Which audi a4 is better

We managed to cram five carry-on suitcases in the trunk but were disappointed by the A4's small storage bins and cubbies. The A4's infotainment system consists of a A cool digital gauge display that Audi calls Virtual Cockpit is optional, and we highly recommend it. The A4 has many driver-assistance features , but they're limited to costly upper trim levels. Features such as blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control, for example, are only available on the pricier Premium Plus and Prestige trim levels.

Key safety features include:. Audi's warranty coverage is strictly average among luxury brands, and it offers no complimentary scheduled maintenance coverage, unlike BMW. More Features and Specs. New Cars. Buyer's Guide. Type keyword s to search. By Drew Dorian. View Photos. The Car and Driver Difference. Take your pick from 3 petrol and 3 diesel engines with 7-speed S tronic transmission or a 6-speed manual on the 35 TFSI engine.

On the A6, there are 4 engines in total, 2 petrol quattro, 1 diesel with 7-speed S tronic and another diesel with 8-speed tiptronic transmission. The A6 takes the lead in terms of engine power with improved torque and horsepower.

The front-wheel drive is fine but not a match to quattro all-wheel drive. Regardless, both cars have impressively precise handling. The dash on the A6 is also much cleaner - the Audi MMI Infotainment system uses twin touch screens with haptic and acoustic feedback.

The A4 is a little clunkier looking, featuring just one infotainment screen and the traditional dials and buttons take up the rest of the space.

Both cars have automatic climate control, a rearview camera, and a sunroof. This fully digital instrument cluster allows you to keep your eyes ahead of you, displaying your sat nav, speedometer and more behind the steering wheel, rather than the middle of the dash. Audi's Tech Pack is also an optional extra on both. Both have seating capacity for 5.

There is a touch more headroom and legroom for front seat passengers in the A4 but if you regularly have backseat passengers, the A6 is much roomier.

The A4 Saloon boot space comes in at litres, whilst the A6 Saloon can fit up to litres with the rear seats up. The difference is larger still in the Avant models. The A4 Avant holds a capacity of litres, whilst the A6 Avant boot space boasts a solid litres.

You should have no concerns about safety with either car. If you can live with the smaller body of the A4, you can simply pay a little extra for the particular features you want. The price of the A4 is pretty standard when pinned against others in its class like the BMW 3 Series. The A6, however, is higher than average.

Practicality, comfort and boot space The A4 is on par with its rivals with a spacious boot and generous passenger space. Deals and offers The latest finance deals and special offers on the Audi A4 saloon and Avant estate. Share this on Twitter Share this on Facebook Email. More on A4. New Audi A4 to stick with petrol and diesel power.

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