2018 Audi S4

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Key Specs

of the 2018 Audi S4. Base trim shown.

  • Body Type:
    Sedan See similar vehicles
  • Combined MPG:
    24 Combined MPG
  • Engine:
    354-hp, 3.0-liter V-6 (premium)
  • Drivetrain:
    All-wheel Drive
  • Transmission:
    8-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
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Our Take

From the Cars.com Vehicle Test Team

The Good

  • Lots of front-seat space
  • Adult-friendly backseat
  • Visibility

The Bad

  • Small glove compartment, center console
  • Knob-based operation of Apple CarPlay, Android Auto

Notable Features of the 2018 Audi S4

  • Performance version of A4 sedan
  • 354-hp V-6 engine
  • All-wheel drive standard
  • Eight-speed automatic transmission
  • Collision avoidance system standard

2018 Audi S4 Overview

By Cars.com Editors
Vehicle Overview

What it is: A redesigned S4 performance sedan arrived as an early 2018 model with a 354-horsepower, 3.0-liter V-6 engine that's turbocharged instead of supercharged like the engine in its predecessor. An eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive are standard.

What’s Special

  • 18-inch wheels with standard summer tires
  • Full-LED headlights
  • Four selectable driving modes
  • Adaptive suspension available
  • Variable-ratio steering available

Here's Info on the Regular A4:

What it is: German luxury brand Audi introduced a redesigned A4 sedan last year. The styling changes were more subtle than dramatic, and the new model retained the same basic shape as its predecessor. Front- and all-wheel drive versions are available along with a manual transmission in place of the dual-clutch gearbox.  Competitors include the BMW 3 Series, Cadillac ATS, Lexus IS and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. A performance-oriented S4 variant returns for the 2018 model year. 

New for 2018

Heated front seats and S Line exterior accents are now standard. Premium Plus trims gain Audi Side Assist and Pre Sense rear safety features while the Prestige version adds lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, automatic high-beam headlights and traffic-sign-recognition capability.

A new Black Optic Plus Package includes 18-inch gloss-black wheels and all-season tires; red brake calipers; and side sills, a rear lip spoiler and side-mirror ...

Vehicle Overview

What it is: A redesigned S4 performance sedan arrived as an early 2018 model with a 354-horsepower, 3.0-liter V-6 engine that's turbocharged instead of supercharged like the engine in its predecessor. An eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive are standard.

What’s Special

  • 18-inch wheels with standard summer tires
  • Full-LED headlights
  • Four selectable driving modes
  • Adaptive suspension available
  • Variable-ratio steering available

Here's Info on the Regular A4:

What it is: German luxury brand Audi introduced a redesigned A4 sedan last year. The styling changes were more subtle than dramatic, and the new model retained the same basic shape as its predecessor. Front- and all-wheel drive versions are available along with a manual transmission in place of the dual-clutch gearbox.  Competitors include the BMW 3 Series, Cadillac ATS, Lexus IS and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. A performance-oriented S4 variant returns for the 2018 model year. 

New for 2018

Heated front seats and S Line exterior accents are now standard. Premium Plus trims gain Audi Side Assist and Pre Sense rear safety features while the Prestige version adds lane-keeping assist, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, automatic high-beam headlights and traffic-sign-recognition capability.

A new Black Optic Plus Package includes 18-inch gloss-black wheels and all-season tires; red brake calipers; and side sills, a rear lip spoiler and side-mirror housings in gloss black. Inside, the package includes a three-spoke flat-bottom steering wheel, piano-black trim and red stitching. 


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Consumer Reviews

5.0
9 reviews
Exterior Styling
(4.9)
Performance
(5.0)
Interior Design
(4.9)
Comfort
(4.7)
Reliability
(4.9)
Value For The Money
(4.9)

What Drivers Are Saying

(5.0)

Fun Car to Drive

by Ykpk4402 from Florida on August 1, 2018

My all black Audi S4 with red leather seats is a BLAST to drive, handles incredibly, brakes admirably and has ALL OF THE SAFETY FEATURES TO KEEP ME UPRIGHT. I just love this car! Read full review

(5.0)

Drives like a sports car but looks like a sedan.

by Megan F from Gaithersburg, MD on July 31, 2018

This car drives like a sports car. 0-60mph in 4.1 sec but I can still use it as a family car. The trunk has lots of space and the internal WiFi is my kids favorite accessory! Read full review

Safety & Recalls

Recalls

The 2018 Audi S4 currently has 0 recalls

Crash and Rollover Test Ratings

The 2018 Audi S4 has not been tested.

Manufacturer Warranty

  • Bumper-to-Bumper

    48 months / 50,000 miles

  • Powertrain

    48 months / 50,000 miles

  • Roadside Assistance

    48 months / unlimited distance

CPO Program & Warranty

Certified Pre-Owned by Audi

Program Benefits

Comprehensive 300+ point dealer inspection, 24/7 roadside assistance including towing and trip interruption reimbursement, 1 Year/Unlimited Miles Audi Certified pre-owned Limited Warranty coverage, transferability of the Audi Certified pre-owned Limited Warranty to a subsequent private owner, and CARFAX® Vehicle History Report.

  • Limited Warranty

    1 Year / Unlimited Miles

    1 Year/ Unlimited Miles Audi Certified pre-owned Limited Warranty features 1 Year / Unlimited Miles of warranty coverage after the expiration of the new vehicle limited warranty or from the date of sale if the new vehicle limited warranty has expired and coverage honored at over 300 Audi dealerships service centers throughout the U.S., total confidence is yours as you take the road less traveled.

  • Eligibility

    Under 5 years / 60,000 miles

    Vehicles receive a 300+ point inspection.

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Certified child passenger safety technicians conduct hands-on tests of a car’s Latch system and check the vehicle’s ability to accommodate different types of car seats. The S4 received the following grades on a scale of A-F.*
* This score may not apply to all trims, especially for vehicles with multiple body styles that affect the space and design of the seating.

Warranty FAQs

What is a Bumper-to-Bumper warranty?

Often called a basic warranty or new-vehicle warranty, a bumper-to-bumper policy covers components like air conditioning, audio systems, vehicle sensors, fuel systems and major electrical components. Most policies exclude regular maintenance like fluid top offs and oil changes, but a few brands have separate free-maintenance provisions, and those that do offer them is slowly rising. Bumper-to-bumper warranties typically expire faster than powertrain warranties.

What is a Powertrain warranty?

Don't be misled a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty doesn't promise a decade of free repairs for your car. It typically covers just the engine and transmission, along with any other moving parts that lead to the wheels, like the driveshaft and constant velocity joints. Some automakers also bundle seat belts and airbags into their powertrain warranties. With a few exceptions, powertrain warranties don't cover regular maintenance like engine tuneups and tire rotations.

What is included in Roadside Assistance?

Some automakers include roadside assistance with their bumper-to-bumper or powertrain warranties, while others have separate policies. These programs cover anything from flat-tire changes and locksmith services to jump-starts and towing. Few reimburse incidental costs like motel rooms (if you have to wait for repairs).

What other services could be included in a warranty?

Some automakers include free scheduled maintenance for items such as oil changes, air filters and tire rotations. Some include consumables including brake pads and windshield wipers; others do not. They are typically for the first couple of years of ownership of a new car.

What does CPO mean?

A certified pre-owned or CPO car has been inspected to meet minimum quality standards and typically includes some type of warranty. While dealers and third parties certify cars, the gold standard is an automaker-certified vehicle that provides a factory-backed warranty, often extending the original coverage. Vehicles must be in excellent condition and have low miles and wear to be certified, which is why off-lease vehicles feed many CPO programs.

See also the latest CPO incentives by automaker