MSRP: From $44,100
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Overview
The 2025 Audi A4 compact luxury sedan enters its final year before the redesigned A5 takes over its role. The S4 sits above it for buyers who want more performance, but that model is reviewed separately. The A4 stays focused on refined daily driving, standard quattro all-wheel drive, a smooth turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, and a cabin that still feels properly premium.
Audi keeps the A4 simple for 2025. Every sedan is now a 45 TFSI, which means a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline 4-cylinder with mild-hybrid assistance, 261 horsepower, 273 lb-ft of torque, and a 7-speed automated manual transmission. It remains one of the more understated choices in the compact luxury sedan class, but its mix of comfort, traction, technology, and tidy road manners gives it real staying power.
What’s New for 2025
The biggest change for 2025 is the removal of the lower-output 201-hp “40” powertrain from the A4 lineup. That leaves the 261-hp A4 45 as the only option. Remote engine start is now standard, while universal garage-door controls move from the touchscreen to the rearview mirror.
Premium Plus trims now get the Navigation Plus package as standard. The Convenience package adds rear USB ports, Audi Connect Nav trial coverage extends from six months to three years, Audi Connect Plus adds an app store, and Audi Themes gains an audio element and a 3D navigation display image. A new S Line Plus package is also available for A4 45 models.
Exterior
The 2025 A4 keeps the quiet, clean look that has long separated it from louder compact luxury sedans. For 2025, A4 45 models get standard black exterior trim and 18-inch five-arm trapezoid design wheels, which give the sedan a sharper appearance without making it look overdone.
The optional S Line Plus package adds more visual punch with extra black trim, dark exhaust tips, 19-inch wheels, red brake calipers, and sportier exterior details. The shape itself feels familiar, but the A4 still looks polished, proportionate, and expensive in the calm Audi way.
Interior
The A4 cabin remains one of its strongest points. The layout feels clean, the materials feel upscale, and the controls have the kind of precise action that helps the car feel more expensive than its size suggests. Passenger space is useful for a compact luxury sedan, and the trunk offers 12.0 cubic feet of cargo room.
A 10.1-inch touchscreen handles infotainment duties, and the Premium Plus trim adds important comfort and tech features that make it feel like the sweet spot. The A4’s interior may no longer feel new, but it still feels well-finished, easy to use, and built for daily comfort.
Price Range and Best Value Trim
| Trim | MSRP |
| Premium S Line | $44,100 |
| Premium Plus S Line | $48,600 |
| Prestige S Line | $51,300 |
The 2025 Audi A4’s price range spans three main trims, but the Premium Plus 45 is the best value because it keeps the same 261-hp powertrain and quattro all-wheel drive as the Prestige while adding the equipment most buyers will actually appreciate every day. Its standard Navigation Plus package, stronger feature set, and mid-range pricing make it feel more complete than the Premium without pushing too close to the top trim’s price.
2025 Audi A4 Key Specs
Powertrain Options
| Engine | Power | Torque | Transmission | Drivetrain |
| 2.0L Turbo I4 | 261 hp | 273 lb-ft | 7-speed DCT | Quattro AWD |
Fuel Economy (MPG)
| City | Highway | Combined | |
| Standard | 26 | 36 | 29 |
| S Line | 23 | 32 | 26 |
Dimensions
| Measurement | Value |
| Length | 187.5 in |
| Width | 72.7 in |
| Height | 56.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 111.0 in |
| Headroom Front / Rear | 37.3 / 37.4 in |
| Legroom Front / Rear | 41.3 / 35.7 in |
| Cargo Capacity | 12.0 cu-ft |
Warranty
| Coverage | Duration |
| Limited Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
| Powertrain Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
| Complimentary Maintenance | Not included |
Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Standard Quattro all-wheel drive
- Strong 261-hp engine across the lineup
- Premium Plus trim offers a smart feature-to-price balance
- Refined cabin with clean controls and quality materials
- Comfortable ride with secure handling
Cons:
- Final model year before replacement
- Styling feels familiar beside newer rivals
- Trunk space is only 12.0 cubic feet
- No manual transmission option
Verdict
The 2025 Audi A4 closes out its run as a polished, easy-to-recommend compact luxury sedan. It does not chase drama, but it delivers where it matters with standard all-wheel drive, a strong turbocharged engine, a composed ride, and a cabin that still feels properly premium.
The Premium Plus 45 is the version to get. It gives buyers the full 261-hp powertrain, useful tech upgrades, and a richer equipment list without stretching into Prestige pricing. The A4’s age shows in places, but its fundamentals remain strong enough to make its final year feel more like a confident sendoff than a slow fade.
Competitors
- BMW 3 Series
- Mercedes-Benz C-Class
- Genesis G70
- Lexus IS
- Acura TLX
About the author
Cobus F. Potgieter
Reviews and Features Editor