2021 Audi A4 S line quattroFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Hybrid Compact CarsAll-Wheel Drive
2021 Audi A4 S line quattro

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City
24
MPG
Highway
31
MPG
Combined
27
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic (AM-S7)
Premium Hybrid
City
24
Hwy
31
Comb
27
Fuel cost: $3,050/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,050

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

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-3,250

vs. average new vehicle

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

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
331 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
11.0 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$2,494/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,309/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,160/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,298/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,512/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,506/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,106/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,566/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,413/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,471/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 27 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 S line quattro. Top reported issues include advanced safety (adas), electrical system and speed control. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

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

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