Independent Reviews of Audi New and Used Cars

Quite changed with this generation S4. And quite a lot didn't. It's a much classier overall package, both inside and out. And the pokier turbo engine now makes it feel properly quick - like the old V8 models used to be. But the underlying demeanour on offer here is very little different. An S4 is a devastatingly quick tarmac cross country tool, its improved quattro 4WD system giving this model wet weather traction that most rivals still can't match. As ever though, if you want a sporting model of this sort to be some sort of dynamic hooligan, some sort of junior M3, you'd probably do better looking elsewhere. In summary then, the S4 in this guise finally found the right balance between speed and sensibility. If we had to own a car for a week from this segment from this period, it wouldn't be the one we'd choose. If we had to choose one to live with though, it'd be difficult to resist, very fast, very smart - and very Audi.

With plug-in hybrid tech, Audi's Q7 luxury SUV might just be a touch more justifiable for some. Jonathan Crouch takes a look at the 60 TFSIe variant.

Audi has improved its second generation Q5 mid-sized SUV. Jonathan Crouch takes a look at what's on offer.

The SQ2 shows just how much of a proper hot hatch a fast compact SUV can be. Jonathan Crouch considers its appeal.

The second generation Audi A3 Saloon aims to offer the style of four-door coupe rivals with a little extra practicality. Jonathan Crouch takes a look.