The so-called small-luxury or near luxury or entry luxury or sports sedan market includes some of the best cars in the world, whatever your taste or preference. The status conscious can find a high-end nameplate in the $25,000-$35,000 price range. Driving enthusiasts get good performance in a practical package, and the frugal get most of the amenities and safety features found in large luxury sedans, with decent fuel economy and a much lower price of entry. The A4 covers all these bases and goes a step further with the option of all-wheel drive.There are at least 14 sedans in this category -from 10 different manufacturers--and sales are strong. Yet the competition is brutal, and today's hot ticket can quickly become tomorrow's has-been. It's no fluke that the A4 has remained near the top in sales since its introduction seven years ago, and the 2002 A4 is a much better car than its predecessor. Anyone shopping this class of automobile would be foolish not to take a long look at Audi.
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