2017 Audi A4 review
Audi A4 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Distinguished cabin design with intuitive tech
- Spacious second row
- Potent turbocharged engine
Cons
- Transmission can be tentative on acceleration
- Steering feedback lacks true engagement
Mileage (EPA estimate)
24 city, 31 highway, 27 combined
Pricing for current inventory
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Ride in luxury and style
For years, the Audi A4 has been one of the most well-loved vehicles in the luxury sedan category. Offering powerful performance, timeless styling, and impressive tech features, the Audi A4 is a stellar choice. It’s also a great option for those who want a sedan that performs at the highest level.
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What is new for the 2017 Audi A4?
- The A4 is available in a new trim called the Prestige.
- A4 trims have been upgraded with Blind Spot Monitor, Rear View Camera, Parking Sensors, Android Auto, Bang & Olufsen Audio, Navigation System, and Apple CarPlay as standard equipment this year.
- Automated Cruise Control, Rear Seat Heaters, A/C Seat(s), Heated Steering Wheel, Rear Sunshade, and Lane Departure Warning features are now available as options on select trims.
- The Premium trim now comes with Smart Key as standard equipment.
2017 Audi A4 trims
Premium:
The Premium trim is the base level trim of the 2017 Audi A4. For a base trim, though, it comes with plenty of exciting features including a five-inch monochrome driver information system, a 10-speaker audio system, automatic climate control, a rearview camera, and much more!
Premium Plus:
The Premium Plus trim of the 2017 Audi A4 offers everything found on the Premium trim as well as a Bang & Olufsen® 3D Sound System with 19 speakers, driver seat memory, heated front seats, full LED headlights, and more!
Prestige:
The Prestige trim of the 2017 Audi A4 offers everything found on the Premium Plus trim as well as an Audi virtual cockpit (12.3" LCD fully digital instrument cluster), natural gray oak wood inlays, rear cross-traffic alert, parking system plus with top-view camera system, and more!
Audi A4 photos
5 reasons to buy the 2017 Audi A4
1. Powerful engine options
Depending on the year model and trim that you choose, the Audi A4 comes equipped with a number of different engines, each one offering an impressive amount of power. On the 2017-year model, you'll get a 2.0-liter turbo-four engine that is rated for 252 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque. This engine is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
2. Cool tech features
In the modern era, luxury and technology go hand in hand. Thankfully, the Audi A4 certainly doesn't skimp on tech features, offering a wide range of features designed to make your drive more convenient and enjoyable. If you choose the Premium Plus trim of 2017 Audi A4, you'll be getting features such as remote start and keyless entry, a Bang & Olufsen® 3D Sound System with 19 speakers, driver seat memory, and more. Meanwhile, the higher end Prestige trim offers features such as an Audi virtual cockpit (12.3" LCD fully digital instrument cluster), MMI® navigation plus with voice control system, adaptive damping suspension, and more.
3. Luxurious styling
The Audi A4 truly stands out from the crowd. A luxury sedan needs to perform at a high level, but it also needs to look the part. When it comes to aesthetics and styling, the Audi A4 is second to none. Even if you choose to purchase an Audi A4 used from the vehicle's fourth generation (2008-2016), you can still look forward to styling that is sleek and modern.
4. Superb handling
The Audi A4 certainly offers plenty of power across all the various engines and year models. However, lots of power does not always equate to smooth handling. In the case of the Audi A4, though, power and handling go hand in hand. The Audi A4 is a real pleasure to drive, whether you're winding around turns on a curvy road or accelerating down the interstate. The Audi A4 handles and drives like a dream.
5. Lots of options to choose from
When you purchase an Audi A4, you'll have plenty of options to customize your vehicle to your taste, ranging from the engine that you choose, the interior that you choose, the various colors that are available, a number of tech packages to choose from, and more. This wide range of options makes it much easier to find the perfect vehicle for you.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.4 out of 5
15 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 11 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 1 |
| 3 Stars | 2 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 1 Star | 1 |
RepairPal gave the Audi A4 an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Audi A4 35th out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Audi A4Audi A4 features and specs
Premium 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Front Seat Heaters
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear Sunshade
- Smart Key
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
252
Torque (ft-lbs)
273
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
15.3
Wheelbase
111"
Overall length
186.1"
Width
72.5"
Height
56.2"
Leg room
F 41.3"/R 35.7"
Head room
F 38.9"/R 37.4"
Front tires
P225/50HR17
Rear tires
P225/50HR17
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2017 Audi A4 FAQ
The 2017 Audi A4 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Premium : 25 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- Prestige : 25 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
- Premium Plus : 25 MPG City and 33 MPG Highway
The Audi A4 received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Audi A4 as 34 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Car
The 2017 Audi A4 has received an average 4.4 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2017 Audi A4, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2017 Audi A4 Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2017 Audi A4:
- Prestige
- Rear View Camera
- Parking Sensors
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Android Auto
More about the 2017 Audi A4
Color options
Exterior colors:
Argus Brown Metallic
Brilliant Black
Cuvée Silver Metallic
Florett Silver Metallic
Glacier White Metallic
Gotland Green Metallic
Ibis White
Manhattan Gray Metallic
Monsoon Gray Metallic
Moonlight Blue Metallic
Mythos Black Metallic
Scuba Blue Metallic
Tango Red Metallic
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