Pros: Nimble handling and crisp, communicative steering feel; impressive cabin materials; peppy acceleration with decent fuel economy
Cons: The 2016 Audi A4 has a tight back-seat space, some testers find Audi’s MMI control system to be overly complicated; prices escalate quickly with options
2016 A4
CG Says: The 2016 A4 is little changed. Keyless access/starting is now optional on Premium models. The A4 is a smooth, comfortable car for everyday commuting and an athletic corner carver during joyrides on twisty roads. The S4 is the high-performance version of the A4. S4 packs a 333-horsepower supercharged V6 mated to either a 7-speed automated manual transmission or 6-speed manual. S4’s suspension and brakes are upgraded to take advantage of the extra power. Though back-seat passengers may be a little crowded in both A4 and S4, overall this German sedan is a great compromise between sport sedan and practical, sensible transportation.
| Class | Premium Compact Car |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door sedan |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Audi |
| Nation of Manufacture | Germany |
| Base Prices | 2WD 2.0T Premium: $35,900 AWD 2.0T Premium: $37,000 AWD S4 Premium Plus: $49,200 |
| Base Engine turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower 220 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed manual |
| Avail. Transmission 8-speed automatic, CVT |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 21-24 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 30-32 |
| Optional Engine supercharged 3.0-liter V6 |
| Horsepower 333 |
| Std. Transmission 6-speed manual |
| Avail. Transmission 7-speed automatic |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 17-18 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 26-28 |
