DecodedCars2022 Audi S4
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 349 hp
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 24 combined · 21 city / 30 hwy
- Length
- 187.8 in
- Curb weight
- 3,854 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 24 MPG combined, 15% below the 2022 compact car average of 28.2 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 39 similar 2022 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2022 Audi S4 is a compact car offered with a 3.0L 6-cyl turbo engine and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 188 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 111-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,854 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 24 MPG combined (21 city / 30 highway), 15% worse than the 2022 compact car average of 28.2 MPG, for an estimated $3,400 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 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2022
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2021 S4 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2021; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2021 S4 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Ingolstadt, Germany
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2022 S4 configuration; 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 | 187.8 in | 72.8 in | 55.1 in | 111 in | 61.8 / 61 in | 3,854 lb | 56/44 |
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 turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 21 / 30 / 24 | -15% | $3,400 | 363 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2022 Audi S4.
Similar 2022 compact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Audi S4 (this car) | 24 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2022 BMW 3 Series | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2022 BMW 5 Series | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2022 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT | 21 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2022 Lexus IS | 25 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2022 Audi A4 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (1)
Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment › Video (Touch)Screen/Monitor/Unit · Oct 26, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V806000 · 6,076 vehicles
- Problem
- Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4, A4 Allroad, A3, S8, SQ7, SQ8, S6, and S4 vehicles. The infotainment main unit may become damaged internally when the vehicle is shut off, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera display the next time the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the infotainment main unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 91Ei.
Not every 2022 Audi S4 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2022 Audi S4 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 1 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2022 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 |
| 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 |
| 2016 S4 | 21 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| 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 →