The 2012 Audi A4 review luxury sedan

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  • čas přidán 23. 08. 2024
  • In this video we go for a drive in a beautiful 2012 Audi A4 and find out if this is the entry level luxury car you should put on your shopping list. Do you own an A4? Would you buy one? Or would you buy something different? Leave a comment down below.
    As always thank you for your watching.
    If you happen to visit or live in beautiful Colorado Springs here is the link where you can rent this A4.
    Check out this car on Turo! turo.com/us/en...
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Komentáře • 101

  • @melissalac
    @melissalac Před 2 lety +23

    I just bought a 2012 A4 2T Quattro and so far I’m really happy with it! I really wanted AWD for the winter months here in Mass.

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 2 lety +3

      AWD system is great though I would still recommend an all weather tire which is rated for snow or a traditional snow tire in the winter months.

    • @melissalac
      @melissalac Před 2 lety +1

      @@CruiseControl1 Yes I definitely intend to do that… they will need new tires by winter anyway

    • @okorochukwunonso2563
      @okorochukwunonso2563 Před rokem +1

      Same here..Got mine 2 weeks ago and love it!

    • @jenniferdelano1273
      @jenniferdelano1273 Před rokem +1

      Looking at buying one this weekend!!!

    • @BrandonP43
      @BrandonP43 Před rokem +1

      Glad your experience is going better than mine.

  • @canpfire
    @canpfire Před 22 dny +1

    Thx a lot Eric, you convinced me to buy an Audi a4, 2012

  • @elvisferreira3711
    @elvisferreira3711 Před rokem +6

    I'm in the process of purchasing a 2012 A4, glad to see that it holds up its age 🙌🙏

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před rokem +2

      Congratulations on your new to you A4

    • @Z3L0T3S
      @Z3L0T3S Před rokem +1

      Me too, hoping you dont buy the one im staking out right now😂

  • @Rigomortis-rv8kf
    @Rigomortis-rv8kf Před 2 měsíci +2

    Bro roller coaster road is my favorite, you’re in springs too, I have had an a4 sline b7 but just swapped for a stage 2 b5 s4 twin turbo, I’m looking at the 2012 a4 now and I love it

  • @solosyd
    @solosyd Před 3 lety +17

    Dealer is delivering a 2013 A4 quattro tomorrow. I can't wait to try it out. Has 34,000 km on the odometer. One owner and has the B&O sound system in it.

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 3 lety +1

      Wow, that is basically still brand new. Let me know if you get it. Thank you for sharing and for watching my channel.

    • @solosyd
      @solosyd Před 3 lety +1

      @@CruiseControl1 Well this is like a brand new car internally and externally. All working well. the B&O is superb, and it even has a sunroof (which was a surprise to me). Very nice car., with 2 3 month warranty and no outstanding recalls on the vehicle.

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 3 lety +1

      Sounds like it's in great shape, if you decide to get it I'm sure you will love it.

    • @solosyd
      @solosyd Před 3 lety +1

      @@CruiseControl1 The deal is done.

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 3 lety +1

      Congrats!!!!

  • @2_bzy
    @2_bzy Před 2 lety +7

    Would you recommend a 2012 audi a4 premium plus with 63k miles on it? It seems to have only the normal maintenance done to it and looks to be in good shape.

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 2 lety +3

      If this is at a dealership, I would get an extended warranty. I would have it inspected by a mechanic. I would check the oil levels on it ever 1,000 miles and just know it is not the most reliable.

  • @randywendt
    @randywendt Před 2 lety +9

    Just bought one. A week ago. Now doing more research on it. So far wife likes it. Didn’t know about them using a little oil though until today. Hopefully not much.

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 2 lety +4

      Yeah just keep an eye on it, I would check every 1,500 miles.

  • @danjen14
    @danjen14 Před 3 lety +7

    Nice review! I would for sure go up in more power TBH, but nice looking ride!

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 3 lety +1

      Yeah more power is always fun, the car though performed really well actually. Thank you for your comment and for watching my channel.

  • @cesarandres1288
    @cesarandres1288 Před měsícem +1

    I’m thinking to buy one, I’m a 20 year old med student, I have prior experience with cars because I work on them with my dad, do you think that it will be a good first car?

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před měsícem +1

      Look for one that has all its service records, you want one that has been properly maintained.

    • @cesarandres1288
      @cesarandres1288 Před měsícem +1

      @@CruiseControl1 should I consider another option? Which one should I get in your opinion?

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před měsícem +2

      @@cesarandres1288 In this segment around the same year I also like the Lexus IS350, with either I just recommend buying one with a proper maintenance record.

  • @BrandonP43
    @BrandonP43 Před rokem +3

    Just dropped $3800 as a deposit for a new engine on one of these. In about 3 weeks I’ll be throwing out another $3800. This car really gets a death grip on you cuz I love it so much but I hate spending so much on it.

  • @yannickbruno2510
    @yannickbruno2510 Před 2 lety +4

    Looking at getting a 2012 A4 quattro has 120,000km! Thanks for the video

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 2 lety +2

      Thank you for watching my channel and for the comment. Please like and subscribe for more content. Also have the A4 you're looking at checked by a mechanic only issue to look out for is excessive oil consumption. Congrats on getting your A4.

  • @MartinJones123
    @MartinJones123 Před rokem +4

    Looking to buy one of these in a manual but the oil consumption issues of the 1.8T and 2.0T do scare me...

    • @MartinJones123
      @MartinJones123 Před rokem +3

      What do you think, should I look for a B8 or should I get a B6 or B7?

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před rokem +3

      Have the car you are looking at inspected by a mechanic to see if it’s good shape, buy low miles with service records of on time or early oil changes.

    • @MartinJones123
      @MartinJones123 Před rokem +2

      @@CruiseControl1 Thanks for the advice 👍

  • @cinderclawz
    @cinderclawz Před 3 lety +4

    Check for oil consumption. Mine blew in January 110,000 mi. All maintenance done at dealership.

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 3 lety +3

      Damn that's terrible news, thank you for sharing so others can keep an eye out.

    • @cinderclawz
      @cinderclawz Před 3 lety +3

      @@CruiseControl1 it's critical. Very common. Begins around 85,000

    • @channyproduction4879
      @channyproduction4879 Před 3 lety +3

      We’re you driving it normal or in sport and stepping on it ?

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 3 lety +1

      In sport

    • @alexanderrivera114
      @alexanderrivera114 Před 3 lety +3

      What year was it? 2011? I heard that specific year model came really bad with oil consumption. But in the 2012 they made the fixes on that problem.

  • @MrBrettHD
    @MrBrettHD Před 3 lety +2

    I’m picking up a 2013 black a4 tomorrow can’t wait

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 3 lety +1

      Awesome!!! Congrats on getting your A4. Thank you for your comment and for watching my channel.

    • @nutman2574
      @nutman2574 Před rokem +1

      yo how's the car going? I was thinking about getting an A4 around that year too so I'm a bit curios on how other peoples experiences are

  • @ashantialexus122
    @ashantialexus122 Před 2 lety +4

    I found a 2012 Audi A4 with only 73k miles with a great price, im just doing research hoping it’s a good first car. any advice?

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 2 lety +2

      Absolutely, please have it checked out by a mechanic. Is this from a private seller or a dealer, if it's from a dealer I would get extended warranty, mainly to cover excess oil consumption. Either way I would check my oil level every 1,000 miles and add oil as needed.
      I really like the 2012 A4, drives great, build quality is really good, looks nice inside and out. Just make sure it's inspected by a mechanic and if you buy it please due the proper maintenance for it. Example oil changes regularly, and even though it's pricy I would take it to the Audi dealer for these so they can tell you each time what else will be needed.
      Thank you for your comment and for watching my channel please like and subscribe for future content.

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 2 lety +1

      Did you get the A4?

    • @ralphcrane5740
      @ralphcrane5740 Před 2 lety +2

      I basically bought the same car (s-line Audi a4 2012 with 78k miles) any tips to stay reliable and not kill my car asap

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 2 lety +2

      Congrats, I really like the A4. Stay up on regular maintenance, address any recalls and you can have it inspected by a trusted mechanic.

  • @channyproduction4879
    @channyproduction4879 Před 3 lety +2

    Just picked one up in white I love it I love EUROS

  • @isabee22
    @isabee22 Před rokem +3

    I'm really interested in this car. I'm thinking to buy it as my first car in college, still saving up tho. Hoping to get it soon.

  • @brancam
    @brancam Před 11 měsíci +1

    i’m buying a 2012 A4 quattro premium with 100K miles on it from a dealer for 10K. Is it worth the buy?

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 11 měsíci +1

      As long as it passes a mechanical inspection I would say it’s a good deal.

  • @franciscocapellanvalverde405

    Hola amigo estoy interesa en comprar un audi a4 pero dicen que el periodo de 2009 a 2012 tuvieron problemas que perdia mucho aceite y el cambio multitronic tambien tuvo problomas, que opinas seria buena opcion? O mejor ir a por merdecez clase c de 2007-2010?

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you for your comment and your questions.
      Personally I prefer the A4 from 09-12 for how it drives compared to the C class Mercedes from 07-10. Both will have reliability issues so really it will come down to the condition and price of the one you are looking at. I would choose whichever one was maintained the best between the models you are looking at.

  • @MisterIHoward
    @MisterIHoward Před 3 lety +4

    Is this version a prestige or premium plus? I have this same car but don’t have the media knobs below the transmission or that separate AC control area. Wondering what this is based of off mine.

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 3 lety +1

      I don't remember unfortunately, this was a vehicle I rented off of Turo.

    • @MisterIHoward
      @MisterIHoward Před 3 lety +1

      @@CruiseControl1 interesting, ok! I’ve never been able to truly find out. Not sure I have the papers anymore. I’d imagine that this one is the prestige though.
      Thanks for info!

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 3 lety +1

      No problem, thank you for the question and for watching my channel.

    • @vtr279
      @vtr279 Před 2 lety +1

      @@MisterIHoward Yours is the Premium Plus. This is a Prestige (with backup camera and map/navi)
      The base model was called a Premium and even it was. Lol.

  • @Tristen_Neufville
    @Tristen_Neufville Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for this video Men u just got a new subscriber 🔥💀

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you for the comment and for watching my channel, I am glad you enjoyed the video.

  • @donramon2501
    @donramon2501 Před rokem +2

    Do you think a Audi A4 going for 5,000 and pushing 200k miles is a good deal

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před rokem +2

      Depends on well it’s been maintained. Does it show the oil was changed on time? Were all the recommended services done on time?
      Have a mechanic inspect it and then use that information along with how it drives and service history determine if it’s worth it.

  • @sfgVH
    @sfgVH Před 3 lety +5

    would you recommend an A4 2010 with 50k miles? i love the looks, but mechanic wise i've read bad reviews;(.

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 3 lety +4

      I love these Audi A4's, are the most reliable know but that's not why you buy one. Hopefully you can get yours with a warranty, have it checked out with a mechanic and make sure you put away some side money if something comes up. Thank you for your question and for watching my channel.

    • @sfgVH
      @sfgVH Před 3 lety +1

      @@CruiseControl1 Thanks man, love the review! i hope i can get it soon

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 3 lety +1

      Absolutely and please let me know if you get it.

    • @TheCommanderOfMusac
      @TheCommanderOfMusac Před 2 lety +2

      ‘08 to 2012 a4’s with a 1.8 and 2.0 tfsi engines tend to use more oil. There is a fault in the engine and audi offered a fix back then. When buying one check the maintenance history to find out if your car still has the problem. Cars with well over 200.000 km usually don’t have the problem anymore.

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 2 lety +2

      Thank you for your comment and for watching my channel, please like and subscribe for future content.

  • @sharone6811
    @sharone6811 Před 3 lety +2

    Nice car

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you for the comment and for watching my channel.

  • @Teebopp5
    @Teebopp5 Před 3 lety +3

    Wow I love Audis

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 3 lety +2

      Thank you for the comment and for watching my channel. Which Audi would you buy?

    • @Teebopp5
      @Teebopp5 Před 3 lety +1

      @@CruiseControl1 Don't really know. I drive a basic '16 Civic right now and will probably drive this for years to come. Just love the way those Audis look.

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 3 lety +1

      No worries the Civic is a great car as I have owned 5 of them. If you have any questions just let me know.

  • @chicob.3906
    @chicob.3906 Před 3 lety +1

    Looking at one right now

  • @owenal1594
    @owenal1594 Před 2 lety +1

    Audi looks good but don't know if they are reliable as Lexus

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 2 lety +5

      No not as reliable as a Lexus.

    • @owenal1594
      @owenal1594 Před 2 lety +3

      @@CruiseControl1 That's what I thought Lexus are great cars never had any problem with my es 350

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 2 lety +3

      The es 350 is great, very comfortable and reliable. The A4 is more engaging to drive and it has AWD.

  • @ronanwalsh7024
    @ronanwalsh7024 Před 2 lety

    That's not 2012 model, the upgraded model came out in 2012

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 2 lety +1

      It's a 2012, you can click the link in the description and it pulls up the Turo rental where it shows from the owner that it's a 2012.
      Thank you for your comment and for watching my channel, please like and subscribe for future content.

    • @ronanwalsh7024
      @ronanwalsh7024 Před 2 lety

      @@CruiseControl1 it might be a 2012 car but it's not the 2012 model.... I had the upgrade for four years so I should know. There are quite a few differences.... the visible ones on the outside include different front and rear bumpers, different headlamps, rear lights and grille. The S line stock alloys are different. There were changes made to the suspension, different steering wheel etc.

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 2 lety +2

      Well that's very interesting, not sure why this would be a 2012 year but not a 2012 model. Thank you for the input though. Did you have any oil consumption issues?

    • @ronanwalsh7024
      @ronanwalsh7024 Před 2 lety

      @@CruiseControl1 There were quite a number of the older model registered here in the early months of 2012 here in Europe I'm assuming that there were a number registered in the US at that time too but the upgrade model was introduced in 2012. Mine was registered in June 2012. I had no issues with oil consumption but mine was a 190 bhp diesel.... I do know that the oil pump issues that occurred with the earlier 2.0 diesel were comprehensively dealt with in the newer model. I had a minor issue with the egr valve on my 2016 model but my current 2020 hybrid model has been flawless .

    • @CruiseControl1
      @CruiseControl1  Před 2 lety

      I'm sure the diesel engines didn't suffer the same fate of oil consumption as the gas burners did. Do you prefer the diesel engine or the hybrid powertrain?