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As I stepped into the 2009 A4 3.2 Quattro Premium Plus sedan, I couldn't help but notice the overly ornate center cap in its wheels, resembling spider-like patterns that added to the 4x4 look of standard suspension. The tires seemed mildly undersized-looking, despite being 245's, which is unusual given their sidewall numbers. This was largely due to their rounded shoulders and narrower tread face compared to my 2.0T's 255's.

One thing I didn't miss was the need to clean the honeycomb pattern every other week, as my previous car had a standard rear bumper design. On the other hand, I missed the S-line side sills and faux mesh rear diffuser that added an extra layer of style. The wheels, however, looked relatively easy to clean due to their fewer nooks compared to what I was used to.

The integrated 'duck tail' rear spoiler caught my eye as a nice touch, looking great from rear 3/4 angles even though it didn't have a pronounced rise or lip from the side profile. As for the color, while I still prefer Sepang Blue, the Aruba Blue on this car is indeed a pretty hue that even received praise from my wife.

During my time driving the 2009 A4 3.2 Quattro Premium Plus sedan, which had almost 4,000 miles on it but showed signs of wear from its loaner duty, I couldn't help but compare it to my own 2.0T Avant. One notable difference was the lack of Navigation and standard audio in this car, with a dash nipple instead.

The gray interior looked worse for wear due to its use as a loaner, but it still maintained its charm with standard printed/textured aluminum trim. Overall, driving this car gave me a chance to reflect on my experiences with the B7 A4 2.0T Avant and compare it to my current ride.

This article is part of an ongoing series of informal reviews that I've been sharing online. If you're interested in learning more about my initial impressions of the 2009 A4 3.2 Quattro Premium Plus sedan, keep reading!

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