2019 Audi S4 Review

Name: 2019 Audi S4 Review
Brand: Audi

Price Range: $26,594 - $33,998

Audi S4 Prestige quattro Sedan Exterior. European Model Shown.

Audi S4 Prestige quattro Sedan Exterior. European Model with Options Shown.

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Edmunds' Expert Review

by Calvin Kim^{Vehicle Test Engineer
Calvin Kim is an automotive journalist at Edmunds.}

Pros

Turbocharged V6 provides strong acceleration
Poised handling gives you plenty of confidence
Modern and well-thought-out interior
Quiet and relaxed over long distances

Cons

Interior storage space is merely adequate

What's new

New entry-level Premium trim level
Part of the fifth A4 generation introduced for 2017

Coming off of a full redesign last year, the Audi S4 sport sedan returns unchanged, just the way we like it. The S4 has historically been the attainable luxury sport sedan, and the traits we've always appreciated — performance, technology and everyday usability — haven't changed.

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2019 Audi S4
Premium Plus quattro Sedan
$31,995
fair price
$207 above market
- 40,342 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use
- 6cyl automatic
- AutoNation Ford Memphis (180 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
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Located in Memphis, TN
Daytona Gray Pearl EffectSun/MoonroofLeather SeatsNavigation SystemKeyless StartRear SpoilerBlack; Seat TrimThis vehicle includes a Money-Bac...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
24 Combined MPG (21 City/30 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WAUB4AF48KA106395
Stock: KA106395
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-21-2025
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2019 Audi S4
Premium Plus quattro Sedan
$26,594
fair price
$21 below market
- 73,330 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use
- 6cyl automatic
- Driveway (1,776 mi away)
- Home delivery*
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
High Demand,Apple CarPlay,Back-Up Camera,Blind Spot Monitor,Bluetooth,Brake Assist,Hands-Free Liftgate,Heated Seats,Keyless Start,Leather Seats,Naviga...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
24 Combined MPG (21 City/30 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WAUB4AF42KA049062
Stock: A4054315-1
Certified Pre-Owned: No

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The cabin is thoroughly modern with bright displays, the latest in smartphone integration and excellent ergonomics. The only available powertrain, a turbocharged V6 producing 349 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque, is powerful and responsive, and its handling prowess is aided by an optional S Sport package that adds a trick rear differential and adaptive damping, which lets the S4 take turns like a race car.

The downsides are few: The S4's rear seating area is a little smaller than average, and it takes time to acclimate to all of the available technology. The S4 is more aggressive than rivals such as BMW's 330i xDrive M Sport or Mercedes' AMG C 43, without compromising on luxury or tech.

Edmunds' Expert Rating

8.5 / 10

Trim tested

Each vehicle typically comes in multiple versions that are fundamentally similar. The ratings in this review are based on our full test of the Audi S4 Premium Plus Sedan (turbo 3.0L V6 | 8-speed automatic | AWD).

Scorecard

Overall	8.5 / 10
Driving	9.0
Comfort	9.0
Interior	8.5
Utility	7.5
Technology	8.5

Driving

9.0

The breadth of performance makes the S4 a true gem in this class. With its stout acceleration, ample traction and impressive ability to handle quick directional changes, the S4 is a match for anything in its class. Occasional brake fade seems to be the only mark against the Audi.

Acceleration

9.0

From a standstill, the S4 responds a little leisurely. But keep your foot in it and a moment later the S4 is accelerating fiercely. In our testing, which used the S4's launch control, the S4 blasted to 60 mph in just 4.3 seconds. That's plenty of power for everyday driving.

Braking

8.0

The pedal is firm but easy to modulate in routine driving, and you can trust the brakes during enthusiastic driving as well. There's sports-car-worthy performance here, with stops from 60 mph in just 105 feet. But track testing revealed a noisy ABS and brake fade after multiple panic stops.

Steering

8.5

Variable steering efforts are available. All are accurate and well matched to their respective setting. Feedback can be lacking, even under spirited driving. But when pushed to the limit, the S4 communicates the available front grip quite well.

Handling

8.5

The sport rear differential, part of the S Sport package, enhances the S4's enthusiastic turn-in. Even sports cars would have a hard time matching the S4's pace on a tight, twisty road. Longer sweepers, however, tax the Audi's front tires to the point of moderate understeer.

Drivability

9.0

While the eight-speed automatic can be a little too eager to upshift in Drive, you can easily fix that by selecting the transmission's Sport mode. With its stout V6 and adjustable drive modes, the Audi can adapt to all conditions.

Comfort

9.0

The S4 delivers performance and luxury in equal amounts. Driver fatigue, no matter the road, is at a minimum, and the S4 manages to strike a fine balance between capability and usability.

Seat comfort

9.0

The S Sport front seats are wonderful examples of very supportive yet non-intrusive seating. The front seats offer heating but not ventilation. The rear seats are more than adequate for a sedan of this size, providing comfort on longer trips.

Ride comfort

9.0

The optional Sport Adaptive Damping is the way to go on the S4. Comfort mode handles rough and broken road surfaces with aplomb, while Dynamic mode keeps the body in check even under the most spirited driving.

Noise & vibration

9.5

The S4 is relatively silent at all speeds, well-isolated from both road and wind noise. Only under hard acceleration does the engine's pleasing V6 snarl become prominent. Tire noise is minimal, which is a pleasant surprise for summer-rated tires.

Climate control

9.0

Clear, self-explanatory and easy to use, the S4's three-zone climate interface sets an example for the class. The pressure-sensitive buttons seem like unnecessary flair, but they work without delay. It's refreshing to see climate control not buried in an on-screen menu.

Interior

8.5

From the moment you open the door, you'll be struck by the S4's cohesive and easy-to-use cabin design. Friendly ergonomics and style are at the top of their class.

Ease of use

9.0

It's hard to argue with an Audi interior — the controls are clear, logically arranged, and consistent in both look and feel. The configurable instrument panel does take some time to learn, but it presents a wide array of information. Audi's MMI becomes intuitive after only a few uses.

Getting in/getting out

7.0

Even with the wonderfully supportive sport seats, the S4 is as easy to get in and out of as any other small luxury sedan. Taller rear occupants might have to duck their head to clear the roofline, but there is ample door opening for a graceful entry and exit.

Driving position

9.5

With the combination of the sport front seats and the S4's exceptionally ergonomic and highly adjustable steering wheel, drivers of all sizes will be able to find a suitable position within a few seconds. Driver fatigue is unlikely to ever be an issue. The S4 definitely sets a benchmark.

Roominess

7.5

Front occupants have ample head-, legroom and shoulder room. While taller passengers might find the rear seat a tight fit behind a taller driver, two passengers would be comfortable for moderate distances. That's on par for not only the class but for most midsize sedans.

Visibility

9.0

Bucking the trend of high beltlines and even higher trunks, the S4 is an example of a modern sedan that offers good visibility. Blind spots are minimal.

Quality

9.0

All-around build quality is excellent and on par with what we've come to expect from Audi. There are no unsightly connections, welds or hinges. The brushed aluminum interior trim does look and feel plasticky, but that's the only letdown.

Utility

7.5

While performance is the S4's key draw, it provides the same utility as the regular A4 sedan. There's a suitable amount of trunk space and storage.

Small-item storage

7.0

Storage isn't abundant, but there's enough room to keep your phone, sunglasses, parking card and drinks easily accessible while driving.

Cargo space

8.0

Though the trunk isn't overly large, the load height is reasonable, and the cargo area is free of any intrusions or irregularities.

Child safety seat accommodation

7.5

Easily accessible LATCH anchors are included in the rear seats, and the adequate door opening minimizes inconvenience.

Technology

8.5

The S4 fits right in with other offerings from Audi in its excellent integration of entertainment- and safety-related technology. Modern and easy to use, the S4's systems seem wholly integrated rather than an afterthought.

Audio & navigation

9.5

The Bang & Olufsen audio system is excellent, capable of handling a wide variety of music and volume with exceptional clarity. Navigation uses Google Earth and is viewable on the center-mounted display as well as in the S4's Virtual Cockpit display.

Smartphone integration

9.0

Both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available, but the native Audi systems are so good that all of our drivers preferred not to use their phones for anything other than Bluetooth audio.

Driver aids

7.5

Along with a not-too-intrusive and easily defeatable stability control, Audi offers its Pre Sense predictive system that supplies maximum braking performance when an accident is anticipated. Rear and side assists, blind-spot monitoring and adaptive cruise control are available at extra cost.

Compare 2019 Audi S4 trim levels

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2019 Audi S4 models

The 2019 Audi S4 is a five-passenger luxury sport sedan that is the high-performance version of the A4 sedan. It is available in three trims — Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige — with each trim adding increasing levels of luxury and technology features. All models come with a powerful, turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 (349 horsepower, 369 pound-feet of torque). All-wheel drive is standard, as is an eight-speed automatic transmission.

The Premium model is new for 2019 and comes with 18-inch wheels with summer performance tires, automatic LED headlights, heated side mirrors, sunroof, tri-zone automatic climate control, 12-way power front seats with heating and massage functions, 40/20/40-split folding rear seats, an auto-dimming rearview and interior ambient lighting.

On the technology front, Premium models come with a 7-inch multimedia display, Bluetooth, voice control, remote access via a smartphone app, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration. Safety features include low-speed forward collision warning and emergency braking and Audi Connect Care emergency telematics.

An available Convenience package adds driver-seat memory, satellite radio, a security alarm, rear collision mitigation, blind-spot monitoring, and keyless entry and push-button start.

Premium Plus trim adds all of the Premium model's Convenience package items plus Virtual Cockpit digital instrumentation, an upgraded multimedia system with a larger 8.3-inch display and a handwriting recognition pad on the center console, a navigation system, expanded Audi Connect subscription services including a Wi-Fi hotspot, and an inductive smartphone charging pad with a signal booster.

The Prestige trim includes all of the above and adds a head-up display, traffic-adaptive cruise control and active lane centering, a top-down parking camera system, and a 19-speaker premium Bang & Olufsen surround-sound system. All but the audio system are exclusive to the Prestige trim.

Options for both the Premium Plus and Prestige trims include the S Sport package (red brake calipers, adaptive suspension dampers and sport rear differential), the Warm Weather package (ventilated front seats and premium leather upholstery), the Cold Weather package (heated rear seats and a heated steering wheel) and an adaptive steering system.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2019 Audi S4 Premium quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.51 per gallon for premium unleaded in Tennessee.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Tennessee

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

2.5/5Average

#61 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Audi S4 from 2008-2022.}

$847/yr

vs. $607/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

Frequency

^{The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).}

2.21x/yr

vs. 1.36x/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

Severity

^{The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).}

19.8%

vs. 10.5%
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

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Audi S4 Reviews

Owner Reviews

4.3

18 reviews

5(72%)

4(11%)

3(6%)

2(0%)

1(11%)

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Most Helpful Owner Reviews

Simply Fantastic! Coast to Coast! 2018 S4 Prestige

Chris, 07/24/2017

2018 Audi S4 Prestige quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)

Coming from a 328i and being a BMW fan in general I was very skeptical, with high expectations, for the S4 and I felt like I was taking a risk when I purchased this car. Looking back, I honestly feel I could not have made a better decision. This car is simply amazing in every way. I recently drove this car coast to coast from New Jersey to San Diego and had plenty of time to break it in. …

2018 vs 2010 Audi S4 Prestige

Twowheelsgood, 08/10/2017

2018 Audi S4 Prestige quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)

My 2018 Audi S4 (Sport, Cold Weather, and Driver Assistance packages, Dynamic Steering, Nappa leather, 19" wheels, carbon inlays) just passed 60,000 miles so I'm rewriting the whole new review. This car replaced our 2010 Audi S4 Prestige (7A) and we cross-shopped the Mercedes C43 AMG and BMW 340i xDrive. For the right buyer, that is someone looking for a highly competent real-world … daily, this is a near-perfect car. It is plenty quick for the street (4.3 sec to 60), has strong brakes that are not grabby, and good handling helped by the torque-vectoring diff to give bit of rotation that doesn't feel too artificial or unpredictable. The suspension is supple and allows just enough body roll to give a nice sense of loads and the car has high limits (0.99 g). A sportier suspension would eliminate the roll, but at the expense of brittleness and the sensation of cornering. Steering is accurate, if numb, and has good on-center feel. A sportier exhaust might be more entertaining at times, but I think they judged it well enough, so it makes a decent sound without droning. The cabin is outstanding, and I much prefer it to the latest generation of Audis and BMWs. The seats are adjustable, supportive for me (5'7", 150 lb), and comfortable for long trips. The dash has the perfect sport layout, namely a central round tach with digital speedo and gear position in the middle. The Bang and Olufsen sound system is very good, though not exceptional. Compared to my 2010 (B8) S4, the new B9 car has far better suspension compliance and less grabby brakes. Our B8 had the DCT, which was more engaging than the ZF 8-speed in the B9, but put the car at risk of costly repairs. Our DCT started misbehaving around 40,000 miles and various low-cost "repairs" like reprogramming did not cure it. I felt lucky to trade it in before facing a Mechatronic replacement. Tuning of the ZF is decent and the peace of mind is worth the lost character. Over 60,000 miles following the factory maintenance schedule, our car has had zero mechanical problems. With mostly highway driving, the lifetime average fuel consumption has been 29 mpg. Consumption in the teens is easily possible if you hoon it. There are few cons, one of which one is serious. In any mode other than Dynamic, the car can be very slow to respond to strong throttle inputs. This can be dangerous if traffic conditions require an immediate burst of acceleration. Tubro lag might be contributing, but I think the main issue is with transmission and accelerator pedal programming. Now that I understand it, I flip to Dynamic mode whenever I anticipate a need for best throttle response, like merging traffic or in some intersection crossings. This is easily done by giving the shift lever a second tug from D. My minor complaint is with poor backup camera image quality. That is compensated by the overhead view that works well. My only non-OEM changes were fitting Michelin Pilot Sport 4S summer tires and getting aftermarket 18" wheels fitted with Nokian Hakkapelitta winter tires. Both seem like good choices. The OEM Continental summer tires may have had better dry grip, but the Michelins work better in wet and cool conditions and seem to give a bit more feel. Overall, this is a fantastic car fro the street. From my n=1 experience, buying a used B9 would probably be safe. If I was buying a new car to replace it today , I would probably go with the new BMW M340i which is better in many ways but suffers from iDrive 8. As I'm approaching retirement and will be driving more for fun and less for necessity, I might try to replace our S4 with a new RS3 once the former passes 100,000 miles and if I can snag the latter without dealer markup. * Acceleration and cornering numbers from a 2018 Car and Driver review.

A joy to drive!

Robert, 08/20/2017

2018 Audi S4 Premium Plus quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)

As advised by Edmunds, going with Premium Plus and adding Technology package and S Sport Package seemed to be the best value. Coming from 21 years of driving BMWs, I was doing a lot of research on why change. But with technology platforms changing so fast, I wanted to keep an open mind. It was a surprise that Audi S4 came out on top for me after two test drives and a lot of research. …

Amazing

K Rein, 08/16/2017

2018 Audi S4 Premium Plus quattro 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)

I purchased the S4 a couple months ago after researching many other similar vehicles, to include BMW and MB. I came from a 2011 Infinite G37X and while I loved that car, you really cannot compare the two. The Audi is simply the best vehicle I have ever driven. My S4 has the Napa leather package and the S Sport package which I highly recommend. This car handles amazing, it actually …

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2019 S4 Highlights

Trim:

Premium quattro

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$50,200
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	24 MPG
Cost to Drive	$175/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	13.0 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the S4 models:

Audi Pre Sense City: Detects if a front collision is likely and warns you if you don't react quickly enough. Can also apply the brakes automatically.
Audi Active Lane Assist: Warns if you begin drifting out of your lane without signaling and nudges you back in line if you don't react.
Audi Side Assist: Informs you if there are vehicles in your blind spots and audibly warns you if you attempt to change lanes.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
DriverNot Rated
PassengerNot Rated
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
DriverNot Rated
PassengerNot Rated
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
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Rollover5 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover9.9%

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