A4 B8 vs Camry XV40: which is better?
Audi A4 B8 (2007–2015) vs Toyota Camry XV40 (2006–2011): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Audi A4 B8
Toyota Camry XV40Specifications
| Audi A4 B8 | Toyota Camry XV40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2007–2015 | 2006–2011 |
| Body | sedan | sedan |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.8 TFSI | 2.4 |
| Power, up to | 160 hp | 167 hp |
| Torque, up to | 250 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Gearbox | CVT | automatic |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 703 mm | 4 815 mm |
| Width | 1 826 mm | 1 820 mm |
| Height | 1 427 mm | 1 480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 808 mm | 2 775 mm |
| Ground clearance | — | 160 mm |
| Fuel tank | 65 L | 70 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 15 075 ₸ | ≈ 28 750 ₸ |
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.
Toyota Camry XV40
Pros
- Japanese Aisin automatic
- Large tank: 70 L
- Local assembly: Russia
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Toyota 2AZ-FE engine (2.4): oil consumption due to stuck piston rings (especially before 2009)
- Aisin gearbox (Toyota/Lexus 4–8-speed automatic): jolts when shifting at high mileage
Engine (Toyota 2AZ-FE (2.4)): oil consumption due to stuck piston rings (especially before 2009); stripped cylinder head bolt threads in the aluminum block; water pump leak.
Gearbox (Aisin (Toyota/Lexus 4–8-speed automatic)): shift shocks at high mileage; solenoid wear from old oil.
Which one to choose
- A4 B8 — if you care more about: torque, wheelbase, kz tax 2026.
- Camry XV40 — if you care more about: power, 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 Camry XV40?
A4 B8: up to 160 hp, Camry XV40: up to 167 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: A4 B8 — about 15 075 ₸, Camry XV40 — about 28 750 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.