Audi A4 Avant

19982000 · 2 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
20
Best
20

The Audi A4 Avant has been tested by the EPA across 2 different configurations spanning model years 1998 through 2000. Over this period, the A4 Avant has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 19 MPG to 20 MPG, with an overall average of 20 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2000
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,650162419MPG
1998
2.8L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$3,450162720MPG

Historical Efficiency

2000
19
1998
20

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (A4 Avant) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Audi A4 Avant. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Audi Audi A4 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
30
Total Deaths
21

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
16.7%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
30.0%
DUI Involved
23.3%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

61%
Front
22%
Side
17%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2022
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2019
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2018
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2017
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.88
2016
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2015
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2014
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.83

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2000
3
1998
6
Critical
Moderate
Advisory