2008 Audi RS4 Consumer Reviews

RS4 Cabrio is too much fun

Written by: Los Angles Audi Fan on 12/06/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi RS4 quattro 2dr Convertible AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

I have had my RS4 Cabrio for three months. I am astonished with the car: plenty of power, enough eye candy and the best attribute: I can cause BMW drivers to go crazy with the power I have under the hood. For me personally the best attribute about this car is that it's not flashy and only Audi enthusiasts really know what sort of beast I am driving. I just wish I had more free time to drive it up and down Mullholland and there was not so much stop and go traffic here in LA.

Favorite Features

Power, non-flashy looks, relatively unknown as far as performance cars go, interior design - and much more!

Suggested Improvements

Parking br under armrest - annoying.

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Audi RS4

Written by: Eric on 10/12/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi RS4 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

I've had my RS4 for just over a year. The V8 is amazing. Put it in S mode and it gets scary. The suspension tightens and it sounds like you have a whole different engine in the car. The torque really shows its face when going uphill on the freeway. It just accelerates as if someone is feeding more horsepower. Very little sign of fatigue. It's a heavy car but I like that. Built solid.

Favorite Features

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Such a joy to drive and own

Written by: johnnyb1 on 08/02/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi RS4 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

My RS4 continues to amaze me every time I take her for a drive. Amazing in every way and especially when you consider what a wonderful daily driver the RS4 can be. I've been able to get 24.9 mpg when driving very conservatively. What other 400+ HP V8 car can you say that about? My only complaint is the location of the parking brake with regard to the arm rest. Otherwise, perfect.

Favorite Features

Engine, transmission, interior build quality handling, utility, looks.

Suggested Improvements

Electronic parking brake.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Move over Carrera!

Written by: Aceumtoo on 04/17/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi RS4 quattro 2dr Convertible AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

As a 15 year Porsche Carrera owner most recently a 2005 C4S, I was sceptical on switching to an Audi. My biggest complaint with my C4S coupe was how noisy it was in the interior. I felt I had to compromise "comfort" for power. Not at all with the Audi Rs4! It out performs my C4S and with it's top down is quieter, too!! Hard to believe but true! The Audi also offered bluetooth & ipod dock, which Porsche has yet to offer! I love this car! It is so much fun to drive! It begs to go faster, which hopefully will not be near any law enforcement!

Favorite Features

Convertible top, ipod dock, bluetooth, sitck shift

Suggested Improvements

Installed radar detector? Maybe some type of quick cover for interior when top is down?

5 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Daily performance

Written by: Left Main on 02/13/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi RS4 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

Overall, this car has been a pleasure to own. I previously owned an '04 S4 that still brought smiles to my face after four years. The RS4, however, really is a very different beast. The engine has a very distinctive character. Not only is the sound phenomenal but it just simply has more oomph throughout the rpm range. This is especially true above 5000rpm where the tach rushes to redline. Living in the northeast, the car has been wonderful in snow and ice. It is easy to drive even with the "S" mode activated (I had read where this made smooth driving difficult, but I disagree). The ride can be harsh but is superior to the S4.

Favorite Features

Stealthy appearance - I have the titanium package which removes some of the differentiating features compared to the A4. Engine is phenomenal as above with a great sound. Usual Audi quality interior. Four season capability.

Suggested Improvements

Make the "S" mode the default setting. Would still welcome even more power.

11 out 11 people found this review helpful

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World performance car of the year

Written by: champ on 02/09/2008

Vehicle

2008 Audi RS4 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

I recently just purchased a 2008 Audi RS4 roughly 3 weeks ago and just absolutely love it! There is no road or track that this beast of a sedan can't handle. Quattro all-wheel drive being implemented into this car is just fantastic. Driving up a road that was icy cars were unable to climp up that particular pass, I passed them with no trouble whatsoever and the looks on their faces were priceless. Wondering how in the world I managed to do it so easily. Nontheless it's an everyday performance sedan that you can actually accommodate passengers in the back seat, yet alone have enough space for just about anything with an extensive amount of trunk space.

Favorite Features

Performance, ride handling/control, brakes, quattro, interior luxury, and not too in your face. Only car enthusiasts will recognize it!

Suggested Improvements

perhaps a couple of extra inches in the back seat would be nice. Back up camera. Audi side assist like in the new Audi A4s telling you if a car is in your blind spot while switching lanes

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Excellent car

Written by: JMV1 on 11/20/2007

Vehicle

2008 Audi RS4 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

I purchased the 2008 RS4 in July 07 and took delivery toward the end of October 07. I have not yet had a good chance to put it to any serious tests. However, from what I can tell so far, it is an extraordinary car and has exceeded my expectations on most accounts. You'll be amazed at how nice the car feels driving on mildly winding roads at 30-50 mph, and you'll be equally as impressed with it's ability to easily handle the same at 75mph. Acceleration is actually scary during the first week. All the other aspects you expect (the exhaust sound, the "sticky" 4wd, the short throw, the seats, etc.) are exactly as you'll hope: perfect. Chose this over 335xi and M3, no regrets at all.

Favorite Features

I love the understated nature of the car (though it receives many quick "double takes"). I wanted an extraordinarily fun car to drive that is mature and mildly sporty (looking). In terms driving, I can't say enough about the low speed comfort. High speed goes without saying.

Suggested Improvements

This car needs an option to have a digital speedometer right in the middle of the dash. The dial off to the right is not effective when negotiating gears and roads in a car just itching to break speed limits. Perhaps it's there and I haven't found it yet.

13 out 14 people found this review helpful

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2008 RS4

Written by: Michael on 10/31/2007

Vehicle

2008 Audi RS4 quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (4.2L 8cyl 6M)

Review

Just picked up my 2008 RS4, Daytona Grey. Color is amazing The cars fit and finish, excellent. All smiles fun factor. Handling excellent, comfort great, back seat is comfortable also but leg room in rear could be a bit more. Engine is amazing, Beautiful carbon under the hood and sounds great. Much more engaging than the new M5 or M3, from first hand experience. You never get bored. Plus confidence of Audi's all wheel. Nothing like all wheel in the rain. I am very pleased. This blows your mind, The future next generation RS4 should even be better. Can't wait.

Favorite Features

Sound of exhaust. They hit it right. Short throw stick great, Engine torch, just wants to keep going. Handling is great. All smiles fun factor guaranteed.

Suggested Improvements

Push button start, maybe paddles for those non enthusiasts. But in general no cons to this car.

10 out 11 people found this review helpful

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