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A2

2000 to 2005

Audi A2
Hatchback 2000 to 2005
  • Clever design, quality construction, good looks
  • Limited rear space, engine coarse at higher revs
A3

2003 on

Audi A3 Hatchback
Hatchback 2003 on
  • Supreme build quality, wide choice of engines
  • Expensive, not as good to drive as rivals
Audi A3 Sportback
Sportback 2004 on
  • Stylish looks, refined and comfortable
  • Not particularly involving to drive
Audi A3 Cabriolet
Cabriolet 2008 on
  • Looks good, great to drive
  • Pricey, boot is hard to access

1996 to 2003

Audi A3
Hatchback 1996 to 2003
  • Well built, pleasant to drive, still fashionable
  • Cramped rear seats
A4

2008 on

Audi A4 Saloon
Saloon 2008 on
  • Roomy interior, superb ride and handling, big boot
  • Not a particularly daring design
Audi A4 Avant
Avant 2008 on
  • Good levels of interior space, well built, good to drive
  • Not as fuel efficient as BMW 3-Series, expensive options

2005 to 2008

Audi A4 Saloon
Saloon 2005 to 2008
  • Good all rounder, wide range of engine, feels classy
  • Still tight in the back, not quite as polished as BMW 3-Series
Audi A4 Avant
Avant 2005 to 2008
  • Understated style, excellent choice of engines, comfortable
  • Rivals offer more boot space
Audi A4 Cabriolet
Cabriolet 2005 to 2008
  • Elegant style, great engines, incredibly refined
  • Cramped rear seats, not as good to drive as rivals
Audi A4 RS4
RS4 2006 to 2008
  • Superb performance, understated looks, safe handling
  • Thirsty V8 engine, high running costs

2000 to 2005

Audi A4 Saloon
Saloon 2000 to 2004
  • Good image, neat styling, comfortable
  • Not particularly cheap
Audi A4 Avant
Avant 2001 to 2004
  • Executive looks, good load-carrying ability.
  • Pricey, not as good to drive as some rivals
Audi A4 Cabriolet
Cabriolet 2001 to 2005
  • Sophisticated image, well built, refined
  • Space is tight in the bacck

1995 to 2001

Audi A4 Saloon
Saloon 1995 to 2001
  • Strong image, good engines, top quality construction
  • Limited rear space, sensitive brakes
Audi A4 Avant
Avant 1996 to 2001
  • Strong image, good engines, top quality construction
  • Limited rear space, sensitive brakes
A5

2007 on

Audi A5
Saloon 2007 on
  • Comfortable, very well built, understated looks
  • Isn't sparkling to drive, limited legroom in the back
A6

2004 on

Audi A6 Saloon
Saloon 2004 on
  • Handsome yet understated looks, excellent interior finish, class leading interior space
  • Numb steering, overly firm ride
Audi A6 Avant
Avant 2005 on
  • Spacious, comfortable, well built
  • Not particularly exhilarating to drive
Audi A6 S6
S6 2006 on
  • Stunningly quick, sounds superb, unassuming looks
  • High running costs
Audi A6 Allroad
Allroad 2006 on
  • Supreme quality, surprisingly capable off road
  • Lacks ground clearance of a true off roader

1997 to 2005

Audi A6 Saloon
Saloon 1997 to 2004
  • Understated sculpted lines, superbly built
  • Not as sporting as key rivals
Audi A6 Avant
Avant 1998 to 2004
  • Quality fit and finish and a superb drive
  • Servicing is expensive
Audi A6 Allroad
Allroad 2000 to 2005
  • Great for towing, superb traction, excellent build quality
  • Not as capable as a true off roader
A8

2003 on

Audi A8 Saloon
Saloon 2003 on
  • Superbly refined, excellent build quality, not as flashy as rivals
  • Slightly bland image, tame driving experience
Audi A8 S8
S8 2006 on
  • Long-distance luxury, sure-footed performance
  • Very thirsty, for the well-off only

1994 to 2002

Audi A8
Saloon 1994 to 2002
  • Solidly built, limousine like comfort, refined
  • Dull design, no diesel engine
Q7

2006 on

Audi Q7
Estate 2006 on
  • Road presence, plenty of carrying capacity
  • Very limited off road
R8

2007 on

Audi R8
Coupe 2007 on
  • Dramatic styling, easy to drive, intoxicating soundtrack, solid build
  • Small luggage space, poor rear visibility
S3

2006 on

Audi S3
Hatchback 2006 on
  • Supremely effective at covering ground quickly, build quality, image
  • A little too clinical, harsh high-speed ride
TT

2006 on

Audi TT Coupé
Coupé 2006 on
  • Sleek styling, surefooted handling
  • Excellent 2.0T makes the V6 seem pricey
Audi TT Roadster
Roadster 2007 on
  • Fun to drive, stylish, fast folding roof
  • Fabric hood isn't as secure as a metal top

1999 to 2006

Audi TT Coupé
Coupé 1999 to 2006
  • Iconic styling, sophisticated interior, great 1.8T engine
  • Not quite as good to drive as some rivals
Audi TT Roadster
Roadster 1999 to 2006
  • Classic styling, sporty interior
  • Pointless rear seats, not as great to drive as it looks