Reviews: The 2005 Audi A4 Avant
By Jane Smith
Introduction
The 2005 A4 Avant is manufactured in GERMANY for Audi. It is Audi's entry into the WAGON 4-DR market. It has a retail price of $30,350 USD in 2005.
A4 Avant Dimensions
In 2005 the A4 Avant has an overall length of 179.00 inches and a width of 69.50 inches. It sits a total of 56.20 inches off the ground, with a ground clearance of 4.20 inches. Front headroom is 38.40 inches.
The Ind front suspension gives the A4 Avant a turning radius of 36.40 inches. It uses 215/55R16 tires with a wheelbase of 104.30 inches.
Drivetrain
The A4 Avant comes standard with a 5-Speed Automatic Overdrive transmission and is a all-wheel drive vehicle. It has a curb weight of approximately 3660 lbs. The 4-Wheel ABS front brakes are Disc and the rear brakes are Disc.
Fuel Economy
The 1.8L L4 DOHC 20V TURBO engine is rated at 20 miles/gallon city and 28 miles/gallon highway off a 16.60 gallon tank. This is average for its class. Flexible Fuel versions are available.
Pricing
The A4 Avant retails for $30,350 USD with a invoice price of $28,219 USD for the base model with no options. A standard delivery charge of $720 USD is also applicable. Additional options and trim levels can raise the price significantly.
Specs & Equipment
Standard equipment includes Child Safety Door Locks, Power Door Locks, Vehicle Anti-Theft, 4WD/AWD, ABS Brakes. While it varies per trim level optional equipment lists Second Row Side Airbag, Trip Computer, Voice Activated Telephone, Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat, Passenger Multi-Adjustable Power Seat.
Exterior color choices include Arctic White, Atlas Gray Metallic, Brilliant Black, Brilliant Red, Cambridge Green Pearl Effect, Canvas Beige Metallic, Crimson Red Pearl Effect, Crystal Blue Metallic, Dolphin Gray Pearl Effect, Light Silver Metallic, Moro Blue Pearl Effect, Ocean Blue Pearl Effect with interior choices of Beige Leather Interior, Ebony Cloth Interior, Ebony Leather Interior, Gray Cloth Interior, Platinum Leather Interior. The A4 Avant seats 5 people with 41.30 inches front leg room.
Standard Warranty
The standard warranty period is months or miles. It also has a month/ mile powertrain warranty. Extended warranties are available through the manufacturer or third-party vendors. It's important to check with your dealer to verify all warranties.
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