Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 Reliability Comparisons
You won't find Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots. So you can tell how much the Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 truly differs from competing car models in reliability.
These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 was a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 has been recently.
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Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 Reliability through December 31, 2012
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
General NotesHow do we select "competing car models"? Users of TrueDelta's car price comparison tool most often compare these cars to the Audi A4 / S4 / RS4.Models and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.
Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 Competitors' Reliability through December 31, 2012
An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.
What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Audi A4 / S4 / RS4
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| Reliability and Durability of the Audi A4 / S4 / RS4: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
65,000 miles and not a single problem other than routine oil changes and tires. My BMW 335i is always in the shop and is a maintenance nightmare. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Like that I can drive an Audi for 6+ years/100k+ miles and still feel safe. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 255-horsepower 3.1L V6 6-speed manual AWD |
So far, perfect |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
This car is bullet-proof. End of story. The B7 A4 is the evolution of B6/B7 platform and most of the kinks are ironed out in the final years. No worries here. |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
so far so good, but I have only had the car less than a month, too soon to tell |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
120k miles + and counting, no major issues |
| Reliability and Durability of the Audi A4 / S4 / RS4: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very expensive to fix and not with the same history of reliability as Benz. |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
My second A4 is better than the last, but I am glad I leased instead of buying. Reliability is just not world class. |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not reliable, lots of dealer visits, |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD |
Do not buy one of these used unless the timing chain pre-tensioners have been replaced. There are a lot of complaints of these breaking at 100,000 miles. Mine went at 99,100 miles and the dealer quoted me $10,000 to fix. I had to sell this car at a loss. What a waste! |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
In the shop 10 times during last seven months. Towed 4 times because not drivable |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed manual AWD |
The two cars I looked at were low mileage 2005s, CPO, and both had full service history, of which there was a lot. Both cars noted cooling issues and problems with the steering system repaired under warranty. Also numerous electrical problems. |
| 2004 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Reputation for mechanical problems and expensive repairs |
| 2003 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 170hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual AWD |
The car is not reliable - sensors, electrics, etc. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.7L V6 6-speed manual AWD |
The high tech nature of these cars requires somewhat more attention to maintenance. |
| 2002 | 4dr Sedan 220-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD |
Had to have many repairs before all the bugs worked out - now seems reliable (knock on wood) |
