2021 Audi A4 quattroFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Hybrid Compact CarsAll-Wheel Drive
City
25
MPG
Highway
34
MPG
Combined
28
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic (AM-S7)
Premium Hybrid
City
25
Hwy
34
Comb
28
Fuel cost: $2,900/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,900

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-2,500

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 6/10
GHG Score: 6/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
311 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
10.6 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2L 4-cyl
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
Sedan
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
SIDI; Mild Hybrid
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Premium Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,405/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,191/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,083/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,216/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,423/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,416/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$2,995/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,474/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,327/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,383/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 28 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems11 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 11 owner complaints for the 2021 Audi A4 quattro. Top reported issues include advanced safety (adas), electrical system and suspension. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Advanced Safety (ADAS)
4
Electrical System
3
Suspension
2
Speed Control
2
Power Train
2
Air Bags
1
Wheels & Tires
1
Engine
1

2021 Audi A4 quattro problems by category: Advanced Safety (ADAS): 4 complaints, Electrical System: 3 complaints, Suspension: 2 complaints, Speed Control: 2 complaints, Power Train: 2 complaints, Air Bags: 1 complaints, Wheels & Tires: 1 complaints, Engine: 1 complaints.

5
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
2
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Power TrainFiled: 08/16/2025ODI#11681029
I am writing to report a persistent issue with my 2021 Audi A4, VIN [XXX] . I have been experiencing a noticeable vibration, humming, and shuddering sensation that occurs specifically when turning at…
Electrical SystemFiled: 08/01/2025ODI#11677729
I have a 2021 audi a4 that is also being affected by the instrument cluster failure/recall. My model , a4 was not included but I am experiencing the same failure and this was reported to the dealershi…
Electrical SystemFiled: 06/18/2025ODI#11667730
The main instrument cluster is not stable- it tries to start up then crashes. As a result, speedometer, rpm’s, gas tank gauge, etc are not available while driving. The screen displays blank with a red…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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