What about second-hand A4L? Popular topics and car buying guides on the Internet in the past 10 days
Recently, the second-hand Audi A4L has become one of the hotly discussed models on automobile forums and social media. As a representative of the luxury brand B-class car, its cost performance, handling and market value retention rate have triggered widespread discussions. This article combines hot data from the entire Internet in the past 10 days to analyze the purchase value of a second-hand A4L from the dimensions of price, vehicle condition, advantages and disadvantages, etc.
1. Top 5 popular second-hand A4L topics on the Internet

| Ranking | Topic keywords | Amount of discussions (articles) | main focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Second hand A4L burning oil | 18,200+ | Solutions to common problems of EA888 engine |
| 2 | A4L value retention rate | 12,700+ | Comparison of residual value of 3-year-old vehicles |
| 3 | Second-hand A4L prices collapse | 9,500+ | Market trends under the impact of new energy |
| 4 | A4L quattro cost performance | 7,800+ | Four-wheel drive system maintenance costs |
| 5 | Common faults of 2018 A4L | 6,300+ | Gearbox failure case |
2. Second-hand A4L core data analysis (market situation in 2024)
| Vehicle age | Mileage (10,000 kilometers) | Price range (10,000 yuan) | value retention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | 4-6 | 22-26 | 65%-72% |
| 5 years | 8-10 | 16-20 | 48%-55% |
| 7 years | 12-15 | 12-15 | 35%-42% |
3. Three major advantages of second-hand A4L
1.Outstanding driving quality: The longitudinal engine layout brings a front and rear weight distribution close to 50:50, and the steering accuracy is better than that of Japanese models of the same level.
2.Great potential for modification: The MQB platform has rich ECU tuning solutions, and you can increase power output by 30% by brushing the first-level program.
3.Sufficient supply of spare parts: As Audi’s main model, it has a wide selection of auxiliary parts and maintenance costs are lower than those of the BMW 3 Series.
4. Three major risks that we must be wary of
| Risk type | High-end car models | Prevention advice |
|---|---|---|
| Engine burning oil | 2016-2019 models | Request to see maintenance records/cylinder pressure test |
| Electromechanical unit failure | 7-speed dual-clutch model | Focus on test driving the smoothness of switching between 1-3 gears |
| Renovation of water-soaked truck | Vehicle sources in coastal areas | Check insurance records/corrosion of seat rails |
5. Purchase suggestions
1.Prioritize 2020 and later models: The third-generation EA888 engine has improved piston ring design, reducing the probability of oil burning by 80%.
2.Avoid high-power versions: The 40TFSI medium-power version takes into account both power and economy, while the maintenance cost of the 45TFSI increases significantly.
3.Necessary testing items: It is recommended to spend 300-500 yuan for professional testing, focusing on checking the gearbox mileage data (the ODIS system can read the true value).
Summary: Second-hand A4L is still competitive among the 200,000-class luxury cars, but it needs to avoid the common problems of certain years. The market has seen a price correction of 5%-8% recently, which is a good time to buy. It is recommended to choose an officially certified second-hand car or a car with an original factory extended warranty.
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