Audi A4 B8 1.8 TFSI, 120 PS, 6-speed manual (2008–2011)
- Power
- 120 PS (88 kW)
- Engine codes
- CDH
- Gearbox
- 6-speed manual
- Production years
- 2008–2011
- Running cost per month
- €491
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Median price
- €5,490
- Reliability
- 3/5
- DIY
- 2/5
Research for this car
- Generation guide Audi A4 B8 (2007-2015): known problems and buying guide
Check oil use and piston repair proof first, then the timing chain and gearbox.
Known issues for this car
| Issue | Affects | Typical km | Repair cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil use from worn piston rings | 1.8 and 2.0 TFSI petrol, mainly built up to 2011-2012 | 40,000-80,000 km | About 3,200 EUR (Germany, 2017) | Generation guide |
| Multitronic sensors and control unit | Multitronic CVT, front-wheel drive | Not stated | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Water pump and thermostat | Petrol and diesel | 50,000-100,000 km | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
| Suspension wear | All | 70,000-150,000 km | No confirmed price | Generation guide |
Before you buy this car
From the generation guide
- Ask for proof of piston work on a 1.8 or 2.0 TFSI. Check the oil level, then measure oil use over 1,000 km.
- In a multitronic, jerking or a flashing gear display is a warning sign.
- Check the coolant level and look for coolant under the water pump.
- Listen for knocks over bumps on a rough road.
Running costs
| Operational | €221 |
|---|---|
| Workshop | €124 |
| Fixed costs (tax, insurance) | €146 |
| Total per month | €491 |
| New-car depreciation (not included) | €58 |
ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months
Market
Listings on mobile.de in this generation with this fuel, gearbox and power.
- Listings
- 178
- 25th percentile
- €4,200
- Median price
- €5,490
- 75th percentile
- €6,990
- Median mileage
- 174,000 km
- Median first registration
- 2009
- Dealer share
- 33.7%
Check a listing
Prices by first registration
| First registration | Listings | Median price | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1 | – | – |
| 2011 | 45 | €6,400 | 157,463 km |
| 2010 | 42 | €5,490 | 165,485 km |
| 2009 | 66 | €5,000 | 180,000 km |
| 2008 | 24 | €5,000 | 168,500 km |
Medians only for years with at least 5 listings. Many cars are first registered after production ends, so years can run past the build years.
Price history
| Month | Listings | Median price | Middle half | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 178 | €5,490 | €4,200 – €6,990 | 174,000 km |
| Oct 2026 | 178 | €5,490 | €4,200 – €6,990 | 174,000 km |
Median asking price at the last snapshot of each month.
ADAC versions
All 9 ADAC versions
| Version | Power | Body | Doors | Production years | Running cost per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A4 1.8 TFSI Attraction | 120 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2008 | €488 |
| A4 1.8 TFSI Ambiente | 120 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2008 | €492 |
| A4 1.8 TFSI Ambition | 120 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2008 | €491 |
| A4 1.8 TFSI Attraction | 120 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2008–2011 | €488 |
| A4 1.8 TFSI Ambiente | 120 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2008–2011 | €492 |
| A4 1.8 TFSI Ambition | 120 PS | Saloon | 4 | 2008–2011 | €491 |
| A4 Avant 1.8 TFSI Attraction | 120 PS | Estate | 5 | 2008–2011 | €476 |
| A4 Avant 1.8 TFSI Ambiente | 120 PS | Estate | 5 | 2008–2011 | €478 |
| A4 Avant 1.8 TFSI Ambition | 120 PS | Estate | 5 | 2008–2011 | €479 |