DecodedCars2019 Audi A4
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan, 4dr Sedan Quattro, Allroad
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 188–248 hp
- Transmission
- automatic
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 30 combined · 27 city / 34 hwy
- Length
- 186.2–187 in
- Curb weight
- 3,450–3,825 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
- Modest powerUp to 248 hp, versus about 311 hp for similar 2019 models.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 27 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2019 Audi A4 is a compact car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 186 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 111-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,450 lb (4dr Sedan).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 30 MPG combined (27 city / 34 highway), 12% better than the 2019 compact car average of 26.8 MPG, for an estimated $2,750 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2019
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2018 A4 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2018; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2018 A4 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Built in: Neckarsulm, Germany · Ingolstadt, Germany
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2019 A4 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan | 186.2 in | 71.3 in | 55.1 in | 111 in | 61.8 / 61 in | 3,450 lb | 56/44 |
| 4dr Sedan Quattro | 186.2 in | 71.3 in | 55.1 in | 111 in | 61.8 / 61 in | 3,627 lb | 56/44 |
| Allroad | 187 in | 72.4 in | 58.7 in | 111 in | 62.2 / 61.8 in | 3,825 lb |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A4 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 / 34 / 30 | +12% | $2,750 | 292 |
| A4 quattro | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 / 34 / 27 | +1% | $3,050 | 328 |
| A4 allroad quattro | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 29 / 25 | -17% | $3,300 | 356 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Audi Allroad SW AWD | Not rated | Not rated | –★ / –★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | Not rated | – |
Similar 2019 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Audi A4 (this car) | 30 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2019 BMW 3 Series | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2019 BMW 5 Series | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Lexus IS | 24 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2019 Tesla Model 3 | 310 mi | ★★★★★ | 22 |
| 2019 Audi A6 | 27 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
| 2019 Tesla Model S | 370 mi | Not rated | 10 |
Recalls (1)
Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger · Nov 10, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V874000 · 208,332 vehicles
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2017-2020 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, 2018-2019 RS5 Coupe, 2019 RS5 Sportback, 2018-2020 A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, and Audi S5 Sportback vehicles. The cable connecting the seat heater to the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) may have a contact fault, causing the software to misdiagnose a malfunction and disable the passenger air bag.
- Risk
- A disabled passenger air bag increases the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the connecting cable and either the heating mat or entire seat cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 7, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 74E3. This recall is an expansion of Recall 19V-547 (74D9). Vehicles previously repaired under 19V-547 will need to return for the new remedy.
Not every 2019 Audi A4 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2019 Audi A4 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 4 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Engine — 3 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Service Brakes — 2 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 50,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 Audi A4. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other A4 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 A4 | 29 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 A4 | 30 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 0 | 6 |
| 2023 A4 | 28 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 11 |
| 2022 A4 | 29 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 3 | 7 |
| 2021 A4 | 28 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 4 | 13 |
| 2020 A4 | 30 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 3 | 158 |
| 2018 A4 | 31 | 186.2 in | Not rated | 4 | 54 |
| 2017 A4 | 31 | 186.2 in | Not rated | 6 | 87 |
| 2016 A4 | 27 | 185 in | Not rated | 3 | 26 |
| 2015 A4 | 26 | 185.8 in | Not rated | 4 | 43 |
| 2014 A4 | 26 | 185.8 in | Not rated | 4 | 70 |
| 2013 A4 | 26 | 185 in | Not rated | 4 | 90 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →