* Based on opinions and should be considered as general guidance only.
- Reliability (2)Known for frequent electrical gremlins, fragile plastic cooling components, and potential transmission issues if the Haldex system hasn't been serviced.
- Maintenance (2)High maintenance costs due to a cramped engine bay that inflates labor times and the critical requirement for expensive timing belt and water pump services every 60,000 miles.
- Technology (2)While it featured premium options like Bose audio for its era, the technology is now very dated, and the digital instrument cluster displays are notorious for failing pixels.
- Comfort (3)Features a high-quality, iconic interior design with supportive front seats, but the ride is notably stiff and the rear seats are virtually unusable for passengers.
- Dynamics (3)The Quattro system provides excellent grip and confidence in all weather conditions, though the 180hp engine feels slightly underpowered compared to the 225hp variant, and the handling is more stable than agile.