Vehicle Overview
The five-seat A4 received prominent styling updates for 2013, with the majority of changes done to the front end. The A4 is offered only as a sedan; the former Avant wagon was replaced last year by the Allroad wagon, which is based on the A4 and covered separately in the Cars.com Research section. Audi also offers a performance version of the sedan dubbed S4, also covered separately.
The A4, available with front- or all-wheel drive, competes with the BMW 3 Series, Cadillac ATS and Mercedes-Benz C-Class and is available in Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige price levels.
New for 2014
Horsepower on the standard turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine increases to 220 from 211. In a shuffling of standard and optional features, the Convenience Package (Bluetooth, Homelink garage door opener, Audi music interface and driver information system) is now standard on the base Premium model. A new S Line Style Package for the Premium includes xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights, LED running lights and taillights, automatic headlight leveling and other exterior enhancements.
Exterior Highlights
- Glass sunroof
 - Standard 17-inch alloy wheels; 18- and 19-inch wheels available
 - LED daytime running lights
 - Available swiveling headlights
 - Available xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights
 
Interior Highlights
- Automatic air conditioning
 - Leather upholstery
 - Available upgraded stereo
 - Available keyless entry and start
 - Bluetooth and iPod connectivity
 - Available Audi Connect communication systems
 - Available navigation system
 
Under the Hood
- 220-hp, turbo four-cylinder engine
 - Uses premium gas
 - Continuously variable automatic transmission with front-wheel drive
 - Six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic on Quattro all-wheel-drive models
 - 40/60 torque split, front to rear, for the all-wheel-drive system
 
Safety Features
- Four-wheel-disc antilock brakes with brake assist
 - Front-seat side-impact airbags
 - Front and rear side curtain airbags
 - Electronic stability system with traction control
 - Available Side Assist blind spot warning systemÂ
 - Available backup camera
 
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