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2009 Audi A4 Features Review

November 5, 2008

FEATURES | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Leather will be standard
Motor Trend

No complaints
Edmunds

Amazing selection of useful options
Popular Mechanics

MMI can be tedious at times
Cars.com

Apart from its variety of body styles, drivetrains, and safety systems, the 2009 Audi A4 offers a host of standard and optional features that are among the best in its class.

Standard features on the A4 include the usual power accessories, an AM/FM/CD player, and air conditioning. Motor Trend adds that “leather will be standard.”

Moving smartly up the pricing scale, the options available on the Audi A4 can quickly run up its sticker. Among the audio options, Motor Trend adds, is “a choice of Bang & Olufsen stereo systems, including the excellent 14-speaker setup we sampled, plus a six-disc CD changer and iPod connectivity.” Of the upmarket sound systems, Edmunds says, “We have no complaints.” Bluetooth connectivity is also available, as is Sirius Satellite Radio.

A cutting-edge feature in the A4 that shares some traits with other German sedans is Audi’s MMI (Multi Media Interface), which commands available audio, navigation, and climate control systems. “It makes [BMW’s] iDrive seem like a cruel joke,” Edmunds reports. “In the A4 and other Audis, a knob and buttons on the center console are used to navigate menus and make selections that appear on a dashboard screen,” Cars.com explains, adding that “MMI can be tedious to use at times, but Audi does provide secondary controls for the air conditioning system.”

A keyless entry system is offered on the new 2009 Audi A4. “It can—like most cars in this segment—recall radio presets, exterior mirror positions, and interior-and-exterior lighting preferences on approach and egress,” Cars.com reports. “But programmability now extends to many more ancillaries, such as deactivating the auto-up feature on the rear windows or turning down the intensity of the steering-wheel warning vibes when the new lane-monitoring option thinks you're veering.”

Popular Mechanics also mentions the Audi’s more exotic options, like “active cruise control, lane monitoring and collision warning—not to mention Audi side assist, a radar-based system that warns against vehicles approaching from the rear three-quarter view—often a potential blind spot for drivers.”

Conclusion

The 2009 Audi A4 offers a high level of standard equipment, and some high-tech options that ratchet its price tag up above $40,000.

FEATURES | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:Leather will be standardMotor TrendNo complaintsEdmundsAmazing selection of useful optionsPopular MechanicsMMI can be tedious at timesCars.com Apart from its variety of body styles, drivetrains, and safety systems, the 2009 Audi A4 offers a host of standard and optional features that are among the best in its class. Standard features on the A4 include the usual power accessories, an AM/FM/CD player, and air conditioning. Motor Trend adds that “leather will be standard.” Moving smartly up the pricing scale, the options available on the Audi A4 can quickly run up its sticker. Among the audio options, Motor Trend adds, is “a choice of Bang & Olufsen stereo systems, including the excellent 14-speaker setup we sampled, plus a six-disc CD changer and iPod connectivity.” Of the upmarket sound systems, Edmunds says, “We have no complaints.” Bluetooth connectivity is also available, as is Sirius Satellite Radio. A cutting-edge feature in the A4 that shares some traits with other German sedans is Audi’s MMI (Multi Media Interface), which commands available audio, navigation, and climate control systems. “It makes [BMW’s] iDrive seem like a cruel joke,” Edmunds reports. “In the A4 and other Audis, a knob and buttons on the center console are used to navigate menus and make selections that appear on a dashboard screen,” Cars.com explains, adding that “MMI can be tedious to use at times, but Audi does provide secondary controls for the air conditioning system.” A keyless entry system is offered on the new 2009 Audi A4. “It can—like most cars in this segment—recall radio presets, exterior mirror positions, and interior-and-exterior lighting preferences on approach and egress,” Cars.com reports. “But programmability now extends to many more ancillaries, such as deactivating the auto-up feature on the rear windows or turning down the intensity of the steering-wheel warning vibes when the new lane-monitoring option thinks you're veering.” Popular Mechanics also mentions the Audi’s more exotic options, like “active cruise control, lane monitoring and collision warning—not to mention Audi side assist, a radar-based system that warns against vehicles approaching from the rear three-quarter view—often a potential blind spot for drivers.” ConclusionThe 2009 Audi A4 offers a high level of standard equipment, and some high-tech options that ratchet its price tag up above $40,000. 2009 AUDI A4 STYLING | [8 out of 10] AutoWeek: “Grows from one of the smallest…to one of the largest” Car and Driver: “Infinitely more presence” Motor Trend: “Planted, sportier stance” Motor Trend: Interior has “clean, attractive design” The 2009 Audi A4 sports a larger body with a ...

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Other Choices:

The 2009 Audi A4’s chief rivals are the BMW 3-Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The BMW 3-Series is perhaps the most popular, though in its current edition, it’s become heavier and quite expensive, yet its turbocharged in-line six offers brilliant power. The Mercedes C-Class has more capable handling than before, but rear-seat room is still cramped and its interior styling a little complex. The Infiniti G35 sports BMW-like handling with a distinctly Japanese flair, while the Cadillac CTS is perhaps GM’s best effort yet, with remarkable European-style handling, ample V-6 power, and a world-class entertainment system.

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Comments (12 total)

  1. By Adel El Husseiny #1, Posted: 7/24/2008

    Chairman

    Top Rated car for year 2009

  2. By  bbscan #2, Posted: 8/4/2008

    Wish the performance was a little stronger

    Sounds like a great new audi a4, but performance wise it doesnt seem like it can compete with some of the makes.

  3. By Staci #3, Posted: 9/13/2008

    Don't know about yours, but I LOVE mine!

    I took delivery of my new 2009 Audi A4 1.8T exactly a week ago today. Not only is it a total head-turner, the performance has eclipsed the previous model. Biased is probably an understatement - this is my 6th Audi - but this is a truly awesome vehicle. Much quicker, holds the road with confidence, and the hesitation experienced with the previous model has been eliminated. Even with the increase in horsepower and torque, my first tank of gas averaged 30.9 mpg!
    With Bluetooth and an intuitive cockpit, the hands-free media experiences couldn't be easier.
    The longer wheelbase smooths out the ride, and the roomier interior is a joy for extra passengers.
    And don't you just love the LED running lights?
    My only complaint so far: I use a Blackberry which syncs with Outlook. Since I have 600+ contacts, they won't download so that they can be accessed solely through the car instead of dialed from the handset.

  4. By Andy Constantinou #4, Posted: 10/6/2008

    Mr

    I've just turned my first 1000 miles on my 2009 A4 3.2 quattro. The factory 0-60 est. of 6.3 sec is an understatement. It is no doubt under 6.0. My '05 TT 225hp is rated at 6.3 sec and this is much quicker. The new longer wheelbase gives the A4 a luxury "E-class" feel with a sportier command. I test drove this car (July'08) at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma and compared it against the BMW-3, MBZ C-class and Lexus-IS. None come close to the feel of the Audi. I prefer to drive this car as a daily driver over ANY other car and I own Audi's, VW's, Porsche and MBZ.

  5. By  auto car #5, Posted: 11/27/2008

    2009 audi review

    2009 audi review

  6. By xor #6, Posted: 1/1/2009

    Love this car

    I truly think this car is supreme.

  7. By Kavan #7, Posted: 1/14/2009

    New A4 09 2.0T Canada

    Have had the car for about 3 weeks now, cannot complain a bit. It moves effortlessly.
    Only thing i hate is that the exhaust is a little too quite. It needs a mean rumble a quite tone tho. You dont notice the car going from (km/hr) 0-100.
    This car goes 0-60 in under the 6.9 seconds for shore.

  8. By tevisman #8, Posted: 4/23/2009

    Car Mechanics

    Audi. A word that brings immense smiles to car mechanics everywhere. I speak from personal experience.
    -sincerely,
    Audivictim

  9. By Unhappy Owner #9, Posted: 6/24/2009

    I have had this car for about 3 months now and couldn't be more disappointed. As a previous A4 owner I went with the car because I loved my car. BUT BEWARE the 2009 has a defect in a number of the cars which AUDI has decided to ignore and just sell the cars. The defect which they claim is not a "safety issue" leaves you frustrated with every other shortcoming the new A4 seems to have. PLEASE protect yourself and don't buy the car. I've been working on taking care of the defect for as long a I've had the car. There are 4 other owners in the dealership I bought my car from alone that have the same issue and AUDI is refusing to fix the problem. And aside from that the car is a total disappointment. I wish I could take my decision to purchase the car back but now I'm stuck in this hell so PLEASE PROTECT YOURSELF and don't buy the 2009 A4. The defect is in the steering wheel of the car and leaves me just disappointed and sad to be spending money on a defective car.

  10. By Dan S #10, Posted: 10/5/2009

    To: Unhappy Owner
    What is the defect in the steering? What happens with the steering? Did it start as soon as you started driving or did the defect start after some time?
    Thanks.

  11. By C Holly #11, Posted: 10/16/2009

    I have a 2009 Audi A4 which has steering issues AND a transmission that doesn't like to upshift from 2nd gear sometimes (they tell me it goes into limp mode). It's been in for service 3 X and this time they've had it for 3 days. Beautiful car but VERY quirky!

  12. By Michael R #12, Posted: 10/21/2009

    Have to agree with C Holly. My son's Audi, which is a 2009 is a great car to drive but there do seem to be minor issues with it that seem to keep repeating.

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