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Audi A4 Sedan
2024 Audi A4 Sedan
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$43,400
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.1
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BMW 3 Series Sedan
2024 BMW 3 Series Sedan
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$44,500
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 24 MPG
Hwy: 32 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 34 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.3 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.6 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
12 ft³
Trunk Volume
17 ft³

Photos

Audi A4 Sedan
2020-2024 Audi A4 Sedan Rear Angle View
2020-2024 Audi A4 Sedan Interior Rundown
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BMW 3 Series Sedan
2023-2024 BMW 3 Series Sedan Rear Angle View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
261 hp @ 5000 rpm
255 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque
273 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm
295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Transmission
7-Speed Automatic
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,704 lbs
3,582 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
27 MPG
29 MPG
City
24 MPG
25 MPG
Highway
32 MPG
34 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.6 Tons/yr
6.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.3 gallons
15.6 gallons
Cruising Range City
367.2 miles
390 miles
Cruising Range Highway
489.6 miles
530.4 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
187.5 in
185.7 in
Height
56.2 in
56.8 in
Max Width
72.7 in
71.9 in
Front Width
61.9 in
62.3 in
Rear Width
61.2 in
62.9 in
Wheelbase
111 in
112.2 in
Ground Clearance
5.2 in
N/A

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.3 in
42 in
Front Seat Headroom
37.3 in
38.7 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.9 in
56 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.7 in
35.2 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.4 in
37.6 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
54.5 in
54.6 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
12 ft³
17 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
38.1 ft
37.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 8"
18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 8"
18" x 7.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Multi-Link
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P245/40HR18
P225/45HR18
Rear Tire
P245/40HR18
P225/45HR18
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

Arkona White
  • Alpine White
  • Jet Black

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Chronos Gray Metallic
  • Daytona Gray Pearl Effect
  • District Green Metallic
  • Glacier White Metallic
  • Mythos Black Metallic
  • Navarra Blue Metallic
  • Progressive Red Metallic
  • Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Brooklyn Grey Metallic
  • Melbourne Red Metallic
  • Mineral White Metallic
  • Phytonic Blue Metallic
  • Portimao Blue Metallic
  • Skyscraper Grey Metallic
  • Individual Dravit Grey Metallic, Priority 1
  • Tanzanite Blue II Metallic, Priority 1

Standard Interior Materials

  • Atlas Beige, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black, Leather/Dinamica Seating Surfaces
  • Okapi Brown, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Rock Gray, Leather Seating Surfaces
  • Black, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
  • Canberra Beige, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
  • Cognac, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery
  • Tacora Red, Perforated Sensatec Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

N/A
  • Black w/Blue Stitching, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Mocha, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Oyster, Vernasca Leather Upholstery
  • Tacora Red, Vernasca Leather Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Not Available
Optional
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Optional
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Optional
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Standard
Not Available
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Not Available
Optional
Navigation System
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Optional
Automatic Parking
Not Available
Optional
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Optional
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Not Available
Optional
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Optional
Heated Steering Wheel
Standard
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Optional
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Optional
Seat Memory
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Rear A/C
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Not Available
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Optional
Rear Parking Aid
Not Available
Optional
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Optional
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Optional
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Optional
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Optional
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
12 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
Maintenance
N/A
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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