2010 Audi A4 problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2010 Audi A4 get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2010 Audi A4 at about 26 mpg combined (23 city / 30 highway).

Q: How much is a 2010 Audi A4 worth?

Comparable 2010 Audi A4 listings run roughly $9,100–$17,900, typically around $13,591 (from 113 vehicles).

2010 Audi A4 at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints64

Combined26 mpg

Typical price$13,591

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2010 Audi A4 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2010 Audi A4.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2010 Audi A4 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 64 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

Forward Collision Avoidance

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

2010 Audi A4 MPG & running costs

Combined26 mpg

City23 mpg

Highway30 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,900

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2010 Audi A4 worth?

Low

$9,100

Typical price

$13,591

High

$17,900

From 113 comparable 2010 Audi A4 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Audi A4 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,500

Depreciation (5 yrs)$8,950

Total$23,450

Per mile$0.31

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($13,591) with the same model 5 model-years older ($4,629), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2010 Audi A4 trims & engines on record

Trims

2.0T Premium quattro · 2.0T Premium · 2.0T Avant Premium quattro · quattro Premium · quattro Premium Plus · awd 2.0t pres · awd 2.0t · Premium · Premium Plus · quattro Prestige

Engines

2.0L 4-cyl 211 hp