Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
| Year | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | City L/100 km | Highway L/100 km | Combined L/100 km | Fuel-economy range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 23 | 32 | 26 | 10.23 | 7.35 | 9.05 | — |
| 2024 | 23 | 30 | 26 | 10.23 | 7.84 | 9.05 | — |
| 2023 | 23 | 30 | 26 | 10.23 | 7.84 | 9.05 | — |
| 2022 | 24 | 30 | 26 | 9.8 | 7.84 | 9.05 | 24-34 mpg combined |
| 2021 | 24 | 30 | 26 | 9.8 | 7.84 | 9.05 | — |
| 2020 | 27 | 35 | 30 | 8.71 | 6.72 | 7.84 | — |
| 2019 | 27 | 34 | 30 | 8.71 | 6.92 | 7.84 | — |
| 2018 | 24 | 34 | 27 | 9.8 | 6.92 | 8.71 | — |
| 2017 | 25 | 33 | 28 | 9.41 | 7.13 | 8.4 | — |
| 2016 | 24 | 31 | 27 | 9.8 | 7.59 | 8.71 | 21-27 mpg combined |
| 2015 | 24 | 31 | 26 | 9.8 | 7.59 | 9.05 | — |
| 2014 | 23 | 31 | 26 | 10.23 | 7.59 | 9.05 | 20-27 mpg combined |
| 2013 | 24 | 31 | 26 | 9.8 | 7.59 | 9.05 | — |
| 2012 | 22 | 30 | 25 | 10.69 | 7.84 | 9.41 | — |
| 2011 | 22 | 30 | 25 | 10.69 | 7.84 | 9.41 | — |
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Engine code | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | sedan | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2024 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2023 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2022 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | DPAA | Automatic | All-Wheel Drive | 201-261 hp | 236-273 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
| 2021 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2020 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic | AWD/All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (AM-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2018 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2017 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (AM-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2016 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | CAEB, CAED, CPMA | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 220 hp | 258 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
| 2015 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2014 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 220 hp | 258 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
| 2013 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2012 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2011 | chassis_cab | 4 | 2.0 | Premium | — | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | msrp | pricing | Trim | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt | Base price | Note | Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2023 | — | Trim: quattro Prestige | quattro Prestige | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2022 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $39,900, MSRP range: $39,900 - $51,300, Confidence: 0.8, notes: MSRP range for the 2022 model year., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 5/12/2026 | Trim: quattro Prestige | quattro Prestige | USD | $39,900 | $39,900 - $51,300 | 0.8 | MSRP range for the 2022 model year. | llm_estimate | 5/12/2026 | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | Base price: $39,100, Trim: quattro Premium Plus, Note: HD Radio, Bluetooth, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | quattro Premium Plus | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $39,100 | HD Radio, Bluetooth, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | — |
| 2020 | — | Base price: $47,700, Trim: quattro Premium | quattro Premium | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $47,700 | — | — |
| 2019 | — | Base price: $46,200, Series: A4 Premium plus | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $46,200 | — | A4 Premium plus |
| 2018 | — | Base price: $36,000, Trim: quattro Premium | quattro Premium | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $36,000 | — | — |
| 2017 | — | Base price: $41,100, Series: A4 quattro premium | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | $41,100 | — | A4 quattro premium |
| 2016 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $33,800, MSRP range: $33,800 - $43,500, Confidence: 0.8, notes: MSRP for different trims., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 5/12/2026 | — | — | USD | $33,800 | $33,800 - $43,500 | 0.8 | MSRP for different trims. | llm_estimate | 5/12/2026 | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Keyless ignition | GVWR | Seat rows | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | bodyAndInterior |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Standard | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard |
| 2022 | 5 | 4 | 340 | 12 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 2 |
| 2021 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 111 | 17 | 17 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2020 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 110.9 | 18 | 18 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2019 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 111 | 17 | 17 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | 480 | 17 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 110 | 17 | 17 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | 505 | 17.8 | Standard | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | 2 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 111 | 18 | 18 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 |
| 2016 | 5 | 4 | 480 | 17 | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | — | 4 | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2014 | 5 | 4 | 351 | 12.4 | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2013 | — | 4 | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2012 | — | 4 | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2011 | — | 4 | — | — | — | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | blindSpotIntervention | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | nhtsaSafetyRatings | rearAeb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2025 Audi A4 4 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2025 Audi A4 4 DR AWD | — |
| 2024 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2024 Audi A4 4 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2024 Audi A4 4 DR AWD | — |
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | standard | standard | optional | — | standard | standard | — | optional |
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | optional | optional | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2021 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2021 Audi A4 4 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2021 Audi A4 4 DR AWD | — |
| 2020 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2020 Audi A4 4 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — | standard | — | — | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2020 Audi A4 4 DR AWD | — |
| 2019 | — | — | — | — | 2019 Audi A4 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | — | standard | standard | Rated vehicle: 2019 Audi A4 4 DR FWD | — |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2018 Audi A4 4 DR AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2018 Audi A4 4 DR AWD | — |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2017 Audi A4 4 DR FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2017 Audi A4 4 DR FWD | — |
| 2016 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2016 Audi A4 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2016 Audi A4 4 DR FWD | — |
| 2015 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2015 Audi A4 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2015 Audi A4 4 DR FWD | — |
| 2014 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2014 Audi A4 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2014 Audi A4 4 DR FWD | — |
| 2013 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2013 Audi A4 4 DR FWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Overall rating: 5, Frontal crash: 5, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2013 Audi A4 4 DR FWD | — |
| 2012 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2012 Audi A4 4 DR AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Overall rating: 4, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2012 Audi A4 4 DR AWD | — |
| 2011 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 2011 Audi A4 4 DR AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Overall rating: 4, Frontal crash: 4, Side crash: 5, Rollover: 5, Rated vehicle: 2011 Audi A4 4 DR AWD | — |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
Model year reports
2025
NewestThe 2025 Audi A4 presents a mixed bag for used car shoppers.
2024
The 2024 Audi A4 presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2023
The 2023 Audi A4 presents a mixed reliability picture for used car shoppers.
2022
The 2022 Audi A4 presents a capable premium sedan experience, but potential buyers must be aware of its average reliability rating.
2021
The 2021 Audi A4 presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2020
The 2020 Audi A4 offers premium comfort and technology, but its reliability is rated average, with a critical recall for the passenger airbag system and recurring rear axle concerns.
2019
The 2019 Audi A4 presents a mixed bag for used car buyers.
2018
The 2018 Audi A4 offers premium comfort and sharp handling but carries a below-average reliability verdict.
2017
The 2017 Audi A4 presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2016
The 2016 Audi A4 offers a solid driving experience with excellent safety ratings, but its high TSB count suggests potential for minor issues.
2015
The 2015 Audi A4 offers a premium driving experience with excellent safety ratings, but its reliability is rated below average, largely due to a high TSB count suggesting potential for minor issues.
2014
The 2014 Audi A4 is rated below average for reliability.
2013
The 2013 Audi A4 presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2012
The 2012 Audi A4 is rated below average for reliability, with engine oil leaks and consumption being a primary ownership concern.
2011
The 2011 Audi A4 presents a mixed ownership proposition.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Audi A4?
Carfocal currently has 15 published A4 reports, covering 2011 through 2025. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2025 Audi A4 presents a mixed bag for used car shoppers.
Published year coverage: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025.
Is the Audi A4 reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Audi A4. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2025 audi a4 presents a mixed bag for used car shoppers. and the 2025 audi a4's value proposition hinges on its premium feel and standard awd versus its 'below average' reliability. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
15 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Audi A4?
Across Carfocal's published A4 guides, recurring problem areas include Rear Axle Components, Passenger Airbag System, and Engine Oil Seals. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: Rear Axle Components, Passenger Airbag System, and Engine Oil Seals.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 15
- Years tracked
- 15
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints