2001 Audi A4 Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Overview
The Audi A4 hit the market as Audi's value-minded line, considered an "entry level" family car, but with the extra luxury touches that give...
The Audi A4 hit the market as Audi's value-minded line, considered an "entry level" family car, but with the extra luxury touches that give Audi an extra edge over competitors. The 2001 A4 comes as either a sedan or a wagon, depending on your family's needs. All wagons feature the much-loved quattro system, which provides more stability and traction in rough conditions and is fearless in the snow. Quattro is an option on the sedans, which come standard as four-wheel drive. All models have ABS, traction control, and get an electronic stability program for 2001.
Addressing some complaints about weak horsepower, Audi gives its 1.8 4-cylinder turbo a 20-hp boost to 170. All 2001 A4 models get side curtain airbags standard this year (only optional in the previous year) and shifting buttons located on the steering wheel. An optional navigation system is only available on the 2.8 models. Audis have earned a good reputation for their driving performance. If not exactly a firebrand off the line, the A4s cruise nicely on the highway, offering a balanced, precise, yet light handling, built on a firm suspension that keeps you safe and fairly shudder-free. Though it gets good fuel economy, the Audi A4 manual says to use premium gas, which in today's market can offset any savings the 19/26 mpg will give you.
The turbo is always fun to drive, giving the engine an extra kick and aggression upon acceleration. Drivers also love the durability of the 2001 Audi A4, which shows little wear and tear over the years. The interior styling is both comfortable and well-thought out, with a red-illuminated dash that most owners like. Many have found problems with the engine, particularly the engine coils, and also some electrical problems. This always leads to costly maintenance and unsatisfactory experiences with dealers. The Audi A4, though built for four, suffers from a lack of legroom in the backseat.
What owners say
"Overall, owners of the 2001 Audi A4 appreciate its stylish design, excellent build quality, and enjoyable driving experience, especially noting the handling and power. However, many also express frustrations over maintenance costs and reliability issues, with some mentioning the car can be expensive to repair, particularly after the warranty expires."
Performance pros: *GIAA chip put outs 210hp now *at 4k turbo kicks in and the pull is great *handling is great..very tight corners very fast Performance cons: *low end torque isnt very good because of turbo lag (stock) Appearance: *timeless look *many people without prior knowledge of audi models have thought my car was a 03-04 *interior still very stylish in comparison to new cars I love driving this car, although it is my first car i have experience with manyyy other cars and audi really takes the cake when it comes to a great combination of luxury and performace. has 75k on it and i have had almost no problems in 11k miles of driving. My dad prior to driving my car has always been a BMW enthusiast but now owns a 2006 a6 s line 3.2 quattro. I have a bailey diverter valve that i plan on installing in order to get rid of the turbo lag.
May 18, 2009I love this car its great a little on the small side for other passengers but great for the driver. I have owned it for five years now and enjoyed everyone of them even with the extensive repair list but that's what you get with German engineering perfection to a deferent level. The best Quattro (four wheel drive) car out on the market. I will emit I'm very hard on my cars but I do take care of them as much as I beat them.
September 14, 20132.8L engine is more than adequate to power this solid machine. Build quality is among the best. Classic styling, truly timeless. If maintained properly, car will drive forever, but the occasional repair is costly. Gas mileage is mediocre. Rear seat legroom is not the best. Fun to drive, considering it is a four door sedan.
November 23, 2009What owners say
Performance pros: *GIAA chip put outs 210hp now *at 4k turbo kicks in and the pull is great *handling is great..very tight corners very fast Performance cons: *low end torque isnt very good because of turbo lag (stock) Appearance: *timeless look *many people without prior knowledge of audi models have thought my car was a 03-04 *interior still very stylish in comparison to new cars I love driving this car, although it is my first car i have experience with manyyy other cars and audi really takes the cake when it comes to a great combination of luxury and performace. has 75k on it and i have had almost no problems in 11k miles of driving. My dad prior to driving my car has always been a BMW enthusiast but now owns a 2006 a6 s line 3.2 quattro. I have a bailey diverter valve that i plan on installing in order to get rid of the turbo lag.
May 18, 2009I love this car its great a little on the small side for other passengers but great for the driver. I have owned it for five years now and enjoyed everyone of them even with the extensive repair list but that's what you get with German engineering perfection to a deferent level. The best Quattro (four wheel drive) car out on the market. I will emit I'm very hard on my cars but I do take care of them as much as I beat them.
September 14, 20132.8L engine is more than adequate to power this solid machine. Build quality is among the best. Classic styling, truly timeless. If maintained properly, car will drive forever, but the occasional repair is costly. Gas mileage is mediocre. Rear seat legroom is not the best. Fun to drive, considering it is a four door sedan.
November 23, 2009Like: handling, power, comfort, size, braking, inside and outside appearance, good gas mileage, audio, manual drive, turbo, light weight, big trunk, traction control. Dislike: rims, maintenance cost, front wheel drive, interior lights, cup holder, cold leather seats, front window wipers..
September 28, 2009Great in the snow, great pop in the 1.8t engine, handles like a dream and has been very reliable with no major problems as long as you keep up the with maintenance. It is a blast to drive and I would buy one again!
July 21, 2009Great modding 'potential'. Too many reliability issues to explore that potential. The following on the 1.8T engine is incredible, and the help from the forums on www.audizine.com allowed me to fix most problems myself. If i kept the car I would have installed a full GT35r turbo w/ Unitronics tune. But at the time I sold it, I only had the full 2.25" Borla exhaust, Dahlback race software (AMAZING!!!!), upgraded brakes/rotors, 18" B5 RS4's, 6000k HIDs and a few other mods. I wouldnt recommend buying this car if you dont have a disposable income.
August 3, 2008Performance - pretty decent power from a 4 banger in a pretty heavy car, AWD works great in snow and rain Build Quality - Pretty reliable if one maintain them properly and in a timely matter Appearance - A lil old school for a 2001 car (which i like), interior is solid look pretty plain Cost of Ownership - ave 19 mpg (mostly local driving) 3.5 star out of % to maintain Fun Factor:2 out of 5 star in normal condition 3 out of 5 star in snow/rain
April 5, 2012Handles like a dream. Acceleration is great. I have had some minor fixes, but nothing that I can't handle. Having to put Premium is a bit of a hassle, but what can you do its gas. I love the look of the car. Black has become my new favorite color for a car.
September 29, 2009This car is very nice to drive. The steering is very sharp and precise. There is considerable turbo lag, and the car hesitates slightly when accelerating slowly. However, it can accelerate well, and stability at high speeds is very good. The leather interior is very nice, and so is the instrument panel. Overall a very nice car.
December 28, 2007Performance, Safety, and Comfort are merged together beautifully in this vehicle. Not particularly fast, but the turbo has a pretty good kick in the higher RPMs. Its a german car, so its not cheap for new parts, but it also doesn't break down much.
October 22, 2009Trims & specs
Base MSRP $25,115 | Seating 5 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity 13.7 cu ft |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $30,915 | Seating 5 |
Engine 2.8L 190 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 13.7 cu ft |
Combined MPG 20 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $27,295 | Seating 5 |
Engine 1.8L 170 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG 22 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $25,545 | Seating 5 |
Engine 1.8L 170 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG 24 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $31,565 | Seating 5 |
Engine 2.8L 190 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 13.7 cu ft |
Combined MPG 19 | Drivetrain AWD |
