New 2009 Audi A4

The main thoroughbred in the Audi stable, the 2009 Audi A4 is sure to be at the finish line of many luxury car-buying decisions. One of the main reasons for its constant mention is the distinction to successively improve handling and performance across generations of this award-winning vehicle. 

The A4 comes in three body styles: sedan, convertible (named the Cabriolet) and wagon (called the Avant). The 2.0T sedan is a 200-horsepower, 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that comes in both front- or all-wheel drive and 6-speed manual or automatic transmission. The 2.0T Cabriolet differs from its sedan sibling in only being offered in all-wheel drive and a 6-speed automatic transmission.  

The 3.2 sedan provides the same all-wheel drive and 6-speed automatic transmission, but as a part of the boastful 3.2-liter V-6 engine, good for 255-horsepower and the type of driving performance car buyers have come to expect. One can also upgrade the A4 to experience the continuously variable transmission (CVT) – demonstrating the ability to change through six or seven transmission speeds rather seamlessly. 

Redesigned in 2009 with even smoother styling, the aforementioned and robust V-6 engine and the always-enticing interior, the A4 holds its own and then some against the likes of the BMW 3 Series, Cadillac CTS, Infiniti G35 and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The A4 garners above-average fuel economy to others in its’ class with 17-23 MPG city and 25-30 MPG highway. 

The A4 seats up to five passengers very comfortably and features its proprietary Multi-Media Interface. The highest quality of materials are used to make surfaces soft with knobs and switches exhibited a low-gloss, well-crafted finish for increased refinement. In addition, headroom, trunk volume and a folding rear seat exude well-thought roominess. 

A frequent mention by automotive experts and drivers alike, the 2009 Audi A4 provides a variety of standard and optional configurations that appeal to the luxury car masses.