2004 Audi S4 Avant Tiptronic
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- Photo: Audi S4 (20100325-DSC01394) by Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi S4 (20100325-DSC01393) by Matti Blume, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2003-2005 Audi S4 (B6) sedan 01 by OSX, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
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- Photo: Audi S4 B6 4,2 V8 Quattro by Midnight Runner, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2004 Audi S4 Avant Tiptronic is a 340-hp 4.2-liter V8 with a 6-speed zf 6hp19 tiptronic automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $47,800 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.
It makes 340 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 302 lb-ft of torque at 3500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).
The S4 measures 179.0 inches long on a 104.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,035 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Wagon |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $47,800 ($82,239 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Naturally Aspirated DOHC V8 (40V, BBK) |
| Displacement | 4.2 L |
| Horsepower | 340 hp @ 7,000 rpm |
| Torque | 302 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | All-Wheel Drive (quattro) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed ZF 6HP19 Tiptronic automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 17 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.6 x 1.18 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.9 x 0.87 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18x8.0 in |
| Wheels Rear | 18x8.0 in |
| Tires Front | 235/40ZR18 |
| Tires Rear | 235/40ZR18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 179 in |
| Width | 69.5 in |
| Height | 56.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,035 lbs |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2004 Audi S4 Avant Tiptronic with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (10.7 % risk) |
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Audi S4. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 15, 2005 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY OF XENON HEADLAMP COATING DEGRADATION OVER TIME. THE LUMINOUS TRANSMITTANCE OF THE HEADLAMP MAY DECREASE OVER A PERIOD OF TIME.
Consequence: THIS CONDITION COULD AFFECT A DRIVER'S FIELD OF VIEW, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LEFT AND RIGHT XENON HEADLAMP REFLECTORS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 11, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AUDI AT 1-800-822-2834.
NHTSA campaign 05V096000
29 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2004 Audi S4
Owner Complaints
29 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Audi S4 (1 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 12 |
| Power Train | 5 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Visibility | 3 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2004 AUDI S4. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.