2017 Audi A4 - Redline: Review
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With such strong entries into what is arguably one of the most competitive automotive segments in world, Audi looks to up its game with a completely re-engineered A4 for 2017. Although it may not look completely new at a glance, closer inspection will reveal an all-new chassis, improved powertrain, and one of the most tech-laden cabins in the industry. Those of you in the market for an incredibly well rounded luxury sport sedan should put one at the top of your list.
Yo, Sofyan's reactions when driving a car that he didn't assume would be so fast but ends up being so are the best. Dude cracks me up.
I just bought this about 2 weeks ago cpo I had a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu before this and i can say it’s a great car brings many smiles to my face
Same. Just got mine and I had a 2012 VW Jetta. I’m loving my new ride!
I've driven this car (Quattro, Premium Plus with technology and sport package) for about a year now. I had the Google Earth for about 3 months before it disappeared. I was bummed to see it go, but honestly I don't really ever think about it until I watch five year old reviews and I'm reminded I used to have it. The outside door levers felt a little weird at first, but I don't even notice them anymore. Likewise the shifter or where the park button is, or the steering feel. It might take a week or two to get used to, but you'll never think about it again until someone brings it up. (My wife drives an Infiniti, and her controls are slightly different, but not so wildly different you'd ever be mad switching back and forth.) The 19-speaker sound upgrade is great, but I mostly listen to podcasts, so it's probably wasted on me most of the time. The Virtual Cockpit is cool, but the vast majority of the time, I just leave it with the normal gauges, unless I'm driving in an area I don't know very well, which isn't very often. I bought a wireless Apple CarPlay adapter for less than $100, which fixed the need to have a wired connection, which is also a huge upgrade to the usability of the infotainment, in my opinion. I used the paddle shifters for a week or two, but now basically let the car do what it wants, with the occasional move to dynamic mode, if I feel like going fast. I'd guess that's 95% of drivers looking at this.
Focusing on the drivetrain, the power, the ride, the seats, the speed, the comfort... all the things that are going to matter after the first month, this is a really good car. I kind of wish I spent a little more to get the A5 Sportback, which I will probably look at next, but otherwise, I can't think of any reason to entertain the other German small luxury cars. The 3 series and the C-class just don't touch it. And the Japanese competitors might be less expensive to own, but they just aren't nearly as enjoyable to drive, and they just don't seem to have any soul. Which is fine, fi that's what you're into. Honestly, any time I have the car in for regular service and I drive a loaner (last one was a 2020 Q5, and the one before it was a newer A5) I am excited to get back into mine.
I’m looking at a 2018 a4 with around 50,000 miles have you had a lot of issues with the car?
@@eliasrodriguez8234 Not really. I did have to replace the hydraulic engine mounts but otherwise it's been solid. Be aware that like all German cars, even routine maintenance will be expensive compared to something like a Camry.
Great review!! Thanks
soul? modern Audi is the most soulless driving experience of have brand
@@WHERESSS I'd probably give that honor to Lexus. But cool. If you don't like Audis, you probably shouldn't buy one. Hope you like what you drive. Cheers.
24:46 he totally fully stopped at that stop sign :D
Lol I was just going to make the same comment!
He "DWO'd" that stop sign. But hey it's a Joisey thing!
Yea I seen em stop😂
That's what is for lol
Watching this review makes me want to trade in my 07 A4 for the 2017, but being car payment free is awfully nice... Keep up the great videos!
Hard to believe it took until dam 2017 to get a USB from audi
My 2008 Audi had USB. Sofyan is referring to the fact that you no longer require a USB adaptor
it's because they have signed a contract or something like that with a tech company for 10 years and they could only use the proprietary dongles. Not 100% sure on that, but that is what I have heard.
Haha
My 2015 has USB
we are using USB-C (reversible) in 2020, Audi will install it in 2025
I test-drove an A4 Prestige model on this past Saturday, and was very impressed by the ride, the quiet, the comfort, the power, and the vehicle exterior and interior. This is a superb car! I look forward to getting mine.
Just bought this! Amazing car.
How has the reliability been?
Rehr GT just lease it. disclaimer they lease terrible
@@egvrebdvtrB iv owned my A4 since January 2017 and put 55,000 miles on. Never had a mechanical issues or breakdown. Overall I love car and would make the same purchase 100 times out of 100.
I test drove the A4 yesterday and loved it. very comfortable ride with little road noise compared to my GLA45 AMG. went back to the dealer today and put and order in for the prestige model, added a carbon fiber wing and mirrors just to make it a bit cooler. I can't wait:)
the door handles open the way your finger joints move when opening it. it's perfect.
It does feel weird
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I like the conservative styling. I love the climate controlled rear seat...Audi offers a lot of value compared to MB and BMW.
& better quality for sure.
24:50 did he just run the stop sign? 😂
Lol he definitely stopped
Collin Wright Doesn't look like it
California roll
No that’s just a California stop 😂😂
I checked out the mercedes c 300 and while the interior feels more luxurious and classy I found the instrument gauge cluster very dated and the ipad looks cheap.I found the a4 interior to be more modern and futuristic, especially at night it looks like a spaceship. Great review by the way
There is no iPad, and the instrument cluster does not look dated. Plus, if you are forking out for a luxury sedan you don't want it to look like a spaceship.
@@kav_x2562 Depends on taste but in case u havent heard of "futuristic luxury" that is what Audi goes for. Also MB instrument cluster is definitely dated lmao.
@@erwina4738 the instrument cluster on the older/cheaper mercedes models is a bit dated. However they are all being replaced by the new system in the coming years
the virtual cockpit and the MMI is way cooler than the dual screen layout you get in the q50 and the TLX
“If you guys hit something while you’re driving , you’re a terrible driver.”😂
Does it run Crysis, though?
+1
yes, with over 200 hp
the screen has an nvidia card
how many data pipes though?
Linus
This is a great review. Easily the best I have seen on the 2017 A4 so far! You have me wanting to go test drive one.
I felt the A4 steering gave me a better feel than a Mercedes C300
Really? I drove the previous generation of A4 and I hated the steering. Maybe they improved it here? The current VW GTI has much better steering.
Alex Pascutiu B8/B8.5 steering is horrible, I’ve owned 2 (A4/Q5)and they had serious issues with developing a dead spots while trying to keep the car going straight so you end up skipping leg to right. The B9 gen has fixed that issue and is much improved! I’ll never get any previous gen just because of the steering alone.
Killer value on the used market 3 years later, will be buying soon
How much
@@johncena6701 paid 18 grand for a premium plus love it got a warranty for sure drive it like I stole it
Nice area this review was done. Love all the greenery! Anyway, I just now purchased a 2017 A4 Premium Plus and I’m in love. I’m only missing the ventilated seats. Drives beautifully. It’s 5yrs old and only 40k miles. I like your reviews man…keep ‘em coming.
How much did you pay for it?
I’m thinking of buying one with 25k miles also, going for 30k
Totally agree with you on your opinions on the C300 and 328i engines, A4 is a class ahead with their new engine and dual-clutch setup.
Just bought one used love it
I tested this car and it's truly impressive. I was debating between the BMW X3 and this car and the A4 offers far more for same price point. BMW does not offer leather , upgraded lights for same price .
7 years ago today, I buy a 17 Audi A4 sedan.
Whats the reliability like? Whats the most expensive problem you had?
8 years and finally a new generation from this. Time flies.
German automobile design is very classy. It's like wearing a tailored suit.
that was the least sexy/aggressive intro I've ever seen lolls **drives Audi on the grass to techno music**
lol yeah i noticed he likes using techno music for the intros
is it just me or the previous Gen (2013 - 16)looks more aggressive and sporty?... and this looks more luxury
Next generation should be introduced in 2023. It will age very good
Thank you! This is the first video I've seen that even talk about whether the center dash screen panel folds in or not (...it does NOT..). Very thorough.
That's one of my favourite car's,I think you had fun riding it around and looking at the interior design that's my favourite part of an Audi a4👍🚗
finally the full high end experience in the A4 class. 360 view camera, front and back parking sensors, ventilated and heated seats ALSO IN THE BACK, manual shades in the back. the interior looks amazing. This will be a success. 3.0 TDI or TFSI would be a wonderful daily car.
This audi is so nice specially in side so impressive...I like a lot i love tehnology
Great Review Sofyan. I like this car a lot more than the previous one. I do like the C class interior a little better but this seems more sporty. Also, Audi seems to provide better and more standard features that the other two charge extra for.
Not really, this is considered a more high end spec for the a4, I believe this the premium plus spec if not that the prestige, the premium doesn’t have digital cock pit, diff sized mmi screen, diff speakers, better rims and wheel sizes. German engineering is German engineering, Audi does about the same thing as Mercedes and bmw.
Dude,
You do the best reviews in the business by far. Edmunds would be lucky to have you. Keep doing what you're doing man👍🏼👍🏼
Yep, the he's so fluent in his review, not even stopping a bit to breathe lol
I have this car for two days to test. I love it. It does everything well and interior functionality is great. Also, I really like the shifter as it makes everything faster and simpler, (after using for an afternoon). Car is quick too as 5.2 0-60 and 13.9 1/4 mile per car and driver.
Now it's just a matter of picking what color!
Wtc
I actually like that the doors don't have leather, if you live in a rainy climate water will degrade the leather over time.
I enjoy seeing your reviews man. Good honest car reviews with realistic viewpoints on buying or owning luxury cars. most sound like they're trying to sell you viagara with cars that will make them feel more adequate with themselves, not all car review channels do this, but yours sticks to the review and strays away from the car bro, driving with the boys, v8 only marketing crowd.
TLDR; You gave so much detailed information, and that's what I was looking for, thank you for your content man! keep it up, and take care :)
He’s buggin this looks wayyy better than the old A4. I pay attention to detail.
lol yea
Thanks for this review. It did a lot to get me to look at this car, and eventually buy it.
Awesome review, my lease on my 2014 428i comes up this fall and this new A4 is on my short list. I like the detail in your reviews.
Remember in the b5 when all the lcd screens went out in the dash? Just wait until this happens with the whole cluster lol.
how many minor gripes do you have lol
+ihaspizza13 as long as my car has navigation power seat and climate control IDC about anything else.
+ihaspizza13 why lol it gives it a higher quality feel.
+ihaspizza13 reply
+Zidar25 haha
Umm, they are all relevant when the car costs $55k.
excellent review. Spot on. Extremely helpful. We just bought an A4 Premium plus today. I would have liked to have the Driver Assist features but they only offer on the Prestige which I think is a mistake. Those are features I would have paid up for.
I currently drive a 2003 1.8t Passat and I have to say I loooove how it drives and how the wheel feels, its a fun tu drive car. I am looking to get the Premium plus A4, because I felt in love with VW and Audi, but I am afraid the driving wont be as fun as my Passat..
ordered mine lastnight I really love my A5 but I can't wait to try the new A4
TheHal2814 Do you pay cash for them?
Lord Trump I Lease through my job with Volkswagen comes out of my pay check twice a month
TheHal2814 Ok, thanks for responding.
How’s the reliability been?
Think it's time to upgrade my 2011 A3 to this bad boy.
I was wondering why the quality wasn't as clear and then I realize that this video came out like 30 minutes ago.
getting my a4....owned an a4 and really loved my car. Very happy to be getting my a4 again...
Great review! I was thinking of an S5 or even an SQ5 but can't stand they still have outdated technology feature. The A4 packs it all in and seems to be a solid performer so I won't miss the upcoming S4 or S5 (much).
Is it me ? Or is the steering BIG AF?👀 love the car
I have the premium plus in white with the brown leather interior and it is an amazing car. The only complaint I have is that it isn’t a touch screen which to me is kind of ridiculous. The dial isn’t that bad but still, at this point they really didn’t have an excuse to not have touch screen tech.
Do you have Apple CarPlay?
+Redline How about the sound of the Bang & Olufsen 3D? Is it great or just good?
I have to say that the new Infiniti Q50 Red Sport offers the best value in this class. The previous 3.7-liter V6 can already run with Chevy SS (check out The Fast Lane Car's Mashup), now the Red Sport has 400 horsepower! And Q50's interior is very upscale in person too.
Administrator but also has technology from the 90’s
11:41 Actually, if you really think about it, they were right. They applied the same logic we use in operating a volume knob to it. If you want to put the volume down, you turn the knob counterclockwise; if you want to put the volume up, you turn the knob clockwise.
Volume knobs are usually mounted vertically (except in uplevel Audis, ironically,) while iDrive/MMI-type knobs are mounted horizontally.
I think this is why most people intuit their directionality differently.
My god, what a beauty
really tough choice between this and the C class. i prefer the interior of the C class but i like the technology of the a4.
I like your analytical style and your very articulate which i like. I have watched a lot of people giving car reviews and you by far are one of the best. You keep the review interesting and you go over all of the little tid bits that i want to hear about with this car. I just liked and subscribed.
Holy this car is so big
Not a sports luxury sedan anymore
@Big Boss
The S4 is the sports luxury sedan.
+Big Boss he kept referring to it as one and I was thinking how is it any more a sport sedan than something like a nissan maxima...ppl shun nissan for calling the maxima a 4DSC
+dee k because it's not one It under powered and it's FWD
Yea, I kept thinking it was the previous gen A6. Seems like german cars nowadays are getting bigger with every new generation. The A3 now sits in the segment of the original B5 A4. Too bad its a haldex drivetrain instead of true quattro awd.
The A4 has always been handsome (if understated) in its design, and that definitely continues here I think. It's probably perfect for those who want German luxury but to fly a bit under the radar. I applaud Audi for the updates to the interior as well as the engine. That said, for me personally, those dual screens are WAY information overload, and I consider myself a Techy. I like this sort of thing, just not while I'm driving. I think the center screen could probably be eliminated, and just leave the console 12" screen (which is gorgeous)...especially with the head's up display, too. I'm also not a fan of the shifter, though that seems to be something you could get used to over time. For all-out performance, I'd probably still go with a 328i, myself.
i like how he rolls through the stop sign at 24:43
Really impressive car now vs past versions.
Wish the q50 had the info-tech of audi because that RS400 speed is sweet.
the side profile is now very A6-like, but the interior update sort of reminds me of how Toyota updated the previous gen camry
Great video. I just test drove a 2019 A4 Premium Plus AWD, and there was a lot of engine hesitation upon initial acceleration. I drive a GTI with the same engine so I’m not sure if this is normal or not. I’m holding off on buying the car but the “turbo lag” or the hesitation was pretty pronounced under 20mph. Can you chime in and tell me if this is normal? I know you drive a lot of these cars and I’ve watched your videos for a long time and consider you a lot more knowledgeable than I am. Thanks.
I don’t think thats normal because I just had one rented for 2 days and it feel very quick off the line and thats coming from someone that owns an A8 4.0t which hits 60 in under 4
@@D1man1525 Thanks for the feedback. I did buy a 2019 A4 in the end. The interior/exterior are all put really well together. I still find transmission clunky on these cars.
@@KoronaSaintLouis No problem! Maybe because its a dual clutch and not a torque converter automatic. Dual clutches are usually clunky at low speeds but when you push the car or when you want a quick couple of downshifts dual clutches are great
2005 B6 A4 owner here. I can't help but feel the design language of today's Audi's has gotten dull, overly boxy, uninspired, and overwhelmingly cliche. Of course this is all subjective, but I feel that I can speak for many when claiming that the last gen q5, for instance, is far more of a head-turner than the most recent one. The interior of this A4 however, seems to be pretty upscale. Sat in one of these at NYAS, and it was a pleasure. But that flimsy little screen jutting out of the dashboard looks awkward and highly breakable. Nonetheless, I'll always be a huge fan of Audi. But in this regard, I hope the next generation goes back to its roots.
Damn you just sold me on this car
Definitely the first worthwhile review I have seen on this new A4. Always excellent reviews!
This is gonna be my first official first car once i graduate. still contemplating between A4 or S4.
Another great review as always. Moving forward can we also get a few clips of the cabin & exterior during a night time drive? Especially when comparing the Xenon vs. LED.
BTW, your facial expression at 17:32 was like discovering chocolate covered candy for the first time…
that gauge consul is awesome I wish they just got rid of the center screen and just put the audio stuff in the dash as well that way you just have one screen that would be cool
Great review, detailed yet simple!
For a Minute There before you swooped around i thought they had made a A4 with similar design language in the back like my Audi S7
Steering is lighter than 3 series, you don’t have to fight with the car like in a BMW. Driving position and seat adjustment is far superior to the Merc. Mercedes is too high and too close to the steering wheel, I felt like a pensioner driving it. Also it does look different, without losing its character.
I've watched lots of redline reviews video but never subs. But now I have. It's a well informative reviews.
Buttons by the cup holders drive me crazy. Some almost always spills something sticky on them.
You say this is a techy dream and the tech is overwhelming then you say its getting left behind in terms of tech comparing to the compitition . Which one is it boss ?
That's what I was thinking. First he said the Mercedes had better tech and then he switched it and said Audi has the amazing tech. Sounds pretty indecisive.
This guy is a lying son of a fuckin' bitch!
I have a same year A4, wonder how long will this car last? Basic warranty is 4 years. Other than the tire, brake regular wear how much will it cost after? During the virus time, I haven't even drive more than 5000km this year. We usually do some road trip to inland BC or to Settle for the long weekend. Miss those good quality time. I usually set my steering in Dynamic and Engine in auto, it give the steering more accurate when turn. But on Highway, probably comfort is the best no brainer setting.
Please anyone help ....buying a 2018 a4 premium. It has 14k miles and they want $19,000. Should i buy?
Love your reviews. Keep it up!
cant wait for the a and s 7 with all all all this new updated audi tech
I have the a4 and did a review on it recently. I like my a4 but can’t stand certain things. Great review as usual!
Its 2017 already in Germany?
Yes they're ahead, much like EA games
n00b. New cars go by model year that's always 1 yr ahead.
How could we get the flat bottom steering wheel on the A4 ?
Also does the 6MT will be more fun ?
love your reviews. keep up the good work 😃
why o why, my good sir, are you driving this magnificent car on the grass?!
cuz that car is crap
+Unnamed profile yea you cant even afford to own it, hiw would you know
Looks like they got some design cues from the B7 and B6. Especially in the rear. Other than the electronics, there are a lot of design regressions from the B8 imo.
Question: Is there a function for speed-sensative wipers(Rainsense)? I noticed that you were shuffling with the wiper stalk frequently.
Overall, a very great review!! You hit it on the nail. Audi's typical numb steering still plagues even it's newest cars, and I don't suspect the S4 to address, if the 2016 A6/S6 is of any indication. I also agree in the interior. Remember when Audi shamed Benz and BMW for years on interior build, quality, and materials? While still made very well, the C-Class has shown how to really do an excellent interior for this class(still hate the i-Pad on top of the dash, however!) But in terms of tech for the small lux class, the A4 has it! But for $51k, MB will happily sell you a C450 AMG w/ 4MATIC, and that is a tough proposition for Audi to overcome. Yes I know this a loaded A4, but the performance advantage and brand prestige that comes with the 450 is totally worth it!
The ring that I was fiddling with on the wiper stalk adjusts the sensitivity of the rain sensing wipers. I found that in their automatic setting, they weren't wiping away the water on the windshield quickly enough for me. To be honest, I have yet to test a car with perfect auto wipers. Most require constant adjustment at least for me. Others may not notice it as much as me.
-Sofyan
thunk sounded like the door was misaligned
pororo
I'm surprised with the arm rest on the door being all plastic. It's something I noticed in an S5 I was looking at not too long ago. You had to pay extra to get the door arm rest upholstered in leather. It's strange that they don't just include that on the prestige. To my knowledge, the BMW 3 series with leather seats specified comes with upholstered door arm rests. That being said, I'm sure this Audi is a benchmark car in its class.
i can see where hyundai gets some cues from
Great review! One of my favorites! Love the new Audi-just have two gripes. I hate that the air vent goes across the entire passenger side-the old Malibu did the same thing. Also don't like that they switched the position of the shifter with the MMI controls.
I really want this as my next car. My Volvo XC60 has go to go.
I’ve had the ‘17 A4 FWD and sold it less than a year because it didn’t have much pickup which I was shook cuz of its 190HP. So I went with an ‘18 AWD and the power is similar but you really have to punch it down which I hate. I like cars that have sensitive pedals. But my issue is with the driver seat. My AWD has sport seats and they are very uncomfortable and make my low back very stiff. The FWD seats weren’t as bad and had more cushion. I miss the previous seat :/
My cheaper priced jetta has rain sensing wipers. I guess one needs the more expensive Audi for that.
Negative. It has that too. He just didn’t mention it.
i work for an audi dealer and we get complaints about that shift all the time it's just unusual for most people personally it kinda sucks how they did it
at 24:45 you ran that stop sign
I would love it if they paired this car with a detuned version of the 3.0T out of the new S4 with a manual. You can get the Prestige 2.0T with a manual I just wish this car came with a bigger more muscular power train.
Hey guys. I was looking to purchase (finance or lease, not sure which one) a 2016 or 2017 A4 around early 2018. I wanted to know what you guys think of that. What should I look for when buying this model or the 2016 model (fuel efficiency, maintenance, performance, etc). To me, fuel consumption is the most important so if any A4 owners could give me a review of this car, that'd be great!
Awesome review, I prefer this format better than the short take on the civic coupe. Keep up the great work!
you can get leather on the armrests it's part of an extended leather package.