Car financing: 2021 Audi A4 Progressiv in Compton

Buying the 2021 Audi A4 Progressiv

CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2021 Audi A4 Progressiv; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Here is the 2021 Audi A4 Progressiv for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.

Before you sign for the A4

NHTSA has 13 owner complaints on file, mostly about electrical system, forward collision avoidance and power train. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. There are 4 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.

What the specs mean

The 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo hybrid does the work, through a 7-speed automatic. As a hybrid, it does best in stop-and-go traffic, where the electric motor does more of the work. All-wheel drive helps when pulling away on snow; braking and steering still depend on the tires.

For 300 km of mixed driving, expect about 25 litres, from its 8.3 L/100 km rating. At our price setting, it costs about $12.87 to drive 100 km. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$2,950 a year for 15,000 miles.

Best uses

It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.

Inside and out

A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. At 340 litres, the trunk fits about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.

A longer test drive

Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience.

Which one to look for

Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Compare the Progressiv with the other trims of the same year before you decide. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.

The cost of driving it

Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. The EPA estimates US$2,950 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.

Ready when you are

Want to try the model first? Send a request with your dates.