Now when all the hype and bashing has settled it time to critically examine the car with a natural state of mind.
First of all I will start off by saying that the first pictures that came out of the red car are disgusting. The photo of the front was taken in probably the worst angle possible.
They other shots of the silver car really shows the car in a true sense. Overall it's very appealing to the eyes, and really nobody can call the car ugly.
Audi did a genius move with the front. They gave it a semi S-line styling which give the car a powerful stance and an aggressive appearance. The interior is high tech and futuristic without a sterile feeling. With the sexy interior and the tasteful exterior the A4 looks phenomenal in it's absolute basic form. That can't really be said for the C-class and 3er which tend to look a bit low-end premium without any from of optional rims, special trim or sports package.
The only complaint i really have about the car is the lack of inspirational design. It's simply not more than a "new Audi". I wish Audi had been a bit more adventurous with the design of the front lights.
Other than that I love it!! Especially after having watched the video Audihaulic posted. The price is extremely attractive too, 24 000 euro which makes it cheaper than the C-class and the 3er. Bare in mind that the A4 is a premium car ready to roll at it's asking price.
I believe it's going to be a hit and leech a good portion of sales from the 3er. My grade i 4.
Good job Audi but you could have done a little bit better.
With this car Audi will gain a portion of the market but won't take the lead because of the understated and discrete styling. I still believe it will be third in line behind the cars with more attitude, the C and the 3er.