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Best In Class: Compact Executive

1. Audi A4 2001

4Car Used Rating:
Car Rating 5
Recommended:
Audi A4 1.9 TDI SE 130

Why buy one?

With a solid appearance and exceptional build quality, this is probably the first A4 that has been fun to drive. A massive choice of engines includes excellent turbodiesels that deliver over 50mpg. Better equipment levels than ever and falling prices.

What to look for

There were a surprising number of breakdowns early on, when the VW group had faulty coil packs that left cars stranded. There can still be some engine management nags and the automatic gearbox is not always the smoothest.

Where to buy

High-mileage examples can be found at auctions and car supermarkets, as it's very pricey at Audi dealers. Buy clean one-owner examples from small independent specialists.

What to pay at a dealer including warranty: Audi A4 1.9 TDI SE 130

Year Mileage Price Mileage Price
2001 40K £10500 70K £9100
2002 30K £11400 60K £10000
2003 20K £13000 40K £11900

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