Should You Buy an AUDI A4 AVANT? (Test Drive & Review B8 2.0TDi S Line)

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КОМЕНТАРІ • 736

  • @usandutz
    @usandutz 4 роки тому +275

    Mat, you're living proof that a vlogger doesn't need a supercar to make interesting videos. Honesty and IQ is all that is needed.

    • @HighPeakAutos
      @HighPeakAutos  4 роки тому +24

      Thanks! Very kind

    • @HighPeakAutos
      @HighPeakAutos  4 роки тому +47

      I'm not really a supercar kind of guy anyway. I cant see how people get so excited about them

    • @Test-id6ns
      @Test-id6ns 4 роки тому +8

      Fully agree, either you’re born with it or not. Obviously you are...

    • @lukewokeywoos
      @lukewokeywoos 4 роки тому +1

      And flappy arms waving at the camera either

    • @LA-fr7fx
      @LA-fr7fx 4 роки тому

      Plus, most of the flashy car vloggers are trying to pitch their Forex or Drop Shipping courses...

  • @markevans4452
    @markevans4452 Рік тому +7

    Watched this video today before going to look at a 2.0 tdi S line 190 at a garage.
    As a result, knew what to look for and query.
    Now having the auto box serviced and came away very happy with deal.
    Very helpful and down to earth explanations - thanks 👍

  • @paulwheeler1199
    @paulwheeler1199 3 роки тому +6

    I've got a 02 plate 1.9 diesel A4 Advent 130 BHP it's got 198K on the clock but still drives like new. It does 42 to the gallon around town and 50 plus on the motorway. Its the most reliable car I ever owned.I love it. wouldnt change it for anything especially a BMW

  • @robertebob3596
    @robertebob3596 4 роки тому +40

    If i was in the market for an estate i would go for a Volvo myself but i do agree that Audi estates are lovely cars.

    • @Doctor_Xeno
      @Doctor_Xeno 3 роки тому +3

      Volvos aren't made in Sweden anymore. Old Volvos were the bullet proof and really solid built. In Finland people call them Swedish truck.

    • @myname7284
      @myname7284 2 місяці тому

      @@Doctor_Xeno true most the 4 cyl have psu engines not bad but for me takes the edge off id go for the 5cyl d5 and have had a few they are great but never a volvo auto they are shite

  • @timcollins380
    @timcollins380 4 роки тому +3

    Good video. I have a 2012 A4 Allroad as a daily runaround car here in Australia. I bought it with 50k miles. Its done 70k now. I have had the belts done (a lot more than 300 quid here!) and it is very regularly serviced oil changed every 5000miles etc. It has the 7 speed dreaded DSG but no problems so far. I thrash it and it still does 38mpg combined. Its in its 9th year, not a rattle or squeak anywhere which considering it lives outside in up to 40 degree heat in summer and 17 in winter is quite amazing.

  • @DurkoppFordertechnic
    @DurkoppFordertechnic 4 роки тому +3

    I have owned a A4 2ltr diesel s line for a few years now, your review was spot on. Had the clutch and flywheel replaced at £1000 with local garage. Cam belt with water pump was £750 with Audi. Had to replace all of the shocks, due to leaking. The clutch pulley on the alternator seized up which then caused the belt tensioner to rattle back and forth. Front suspension arms upper and lower can start to get noisy causing creaking noises. Front wheel bearings replaced. Air conditioning pressure switch failed. Door mirror indicator LED failed. Mileage now at 130,000. The spec of the cars is weird, I've got sat nav but only part of the postcode can be entered. To have the full postcode entry you pay for higher spec of MMI. No light in the glovebox! My Ford Cortina in the 80s had one. Overall I do enjoy driving it. The car fuel economy shows at 57mpg on my daily commute.

  • @kevinmcauley7527
    @kevinmcauley7527 4 роки тому +21

    I generally prefer the estate versions of cars. Remember that some of the early Audi RS versions were only available as an estate such as the RS2 and RS4 of the 90’s.

    • @rs4rs669
      @rs4rs669 3 роки тому +5

      Nothing cooler than a fast estate car 👍🏻

  • @Ruṣṣ_Baṣṣ
    @Ruṣṣ_Baṣṣ 4 роки тому +5

    I've got this model, in red. Bought it at 32k, now at 70k (though it hasn't moved much this year!), and aside from a rear seat belt buckle it hasn't let me down. Very comfortable and quiet for long journeys, S-Line ride is a little harsh on bumpy roads though.

  • @rayaanshaikh5830
    @rayaanshaikh5830 4 роки тому +10

    I would probably argue that the Volvo V90 is one of the best looking estates around. Especially so in R-design trim in Bursting Blue

    • @jfpelletier296
      @jfpelletier296 4 роки тому +2

      Not in the same price range as the A4 Avant

    • @Mrsouthsideman
      @Mrsouthsideman 3 роки тому

      You bastard the volvo is not as nice how dare you talk like this

  • @markphilip673
    @markphilip673 4 роки тому +75

    "you get the same amount of extras like in a turkish prison cell" - it's actually quite lovely here

    • @DashDriver-z1r
      @DashDriver-z1r 4 роки тому +1

      Mark Philip like a turipkish prison if you have lots money it talks and you part with lots to get the luxury like storage on the rear of the front seats or as audi call it Versatility pack. Guy on UA-cam had fully spec Q5 TDI AT 56K LOL

  • @Dyo17192
    @Dyo17192 4 роки тому +3

    Loving your reviews Matt. This is what Top Gear used to be like before it got all supercars only , silly stunts and a little juvenile. I've watched all your vids now. Informative, concise and honest

  • @niclaskuhn2942
    @niclaskuhn2942 3 роки тому +5

    Hey Matt, Love your videos! You said, that the TFSI petrol engines would bei problematic regarding the oil burning . That is just half of the truth due to the fact, that after the facelift (starting in 2012, the model you drove) there were no longer these sort of problems. The well-known 1.8 TFSI engine with either 120 or 160 HP (pre-facelift) used to tend having too high oil consumption, but the engine with 170hp was and is still much more reliable. So from this side I can definitely recommend this engine. Also the 2.0 TDIs with 163 HP have - at 400nm - much better torque than the 150 or 177hp versions. And they are even more economical.
    Greetings from Germany!

    • @bapoo
      @bapoo 3 роки тому +2

      It’s a good point, and in about 2015 Audi UK agreed to fix affected 2008-12 tfsi engines meeting certain servicing conditions. If one has been “rebuilt” by Audi under their contribution based correction/fix scheme following the US class action they are as good as, if not more reliable than the later B8.5 (2013>) ones. Make sure the tensioner and timing chain was replaced in the process too (will be on the invoice). Absolutely fabulous vehicles, utterly wipe the floor with the competition especially the Quattro, an absolute machine in the wet.

  • @1972dsrai
    @1972dsrai 3 роки тому +2

    I’ve got the manual 6 speed 170bhp twin exhaust model. Its a beautiful car tbf. Its both practical and has performance. As my daily driver theres very little negative I can say about it. Its the black edition and comes with full leather and tinted windows as standard.

  • @StephSancia
    @StephSancia 2 роки тому

    I've just 2 days ago bought a 2008 Audi A4 Avant 3.2Q Auto with a new Aruba Blue paint job and stunning tan interior with new pirelli tyres, brakes, servicing etc and new snow chains thrown in and OMG, I'm blown away, I've had some cool cars in the UK in my time in the 80s and 90s but Goodness Gracious, NASA eat ya Heart Out !! I was looking for Diesel but this was up for grabs at a Cool price and the Cool price was All I had so purchased it. I had to UA-cam how to start it, how to adjust seat and steering wheel but it looks so very stunningly beautiful, I'm just blown away and it all seems so surreal. I used to work for Vauxhall and Ford in the UK and had some Cool vehicles but it would seem that style and specifications have moved on light years in the last few decades. I've more years behind than in front but I'll take this Audi to the Grave, it's just stunning and did I say I'm blown away with it !

  • @mihaipopa2330
    @mihaipopa2330 2 роки тому +3

    Even though the comment is a bit late, you should know the door lock issues are caused by the dirt (carbon dust) gathered in the small electric motors that lock and unlock the mechanism inside. Just a bit of cleaning (but quite a lot of disassembly and assembly required) and is good as new. About 2 hours / door.
    BTW: Keyless entry and keyless go is nice, I've got that stock on my car and is the next best thing after the sliced bread.
    And the quattro is priceless! Stability during cornering is much better, handling on snow and ice is through the roof but the downside is the fuel economy, I'd say about 0.5 to 1 extra liter of diesel/100km.

  • @1972dsrai
    @1972dsrai 3 роки тому +4

    I have a 2.0 TDI S Line Special Edition Estate and I love it. Never owned an estate before, but it is really practical, but has the performance when you need it. As for styling, it looks really cool and doesn’t drive like what you’d think an estate would. The only issue is with parking, being so bloody long. I agree about the spec, mine has everything you could need, but no AC for some reason. You’d think that would be standard in an S Line special edition, but no.

    • @ln5747
      @ln5747 Рік тому

      No AC? What year? If it's black edition AC is standard

  • @stefan5218
    @stefan5218 4 роки тому +30

    it might be a bit boring i agree, but for me this is the perfect every day car. i been driving a well maintenanced b6 avant for some years now and not one day was i disappointed owning it. you get a little bit of everything: design, build quality, space, decent performance stats and fuel consumption for the diesel models is also very good. i still like the b8 design and am probably going to buy one of these as my next car - the only problem is, i really love the b6 and it was one of THE most desirable cars to drive when i was 18 - now that i own it and customized it the way i wanted it, it is hard to just leave it behind :D guess i´ll be driving it till it breaks, which is at this point very much unlikely but hey maybe in another 300.000km :D

    • @diogovieira3362
      @diogovieira3362 4 роки тому +1

      B6 was a fantastic model
      Boring? err sure I guess...

    • @stefan5218
      @stefan5218 4 роки тому +1

      @@diogovieira3362 for me neither the b6 or b8 are boring, but i can understand why for some people this might be the case. audi just did not take any risks with the design and wanted a car that ages well - i think that is what they do best actually. the a4 always had this kinda understatement look, it just swims in traffic and is noticed as a good looking car but it does not scream "here i am look at me" unless you drive an s4 or rs4 - but to be honest i kinda enjoy that.

    • @metigame1450
      @metigame1450 Рік тому +1

      300.000km are breakfast for this car if u maintain it, I guess u will be driving that for a very long time 😜

  • @Bbill2k2
    @Bbill2k2 4 роки тому +4

    Great cars, I picked up one from coparts with minor front damage. An A4 B8 Avant S-Line Quattro 2.0 170 manual here with about 10k of extras inc a lovely panoramic roof, electric seats, front and rear heating 3 zone climate. It's not as fun as the 330d I had or anywhere near as sprightly as my previous 123d but for long trips not much competes for sub £5k.

  • @oceanscriminal3109
    @oceanscriminal3109 4 роки тому +1

    I live in New York and don't see much diesel vehicles. I get so much info by watching your reviews since reviewed from Europe. Perfect for comparison. For fun.

    • @HighPeakAutos
      @HighPeakAutos  4 роки тому +1

      That’s interesting. Thanks for watching

    • @oceanscriminal3109
      @oceanscriminal3109 4 роки тому +2

      @@HighPeakAutos gasoline (petrol), is about the same price as diesel. Some gas stations don't have diesel.

  • @jamesk1806
    @jamesk1806 4 роки тому +6

    Estates definitely look better in the A4 and A6 range. Jag XF and Mondeo also good looking estates.
    My 1st estate was a Vauxhall Omega. Great car and huge boot.

  • @tungstencarbide7255
    @tungstencarbide7255 4 роки тому

    Easily my favourite car reviewer. Honest, straight to the point and tailored for the average bloke.

  • @philging
    @philging 4 роки тому

    Good information . . . my wife just bought the A6 2.7 S line Quattro and she is very pleased with it.

  • @Ginger-Tom13
    @Ginger-Tom13 4 роки тому +3

    Entertaining as always. And I love your warts ‘n’ all reviews. Someone needs to sponsor you to do this across the full ‘affordable’ car spectrum

  • @ronlilwood733
    @ronlilwood733 3 роки тому +1

    Had one for 18 months. 2.0tdi s line 140. Nothing I’d want to replace it with. It just does everything perfectly. Definitely need tints in estates lol

    • @ln5747
      @ln5747 Рік тому

      Yes same, perfect size for me.

  • @advantagemarine7305
    @advantagemarine7305 2 роки тому +1

    I just bought one of these today, a 2014 in the same colour, 2.0 tdi quattro s line automatic with 175 bhp, no leather and only the basic concert radio but it is to be our second car paired with a Touareg R line 4,2 V8 tdi which has everything, the Audi holds it´s own against the Touareg in the way it drives and the quality cabin feel but obviously no match in power. However, as a family car for us with two kids and two dogs it will work just fine, living in Sweden on a farm the Quattro will be a useful thing in wintertime. Also, I work with boats a lot and this car can tow 2.1 ton and again, the quattro will come in useful on the boat ramps for smaller boats and trailer loads but again I have a Touareg which will pull 3.5 ton if need be. I feel it was a more sensible choice after test driving a C350 AMG touring yesterday which was more fun but......

  • @drogenfeld
    @drogenfeld 4 роки тому +12

    If I ever were to buy an A4, it'd be the 3.0 TDI Quattro. I don't like the barely enough themed 2.0TDI engines, and the timing chain is not that much of an issue honestly. Sure it costs a bit more than the belt to replace but the interval is much longer and you get more out of the 3.0 engine, makes the car quite different.

  • @standrew1656
    @standrew1656 4 роки тому +2

    Yup! When it comes to styling, that car is really up there! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻😁😁😁

  • @stephandolby
    @stephandolby 4 роки тому +1

    4:45 Unexpectedly well-timed during a chat about clutches and DMFs. :)

  • @joethompson1
    @joethompson1 Рік тому

    my parents have one of these, and it’s the highest spec, and it’s a gorgeous car, and it’s stage 1 remapped, so it’s got that bit more power, so it’s a really good car.

  • @stejacjam660
    @stejacjam660 4 роки тому +1

    I have 150k Meteor Grey Tdi late 2008 S line owned for 4 years. Absolute spot on review. Boring but dependable, solid no squeaks, takes all the crap down to Devon no problem, great looking. Just about to replace the DMF as its worth the investment. Great family car.

  • @Stainwhite
    @Stainwhite Рік тому

    Love this car, I’ve got a red B8 SLine and it’s spot on, it looks aggressive and has all the features you need from a modern car.

  • @saddoncarrs6963
    @saddoncarrs6963 4 роки тому +1

    What I like about the Audi A4 is that you can still buy a brand new front wheel drive, petrol engined, medium sized saloon or estate car without privacy glass. You'd be amazed how difficult that is these days.

  • @davidmoynahan9585
    @davidmoynahan9585 4 роки тому +2

    yes I agree, tinted windows would suit the colour well. Plus helps hide your loot in the boot.

  • @leeholt563
    @leeholt563 4 роки тому

    Nailed it with the description of the avant.... They sure are their own car in terms of looks. They look great I think

  • @ShalomBrother
    @ShalomBrother 4 роки тому +50

    I’d say the 850 T5 R was the first cool estate!

    • @Birmingham_racing
      @Birmingham_racing 4 роки тому +5

      Agreed

    • @ravennexusmh
      @ravennexusmh 4 роки тому +10

      Audi RS2!!! Which spured Volvo on to make the t5 r.
      But 315hp, quattro. Porsche wheels and brakes factory fitted and a 6spd manual. Absolutely badass in its baby blue paint

    • @XbillabongjohnX
      @XbillabongjohnX 4 роки тому +4

      Or whats that Nissan estate from the 90s stagea or something. Based on the skyline I believe.

    • @hsvcommodore4111
      @hsvcommodore4111 4 роки тому +1

      Cool wagons have always been around, just look at the amazing hige amercan wagons from the 50-70

    • @Birmingham_racing
      @Birmingham_racing 4 роки тому +1

      HSV Commodore if we're talking imports don't forget to gmc typhoon

  • @malthuswasright
    @malthuswasright 4 роки тому +1

    Alfa 156 Sportwagon was a cool looking estate back in the late 90s/early 2000s. Still looks fantastic. (Admittedly the rear styling compromises it as a load lugger, but that's Italian style for you.)

  • @ROGEXTREME
    @ROGEXTREME 4 роки тому +1

    I like your reviews and cars. Good sensible buys that won’t loose a load of cash as they depreciate.

  • @ldforever567
    @ldforever567 4 роки тому

    Hi Matt, as well as the Lexus is250 F sport I bought after your review convinced me, we also have a 2008 Audi A6 2.7TDI Lemans. Had it now for nearly 3 years. Apart from servicing it has been faultless. Its grey with the black window tints, RS wheels, seats etc. Lovely car, just enough power and torque to make it feel effortless. Serves us well as the family car. Keep toying with trading it in but, its on 90k and drives like a much younger car and still looks the part.

  • @Marty-Mc
    @Marty-Mc 4 роки тому +17

    Probably a good buy for a lot of folks, I like the look of Audi's as a whole, but not sure I want to be tarnished with the Audi driver reputation, if you get my drift.

    • @w3villz425
      @w3villz425 4 роки тому

      Uhh what reputation?

    • @DashDriver-z1r
      @DashDriver-z1r 4 роки тому +2

      Try getting let out of anywhere in a nice looking Audi, some people look at you as the most arrogant sod on the road. The cars come with stigma definitely

    • @azza1793
      @azza1793 4 роки тому +1

      Can’t be worse than a “Volvo driver”

  • @Habs1967
    @Habs1967 Рік тому +1

    Audi & Volvo really mastered the estate cars.

  • @bruce6014
    @bruce6014 4 роки тому

    I've got one, had it for a year, good car, no complaints.

  • @stevie007
    @stevie007 4 роки тому

    Hi Matt, delete all the negative crap that you may be receiving. I personally think you are spot on with your reviews and a top fella ( End Of ) 👌👌👌👌👌

    • @HighPeakAutos
      @HighPeakAutos  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks! I appreciate it as always

    • @stevie007
      @stevie007 4 роки тому +1

      @@HighPeakAutos Always here if you need me mate 👌👌👌👌

  • @paultaylor9652
    @paultaylor9652 4 роки тому +3

    Lovely Jubbly, estates all the way, SUV's are just a fashion statement bit like MPV's were a little over ten years ago.

  • @klipoo972
    @klipoo972 4 роки тому

    Drinving one for almost 10 years, 3.0 v6 tdi with s-tronic geabox, got 545000 km mileage and still run like a charm, one wheel bearing starts to make some noises but despites, everything is from factory.

  • @marcushorsley4019
    @marcushorsley4019 4 роки тому +1

    I loved my A6 Avant, such an amazing car in every way. And much bigger inside compared to a Q5!

    • @chrishart8548
      @chrishart8548 4 роки тому

      Isn't that like saying a A4 is bigger inside than a Q3 ?

  • @Fredsworld99
    @Fredsworld99 4 роки тому +1

    You know what, I'm in the market for a new car now.. my dream would be the rs6, probably the previous gen from current. Audis are nice! Just hate when things go wrong

  • @wowcarwow
    @wowcarwow 4 роки тому

    It looks great and drives like a dream. I wish they made cars that don’t require servicing. Over here it’s so rare that no one wants it.

  • @grahamgardner2508
    @grahamgardner2508 Рік тому

    Great review as always.
    Just to note the reason people with families would buy a q3 or quashqai is due to the higher sitting position and also child seats are easier to use being higher up.

  • @mountainconstructions
    @mountainconstructions 4 роки тому +2

    Always the best reviews

  • @ozhoneybadger
    @ozhoneybadger 3 роки тому

    This channel is highly underrated.

  • @johnbrown3951
    @johnbrown3951 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the film. I was looking at getting an A4 Avant as my next car so that was really helpful.

  • @nzvii743
    @nzvii743 4 роки тому +29

    How strange
    I’m buying a a4 avant this weekend (well hopefully)

    • @HighPeakAutos
      @HighPeakAutos  4 роки тому +6

      Not this one is it? haha

    • @chumley24
      @chumley24 4 роки тому

      Ive had mine for 5 years and apart from one wheel bearing and the clutch, all i have had is services, nothing else gone wrong, average 10k per year.Right workhorse, 2.0 tdi Good fuel economy as well.

    • @krevevtak
      @krevevtak 3 роки тому

      so, how it did go?

  • @MrNwapp
    @MrNwapp 4 роки тому +3

    Thanks, Matt, for another entertaining review. And another estate that I think looks much better than the saloon version is the Jag XF Sportbrake.

  • @MartinJG100
    @MartinJG100 4 роки тому

    You are right about the estate. It's almost a juxta situation where the the saloon looks more like the standard afterthought. A good few years ago, the UK was the biggest market for estates in Europe. All part of the welly boot culture. The saloon was very much the norm in Euroland. I think there was subtle change when Audi introduced their quite revolutionary Audi Avant popularised with their 'Vorsprung Durch Technik' Andrew Palmer ad campaign featuring little Wolfgang.

  • @MP-Fin
    @MP-Fin 4 роки тому +2

    Great video mate. Lot's of Quattro Avants here in northern Finland, because of the winter. Have a great weekend!

  • @OrionCrazyCarl
    @OrionCrazyCarl 4 роки тому

    I had the same, but the black edition, it was a brilliant car, beautiful in the avant, I replaced it with the a6 c7, sline black and I can't fault it, once it was remapped anyways, just love the look, love coming home from work and seeing it on my drive 😂

  • @frantikfueled
    @frantikfueled 4 роки тому

    Volvo v60 2015 onwards with the facelift. D4 and blue ocean race, front and back cameras optional. Couldn’t be happier, for now ;)

  • @stuartday1876
    @stuartday1876 4 роки тому

    Volvo made estate cars cool, back in the 90's with the 850 T5. It's on my list of cars I couldn't afford in the 90's but would buy now just for nostalgia!

  • @williamfence566
    @williamfence566 4 роки тому +33

    Friend has a RS6 and it's mental. But so was the cost of his last service.
    20 inches ruins the ride imo.

    • @DashDriver-z1r
      @DashDriver-z1r 4 роки тому +3

      William Fence my old boss had a s4 avant- and as it 80k the costs to fix it go try watering he binned it and he runs a multi million pound business. He has a load a bad failures that we’re common issues. The RS and S models seem like the ultimate cars but they are riddle with expensive flaws

    • @MrAndyS
      @MrAndyS 4 роки тому +3

      I got 20 inches and I've spoilt my girlfriend

    • @azza1793
      @azza1793 4 роки тому +1

      Andy S spoilt or split?

    • @Shane-zx4ps
      @Shane-zx4ps 4 роки тому +2

      Andy S. Don’t be silly she is well used to my 20”😃

  • @simonupex2628
    @simonupex2628 4 роки тому

    Blimey Matt has the car trade stopped, 3 releases in quick succession, well at least you've something else to keep you busy lol. Good stuff as always looking forward to the next vlog.

  • @matthewdavies2812
    @matthewdavies2812 4 роки тому

    I drive a 69 reg A4 Avant black ed and I'm always amazed at how much I can chuck in there. Perfect for when I moved house. Still has the rotor wheels! Fancy a 330d touring for some more fun.

  • @MotorTorq_ZA
    @MotorTorq_ZA 4 роки тому

    I originally thought avants were dull but I saw an A4 S Line Avant and completely changed my mind

  • @archechme
    @archechme 4 роки тому

    Great review as always. Funny you should upload this because I have to tell you about my A3 and its "options" or should I say, lack thereof.
    My own Audi A3 black edition was £26k new and was a company lease originally. It has absolutely no optional extras on it at all apart from cruise control. It does NOT have any of the following: full leather or heated or power operated seats with lumbar support, power folding mirrors, automatic lights, automatic wipers, cornering fog lights, sat nav, bluetooth, USB input, parking sensors front and/or back, seat storage on back of the front seats or hill hold assist. Yet, adjusted for inflation it cost £33,000! It's insanity! Power lumbar adjustment was a £195 option on a £26k car!
    But nonetheless, I don't think there's much more to say about the B8 A4 that you said in this video. It's perfectly competent and does a great no-thrills job of being a great allrounder.

    • @HighPeakAutos
      @HighPeakAutos  4 роки тому

      Thats quite right and I'm not surprised about your lack of options. Audi are famous for it

    • @archechme
      @archechme 4 роки тому

      @@HighPeakAutos Rightly so. Not too bothered about most of that stuff. If you ever get hold of a half decent A3 from 2008-2012 please make a video. I'd love to hear your thoughts on it, especially the controversial ones haha.

  • @solardiymadesimple.3779
    @solardiymadesimple.3779 4 роки тому

    Brought a black edition in red last year and I have to agree with you 100% on your review. Red has to be the best though 👍

  • @Birmingham_racing
    @Birmingham_racing 4 роки тому +12

    I think Audi's definitely look better as an estate than a saloon. I do like the styling but the interior and user interface is too similar to the 2008 model. The 2016 looks soo much better

    • @RKUK6
      @RKUK6 4 роки тому +1

      Gotta agree with you there, the 2016 model is such a refresh from the older models, very comfortable with a decent dynamic driving mode

    • @rickphelan5438
      @rickphelan5438 4 роки тому

      Genuinely saw a new shape A4 saloon today (20 plate) and they are still putting those rotor alloys on them!! They have been using them for best part of 10 years!!

    • @orecrnogorac5388
      @orecrnogorac5388 4 роки тому +3

      @@rickphelan5438 Well they look sick, no need to change em.

    • @joshoprayy
      @joshoprayy 4 роки тому

      Rick Phelan They’re more angled than the kind of the soft round edged ones on the car in the video. Still look good.

  • @andypeebles2242
    @andypeebles2242 4 роки тому +2

    Good review Mat, those alloys really set the car off. If I was in the market for an A4, I'd go for the Allroad.

  • @hassana22
    @hassana22 4 роки тому +1

    I have got one 15 plate S line the ride is not comfortable at all. 🌺🌺. As always love your videos

    • @DashDriver-z1r
      @DashDriver-z1r 4 роки тому

      rzgar badin my dislike of the sline interior was the headliner being dark makes the cabin feel small and cramped. The outsides look much better though, the suspension is firmer in the sline.

  • @colechapman6976
    @colechapman6976 3 роки тому

    This thing still looks modern 8 years later! A Subaru or Volvo wagon both look old and out of date in 2022 but this somehow still looks like it came out a year or two ago. Definitely looks like it's at least a 2018 model year but it's from 2014. Pretty impressive for Audi

    • @ln5747
      @ln5747 Рік тому

      Yes mine is 2011 so pre facelift and still looks far more modern the c class and 3 series of same age. Top spec black edition helps.

  • @markgollan
    @markgollan 4 роки тому

    I have had 2x 2.0 tdi and my last one went to 215000 and never missed a beat and my current one is at 100000 and runs brilliant

    • @ln5747
      @ln5747 2 роки тому

      Audi's? Auto?

  • @dunkyhut
    @dunkyhut 4 роки тому +2

    Great review as always.
    I actually think the push key is a good idea as there has been stories of people outside your house stealing the key signal and using it to start the car on the keyless models.
    Although I suppose they would just break in to steal the key if they really wanted the car anyway, so maybe not so good.

  • @raymck2115
    @raymck2115 4 роки тому

    I love my Audi's always been a fan and had a few A4 & A6 Avant's but your enthusiasm really shown through for this car, so funny mate. It felt like its a car it goes and hell theres worse cars out there. very funny lol

  • @markratcliffe2652
    @markratcliffe2652 4 роки тому +1

    Looking at buying an A4 Avant thanks for the quality info

  • @rob5944
    @rob5944 4 роки тому

    In my opinion it's the sloping roof to the rear helps with the modern estate cars image, however it impacts in their practicality as it decreases the loading aperture.

  • @paulmussett94
    @paulmussett94 4 роки тому

    Can’t see the point of a SUV when you can have one of these. I agree.
    Fast estates seem to be “flavour of the month”. Why not, there the perfect combination. New BMW M340i touring.
    Audi’s ubiquitous RS6 and RS4 Avants.
    Remember the touring car V70s around Donnington?
    I will take the A4 avant or BMW touring every time.........and I do, a ing both on the driveway.
    Nice car Matt, should sell very quickly!
    Cracking presentation as usual.

  • @benjamindoyle668
    @benjamindoyle668 4 роки тому

    There are plenty more boring cars than an A4 (Avensis?) and I don't think the A4 is necessarily worse than a C-Class or 3-Series, but different. The bit about the burning oil is absolutely right, at least on earlier models. Liking your channel!

  • @kingoneeyed3433
    @kingoneeyed3433 4 роки тому +80

    I can see your not used to driving an Audi Matt because your not close enough to the car in front.

    • @HighPeakAutos
      @HighPeakAutos  4 роки тому +24

      Haha And I was using my indicators. Practice makes perfect I'm sure

    • @Patient_Lion_BS
      @Patient_Lion_BS 4 роки тому +4

      Ok I thought this was a meme until a few months ago where I saw 2014 audi A4 tailgating the ef out of the slow car in front, tailgating is so rare in my area but damn,
      Since then I've seen another 4 odd Audi's doing the same! I'm gonna sound like a complete idiot but why do they tailgate like idiots

    • @philbateson7966
      @philbateson7966 4 роки тому +2

      @Zand Boss ..are better..

    • @philcrockford5534
      @philcrockford5534 4 роки тому +6

      This one obviously doesn't have the magnetic front bumper option

    • @robloxfan4271
      @robloxfan4271 4 роки тому

      My uncle owns an audi fyi 😂

  • @LHRSBN
    @LHRSBN 4 роки тому

    Great review, as always. The shape and colours of the air-freshener dangling from the rear view mirror reminds me of the stickers you must stick on the back of your car if you are an elderly, or a new driver in Japan.

  • @anthonywhite721
    @anthonywhite721 4 роки тому +11

    Tell you what fella I really like that Audi. Your get some lovely stock dude

    • @HighPeakAutos
      @HighPeakAutos  4 роки тому +1

      Cheers. The 20" wheels really set it off

  • @Jamie.S
    @Jamie.S 5 місяців тому

    Thank you, I’m looking at a petrol Quattro 😅 I was solely focused on blue but that grey does look nice as well

  • @wightwalker2453
    @wightwalker2453 4 роки тому

    I've had one with the 2.7tdi v6 s line for 10 years and nothing apart from the motorised manifold flaps (car worked fine with this issue but mot fail due to engine warning light so had to fix it) has gone wrong. Smooth, unstressed, solid and reliable car.

    • @HighPeakAutos
      @HighPeakAutos  4 роки тому +1

      How did you fix that?

    • @wightwalker2453
      @wightwalker2453 4 роки тому

      High Peak Autos went to an Audi specialist near Southampton who charged me £2k (saw me coming), they replaced the units on both banks, they should be done together even if just one is out.

    • @ln5747
      @ln5747 2 роки тому +1

      @@HighPeakAutos I believe it can be fixed literally with a £10 bracket off Amazon and an hour's work. Allegedly it's a very common issue on VAG diesels, lots of YT videos on it. I presume this is for fault code P2015 (sometimes other codes come on also). I ended up paying £900 for diagnostic, 2 visits and eventual new manifold. Gutted I didn't try the bracket before as I knew about it from forums, foolishly just trusted the VAG independent specialist. It's a design fault on the flap that fails but car works fine despite having engine light on, just won't pass MOT. Bracket keeps the flap in the correct position and light goes off.

  • @comeonman7423
    @comeonman7423 4 роки тому

    Yep agree avant looks so much better than the saloon, but the 2.0TFSI is a lovely engine and mated to the dsg is hot hatch fast. Keep up the amazing work 🙌🏽

  • @athollmcnicoll256
    @athollmcnicoll256 4 роки тому

    Cheers Matt, I used to drive its smaller brother , A3's but soo went back to the 3 series. Cheers for the update, still prefer that S90 Volvo but so far no one up here wants to sell one for a decent price - that is Scotland for you, tight as they come.

  • @CB-DW
    @CB-DW 4 роки тому

    CLS Shooting Brake (2015 onwards), now that is a mighty fine looking estate.

  • @terryboy1235
    @terryboy1235 4 роки тому

    Tinting the windows would look fabulous on it! Great info on buying a used Audi btw cheers! 👍🏻💚⭐️

  • @Interisti2506
    @Interisti2506 4 роки тому

    I can't believe what you just said about owning an RS4 Avant 😆
    You are right about keeping it on the road.
    Discs and pads all round was £2200.00.
    Two new front shocks £2400.00.
    2 New brake lines £350.00.
    I loved the car but I could not carry on paying out that sort of money.
    Thats now a treble on insults 😆 🤣 😂 .
    I have just purchased a Giullietta QV which I'm looking forward to picking up on Saturday.
    Keep up the great work buddy and congratulations on two years of quality reviews.

    • @HighPeakAutos
      @HighPeakAutos  4 роки тому +1

      Haha they’re great cars but really expensive to keep running - as you know! Enjoy the Alfa 😉

  • @samradford123
    @samradford123 3 роки тому

    I have this car, in white, black edition, auto, 2013. I love it!

  • @caprirob
    @caprirob 4 роки тому +3

    Another great video Matt - 2 things though - the car that made estates desirable was the BMW E30 325i Touring way back in 1988
    And hands down the best looking estate car of the late 2000’s / early 2010’s is the Alfa 159 Sportwagon in Ti Spec.
    Otherwise you’re spot on - as usual 😜

  • @DimitrisPistis
    @DimitrisPistis Рік тому

    What about the Subaru Legacy wagon? They were also designed for being a wagon. The sedan seemed to be made out of the wagon. And they are a gem to drive. Also they are bulletproof and very well build.

  • @vxrbandit2527
    @vxrbandit2527 4 роки тому

    👌👌👌 Always a pleasure, and never a chore watching your uploads Matt 👌👌👌

  • @Hustwick
    @Hustwick 4 роки тому +3

    The A6 Avant is wonderful.

    • @chrishart8548
      @chrishart8548 4 роки тому

      Even in the lower spec with steel wheels?

    • @Hustwick
      @Hustwick 4 роки тому

      @@chrishart8548 Yes. It's comfortable, practical and frugal. Can't recall ever seeing one on steel wheels though.

    • @chrishart8548
      @chrishart8548 4 роки тому

      @@Hustwick looks like they start at the SE model. I know a few BMW's came with steels. I thought I looked up a base model A6 2.0 diesel. It was only just over £30k and had steel wheels. Maybe I was wrong.

    • @Hustwick
      @Hustwick 4 роки тому

      @@chrishart8548 Oh, mine was a 2008 (can't recall the spec) that I had up till 2018. I changed work and now do 99% city driving so switched it as I didn't need a big diesel engine estate.

  • @ghost21501
    @ghost21501 Рік тому

    I'm getting rid of my X5 35D for one of these. I'm in the US, so im getting the 2.0 petrol. I owned a Tiguan for a few years with the same powertrain, and I had no issues with it, except the oil burning.

  • @munawarhussain9859
    @munawarhussain9859 4 роки тому +1

    love your videos keep it bro

  • @liamcinq
    @liamcinq 4 роки тому +1

    3 videos in 1 week 👏

  • @robloxfan4271
    @robloxfan4271 4 роки тому

    The a4 is a fantastic car, been in a 2014 se teknik which my uncle owns and its very nice

  • @esinduhije1
    @esinduhije1 4 роки тому

    You are the best orator there is,👍🏿

  • @alchapman1052
    @alchapman1052 4 роки тому

    A really nice looker and spot on with the colour . A good review as always .

  • @ianpalmer4840
    @ianpalmer4840 4 роки тому

    Was thinking of buying one, but went for the BMW f31 . Much better auto box ,quite quick, and I think better looking, but it's all personal taste. Good video.

  • @Andy-From-England
    @Andy-From-England 4 роки тому

    Great content Matt love your videos always very witty keep it up

  • @mattpickering6522
    @mattpickering6522 4 роки тому

    Lovely review as always my friend keep up the good work

  • @wackyrc1394
    @wackyrc1394 4 роки тому

    Like this sleek Audi very much and an excellent review in marvellous backdrop, great thing this internet youtube, thank you 👍