Audi S4 (2005 - 2008) Reviews, Pricing & Specs

Ive owned two 2005 Audi S4 Cabriolets and loved them both. This 2008 is the same car but with an Aux port The normally aspirated 40 valve 4.2 L V8 sounds wonderful and has lots of torque. Yes it throws you back against the seat under acceleration. It also throws you against the shoulder belt under braking from high speed. A very fun car to drive in the sun. In Winter the only thing that slows this car down is deep snow. This S4 is lower to the ground than an A4 and the front air dam makes a terrible snow plow. It was meant for air, not frozen water. But parked on ice in six inches of snow, just buckle up and step on the gas as much as you want. The car just slowly creeps away slowly picking up speed with no noticeable wheel spin. Aug 31, 2022

Love the style and performance, unbelievable all-weather capability (and I've driven through white-out blizzards over the Rocky Mountains). Easy to drive fast, hard to want to drive slow. Worst gas mileage imaginable. Maintenance costs are like routine route canals. Will still miss the big V8's when they're all gone. I'm keeping mine as a hobby car as the world moves to sport hybrids and we all putter around quietly - - before the self-driving cars come and we're all reduced to passengers. Dec 17, 2014

Have owned this car for over 2 years - it has done everything we have asked and more - ski trips - hi speed blasts into the city - everyday commuter - pass anyone you want to on the highway - stuck to the road on the highway and back roads - goes through snow like a champ - one of the most fun cars I have driven to date - great value for the money - blown away by the acceleration an overall performance - would definitely buy another one - Nov 12, 2014

Audi S4 proves that luxury and performance can live together in one well-balanced package. small block V8 makes amazing growl noise, sharp handling and attractive interior. rear seats are little bit tight but front recaro bucket seats are hugging you in every corner and give you confidence entering the corner in high speed. Quattro all wheel drive ensures you have all time grip even in snow condition.Nov 05, 2011

The B6 Audi S4 Cabriolet is without a doubt the greatest convertible car I have ever had the pleasure of driving...and owning. With 340 horses under the hood, this car is pretty quick and extremely fun to drive. It handles just as well as the sedan version of the B6 S4 as well, and the braking is exceptional. What sets this convertible from the rest is the level of build quality employed in it, which is one of Audi's motifs. The tops goes up and down in about 24 seconds; there is never any wind noise or rattling when the top is up. The solid interior is quiet, with the roar of the engine easily audible. Finally, this car is sexy on the inside and outside; the polished aluminum really makes the car stand out. In short, this car is a blast to own and drive.Oct 21, 2009

Erm 0 - 60 in 5.9 secs and top end of 155 sums it up although haven't managed to get past 145 yet (only joking officer). Usual audi quality, quality build, quality interior, quality feel and drive. 18 MPG but with 4.2 V8 under the bonnet who cares. This car rocks, test drive one you wont go back. Buy one and tell the wife its ' a sporty family car'.Aug 06, 2009

A really impressive effort by Audi that seems to have BMW Motorsports on its toes now. And competition is a good thing for both brands. The S4 is incredibly solid, even the cabriolet, and begs to be thrown into the turns where its low profile rubber and quattro hold the road like its on rails. The engine boasts an impressive 340 hp, with 300 lb-ft of torque. This car is purposed detuned for the U.S. market, so for the performance minded some simple upgrades can easily up these numbers by 10-20 percent. The styling of the S4 can't compete with the new S5 and isn't aggressive enough to draw attention the way an M car does, but sometimes that's a blessing. The gas mileage was downright embarrassing until I dropped a K&N filter in and now get 22-23 mpg on the highway. That was the best $60 I spent on it. This car is incredibly fun to drive year round, in all conditions, and has turned me into a huge Audi fan after swearing off the brand after owning a 5000S years ago. Dec 27, 2008

V8 sounds so good never get tired of listening to it. In gear acceleration is fantastic and very addictive. There are no rattles or squeaks and everything works the same now as it did when it was new. Even though it's a big car with a big, heavy engine stashed up front, the handling is very good. Add four wheel drive and when it's wet the re's very little else that comes close. If I had to state a negative it would have to be the fuel economy which I struggle to keep above 20mpg on average. But then that's the governments blody fault, not my S4. Next stop...RS4, so must brush up on my bank-robbing skills.Oct 18, 2008

With gas prices rising! V8 power ins't the best in Mpg if you know what I mean! Perfomance: 0-60 could be better but for its time and technology it does well (hint: 09 V6 turbo S4) Handling: Its handling is impeccable, it drives like it is on rails! you hardly feel the snow or rain. Apearance: exterior is simple yet stylish, interior is nice with blue alacantra suede inserts. Gas: is a bummer around town otherwise long hauls are average for V8Jul 09, 2008

Amazing car. Great for long distance touring and a fun sprint up your favorite windy roads. Confidence inspiring Quattro AWD usually gave slight understeer, but is typical of Audi and most AWD systems. When quattro is paired up with the right tires this thing will go through snow better than most trucks and/or SUVs (trust me, I know. I live where it snows!)Feb 11, 2008