Top: these Audi models are very difficult to “destroy”
The German auto company Audi has been part of the Volkswagen Group since 1964.
Its main slogan is “Progress through technology.” The cars of this brand perfectly combine the uniqueness of design with the use of all the latest developments in the field of the automotive industry. Audi cars are also recognized as the best among all cars on the secondary market. Audi has almost a century-long history of producing cars, firmly occupying a leading position among automakers of premium cars. The story began in 1909 with the opening of a car manufacturing office. The first car, Audi A, was born exactly a year later. Having experienced ups and downs, the company merged with the Volkswagen concern.
Having gained access to new capacities and technological solutions, the triumphant march of Audi's luxury developments begins. A large-scale development was all-wheel drive, implemented in the Audi 80 quattro version and forever defining the brand’s corporate identity.
The nineties of the last century also saw a boom in technical developments. It was possible to “change” production A8 cars into a duralumin body, and the A6 acquired a CVT with an iron belt. During this period, the Germans produced a huge number of cars, but only some of them were able to earn the title of being very reliable.
Audi Quattro (1980 – 1985)
Another legend. It was with this car that the history of all-wheel drive passenger cars began. It was also the company's first car to participate in the rally. He was so successful that in 6 years he won the WRC championship stages 23 times. . Thus, all-wheel drive began to be installed on subsequent Audi models. And the Audi company has gained worldwide fame.
Audi A1
When the subcompact Audi A1 was presented at the 2010 Geneva Salon, it instantly became a hit.
In the process of creation, it took a lot from its own progenitor - the 3-door Volkswagen Polo V. The restyling that took place in 2020 led to a change in the external appearance of the car, and also expanded the list of power units, making them the most economical and productive, compared to previous versions, installations . Over the entire period of its own production, the model has always occupied the best positions in car reliability ratings not only within the Audi model range, but also among all world-class automakers.
According to the version of the most reliable small class cars, the rating agency Dekra placed the Audi A1 at the top line. According to statistics collected by the ADAC club, there are only 6 breakdowns per thousand cars of this series. “Weakness” comes from wheel rims that corrode over time, and the occasional misalignment of the headlights of the front optics of the car.
The car is officially not available in dealer showrooms in the Russian Federation, but it can be purchased without any problems in the European Union. The purchase of a machine of excellent quality can cost from 20 thousand euros.
BMW vs AUDI: which is more expensive to maintain?
BMW and AUDI cars are in equally high demand, and many car owners are interested in which of these cars will be cheaper to maintain. However, it is impossible to answer this question unambiguously, since each brand has many different models that differ in parameters, and the price of the service also depends on many factors. However, we made a conditional comparison and came to the following conclusions.
Main factors influencing the cost of servicing BMW and AUDI
- Age of cars. It's no secret that the older the car, the more expensive its maintenance will be. Both BMW and AUDI suffer from chronic problems. At Audi, for example, thermostats and compressors often fail on cars with small engines. German units are generally more reliable, but diesel engines often have turbines that break, which entails considerable costs. Approximate costs for parts can be estimated here: https://rextor.ru/catalogs
- Mode and operating conditions. Depending on how intensively the car is used and on what roads it has to travel, maintenance costs also depend. However, to the credit of the Bavarians, let it be said that the BMW can withstand much more significant loads on the suspension, while the Audi can fail after the first 50 thousand kilometers.
- Gearbox type. Both Audit and BMW have the most unpretentious and “indestructible” manual transmission; it can serve for years without causing any trouble. As for the automatic transmission, both manufacturers often cause trouble for owners, since the technical unit needs more careful maintenance, especially when driving is not the most careful.
- Timely service. For both BMW and Audi, a characteristic problem is the absence of symptoms of breakdowns in the early stages. The units are very reliable, so they may not show signs of breakdown for a long time, so irregular service can cause increased costs.
And yet, which car is cheaper to maintain?
To summarize, we can draw the following conclusions. BMWs are cars that are generally more reliable and durable than Audis. They break down less often, but in the event of a malfunction, spare parts will be much more expensive.
At Audi, all technical units are less durable and fail faster. However, the parts themselves are cheaper, easier to find, and there is a wide selection of aftermarket parts available to make up for the shortfall. Therefore, both cars will generally cost about the same to maintain.
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Audi TT
The production of the small-sized Audi TT coupe officially started in 1998, while the concept car appeared publicly at the Frankfurt Motor Show 3 years earlier. The 1st generation of the car was produced continuously until 2006. Interestingly, the first 320 copies of the TT were deprived of reverse gear, which was a specific challenge to German legislation that allows driving in reverse at low speeds on the autobahn lane reserved for vehicles.
The 2nd generation Audi TT Coupe appeared at the Tokyo Motor Show in 2005, demonstrating a lightweight, strong body made from an alloy of aluminum and steel.
The 3rd generation has become available to everyone who wants to enjoy Audi quality from 2020. The car is simply recognizable, elegant, exciting, modern, with a high-quality interior and ultra-technological filling; it certainly confirms its status as a premium sector car.
Since its release, the car has consistently occupied favorite positions in various ratings dedicated to the reliability of Audi cars. In the annual TUV Report (Complete Reliability Rating of Used Cars) at the beginning of 2020, the model confidently took 5th place among cars from various manufacturers up to 5 years old, and in 3rd place – up to 7 years.
In the Russian Federation, the car can be purchased at car dealerships only in a coupe body; the price scale of the model starts from 2.7 million rubles. In Germany, the car is presented in 6 variations - Coupe, RS Coupe, TTS Coupe, Roadster, RS Roadster, TTS Roadster. Naturally, you can transport a used version of a used car from European countries in any body.
Instead of an epilogue
Undoubtedly, 30-valve petrol “sixes” are structurally more complex than their 12-valve OHC predecessors installed on the Audi 100/A6 C4. In addition, second-generation engines are much more demanding in terms of timely maintenance and high-quality materials, and therefore do not forgive neglect of routine maintenance.
On the good side, the cylinder-piston group of these units was designed with a good margin of safety, and therefore, with good motor oil, naturally aspirated six-cylinder engines are capable of “running” even 500 thousand km before the first major overhaul.
However, the “crazy” 2.7-liter turbo engine, just like the 3.0-liter “aluminum” units, with normal maintenance is capable of covering a mileage of 300 thousand km.
Among the other advantages of V6 gasoline engines of those years is a fairly reliable and trouble-free distributed multi-point fuel injection into the intake manifold (MPI), which was installed on all units of the second and third generations.
Audi Q3
The concept car was developed and demonstrated to the auto world in 2007, but the production car was released for the first time at the Shanghai Auto Show (2011).
Three years later (2014), the car was transformed after a planned restyling, and in 2020 it was time to show the world the 2nd generation of the Audi Q3. The exterior of the car was significantly updated and redesigned. The salon has become even more attractive and comfortable, and the quality of the interior decoration has increased significantly. The engines that the machine can be equipped with are represented by a wide range of capacities, capable of running on both gasoline and diesel.
If you believe the documentation posted by the TUV Report, the Audi Q3 confidently holds the 5th place in terms of reliability in the age group of 2- and 3-year-old cars from various manufacturers and occupies 21st position out of 100 rivals in terms of reliability of the “steel friend” under 5 years of age.
The Audi Q3 can only be purchased in the European Union. The purchase budget starts from 33.7 thousand euros. In our country, it is only planned to sell this car through a network of dealership centers, but the cost for Russia has not yet been determined.
Electrics and glitches of the Audi A4 B8
Without outside interference such as a crookedly installed alarm or music, no major electrical problems were noticed. The electric drive for the gas tank flap is faulty, but this problem is most often fixed during the warranty stage.
Even LED front and rear lights after restyling may begin to “lose” individual LEDs. The officials will push for replacement of the entire lantern assembly, but the repairs have already been mastered by craftsmen.
Even the electric handbrake, which is potentially problematic for VAGs of these years (Passat B6, for example), works without complaints and without additional maintenance.
Audi Q7
The creation of the Audi Q7 model line began in 2005, after demonstrating the new product to the general public at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
As a full-size crossover with permanent all-wheel drive, the Q7 shares a similar platform with the Volkswagen Touareg and Porsche Cayenne. The 2nd generation of the car, available for purchase in 2020, has the latest platform and a completely modified exterior both inside and out. During the process of alterations and restyling, the dimensions of the car decreased dramatically, but due to other configurations, the interior began to look even more spacious. The list of equipment, standard and optional, has become even longer, offering more capabilities.
As a jeep, it is better not to use the Audi Q7 in Russian realities - for this there are models that are most tailored for off-road use. The absence of a lowering mechanism and the parquet theory applied to the engine and gearbox significantly reduces the vehicle's cross-country ability. But its convenience and reliability for the town and the highway are beyond praise. During crash tests, the passengers inside the Audi Q7 remained intact due to the strength of the side members, which could not be said about the passengers of other small cars that became participants in the “test” accident.
Based on the “Consumer reports” rating, the Audi Q7 took ninth place, while the specialists took into account not only the number of repair statistics, but also focused on their personal feelings from the car’s operation on a high-speed track.
In Russia, an Audi Q7 car is not cheap - sales start at 4 million rubles, or, if you buy it in Germany, you will have to pay 64 thousand euros.
Bottom line
The Audi A4 B8 is a car that you need to “grow into” financially and morally. This should be a conscious choice of a car that you really like, and not just because it’s an Audi. Advantages in the form of comfort, dynamics and status can result in expensive repairs. But you shouldn’t be afraid of this if you choose a worthy copy wisely at the time of purchase.
A transparent history, routine maintenance (more often is better) should be the main criteria. The information in the article is enough to weed out unnecessary candidates at the examination stage and spend money on high-quality diagnostics of the few remaining.
Although after restyling the manufacturer eliminated many technical shortcomings, you should not completely abandon the A4 2007-2011. Especially when you consider that they are cheaper with minimal external differences. Many childhood illnesses appeared during the warranty period or were eliminated with upgraded parts. Therefore, we return again to our main selection criteria - a good service history and careful operation.
Good luck on the roads!
Audi A4/A5
The 1st generation of the Audi A4 was created on the basis of the Volkswagen Passat with an emphasis on passive safety and increased directional stability.
Production of the car officially began in 1994, but the last cars left the assembly line only in 2001. The model has gone through 5 generations over the years, but now buyers can purchase the 5th generation of the sedan. It has a striking, elegant appearance, stunning interior design and ultra-technological “inside”. The car is simply suitable for both family trips and work trips. The most important thing is that the build quality remains amazing, beyond criticism, and the finishing materials are modern and durable. The reliability level of the car is also very high.
According to the TUV Report, which is provided frequently, the reliability of the car is confirmed by the tenth line of the rating among cars under 3 years of age, the number of breakdowns does not exceed 3.3%. Among cars aged up to 5 years, the Audi A4 falls to 26th line in the rating, which is associated with 7% of breakdowns. A lot of complaints are caused by two-liter gasoline engines, on which after 100,000 kilometers, oil burns and accompanying difficulties with soot and exhaustion begin. The Audi A5 model, which is in fact a sports modification of the A4 version, shows completely the same reliability characteristics.
The A4 model in Russia starts a little with the basic configuration starting at 2.2 million rubles, and sales of the basic A5 coupe start at 3 million rubles.
Top most reliable Audi cars
Audi is a recognized favorite in the premium segment. The successes of the German company Audi are due to its entry into the Volkswagen Group in 1964. Its activities are carried out under the motto “Progress through technology”, which ultimately brings stunning results. The whole world admires the sophistication of the forms and technical perfection of the machines, whose leadership in the secondary market has not been disputed for many years. During the triumphal march through the auto world, many “indestructible” luxury models were created, awarded the title of the most reliable, among them:
- The subcompact Audi A1, based on the legendary Volkswagen Polo V, became a hit in 2010. The model underwent restyling in 2020, during which more powerful and economical engines were installed on board. Statistics show that the breakdown rate of these machines does not exceed 0.6%. Among the defects that appear over time is the appearance of rust on the discs. According to the rating agency Dekra, the model is on the top line. The cars cost from 20,000 euros and are not supplied to Russia.
- The second place is occupied by the Audi TT, the first copies of which rolled off the assembly line in 1998. By the end of 2006, only 320 thousand cars were produced,
The second generation was presented in 2005 in Tokyo with the development of the Audi TT Coupe, characterized by a durable body made of aluminum and steel alloy.
The third generation launched in 2020 and instantly joined the ranks of the premium series, striking the eye with its elegant interior and electronic content. In Russia, the only available coupe model costs 2.7 million rubles; in Germany, the car is sold in 6 versions, any of which can be driven across the border without any extra effort.
- The Audi Q3 concept car appeared in 2007, underwent restyling in 2014 and appeared as a new generation in 2020. Universal engines run on gasoline and diesel fuel. Audi Q3 occupies 5th place among vehicles of various manufacturers aged up to 3 years.
- The full-size Audi Q7 crossover, which has a platform identical to the Porsche Cayenne and Volkswagen Touareg, was demonstrated to the public in 2005 in Frankfurt. The next generation appeared before the eyes of admirers in 2020. The car behaves impeccably in urban conditions and on highways, but off-road its cross-country ability leaves much to be desired. Audi Q7 costs 4 million in Russia,
- The Audi A4 based on the Volkswagen Passat has undergone 5 generations since 2001. The sedan has modern features, excellent appearance and is ideal for family travel and work trips. For a model with basic equipment in Russia you will have to pay 2.2 million rubles.
- Audi A 3 belongs to the small family class of cars. The first 2 generations were represented by hatchbacks, the third generation includes modifications of a convertible, sedan and sportback. The cost of models does not fall below 1.9 million rubles.
The Audi A6 replaced the Audi 100 in 1994 and became the most popular model in our country. High demand is due to the availability of quattro all-wheel drive ,galvanized body, spacious interior, spacious cargo compartment and a variety of power plants from 180 to 310 hp. After the latest restyling, luxury developments start at 4 million rubles.
The unsurpassed quality of the Audi family is evidenced by the fact that sales of cars under this brand are increasing every year all over the world.
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