A4 B8 vs Mondeo IV: which is better?
Audi A4 B8 (2007–2015) vs Ford Mondeo IV (2007–2014): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Audi A4 B8
Ford Mondeo IVSpecifications
| Audi A4 B8 | Ford Mondeo IV | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2007–2015 | 2007–2014 |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.8 TFSI | 2.0 Duratec |
| Power, up to | 160 hp | 145 hp |
| Torque, up to | 250 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Gearbox | CVT | manual |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 703 mm | 4 844 mm |
| Width | 1 826 mm | 1 886 mm |
| Height | 1 427 mm | 1 500 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 808 mm | 2 850 mm |
| Fuel tank | 65 L | 70 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 15 075 ₸ | ≈ 16 475 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Audi A4 B8
Pros
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Engine VW/Audi EA888 (1.8–2.0 TSI/TFSI): oil consumption (piston rings) on second-generation engines
- Gearbox Audi multitronic (CVT): chain and clutch pack wear
Engine (VW/Audi EA888 (1.8–2.0 TSI/TFSI)): oil consumption (piston rings) on second-generation engines; timing chain stretch and tensioner on early engines; plastic water pump and thermostat housing leaks.
Gearbox (Audi multitronic (CVT)): chain and clutch pack wear; control unit failure.
Ford Mondeo IV
Pros
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: generally reliable
- Large tank: 70 L
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Ford Duratec/Zetec/EcoBoost engine: Duratec suffers timing belt and ignition coil wear
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: valve body wear at high mileage
Engine (Ford Duratec/Zetec/EcoBoost): on Duratec — timing belt and ignition coil wear; on EcoBoost — overheating and coolant leaks on the 1.6.
Gearbox (Aisin automatic): generally reliable; at high mileage — valve body wear.
Which one to choose
- A4 B8 — if you care more about: power, torque, kz tax 2026.
- Mondeo IV — if you care more about: wheelbase, fuel tank.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: A4 B8 or Mondeo IV?
A4 B8: up to 160 hp, Mondeo IV: up to 145 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: A4 B8 — about 15 075 ₸, Mondeo IV — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.