Compare 2021 Audi S4 - Details
| Pricing | |||
| MSRP | $49,900 | $47,850 | $45,500 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invoice | $46,907 | $44,979 | $42,815 |
| Destination | $1,045 | $1,050 | $995 |
| Interior Edit | |||
| Air Conditioning, Front | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic | Dual Zone Automatic |
| Air Filter | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Air Conditioning, Rear | With Separate Controls | N/A | N/A |
| Underseat Ducts | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Concealed Storage | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Cargo Net | N/A | N/A | Standard |
| Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Cell Phone | Audi Phone Box Pre-wiring | N/A | Pre-wiring |
| Clock | In-radio Display | In-dash | In-dash |
| Compass | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Gear Shift Knob Trim | Leather/aluminum | Urethane | Piano Black/metal-look |
| 12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Overhead Console | Mini | Mini | N/A |
| Floor Console | Full | Full | Full |
| Floor Mats | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear |
| Front Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| Rear Windows | Power | Power | Power |
| 1-touch Window Up | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| 1-touch Window Down | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Programmable Garage Door Opener | Standard | Optional | Optional |
| Instrumentation | Digital/analog | Digital/analog | Digital/analog |
| Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Tachometer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Water Temp Gauge | N/A | Standard | Standard |
| Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lighting - Map Lights | Front And Rear | Front And Rear | Front And Rear |
| Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | Fade |
| Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Illuminated Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night | Day-night | Auto-dimming Day-night |
| Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Remote Trunk Release | Power | Power | Proximity |
| Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Nappa Leather/metal-look | Leather/metal-look |
| Head-up Display | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Air Compressor | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| Seats Edit | |||
| Front Seat Type | Sport Bucket | Sport Bucket | Sport Bucket |
| Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers |
| Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 10-way Power | 8-way Power | 10-way Power |
| Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 10-way Power | 8-way Power | 8-way Power |
| Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Front Armrests | Center Sliding | Center | Center |
| Front Head Restraints | Fixed | Fixed | Adjustable |
| Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback |
| Cooled Front Seats | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | N/A |
| Memory | Driver | Driver And Passenger | Driver |
| Rear Seats | 40-20-40 Bench | 40-20-40 Bench | 40-20-40 Bench |
| Rear Armrest | Standard | With Pass-thru | Standard |
| Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Fixed | 3 - Foldable |
| Heated Rear Seats | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Seat Trim | Alcantara Simulated Suede/leather | MB-Tex Leatherette | Dakota Leather |
| Entertainment Edit | |||
| Radio | AM/FM/HD/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | AM/FM/HD/Satellite-prep, Seek-scan | SiriusXM With 360L AM/FM/HD/Satellite, Seek-scan |
| Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Speakers | 10 | 8 | 10 |
| Amplifier | Standard | 590W | 205W |
| Equalizer | Automatic | N/A | Automatic |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Navigation System | MMI Navigation Plus With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation | Yes With Voice Activation |
| 1st Row LCD Screen | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Safety and Security Edit | |||
| Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger |
| Airbags, Side Curtain | SIDEGUARD | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row |
| Airbags, Knee Protection | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger |
| Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | Audi Connect CARE | ECall Emergency System | BMW Assist ECall |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | Front | N/A |
| Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front And Rear | Front | Front |
| Headlights | LED Low/high Beam | LED Low/high Beam | LED Low/high Beam |
| Exterior Light Control | Programmable | Auto On/off | Auto On/off |
| Delay-off Headlamps | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Headlight Washer | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Cornering Lights | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Directionally Adaptive Headlights | N/A | Optional | Optional |
| LED Taillights | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Curb Lights | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Parking Assist | Audi Park Assist | Optional | Park Distance Control |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob And Smart Device-as-key |
| Keyless Access System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock |
| Rear Child Safety Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Ignition Disable | Standard | N/A | Standard |
| Lane Departure Warning | Lane Departure Warning | Active Lane Keeping Assist | Lane Departure Warning |
| First Aid Kit | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Theft Deterrent Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Blind Spot Sensor | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Overview | |||
| Warranty Overview | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/50,000 Mileage) | Basic (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Powertrain (48 Month/50,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (48 Month/unlimited Mileage), Maintenance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) |
| Warranty Edit | |||
| Warranty - Basic | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warrranty - Powertrain | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles |
| Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 144 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 48 Months/unlimited Miles | 48 Months/50,000 Miles | 48 Months/unlimited Miles |
| Warranty - Maintenance | N/A | N/A | 36 Months/36,000 Miles |
| Exterior Edit | |||
| Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | Window Grid |
| Body Material | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Galvanized Steel/aluminum | Galvanized Steel/aluminum |
| Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone |
| Bodyside Insert | Metal-look | N/A | N/A |
| Grille Trim | Chrome | With Chrome Bar | Black W/metal-look Surround |
| Fog/driving Lights | Front And Rear | Rear | N/A |
| Door Count | 4 Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Rear Cargo Door | Trunk | Trunk | Trunk |
| Tinted Windows | Light | Light | Light |
| Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Mirrors | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger | Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger |
| Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mirrors, Auto Dimming | Driver And Passenger | Driver | Driver And Passenger |
| Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st And 2nd Row Exterior Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | 1st And 2nd Row Exterior Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass |
| Spoiler | Lip | Lip | Lip |
| Roof Rack | Optional | N/A | N/A |
| Front Tires | P245/40YR18.0 BSW Summer Performance | P235/40HR18.0 BSW Run-flat AS | P225/40VR18.0 BSW Run-flat AS |
| Wheels | 18" Silver Aluminum | 18" Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum | 18" Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum |
| Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel | N/A | N/A |
| Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent | Variable Intermittent |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain Sensing | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Mechanical Edit | |||
| Engine | 3.0L V-6 | 2.0L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 |
| Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Turbocharger | Intercooled Turbo | Intercooled Turbo | Intercooled Turbo |
| Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc | 4-wheel Disc |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Drive Type | Quattro All Wheel | AMG Performance 4MATIC All Wheel | XDrive All Wheel |
| Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion |
| Speed Sensitive Steering | Servotronic | Standard | Servotronic |
| Suspension Tuning | Sport | Sport | M Sport Suspension Sport |
| Ride Control | Optional | Standard | N/A |
| Adaptive Suspension | Optional | Optional | N/A |
| Front Suspension Type | Multi-link | Strut | Strut |
| Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Front Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized |
| Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | Coil |
| Electronic Stability System | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Sequential Shift Control | Standard | Standard | STEPTRONIC |
| Transmission | 8-spd Auto W/OD | 7-spd Auto-shift Man W/OD | 8-spd W/OD |
| Axle Ratio | 2.85 | 3.46 | 3.08 |
| Locking/limited Slip Differential | Optional | N/A | Standard |
| Remote Vehicle Starting System | N/A | Standard | Optional |
| Specifications Edit | |||
| Exterior Length | 187.5 " | 184.8 " | 178.5 " |
| Exterior Body Width | 72.7 " | 72.2 " | 70.9 " |
| Exterior Height | 56.2 " | 55.3 " | 55.9 " |
| Engine | 3.0L V-6 | 2.0L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 |
| Horsepower | 349 @ 6,300 Rpm | 302 @ 5,800 Rpm | 301 @ 5,000 Rpm |
| Torque | 369 @ 3,200 Rpm | 295 @ 3,000 Rpm | 332 @ 1,750 Rpm |
| SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | Standard | N/A | N/A |
| Fuel Economy - City | 20 Mpg | 22 Mpg | 23 Mpg |
| Fuel Economy - Highway | 28 Mpg | 29 Mpg | 32 Mpg |
| 0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 5.5 Seconds | 7.3 Seconds | 4.6 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Time | 13.9 Seconds | 17.4 Seconds | 13.3 Seconds |
| 1/4 Mile Speed | 99 Mph | 65 Mph | 102 Mph |
| Lateral Acceleration (g) | .9 | .9 | .9 |
| Slalom Speed | 60 Mph | 61 Mph | 62 Mph |
| Bore-and-Stroke | 3.33/3.50 " | 3.27/3.62 " | 3.23/3.72 " |
| Curb Weight | 3,847 Lbs. | 3,505 Lbs. | 3,605 Lbs. |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 5,082 Lbs. | N/A | 4,630 Lbs. |
| Payload | 1,058 Lbs. | N/A | 963 Lbs. |
| Wheelbase | 111.0 " | 107.4 " | 105.1 " |
| Front Track | 61.9 " | 63.4 " | 61.5 " |
| Rear Track | 61.2 " | 63.3 " | 61.4 " |
| Turning Radius | 19.0 '' | N/A | 18.7 '' |
| Ground Clearance | N/A | N/A | 6.0 " |
| Drag Coefficient | .29 | N/A | .30 |
| Front Legroom | 41.3 " | 41.8 " | 41.4 " |
| Rear Legroom | 35.7 " | 33.9 " | 34.4 " |
| Front Headroom | 37.3 " | 38.5 " | 38.2 " |
| Rear Headroom | 37.4 " | 35.7 " | 35.6 " |
| Front Shoulder Room | 55.9 " | 55.1 " | 55.5 " |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 54.5 " | 54.0 " | 53.1 " |
| Luggage Volume | 12.0 Cu.ft. | 11.6 Cu.ft. | 12.0 Cu.ft. |
| Luggage Volume (max) | 12.0 Cu.ft. | 11.6 Cu.ft. | 12.0 Cu.ft. |
| Fuel Tank | 15.3 Gal. | 13.5 Gal. | 13.2 Gal. |
| Cost To Own Edit | |||
| Cost Rating | N/A | N/A | Average |
| Cost Per Mile | N/A | N/A | $1.34 |
| Depreciation | N/A | N/A | $28,673 |
| Fees and Taxes | N/A | N/A | $4,364 |
| Fuel Cost | N/A | N/A | $8,391 |
| Insurance | N/A | N/A | $10,766 |
| Maintenance | N/A | N/A | $3,184 |
| Repairs | N/A | N/A | $2,582 |
| Opportunity Costs | N/A | N/A | $848 |
| Total Cost | N/A | N/A | $66,873 |
| NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings | |||
| Overall Rollover Rating | 5 | N/A | N/A |
| IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
| Overall Rear | N/A | N/A | good |
| Chest | N/A | N/A | good |
| Restraints and Dummy Kinematics | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Torso | N/A | N/A | acceptable |
| Overall Evaluation | N/A | N/A | good |
| Structure/safety cage | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Torso | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | N/A | N/A | good |
| Hip/Thigh | N/A | N/A | good |
| Structure and Safety Cage | N/A | N/A | good |
| Lower Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | good |
| Overall Side | N/A | N/A | good |
| Roof Strength | N/A | N/A | good |
| Restraints | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Pelvis/Leg | N/A | N/A | good |
| Right Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | good |
| Ease of Use | N/A | N/A | good |
| Head/Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Dynamic Rating | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head Protection | N/A | N/A | good |
| Rear Passenger Head and Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Head and Neck | N/A | N/A | good |
| Overall Front | N/A | N/A | good |
| Front Crash Prevention | N/A | N/A | superior |
| Left Leg/Foot | N/A | N/A | good |
| Driver Head Protection | N/A | N/A | good |
| Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | N/A | N/A | good |
