DecodedCars2016 Audi S4
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan 3.0 Tfsi Quattro/Premium
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 18 city / 28 hwy
- Length
- 185 in
- Curb weight
- 3,858 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 21 MPG combined, 21% below the 2016 compact car average of 26.6 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 30 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2016 Audi S4 is a compact car offered with a 3.0L 6-cyl engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 185 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 111-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,858 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 28 highway), 21% worse than the 2016 compact car average of 26.6 MPG, for an estimated $3,900 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2016
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2015 S4 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 S4 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan 3.0 Tfsi Quattro/Premium | 185 in | 72 in | 56.3 in | 110.6 in | 61 / 60.6 in | 3,858 lb | 55/45 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S4 | 3.0L 6-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 28 / 21 | -21% | $3,900 | 413 |
| S4 | 3.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | -25% | $4,100 | 439 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Audi S4 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 9.9% |
Similar 2016 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Audi S4 (this car) | 21 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2016 BMW 3 Series | 35 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2016 BMW 5 Series | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2016 Lexus IS | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Audi A4 | 27 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2016 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Audi S4.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2016 Audi S4 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2016 Audi S4 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2016 Audi S4 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Audi S4. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other S4 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 S4 | 24 | 187.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 S4 | 24 | 187.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 S4 | 24 | 187.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 S4 | 24 | 187.8 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 S4 | 23 | 187.8 in | Not rated | 4 | 2 |
| 2020 S4 | 23 | 187.8 in | Not rated | 3 | 17 |
| 2019 S4 | 24 | 186.2 in | Not rated | 1 | 2 |
| 2018 S4 | 24 | 186.2 in | Not rated | 2 | 7 |
| 2015 S4 | 21 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 S4 | 21 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 17 |
| 2013 S4 | 21 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 15 |
| 2012 S4 | 21 | 185 in | Not rated | 1 | 21 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Audi. How we calculate this →