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2021 Audi A4

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2021 40 Premium 4dr All-Wheel Drive quattro Sedan
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Price:   -  From $39,100
2021 45 S line Premium 4dr All-Wheel Drive quattro Sedan Price:   -  From $40,900
2021 Allroad 2.0T Premium 4dr All-wheel Drive quattro Wagon Price:   -  From $44,600
2021 S4 3.0T Premium 4dr All-Wheel Drive quattro Sedan Price:   -  From $49,900
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3.4 (Good)

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Overview

What's New

The 2021 Audi A4 engines adopt mild hybrid technology, resulting in 13 extra horsepower. All-wheel drive is now standard on all models, along with lane departure warning, wireless Apple CarPlay, and an integrated toll-paying feature.

The Convenience Package for the Premium trim gains a heated steering wheel and front and rear parking sensors. The Premium Plus picks up standard adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, a surround-view camera system, and a driver alertness monitor with hands-on-the-wheel detection. Heated rear seats are now standard on the Prestige trim.

The current A4 debuted in 2017 and received a significant refresh last year.

Choosing Your Audi A4

The A4 sedan comes in three trims level: Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige. Base prices start at $40,145 including destination and top out at $50,445 for the Prestige.

The A4 allroad wagon is available in the same three trim levels, priced from $45,645 to $55,545.

Engine Choices

The A4 comes standard with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine. A high-output version is available for $1,800 on the Premium, $1,300 on the Premium Plus, and $400 on the Prestige. The more powerful engine is standard across the lineup on the A4 allroad.

Engine TypeHorsepowerTorqueFuel Economy (Combined)
2.0L Turbo 4-Cylinder201 hp236 lb-ft30 mpg
2.0L Turbo 4-Cylinder261 hp273 lb-ft27 mpg

Both engines are pared with a seven-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive.

Passenger and Cargo Capacity

The A4 is the larger of Audi's two compact sedan lines and provides decent room for five passengers. The trunk is another story, measuring a middling 12 cubic feet.

The choice for utility is the A4 allroad, which offers 24.2 cubic feet behind the rear seat, and 58.5 with it folded.

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Safety Features

The A4 starts out with automatic emergency braking, forward collision warning, and automatic high beams. The top two trims add adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, front and rear parking sensors, and a surround-view camera system.

The $1,800 Convenience Package for the base Prestige includes blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.

Connectivity

The A4's standard infotainment setup features a 10.1-inch touchscreen, 10 audio speakers, two front USB ports, Android Auto, and wireless Apple CarPlay. SiriusXM All Access with a 90-day free trial comes in the Premium's Convenience Package and is standard everywhere else.

The Premium Plus also gets a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, a wireless charging pad, a phone signal booster, and two rear USB ports. The Prestige adds a head-up display, a 19-speaker Bang and Olufsen audio system, and navigation.

Navigation ($1,500) and the Bang & Olufsen sound system ($950) are optional on the Premium Plus.

Audi A4

Premium - From $40,145

The A4 Premium comes thoroughly equipped with features like leather upholstery, wood interior trim, eight-way power front seats, heated front seats, a sunroof, three-zone automatic climate control, LED headlights and taillights, and 17-inch forged aluminum wheels.

In addition to the aforementioned safety features, the Convenience Package ($1,800) tacks on keyless entry, a hands-free trunk, driver's seat memory, auto-dimming side mirrors, and a heated steering wheel.

Premium Plus - From $44,845

The features from the Convenience Package are standard on the Premium Plus, along with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, adaptive cruise control, wireless phone charging, and 18-inch wheels.

The Warm Weather Package ($1,300) adds rear sunshades and ventilated front seat with four-way power lumbar adjustments. Models equipped with the high-output engine are eligible for a Black Optic Package ($500) with gloss black exterior trim and dark wheel accents.

Prestige - From $50,445

The Prestige carries exclusive touches like ambient interior lighting, acoustic front side glass, matrix-design headlights, animated headlights and taillights, ventilated front seats, the head-up display, and the Bang and Olufsen audio system.

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The 2021 Audi A4 Premium is available with nearly every luxury and convenience buyers expect at this price point, not to mention the more powerful engine. Whether to upgrade depends how many high-end features you're willing to pay for.

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Expert Review

Pros
  • Sleek interior
  • All the safety bits
  • Useful in all conditions
Cons
  • Lacks top-end power
  • Tight trunk
  • Bland exterior design
Expert Rating
3.4 (Good)

Our expert ratings are based on seven comprehensive criteria: quality, safety, comfort, performance, fuel economy, reliability history and value.

You can interpret our ratings in the following way:

: Outstanding vehicle. Only the most exceptional vehicles achieve this rating.

: Very Good vehicle. Very good and close to being the best vehicle in its class.

: Good vehicle. Decent, but not quite the best. Often affordable, but lacking key features found in vehicles of the same class.

: Below average vehicle. Not recommended, and lacking attributes a car buyer would come to expect for the price.

: Poor vehicle. Simply does not deserve to be on the road.

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More power and standard AWD. The Audi A4 received a small refresh in 2020, which included a massaged nose. The 2021 Audi A4 gets updated powertrain options, including a 13-horsepower bump in the base 2.0-liter engine and standard all-wheel drive.

The powertrain update, coupled with its clean interior and comfortable ride, counteract its conservative looks and make it worth considering among rivals like the BMW 3-Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

Clean cabin, but timid overall styling. The Audi A4 boasts a clean cabin with a luxurious feel but no fuss. It pulls this off with a touchscreen infotainment system that eliminates most of the buttons, tasteful wood and metallic accents, and a toned-down design.

While that touchscreen helps with the sleek look, its dash-top perch eliminates the seamless look many other Audi touchscreens have.

While its cabin is clean and luxurious, the A4 is far from a family-oriented luxury sedan with just a 12-cubic-foot trunk. This falls a whopping 5 cubic feet behind the 3-Series and 0.6 behind the C-Class.

The A4 is just a year removed from a refresh, but its looks do little to impress. Audi has become known for design stagnation and letting its models retain similar looks for too long. The A4 falls squarely in this hole.

The S4 adds a little extra sportiness, and the A4 allroad wagon adds a unique touch to this otherwise vanilla design.


Audi A4

Capability for all conditions, but lacks top-end performance. The Audi A4 comes in a variety of flavors under its hood.

Things start with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 201 horsepower and all-wheel drive. Also available is a 2.0-liter turbo-four with 261 hp. These two engine options deliver ample acceleration, great drivability, and respectable fuel economy.

The A4 allroad ups the ante with a standard 261-hp 2.0-liter under its hood and increased ride height for additional off-road capabilities.

Rounding out the lineup is the performance-geared S4 with its 349-hp 3.0-liter turbo V6 that delivers a 4.4-second 0-60 mph time. The S4 also boasts a standard sport suspension that gives it a new personality in the corners.

While the S4 is a quick compact sedan, it lags behind the BMW M340i xDrive’s 389 hp and 4.1-second 0-60 sprint. Also, the Mercedes AMG C 63’s up to 503 hp and 3.8-second 0-60 time leaves the S4 wondering what just blew by it.

Whether you're a commuter, like heading off the beaten path, or prefer hitting the track, the A4 has a powertrain option for you. If there’s one weak spot in the A4, it the seven-speed dual-clutch transmission’s hesitation at low speeds.

Loads of standard safety gear. The Audi A4 doesn’t lack advanced safety gear, as it comes standard with automatic emergency braking. Optionally, buyers can tack on lane keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and more.

It also aced every IIHS test it’s been through so far. It hasn't taken the tough headlight testing, though, leaving it without a Top Safety Pick designation.

The 3-Series takes things a step further with standard lane departure warning. The BMW is also an official IIHS Top Safety Pick, thanks to its aced crash tests.

The C-Class is even better with its Top Safety Pick Plus rating from the IIHS. It also includes standard automatic emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring, giving it a leg up on the A4.

Final thoughts. While Audi has come a long way over the years, the 2021 Audi A4 remains a notch behind the BMW 3-Series and Mercedes C-Class. This is especially true in the top-end performance models. But its fellow German luxury sedans come with higher price tag, leaving lots of room to add options.

Buyers who plan to use this compact sedan as a family vehicle may want to look at the 3-Series, as its 17-cubic-foot trunk crushes the A4. Shoppers looking for top-level performance and have no concern for the MSRP will want to forgo the S4 and opt for the AMG C 63.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.0L I-4 / 201 HP / 236 ft.lbs.
Transmission
7-spd S tronic auto-shift man w/OD
Drive Type
Full-time Quattro All Wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
24 / 31 / 27 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
2.0L I-4 / 201 HP / 236 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Full-time Quattro All Wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
24 / 31 / 27 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Multi-link
Rear Suspension
Independent Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel
Compact Steel
Fuel Tank
15.3 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$58
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
12.0 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
Exterior Length
187.5 "
Exterior Width
72.7 "
Exterior Height
56.2 " / 55.3 "
Front Headroom
37.3 "
Rear Headroom
37.4 "
Front Legroom
41.3 "
Rear Legroom
35.7 "
Front Shoulder Room
55.9 "
Rear Shoulder Room
54.5 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,682 Lbs.
Wheel Base
111 "
Turning Radius
19.0 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
17.0 " Silver Aluminum / 18.0 " Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone / Metallic Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Heated, Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger
Bumpers
Body-colored With Metal-look Insert
Grille Moldings
Black W/chrome Surround
Rear Spoiler
Lip
Exhaust
Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
5
Seat Trim
Leather
Front Seat Type
Bucket / Sport Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
(8-way Power) / 10-way (8-way Power)
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
(8-way Power) / 10-way (8-way Power)
Front Armrests
(8-way Power) / 10-way (8-way Power)
Rear Armrests
Center
Rear Seats
40-20-40 Bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Am/fm/hd, Clock, Seek-scan / Am/fm/hd, Seek-scan / Clock / Siriusxm Am/fm/hd/satellite, Seek-scan
Speakers
10 / 19 Bang & Olufsen
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Automatic Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
Sun Roof
Express Open/close
Rearview Mirror
Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Front And Rear
Tinted Windows
Light
Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
2
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Driver And Passenger
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Rear Side-impact Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front And Rear
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Audi Pre Sense Basic Forward Collision Mitigation
Blind Spot Sensor
Audi Side Assist Blind Spot
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Departure Warning Lane Departure / Lane Departure
Autonomous Cruise Control
Traffic Jam Assist Hands-on Steering Assist
Pedestrian Detection
Audi Pre Sense City Front Pedestrian Detection Prevention
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
High Beam Assist (hba) Auto High-beam
Adaptive Headlights
Parking Sensors
Audi Park Assist Automated / Front And Rear
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Immobilizer Iii
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Major Components Months
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
Roadside Assistance Months
48 Months / Unlimited Miles
Corrosion Perforation
144 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months
48 Months / 50,000 Miles

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