Which is the most popular engine in the Audi A4 Avant?

There's nearly an equal split between diesel and petrol engines when it comes to used A4 Avant models. However, the diesel engines offer the highest efficiency, while the Quattro variant is the fastest-accelerating model.

Which are the most popular model variants?

Audi currently offers the A4 Avant in three models: Sport, S Line and Black Edition. The S Line is the most popular among used cars, but only slightly more than the Black Edition. With the S Line, expect a sportier suspension than offered with the base model, along with aluminium silver trim detailing, Alcantara leather seats, sports pedals and LED headlights with high-beam assist.

What optional extras should I look out for?

Look out for the panoramic glass roof. Upgraded stereo systems are available for a better sound experience in the cabin.

Is the Audi A4 Avant a good family car?

Yes, the A4 Avant is larger than the car it's based on, offering more boot space and rear passenger room. It's also comfortable and can be equipped with high-end technology for a more enjoyable family drive.

Is there a hybrid version of the Audi A4 Avant?

Audi didn't make the A4 Avant a hybrid car. There have only been petrol and diesel engines offered. If you're interested in electric power, check out the e-tron lineup.

Is the Audi A4 Avant available as an automatic?

Audi built A4 Avant models with an available automatic transmission. It's more popular than the manual gearbox variants among used cars.

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

Audi refers to its four-wheel drive system as 'quattro'. While the front-wheel drive configuration is more popular in the used market, there shouldn't be any difficulty finding one with the better traction and handling that four-wheel drive offers.

270 Used Audi A4 Avant cars for sale

Audi A4 Avant2018 (18) - 2.0 TFSI S line S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£10,499

2L
119.1K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

AL PRESTIGE CARS LTD

02380017157 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi A4 Avant2018 (18) - 2.0 TFSI S line S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£7,989

2L
156.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Motorhub

01535281058 *

Audi A4 Avant2023 (23) - 2.0 TDI 35 S line S Tronic Euro 6 5-door

£26,650

2L
26.7K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Cardiff Audi

02922679534 *

Audi A4 Avant2017 (17) - 3.0 TDI V6 S line Tiptronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£22,990

£452/pm (HP)

3L
39.9K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Drift Bridge Audi Walton on Thames

01932550477 *

Audi A4 Avant2024 - Avant S line 40 TFSI 204 PS S tronic 5-Door

£27,740

£425/pm (PCP)

2L
17.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Stafford Audi

01785338461 *

4.9/5 Stars

Audi A4 Avant2016 - TFSI Sport 5-Door

£8,795

£164/pm (HP)

2L
98.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

BAV Motor Company

01656334318 *

Audi A4 Avant2023 - AVANT TFSI S LINE BLACK EDITION 5-Door

£28,000

£477/pm (PCP)

2L
25.9K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Estate

Big Motoring World Wimbledon

02038235453 *

Audi A4 Avant2012 (12) - A4 Avant 2.0 TDI SE Multitronic Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,495

£136/pm (HP)

2L
68.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

BM Car Sales

01493806054 *

Audi A4 Avant2020 (70) - 2.0 TDI 30 S line Estate 5dr Diesel S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) (136 ps)

£19,990

£322/pm (PCP)

2L
64.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Brownroyd Motors Limited

01706398652 *

Audi A4 Avant2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI 35 Black Edition S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£18,891

£287/pm (PCP)

2L
77.1K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

CARGEM

01708973710 *

Audi A4 Avant2023 - 40 TFSI 204 S Line 5dr S Tronic Automatic

£21,990

£307/pm (PCP)

2L
44.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

D M Keith Select Bradford

01274089129 *

4.2/5 Stars

Audi A4 Avant2017 - TFSI Sport 5-Door

£9,119

1.4L
76.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

Sturdys Castle Car Centre

01869221306 *

Audi A4 Avant2019 (69) - 2.0 TFSI 35 Technik Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£12,251

£236/pm (HP)

2L
80.2K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

PRO AUTOCARS LTD

01256587054 *

Audi A4 Avant2023 (73) - 2.0 TFSI 40 S line S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£27,990

£409/pm (PCP)

2L
16.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Drift Bridge Audi Walton on Thames

01932550477 *

Audi A4 Avant2016 - 1.4 TFSI Sport Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£5,999

£105/pm (HP)

1.4L
122.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Estate

WHEELS 4 LESS NORFOLK LTD

01603937331 *

0/5 Stars

Audi A4 Avant2013 (13) - 2.0 TDI Black Edition Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

£6,995

2L
112.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Estate

Pudsey Service Centre

01132362668 *

Audi A4 Avant2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI S line Estate 5dr Diesel S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,995

£273/pm (HP)

2L
56.0K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Grampian Cars

01261450003 *

4.2/5 Stars

Audi A4 Avant2019 - 2.0 TFSI 40 Black Edition S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,690

2L
51.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Estate

Motor Match Crewe

01270441019 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi A4 Avant2020 - TDI Technik 5-Door

£14,299

£279/pm (HP)

2L
91.8K
Miles
Diesel
Automatic
Estate

Squire Cars Ltd

01495365519 *

Audi A4 Avant2020 - AVANT TDI S LINE 5-Door

£19,300

£322/pm (PCP)

2L
49.8K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Estate

Big Motoring World Cannock

01543221765 *

Why buy a used Audi A4 Avant?

If you're in the market for a car that's refined, spacious and feels very premium, then a used Audi A4 Avant is a great choice. As the estate version of Audi's best-selling saloon, the A4 Avant follows a winning formula - a classy interior and a wide range of powertrain options which are designed for efficiency and acceleration.

Used Audi A4 Avant snapshot review

Author: Jack Evans

Pros

Quality cabin
Refined ride
More practical than saloon

Cons

No plug-in hybrid
Ride can be firm on bigger alloys
Interior is well built but can be drab

Audi A4 Avant video review

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Used Audi A4 Avant buying guide

Engines and transmissions

There have been plenty of powertrain options with the A4 Avant, ranging from diesel to petrol engines, an automatic or a manual gearbox, and front- or four-wheel drive.

Petrol

35 TFSI uses a 2.0-litre engine to generate 147bhp and claimed fuel economy of 42.8mpg
40 TFSI increases the output to 201bhp and still retains decent fuel economy of around 44mpg
A 40 TFSI variant also produced a lower power of 187bhp but could reach 50mpg
The 45 TFSI uses the same engine with better tuning to boost power to 241bhp, but the fuel economy falls to 35.3mpg
Vorsprung edition raises the output to 261bhp and achieves a 5.5-second 0-60mph time

Diesel

35 TDI generates 160bhp for the best fuel consumption - up to 52.3mpg
40 TDI increases the output to 201bhp and offers fuel economy of 47.1mpg
Quattro 3.0-litre model boosts the power to 268bhp with fuel economy of up to 53mpg

Practicality

The Audi A4 Avant is the more practical version of the company's best-selling saloon model, designed for those who desire more boot capacity as you can fill to the roof.

Interior space

Driver's seat offers plenty of adjustment options, including available lumbar support
Taller passengers fit well in the back seat with lots of headroom available
Rear doors open wide for easier installation of child seats with ISOFIX mounting points

Boot space

505-litre boot can be expanded to 1,495 litres when using the 40:20:40 split rear seats
Wide boot opening makes it easier to load bulkier items

Shopping hooks, tethering points and storage nets add to the versatility

Safety

2015 Euro NCAP rating for all A4 models was a perfect five stars.
Adult occupant rating is 89%, with child occupant at 87%
Standard kit includes traffic sign recognition, driver drowsiness detection and lane departure warning

Technology

10.1-inch user-friendly infotainment system has plenty of functionality
12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit display makes all of the information digital.
Available wireless charging pad keeps devices ready to go

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270 Used Audi A4 Avant cars for sale

Audi A4 Avant2018 (18) - 2.0 TFSI S line S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi A4 Avant2018 (18) - 2.0 TFSI S line S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi A4 Avant2023 (23) - 2.0 TDI 35 S line S Tronic Euro 6 5-door

Audi A4 Avant2017 (17) - 3.0 TDI V6 S line Tiptronic quattro Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi A4 Avant2024 - Avant S line 40 TFSI 204 PS S tronic 5-Door

Audi A4 Avant2016 - TFSI Sport 5-Door

Audi A4 Avant2023 - AVANT TFSI S LINE BLACK EDITION 5-Door

Audi A4 Avant2012 (12) - A4 Avant 2.0 TDI SE Multitronic Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Audi A4 Avant2020 (70) - 2.0 TDI 30 S line Estate 5dr Diesel S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) (136 ps)

Audi A4 Avant2021 (21) - 2.0 TDI 35 Black Edition S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi A4 Avant2023 - 40 TFSI 204 S Line 5dr S Tronic Automatic

Audi A4 Avant2017 - TFSI Sport 5-Door

Audi A4 Avant2019 (69) - 2.0 TFSI 35 Technik Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi A4 Avant2023 (73) - 2.0 TFSI 40 S line S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi A4 Avant2016 - 1.4 TFSI Sport Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi A4 Avant2013 (13) - 2.0 TDI Black Edition Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Audi A4 Avant2016 (66) - 2.0 TDI S line Estate 5dr Diesel S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

Audi A4 Avant2019 - 2.0 TFSI 40 Black Edition S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Audi A4 Avant2020 - TDI Technik 5-Door

Audi A4 Avant2020 - AVANT TDI S LINE 5-Door

Why buy a used Audi A4 Avant?

Used Audi A4 Avant snapshot review

Author: Jack Evans

Pros

Cons

Audi A4 Avant video review

Used Audi A4 Avant buying guide

Engines and transmissions

Practicality

Safety

Technology

Used Audi A4 Avant FAQ's

Which is the most popular engine in the Audi A4 Avant?

Which are the most popular model variants?

What optional extras should I look out for?

Is the Audi A4 Avant a good family car?

Is there a hybrid version of the Audi A4 Avant?

Is the Audi A4 Avant available as an automatic?

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?