Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Audi now rivals Mercedes and Porsche for brand image. see full Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
great brand see full Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
I focused on the A4 Avant in part due to many reviews of this model vs other "comparable" vehicles. see full Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Audi-for people who can park themselves, right? this is the brand for people who know better. quattro baby! see full Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Overall I like the styles, though they need to work on interior design. Here again, the TT designers did great on interior, A4 less so but ok. Audi brand reputation and image to me is one of style plus excellent handling. see full Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Audi is a high-class brand. see full Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Audi is competent without being flashy. Confident without being cocky. see full Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Love German Cars see full Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 340-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I am an avid Audi fan. I have always followed their racing efforts as well as their production cars. see full Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 review |
2003 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
Audi is a luxury brand. It is clearly the vehicle I would like to be associated with. see full Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 review |
Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2002 | 4dr Sedan 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD |
Not as well regarded as mercedes or bmw see full Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 review |
2002 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
This car was taken to the dealership during the initial free maint period of 50,000 miles. I always provided my own synthetic oil as the dealership wouldn't use synthetic if they provided the oil. After 50K, I did attempt to use the dealership on a couple of occasions only to be shocked at the high dollar quotes for the most simple of repairs. They wanted $900 to replace the cam shaft seals. $1800 for timing belt kit install. The dealer attitude is that owner repairs are only done by fools at their own peril. My experience with this car has led me to understand that Audi vehicles do require more maintenance and attention than your average Japanese brands. It is a German car and there are engineering qualities that I admire. But it ain't a spaceship requiring a highly skilled scientist to work on it. Given this snooty attitude I experienced at the dealeship, I wish Audi (Service Reps) would be less about making a buck and more about pleasing the customer. Audi cars are fine vehicles. However, if you want to own one, try to do some of your own maint and repairs. I see too many negative comments in other review forums related to the high cost of ownership due to repairs at dealerships. I understand that some folks can't or won't work on their own vehicles. If this is your situation, I would not recommend an Audi. see full Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 review |
Toyota Corolla Brand Reputation: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The nice thing about getting a Toyota as a rental is I feel pretty confident it won't have problems. In fact, there were no odd little quirks or oddities that I'm used to seeing due to the way rental cars are often treated. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Everyone knows that Toyota makes a very good vehicles that are less problematic than others & has great resale value see full Toyota Corolla review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Maybe Corolla is not a value car, but it would make anyone seen better than any other compact car, only Honda Civic can compete with it. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
See reliability see full Toyota Corolla review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
When you buy a Toyota, you buy something with an excellent quality / price. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Toyota and Corolla model specifically are known to be well made, durable vehicles see full Toyota Corolla review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Built well and made to last. Several Family members have and still currently own corollas, with over 100,000 miles easily, with no problems what so ever. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Known as a relible compact nationwide. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 164-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
This is not my first Toyota - the reputation lives on and with reasonable maintenance I have not had any problems that have not been handled by Toyota to my complete satisfaction. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Famous all over the world. People buy corolla with close eyes. see full Toyota Corolla review |
Toyota Corolla Brand Reputation: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Toyota in General... the unintended acceleration issue. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
They are falling in QC. Honda and Subaru both are rated as more reliable. Ask a late model Camry owner about their transmission woes. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Just a bit boring.... see full Toyota Corolla review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 130-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
perhaps not suitable for young 25yo male? see full Toyota Corolla review |