Explore common problems, estimated repair costs and practical checks for the 2018 Audi A4 1.4 Petrol Automatic B9. Use this guide to help assess a used car, then unlock a personalised report for the exact vehicle you're considering.
Low coolant warning, pink crusty residue around the front of the engine, or a sweet smell after a drive.
Warm the car fully, then park it and leave it idling for a minute before switching off.
£900
Jerky pull-away, hesitation when creeping, or a thumpy feel in stop-start traffic.
Creep in slow traffic pace, then pull away gently several times from a complete stop.
£1,800
A droning or rumbling noise that builds with speed and may change slightly when cornering.
Drive at 30 to 60 mph on a smooth road and make gentle lane-position changes where safe.
£450
It can be, but only if the individual car backs it up. For the 2018 Audi A4 1.4 Petrol Automatic B9, treat model-level patterns as viewing priorities and let condition, history and inspection evidence decide.
The problem cards above list the model-level checks for this guide. Read them as priorities for inspection and paperwork review, not proof that every example will have those faults.
Look for evidence, not just assurances: MOT advisories, service history, repair invoices, warning lights, fluid leaks, tyre and brake condition, and how the car behaves on a proper test drive. And of course, look at your personalised Should I Buy This Car? report, outlining a full list of common issues in detail, a personalised road test, a plain-English explanation and a MotorIQ score.
The guide above gives you the model-level pattern. A personalised MotorIQ report checks the registration-specific record and turns it into an ownership view before you commit.
Or enter the vehicle manually