go to tps instead there who the dealerships get the parts off

  • @jammmmmmieblak
    @jammmmmmieblak 2 місяці тому

    Does the S4 have the same quattro system as the A4? My A4 45 tfsi has a weird drivetrain vibration on spirited right handed getaways.

    • @jenny80myles
      @jenny80myles 2 місяці тому

      Not sure what year is your A4 but it's probably quattro ultra and the AWD clutch may need a service if you feel vibration on turns. From the video I saw, it's just a fluid change.

  • @GrahamWard-s8j
    @GrahamWard-s8j 2 місяці тому

    Run some millers diesel adative it'll smooth things out

  • @Fastwunz
    @Fastwunz 2 місяці тому +5

    Forgive me but it’s a diesel so in my book, should never ever have been given an ‘S’ badge - bit like the audi TT diesel - it’s just so silly. It should have its own diesel sport designation or something.
    Great video though thank you

  • @derekallan6231
    @derekallan6231 2 місяці тому

    Awesome car but I would be scared of something going wrong modern cars so complicated and I can't understand why they are going digital dipsticks sounds stupid idea to me I'm impressed with the mpg I'm getting that in my A1 sline 30 tfsi which was a big improvement over my S1

    • @volkswizard
      @volkswizard  2 місяці тому +2

      Thanks Derek. The mpg is great but as you say it comes at a price, complexity. Any small issue with the mild hybrid system and a few mpg saved here and there won’t even come close to funding the repair costs. But as long as it works, it’s great 👍

  • @TomScrut
    @TomScrut 2 місяці тому

    Not sure if it's a model year thing but my B9.5 RS4 (MY2024) has the swing leg boot opener, are you sure yours doesn't? It seems a bit fussy as to where you do it.

    • @volkswizard
      @volkswizard  2 місяці тому

      I don't have keyless, do you? I've used it on other Audis and you are right, it's fussy! On the new S3 they seem to have made it less fussy to the point where it opens when you are pressure washing it!

    • @TomScrut
      @TomScrut 2 місяці тому +1

      @@volkswizard ah, yeah it does have keyless. For some reason I misunderstood you in the video and I thought all of them had keyless now. Kinda surprised the S4 doesn't to be honest post facelift (I know it didn't before as I had a B9 S5).
      I had an RSQ3 before this and it was a lot better for opening the boot with the leg.
      Your S4 looks like a launch spec one (before Audi UK set the spec), I looked at a red one just like it before I got the RSQ3.

  • @madanto2394
    @madanto2394 Місяць тому

    I'd be more for the c7 a6 bi-tdi 313bhp as it doesn't have hybrid system.

  • @adamkhan5274
    @adamkhan5274 2 місяці тому

    Defo dream daily. Level above a golf GTD Makes so much sense.

  • @Tristanbirdyt
    @Tristanbirdyt 2 місяці тому

    Very interesting video Thank you

    • @volkswizard
      @volkswizard  2 місяці тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it Tristan, thanks for commenting!

  • @richardleng1972
    @richardleng1972 2 місяці тому +1

    Bridgestones are rubbish , the car squirms coping with the 700nm in the wet , will look at another brand such as Michelin when they are done . The cabin is 👌 and with a bit of extra spec like b & 0 pan roof etc it’s perfect daily , drove bmw 340d but found a little firm and interior not as nice imo .

  • @B9_S4
    @B9_S4 2 місяці тому +3

    Nice car but sounds nowhere near as good the V6 petrol

  • @allsearpw3829
    @allsearpw3829 2 місяці тому

    I Thought all the 3L DIESELS SUFFERD FROM CAM CHAINS ? and loads of trouble ?🤔Any thoughts please ?

    • @Manu-Official
      @Manu-Official 2 місяці тому

      Regular oil changes will maintain the lifespan - I had the chain guides changed for peace of mind on one of mine, zero issues.

    • @pkchiu89
      @pkchiu89 2 місяці тому

      The newer 3.0lt tdi use a smaller block but there’s a problem with oil starvation. VAG specialists can increase oil pressure to stop this problem, Audi aren’t bothered because whilst under warranty those problems can be rectified.

    • @Twentymacc
      @Twentymacc 2 місяці тому

      That was the previous generation of VAG 3.0tdi v6 engines

  • @dodgerboe
    @dodgerboe 2 місяці тому

    Ah but it doesn't come with the pothole proof alloy wheels .....

  • @stevenvater2681
    @stevenvater2681 Місяць тому +1

    Mate, dont grt excited about reliability, youve only done 6000miles!!

  • @Maverick-g7y
    @Maverick-g7y 2 місяці тому

    Why they changed the S4 to a diesel, I’ll never know. Bizarre decision.

  • @kevbrooks5130
    @kevbrooks5130 2 місяці тому +1

    This will be for sale when timing chain rattles beware potential buyers

  • @phil7791
    @phil7791 Місяць тому

    Lost me on the fake exhausts. Sorry Audi.

  • @pooritech
    @pooritech Місяць тому

    Fake exhaust. Fake sound. Why ruin a beautiful car with such things?

  • @bestcrazyboy8487
    @bestcrazyboy8487 2 місяці тому +1

    Buy a Honda 🙄

    • @JohnGuidetti751
      @JohnGuidetti751 2 місяці тому +3

      Honda hasn’t got anything that compares in the slightest.

    • @bestcrazyboy8487
      @bestcrazyboy8487 2 місяці тому +1

      @@JohnGuidetti751 doesn’t matter what car that can compare, this guy would find faults unless it’s VW/ Audi

    • @JohnGuidetti751
      @JohnGuidetti751 2 місяці тому +1

      @@bestcrazyboy8487 loads of comparable. BMW M340d, Mercedes C43amg or E450d…

    • @JohnGuidetti751
      @JohnGuidetti751 2 місяці тому +1

      Honda don’t cut it. Sorry. If you’re going down that route a Toyota or Mazda is better.

    • @justinevans1894
      @justinevans1894 2 місяці тому

      Love those wheels, great film thanks

  • @emailstomarek
    @emailstomarek 2 місяці тому

    @volkswizard 12:45 you can add the icon to the sidebar and replace one of the icons there so this way you dont have to press home button but you can directly go from maps to AA and from AA to maps

    • @volkswizard
      @volkswizard  2 місяці тому

      Top tip, thanks so much!

    • @emailstomarek
      @emailstomarek 2 місяці тому

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    • @jaisingh-do2sw
      @jaisingh-do2sw 2 місяці тому

      @@volkswizard
      Andrew what colours would you advise if you want low maintenance would Daytona Grey, Ascari or Navarra Blue be easy to maintain ?

    • @jaisingh-do2sw
      @jaisingh-do2sw 2 місяці тому

      Andrew what colours would you advise if you want low maintenance would Daytona Grey, Ascari or Navarra Blue be easy to maintain ?

    • @emailstomarek
      @emailstomarek 2 місяці тому

      @@jaisingh-do2sw daytona grey is the 👌🏻