2003 Audi A4 Avant 2.4 petrol
Summary:
A good looking German Fraulein with reliability issues. Maybe don't marry this one
Faults:
In the 1st month the following happened:
An intermittent fault appeared after 1 month with the electronic unit in the transmission. This meant that the car would do the following:
1. Considered that reverse was actually neutral.
2. Not move out of 3rd in auto and had to be put into Tiptronic through to 6th.
3. Stutter when coming to a stop (like a manual car does when left in gear).
4. Overall had really lumpy acceleration.
The rear lock failed and had to be replaced.
The onboard computer stopped displaying all of the functions (economy, k's left in tank etc)
The central locking remote failed.
General Comments:
All of the above stuff has finally been sorted after much money and negotiation with the dealer.
Overall the car is very styley, but feels frail. It doesn't have the build quality of my old 7 (and many of the features) but is obviously newer and one would have hoped... more reliable.
The cabin is cramped for a tourer.
It may seem as if hate the car. I don't. I actually really like the car, but it's hard driving with your fingers crossed.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 11th June, 2007
7th Jul 2008, 09:12
I have a 2003 A4 (B6) 2.0. How can I tell if it is a 6-speed TIP or a CVT?
I browse through some forums for A4 and it seems to me that CVT has a very common problem in relation to the transmission. It can happen anywhere from 50,000 miles onwards.
Should I get rid of my car before I have the CVT tranny problem?