Audi S4 Avant

20012008 · 14 configurations

Lowest
15
Average
17
Best
18

The Audi S4 Avant has been tested by the EPA across 14 different configurations spanning model years 2001 through 2008. Over this period, the S4 Avant has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 15 MPG to 18 MPG, with an overall average of 17 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.

Historical Efficiency

2008
16
2007
16
2006
16
2005
16
2004
18
2002
18
2001
18

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (S4 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 S4 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 S4 (1992-1994; 2000-2011 only. See model 055 for 2012 on)/S6 (1992-1994; 2000-2011 only. See model 056 for 2013 on.) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
28
Total Deaths
17

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
17.9%
Fire Occurrence
7.1%
Speeding Involved
42.9%
DUI Involved
42.9%
Primary Impact Zone

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

88%
Front
12%
Side
0%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2020
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2019
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2018
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2017
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2016
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2015
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2014
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.50

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2005
2
2004
1
2001
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory