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Expert Ratings

Our unique Expert Rating index aggregates reviews from 21 of the top UK motoring websites to give you the best advice on a new Audi

Audi Q7

Ratings and reviews 6 April 2020 82%

The Audi Q7 has received very good media reviews, with our Expert Rating putting it in a tie for best-in-class with the Volvo XC90 and Land Rover Discovery.

Audi e-tron

Ratings and reviews 26 June 2019 82%

The Audi e-tron has received positive reviews from the UK media, with strong praise for its smooth and quiet drivetrain, practicality and overall refinement.

Audi A6

Ratings and reviews 5 April 2019 81%

The Audi A6 has received consistently good to very good scores from the UK media since its launch in 2018, with particular praise for its interior space, comfort and refinement.

Audi Q5

Ratings and reviews 10 August 2019 81%

The Audi Q5 has generally received very good scores from the UK motoring media, with an overall Expert Rating that is currently the best in its class.

Audi A4

Ratings and reviews 5 February 2020 79%

Based on nearly 60 reviews, the Audi A4 has an Expert Rating that leads the Mercedes-Benz C-Class but falls some way behind the BMW 3 Series.

Audi A3

Expert Rating 14 September 2020 79%

The Audi A3 range has been praised for its refinement and improved driving dynamics, but criticised for a clunky touchscreen interior.

Audi A1

Expert Rating 18 May 2020 75%

The Audi A1 has received positive media reviews, with praise for its comfort and technology. The A1 Citycarver version disappoints, however.

Audi Q2

Expert Rating 6 July 2020 75%

The Audi Q2 range has received generally good media reviews, although its overall score is off the pace of the best in its class.

Audi Q3

Ratings and reviews 18 April 2019 74%

The Audi Q3 has received generally good reviews from UK motoring media sources, with most praising its quality and technology systems.

Latest Audi news

New and updated Audi models, as well as industry news about Audi

New model

Audi Q5 Sportback is coupé-styled mid-size SUV

28 September 2020

The Audi Q5 Sportback gives its mid-sized Q5 the coupeé treatment as the firm expands its range of SUV into ever-narrowing niches.

Model update

Revamped Audi Q5 gets new look and more tech

30 June 2020

New model

Say hello to the second-generation Audi A3 saloon

27 April 2020

Car maintenance

Car companies causing ‘undue stress’ over servicing demands

9 April 2020

New model

New Audi A3 revealed with sharp new look

6 March 2020

New model

Audi unveils all-electric e-tron Sportback

26 November 2019

Model update

Latest Audi reviews

We test the latest Audi models, with a variety of short test drives and comprehensive road tests

Audi A1 S line Competition test drive

Car reviews 6 January 2020

The go-faster Audi A1 S line Competition is an appealing hot-hatch prospect – if you can stomach the £25,000 price tag.

Audi Q7 test drive

Car reviews 31 July 2019

One of the most comfortable cars on the market, combined with a luxurious interior and some fantastic engines, makes the Audi Q7 a superb all-rounder.

Audi SQ2 test drive

Car reviews 14 May 2019

The Audi SQ2 is a very capable car, with great performance and all the trimmings you expect. The only frustration is the easily-confused gearbox.

Audi e-tron test drive

Car reviews 15 April 2019

Audi’s hotly-anticipated entry into the EV market is here, and the Audi e-tron brings with it a seamless blend of quality and electric power.

Audi TT Roadster test drive

Car reviews 11 March 2019

The 2019 Audi TT Roadster is a well-made, punchy sports car. It may not come alive like a Porsche Boxster, but you can still have plenty of fun in the sun.

Audi A6 Avant test drive

Car reviews 15 January 2019

Audi’s latest A6 Avant is a dependable, comfortable and refined long-distance load-lugger – just as it always has been, historically.

Audi Q3 test drive

Car reviews 5 January 2019

The new Audi Q3 falls into a heavily congested segment, one which its predecessor had nailed. This updated version, however, is likely to do just as well.

Audi A1 Sportback test drive

Car reviews 21 November 2018

The Audi A1 Sportback is almost everything we expected. Some of the interior quality is disappointing, but otherwise it's an excellent supermini.

Audi Q8 test drive

Car reviews 31 October 2018

Although it’ll only appeal to limited numbers of buyers, the Audi Q8 is a compelling package. This could be another niche it fills rather successfully.

Audi A6 saloon test drive

Car reviews 18 May 2018

The Audi A6 has all the hallmarks of a new class leader in the executive saloon segment, with bags of technology and comfort wrapped in a handsome body.

Audi A5 Cabriolet review

Car reviews 13 May 2017

The all-new Audi A5 Cabriolet is a complete package, and a compelling proposition for those seeking an upmarket drop-top.

Audi Q5 review

Car reviews 9 April 2017

The second generation version of the best-selling Audi Q5 SUV evolves in all areas with more space, less weight and more tech.

Audi A5 Sportback review

Car reviews 28 January 2017

Five-door hatch practicality, the visual appeal of the two-door Coupe, improved engines and plenty of tech make the Audi A5 Sportback an attractive choice.

Audi A5 Coupe review

Car reviews 11 December 2016

The second generation of the Audi A5 Coupe builds on the success of the first model, evolved in all areas without losing the original appeal.

Audi Q2 review

Car reviews 13 November 2016

The new Audi Q2 is described as the first compact SUV from a premium brand and the most lifestyle-pitched car yet from Audi, offering much personalisation.

Audi A3 review

Car reviews 8 August 2016

A significant mid-life refresh to the Audi A3 focuses on new tech, particularly in the cabin, but includes two new engines, across all four body styles.

Audi A4 Avant review

Car reviews 19 April 2016

The new Audi A4 Avant scores in practicality, out-spacing its BMW and Mercedes rivals in all important areas, and in the sheer pleasure of driving it.

Audi R8 review

Car reviews 4 November 2015

The all-new second-generation Audi R8 supercar offers lighter weight, more power, a new all-wheel-drive system and more technology So how does it rate?

Audi R8 V10 plus – Last Drive

Car reviews 2 November 2015

This month sees the launch of the all-new second-generation Audi R8, and TheCarExpert will shortly be bringing you a first drive of the newcomer.

Audi A4 saloon review

Car reviews 14 October 2015

The all-new Audi A4 is the fifth generation of the A4 nameplate, but the ninth of a model line that has been on the market since 1972.

Audi TTS review

Car reviews 30 March 2015

The Audi TTS is the higher-performance version of the distinctive Audi TT coupé and roadster range. But how does it shape up?

Audi A3 e-tron review

Car reviews 25 November 2014

What is it? Plug-in hybrid version of Audi's A3 Sportback. Key features: Electric powertrain, low running costs, strong performance.

Audi TT coupé review

Car reviews 30 October 2014

On the evidence of our first drive, the new Audi TT will maintain its predecessors' astonishing success.

Audi A3 Cabriolet review

Car reviews 25 March 2014

What is it? Latest version of Audi’s compact soft-top. Key features: More luggage space, cylinder-on-demand engine option.

More Audi features

Car buying advice

The best new estate cars for every budget

17 September 2020

Estate cars have lost popularity against SUVs, but they may be a better bet for many families. We look at some of the best on sale right now.

Car buying advice

The best used V6 cars for under £10,000

20 March 2019

The V6 engine has featured in all manner of cars over the years, but which are the ones can you now buy for under £10,000?

Car buying advice

Dream used cars for under £50,000

4 January 2019

We’ve plucked an arbitrary budget of £50,000 and found ten of the very best 'dream cars' that you could realistically buy for that money.

Seasonal

The best cars for hauling presents this Christmas

17 December 2018

Taking up the role of Father Christmas this year? These are the cars you should look towards for a sleigh…

Car culture

The greatest cars from Stan Lee’s cinematic legacy

14 November 2018

Comic book icon Stan Lee’s work has made a big impact on cinema, and during the film adventures based on his work, cars were often part of the action.

Car buying advice

Best value cars to stop depreciation

13 March 2018

If you want to avoid your new car dropping dramatically in value then go for a small hatchback, say the valuation experts at CAP HPI.

Automotive history

Top ten blink-&-you-miss-them cars

20 May 2017

Developing a new car is a very expensive business, so you would think manufacturers would do all they could to make sure they get it right. Sadly not...

Car safety

The ten safest new cars of 2017 revealed

12 January 2017

The UK's independent car safety experts have put together their list of the ten safest new cars of 2017. We look at all of the top ten choices.

Car technology

When is a 4×4 not a 4×4?

6 September 2016

What is the difference between four-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive? What exactly is a 'faux-by-four'? And how good will your SUV really be in the mud and snow?

Insight: 45 years on, Audi is still all about Technik

27 July 2016

Three new model launches show Audi's technology-based slogan is still highly relevant today.

Car buying advice

What is the future of diesel cars in the UK?

19 October 2015

The Volkswagen Affair has cast a spotlight on diesel cars and their pollution, and led to calls for diesels to be banned. But what's it really all about?

Car culture

Postcard from the Geneva Motor Show

7 March 2015

This year I was lucky enough to not just visit the Geneva Motor Show, but attend the two press days which precede the public opening of the show. So what was it like to go behind the scenes at the world's most glamorous motor show? Well, read on...

Car culture

The Top 10 concept cars of 2014 – Part Two

18 December 2014

In the second part of our Top Ten Concept Cars feature, The Car Expert highlights the Final Five concepts, representing the very best automotive showstoppers of 2014.

Car technology

Thermal imaging and night vision in cars

17 April 2014

Thermal imaging is becoming more popular as a night vision system in new cars. So how does it work and how can it make driving safer?

Car ownership advice

Who makes the most reliable engines?

24 March 2014

Figures released by a consumer warranty company show that some famous-name car brands make some of the least reliable engines on the market.

Car culture

Picking a panda: How the police choose their cars

23 March 2014

British police forces use a variety of cars, and buying police cars is big business. UK forces spend £83 million on 5,600 cars annually.

Car buying advice

The rise of the premium SUV in the UK

3 January 2014

Over the past few years, the major cities and towns of the UK have become inundated with premium SUVs (sports utility vehicles). The number of SUV and crossover vehicles continues to grow, and this trend looks set to continue. Guest blogger Pete McAllister looks at the premium SUV phenomenon and a few of the cars which are part of it.

Car culture

Worst cars of the year? 2012’s least-inspiring efforts

12 December 2012

it might be unfair to describe these as the worst cars of the year for 2012, but they are all still underwhelming in one way or another.

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