2021 Audi A4 40 TFSI quattro Prestige
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- Photo: Audi A4 B9 sedans (FL) 1X7A2439 by Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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- Photo: AUDI A4L (B9) China (24) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Audi A4 40 TFSI B9 Mythos Black Metallic (11) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2019 Audi A4 S Line 40 TDi Quattro S-Tronic facelift 2.0 Interior by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2021 Audi A4 40 TFSI quattro Prestige is a 201-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged with a 7-speed s tronic dual-clutch automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $49,400 MSRP.
It makes 201 horsepower at 4,200 rpm and 236 lb-ft of torque at 1450 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 25 mpg city and 34 mpg highway.
The A4 measures 187.5 inches long on a 111.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,682 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $49,400 |
| MSRP with Destination | $50,445 |
| Destination Charge | $1,045 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-4 (12V MHEV) |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 201 hp @ 4,200 rpm |
| Torque | 236 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | All-Wheel Drive (quattro) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 7-Speed S tronic Dual-Clutch Automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 25 MPG |
| Highway | 34 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.4 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.8 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18x8.0 |
| Wheels Rear | 18x8.0 |
| Tires Front | P225/40HR18 |
| Tires Rear | P225/40HR18 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 187.5 in |
| Width | 72.7 in |
| Height | 56.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 111 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,682 lbs |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (9.9 % risk) |
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Audi A4. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 5, 2022 · BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8, RS7, RS6 Avant, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, Q8, Q7, Q5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, Q5, A7, A6, A6 Allroad, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, A5 Cabrioleet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, SQ7, S5 Cabriolet, E-Tron Quattro, SQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ5, S8, S7, S6 Sedan, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, 2022 E-Tron GT, and 2021-2022 RSQ8 vehicles. Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A blank rearview camera display can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DZ.
NHTSA campaign 22V742000
Jan 26, 2022 · TIRES
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
Consequence: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.
NHTSA campaign 22V034000
Aug 5, 2021 · SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69CR (VW) and 69CS (Audi).
NHTSA campaign 21V606000
Apr 26, 2021 · SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
Consequence: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.
NHTSA campaign 21V295000
11 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2021 Audi A4
Owner Complaints
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Audi A4 (3 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 |
| Lane Departure | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Suspension | 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 2021 AUDI A4. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.