This is in reviewing my friend's car I was lucky enough to be loaned for a test drive last week. The ratings above really speak for themselves. Gorgeous exterior styling and more horsepower than I've ever experienced in a vehicle. Obviously with a V8 engine, you'll be at the petrol station more often, but this isn't a daily driver folks. This is a "sports" car... you drive it for sport, fun, and excitement.

There's is absolutely no arguing that this is one of worst cars you could pick up your date in. Pull up to her house with this, and you're advertising that you lack ambition, class, and any style whatsoever. But when you're a starving student, as I was, and you need a car to get your around, this will do. I remember the lights would dim and the radio volume would become quieter when I drove up any terrain remotely resembling a slight incline. I remember a scooter passing me on the highway. I would avoid driving during windy days for fear that the car could be blown into the ditch.

Hopefully this review isn't to critical.

This is a great car for those looking for something stylish yet economical. The "CITY" suffix for many of Volkswagon's traditional models (Golf, Jetta, etc...) means you are getting a "scaled" down version of the original. For most of us, this is still a very good option for day to day commuting in and around the city.

According to what I've read online, A4's created before 2001 are junk and prone to breaking down. Audi went with a completely different engine design with new A4's. Overall a fun car to drive, but a real money sink.