Audi A4

2 chassis covered · 2008–2016 · 10 engine variants

Generations

ChassisBodyYearsEnginesMAvg riskPrice spanCharacter
B8sedan2008–20155R4€2,900€18,000The sensible one of the segment, quieter and better built inside than an E90, less interesting to drive, and carrying two expensive risks the BMW does not. The early 2.0 TFSI's oil consumption and the multitronic CVT.
B8 Avantwagon2008–20165R4€3,050€18,900The body most B8s were sold in outside the UK, and the one worth buying. The estate costs little more than the saloon, loses nothing dynamically, and holds value slightly better.

Timeline

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B8
B8 Avant

● in production · facelift year, the changeover often splits engines mid-year, so verify the engine code rather than the registration date.

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