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Audi A4: Audi A4: The Compact Executive Benchmark
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Audi A4: The Compact Executive Benchmark

The A4 is Audi's compact executive sedan, a core model long praised for its refined interiors, quattro all-wheel drive, and understated style.

The A4 has been one of Audi's most important cars since it replaced the 80 in 1994. Competing with the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes C-Class, it built a reputation for class-leading interior quality, solid engineering, and available quattro all-wheel drive.

Offered as a sedan and the practical Avant wagon (plus the rugged Allroad), the A4 uses efficient turbocharged engines and refined technology. The sporty S4 and high-performance RS 4 versions add genuine pace.

A perennial benchmark in the compact executive class, the A4 anchors Audi's lineup with its blend of refinement, technology, and all-weather capability.

Frequently asked questions about Audi A4

What does the A4 compete with?
The A4 competes with the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
When was the A4 introduced?
The A4 was introduced in 1994, replacing the Audi 80.
What body styles does the A4 offer?
The A4 is offered as a sedan and the Avant wagon, plus the rugged Allroad.
What are the A4 performance versions?
The sporty S4 and high-performance RS 4 are the A4's performance variants.
Does the A4 have all-wheel drive?
Yes, the A4 offers Audi's quattro all-wheel drive.

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