Audi A4 1999–2000 car dimensions: 4479 mm long, 1733 mm wide and 1417 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,315 kg. Braked towing is 1,500 kg.
The cabin offers standard ABS, dual front airbags plus side airbags from 1999, power steering, central locking and front electric windows. Climate control is manual air conditioning as an option package on most grades, with automatic Climatronic available later in the period on higher equipment. Cruise control is fitted as standard. No touchscreen, camera or electronic driver aids beyond basic ABS and optional ESP are present. Daily driving feels straightforward with clear analogue instruments and simple controls.
Boot space measures 390 litres with seats up and expands to 1250 litres with the rear seats folded. The load floor is flat and practical for an estate of this size, with a loading lip around 700 mm high.
Braked towing capacity reaches 1500 kg and unbraked 690 kg on the 1.9 TDI 110 hp version, with payload around 550 kg. Roof load is limited to 75 kg. These figures suit light trailers or small caravans for occasional use.
No heavy-duty cooling package is listed. Reinforced or sport suspension appears only in optional packages on higher grades. The car handles everyday loads and light work duties without specialised equipment.
The cabin uses high-quality materials with a solid, driver-focused layout and enough space for five. Front seats offer height adjustment as standard, with power multi-way versions and bolster options on higher grades or as extras. Heated front seats come standard. Climate control is available and became standard mid-period on most versions. A glass sunroof is optional. The interior stays quiet on long motorway runs.
Diesel fuel with combined consumption of 5.3 l/100 km and 62-litre tank.
Long-life service intervals up to 30 000 km or 2 years.
Euro NCAP adult occupant rating of 3 stars from 1997 test.
Standard safety includes ABS, front airbags, side airbags from early 1999, and belt pretensioners.
The 1.9 TDI runs on diesel and returns a combined figure of 5.3 litres per 100 km in NEDC testing, with urban use at 6.9 litres and extra-urban at 4.3 litres. The 62-litre tank supports solid range on mixed roads.
Servicing follows a long-life schedule of up to 30 000 km or two years based on the indicator. Timing belt replacement is due every 90 000 km. Oil and filter changes align with the service display.
Crash testing under Euro NCAP in 1997 gave three stars for adult protection, with a note on side-impact chest loads. Standard equipment covers ABS, dual front airbags, side airbags added as standard from 1999, and seat-belt pretensioners with force limiters. Head airbags and ESP were optional or later standard on some grades.
The body is fully galvanised for corrosion resistance. The TDI engine holds up well past high mileages with regular oil changes using the correct specification and timely belt work. Keep an eye on electronics and turbo components as the car ages.
Length 4479 mm, Width 1733 mm, Height 1417 mm, Wheelbase 2617 mm (A4 1999–2000)
Sources: manufacturer data, Audi AG German type-approval specification.