Audi A4 1.8T New Standards
With a long list of impressive accessories, fantastic drive dynamics and great new looks, there is little else that is needed to be said with this all new Audi A4 except go and test drive one. This new B8 Audi A4 has set new standards in all areas for the segment and better still it has a selling price that cannot be ignored even with it being fully imported. Yes! This new A4 1.8T is fully imported and cost less than the immediate competition and has more features than the rest. As to value, the Audi A4 stacks up against its rivals very well indeed. Most A4S offer more equipment as standard, and the performance, economy and emissions of the majority of the new A4′s engines are also able to better its two German alternatives.
But who cares about all of that? Apparently all you want to know is how it drives. Better than ever is the short answer. Audi has recently taken the endless criticism of its underachieving cars in the ride and handling department and made changes to improve them. So the A4 now features a completely repositioned front axle, giving the A4 the longest wheelbase in the class and optimizing weight distribution. The effect is notable, the ride feels better composed and less fidgety and the A4 steers with greater precision than ever before. Its balance feels far more neutral than its understeer dominant predecessor, the nose turning in more faithfully and accurately than any previous A4.
Inside the cabin, Audi’s MMI interface controls the numerous entertainment and comfort functions; it all working with a simplicity that makes its rivals’ attempts looks needlessly complex in comparison. Space isn’t wanting either, the A4 feeling A6-like inside; there’s even legroom in the rear for tall passengers. The boot is massive too – perfect for the inevitable golf clubs, samsonite suitcases and the hypermarket shopping. It is a fantastically well-rounded, beautifully built and stylish car. Which is enough for us to recommend it; even if driving on the open highway is high on your agenda.