The AUDI A4 (2008-12) 5DR AVANT QUATTRO 2.0 TDI DPF SS EU5 170 TECHNIK 6SPD is a premium five-door estate, or Avant, rather than a hatchback or SUV. It sits in the UK’s executive-car market, offering everyday practicality with a more upmarket feel than mainstream family estates. Its diesel engine and quattro four-wheel drive suit motorway commuters, regular long-distance drivers and families wanting secure-feeling year-round traction, useful boot space and comfortable travel. Technik trim gives it a well-equipped character, while the six-speed manual keeps the driving experience familiar. It is less suited to buyers prioritising the lowest possible running costs. Among 78 mycarcheck.com look-ups covering 39 different VINs, average recorded mileage was 148,000, with 10,000 miles driven yearly and roughly 2.6 previous keepers. The average private-sale valuation was £4,100. Against BMW 3 Series and Mercedes C-Class estates, the A4 stands out for its composed ride, useful versatility and sure-footed quattro grip.