The redesigned 2009 Audi A4 sedan and Avant wagon boast more space, better driving dynamics and more gadgets. They're worth a look for shoppers desiring good looks and sharp handling.

• Pros

Luxuriously appointed cabin, above-average passenger and cargo space, good ride and handling balance, widely available all-wheel drive.

• What's New for 2009

Audi's entry-level sedan and companion Avant wagon get a complete redesign for 2009. The new A4 is longer and wider, resulting in more interior room and cargo space. The optional Drive Select system allows the driver to customize steering, suspension and transmission settings, and a rearrangement of the front axle has yielded a less-nose-heavy weight distribution. New technology features include direct injection for both engines, adaptive cruise control, a blind-spot warning system and a revised version of Audi's MMI systems controller. The convertible A4, however, carries over from last year.

Features

• Interior Features
• Front Seats
• Multi-level heating passenger seat
• 8 -way power passenger seat
• 8 -way power driver seat
• Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
• Multi-level heating driver seat
• Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
• Height adjustable driver seat
• Height adjustable passenger seat
• Leather
• Bucket front seats
• Rear Seats
• Split-folding rear seatback
• Folding with storage center armrest
• Rear ventilation ducts
• Power Features
• Remote keyless power door locks
• Power mirrors
• Heated mirrors
• 4 one-touch power windows
• Instrumentation
• Clock
• Tachometer
• Trip computer
• External temperature display
• Low fuel level warning
• Compass
• Convenience
• Cruise control
• Front and rear cupholders
• Overhead console with storage
• Remote trunk release
• Retained accessory power
• Front seatback storage
• Electric speed-proportional power steering
• Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
• 12V cargo area power outlet(s)
• Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
• Audio controls on steering wheel
• Comfort
• Interior active charcoal air filter
• Three zone climate control
• Sun sensor
• Trunk light
• Alloy trim on center console
• Alloy trim on dash
• Alloy trim on doors
• Front reading lights
• Leather trim on shift knob
• Leather steering wheel
• Rear floor mats
• Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
• Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
• In Car Entertainment
• Diversity antenna
• 10 total speakers
• 180 watts stereo output
• AM/FM stereo
• Satellite radio satellite radio
• Speed sensitive volume control
• USB with external media control
• 1 subwoofer(s)
• 3 Months of provided satellite radio service
• Memory card slot
• Radio data system
• Telematics
• Hands free phone
• Bluetooth wireless data link for hands-free phone
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Features

• Exterior Features
• Roof and Glass
• Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
• Rear defogger
• Power glass sunroof
• Tires and Wheels
• Alloy wheels
• 17 x 8.0 in. wheels
• Steel spare wheel
• 245/45R17 99H tires
• All season tires
• Inside mounted spare tire
• Temporary spare tire
• Towing and Hauling
• Cargo tie downs
• Safety Features
• 4-wheel ABS
• Front and rear head airbags
• Dual front side-mounted airbags
• Child seat anchors
• Remote anti-theft alarm system
• Emergency braking assist
• Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes
• Rear door child safety locks
• Daytime running lights
• Engine immobilizer
• Front fog/driving lights
• Dusk sensing headlamps
• Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp
• 2 front headrests
• 3 rear headrests
• Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
• Rear center 3-point belt
• Front and rear seatbelt pretensioners
• Stability control
• Traction control
• Electronic brakeforce distribution
• Emergency interior trunk release
• Post-collision safety system
• Pre-collision safety system
• Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system
• Self-leveling headlights
• Tire pressure monitoring
• Brake drying
• Rear Side Airbags