Loafer123

For me, there is a significant difference between the Avant and Sedan in terms of utility (we own a sedan and avant), so I would think you would want to think long and hard about whether you need/prefer the wagon over the sedan.

In terms of drivability- I have owned 2 A4 avants (2002 and 2006) and now own a 2011 A4 sedan. I have found the performance improvement, ie acceration and fuel economy, has improved with each model.

If it were me, I would chose the 2011 A4 sedan in a heart beat over a 2 year old A6 sedan. But if it is a wagon you want, look for 2 year old A4 wagon instead of a new one.

Good Luck- let us know what you decide.

rmmrph

That's funny, because in my Brilliant Red I think it is awesome. I would have taken the gray if was offered with red exterior, but there was no way I wanted black.

jperryrocks

As far as loathing options, it's the exact opposite for me.

I'm absolutely giddy about the side assist on my prestige avant. I'll never be able to live w/o it on my next audi.

It's a huge plus not to have to always crank your neck to the side & see if a car is in your blindspot. Especially on busy 4 lane highways & at night.

markcincinnati

I wouldn't go without the backup camera and the blind spot detection -- in fact, they should be as mandatory as seat belts, airbags, ABS and ESP, IMHO; and in most other areas I am NOT a fan of the electronic, mandated "nannies." Of course, I think all vehicles should be AWD, too.

My wife just got a new Infiniti FX -- it has all around view monitor and everything BUT blind spot detection. I have become a fan of my A4's blind spot alerting system. I miss it when I drive the Infiniti -- I feel, er, BLIND!

To each his/her own.

Drive it like YOU live.