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๐Ÿ” Audi Buying Guide: Every Model Explained (2025 Edition)

Thinking of buying an Audi? Whether you're looking for a tech-savvy sedan, a performance coupe, a family SUV, or a cutting-edge electric vehicle, this guide breaks down every Audi model available in 2025.

We’ve organized everything you need — body styles, engine types, price ranges, and expert tips — all in one place.


๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช What Makes Audi Special?

Audi is a premium German automaker under the Volkswagen Group, known for:

  • Sleek, minimalist design

  • High-tech interiors (with virtual cockpits and MMI touch displays)

  • Advanced quattro all-wheel-drive performance

  • A reputation for safety, innovation, and driving pleasure

Audi’s motto? "Vorsprung durch Technik" — which means “Advancement through Technology.”


๐Ÿ”ก How Audi Names Its Cars

Understanding Audi’s naming system helps you shop smarter.

Prefix What It Means
A Standard luxury sedan/hatchback
S Sporty, performance version
RS RennSport (track-ready)
Q SUV or crossover
e-tron Fully electric vehicle

The number (3–8) indicates size and luxury level. For example:

  • A3 is a compact sedan

  • A8 is a full-size luxury flagship


๐Ÿš— Audi Sedans, Coupes & Hatchbacks

๐Ÿ”น A3 / S3 / RS 3Compact Starter Luxury

  • Body Style: Sedan

  • Engines:

    • A3/S3: 2.0L turbocharged I4

    • RS 3: 2.5L turbocharged I5 (400+ hp!)

  • Base Price: From $35,400

Great for city driving and first-time luxury buyers
⚡ RS 3: 0–60 mph in just 3.9 seconds


๐Ÿ”น A4 / S4 / A4 AllroadEveryday Executive

  • Body Styles: Sedan, Wagon (Allroad)

  • Engines:

    • 2.0L turbo I4 (A4)

    • 3.0L turbo V6 (S4)

  • Base Price: From $41,200

✅ A solid blend of comfort and performance
๐ŸŒฒ Allroad variant adds ground clearance for adventure


๐Ÿ”น A5 / S5 / RS 5Style Meets Speed

  • Body Styles: Coupe, Cabriolet, 4-Door Sportback

  • Engines:

    • A5: 2.0L turbo I4

    • S5: 3.0L V6

    • RS 5: 2.9L twin-turbo V6 (444 hp)

  • Base Price: From $44,100

Sporty, elegant, and fun to drive
๐Ÿ›ฃ️ RS 5: 0–60 mph in 3.7 seconds


๐Ÿ”น A6 / S6 / RS 6 Avant / A6 AllroadLuxury for Families

  • Body Styles: Sedan, Wagon

  • Engines:

    • 2.0L I4, 3.0L V6 (A6)

    • 2.9L V6, 4.0L V8 (RS 6 Avant)

  • Base Price: From $57,300

๐Ÿ RS 6 Avant: The ultimate performance wagon (621 hp!)
๐Ÿš™ A6 Allroad is great for off-road family trips


๐Ÿ”น A7 / S7 / RS 7Luxury Sportback Style

  • Body Style: 5-Door Sportback (Hatchback Coupe)

  • Engines: 3.0L V6 (A7), 4.0L TT V8 (RS 7)

  • Base Price: From $71,200

A7 blends coupe looks with sedan practicality
⚡ RS 7 rockets 0–60 mph in ~3.5 seconds


๐Ÿ”น A8 / S8Audi’s Flagship Sedan

  • Body Style: Long Wheelbase Sedan

  • Engines: 3.0L V6, 4.0L TT V8

  • Base Price: From $88,900

Executive-level comfort, tech, and luxury
๐Ÿ’บ Rear seats offer massage, entertainment, and footrests


๐Ÿš™ Audi SUVs & Crossovers

๐Ÿ”น Q3Small but Premium

  • Engine: 2.0L turbo I4

  • Base Price: From $37,000

✅ Perfect for small families and urban use


๐Ÿ”น Q4 e-tron / SportbackEntry-Level Electric SUV

  • Drive: Single-motor RWD or dual-motor AWD

  • Range: Up to 265 miles

  • Base Price: From $49,800

A great starter EV — with Audi design flair


๐Ÿ”น Q5 / SQ5 / SportbackAudi’s Best Seller

  • Engines:

    • 2.0L turbo I4

    • Plug-in hybrid

    • 3.0L V6 (SQ5)

  • Base Price: From $44,600

๐Ÿš— Perfect for everyday driving, business, or school runs
๐Ÿ”‹ Plug-in hybrid option available


๐Ÿ”น Q7 / SQ73-Row Luxury Family SUV

  • Engines: 2.0L I4, 3.0L V6, 4.0L V8 (SQ7)

  • Base Price: From $59,500

✅ Great for families needing space, tech, and comfort
๐Ÿ”Š Bang & Olufsen sound + Audi virtual cockpit


๐Ÿ”น Q8 / SQ8 / RS Q8Sporty Coupe-SUV Luxury

  • Engines:

    • 3.0L V6 (Q8)

    • 4.0L V8 (RS Q8, 591 hp)

  • Base Price: From $73,700

⚡ RS Q8 shares DNA with the Lamborghini Urus


๐Ÿ”น Q8 e-tron / SQ8 e-tronElectric Flagship SUV

  • Drive: Dual or tri-motor AWD

  • Range: Up to 300 miles

  • Base Price: From $74,400

Audi’s premium EV family SUV — quiet, quick, and luxurious


⚡ Audi Electric Performance: Grand Touring Power

๐Ÿ”น e-tron GT / RS e-tron GT

  • Body Style: 4-Door Sedan

  • Drive: Dual-motor AWD

  • Base Price: From $106,500

๐Ÿš€ RS GT: 0–60 mph in 3.1 seconds
๐Ÿ’ก Audi's answer to the Porsche Taycan


๐Ÿ›’ Buying Tips

✔️ Best for Budget: A3 or Q3
✔️ Best for Families: A6 Allroad, Q5, or Q7
✔️ Best Performance: RS 5, RS 6 Avant, RS Q8
✔️ Best EVs: Q4 e-tron, Q8 e-tron, or e-tron GT


๐ŸŒ Want to Import or Buy an Audi in Kenya?

At Buddies Lounge Auto, we help you:

  • Import new and used Audis from Japan, UK, or UAE

  • ๐Ÿงพ Assist with duty calculations and port clearance

  • ๐Ÿ’ณ Offer flexible financing & hire purchase

  • ๐Ÿš› Provide delivery across Kenya

๐Ÿ‘‰ Contact us today to find your perfect Audi — whether you want performance, luxury, or electric efficiency.


๐Ÿ Final Thoughts

Audi’s 2025 lineup is stronger than ever — offering something for every type of driver. Whether it’s the tech-rich A6, the ferocious RS Q8, or the eco-conscious Q4 e-tron, there’s an Audi that fits your lifestyle and budget.


Need help choosing the right Audi? Drop a comment, send us a message, or request a quote — we’ll guide you every step of the way.


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