2011 Audi A4 problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2011 Audi A4 get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2011 Audi A4 at about 25 mpg combined (22 city / 30 highway).

Q: How much is a 2011 Audi A4 worth?

Comparable 2011 Audi A4 listings run roughly $10,999–$20,750, typically around $16,354 (from 151 vehicles).

2011 Audi A4 at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints32

Combined25 mpg

Typical price$16,354

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2011 Audi A4 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2011 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.

2011 Audi A4 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 32 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.

Steering

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

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Electrical System

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

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Suspension

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

2011 Audi A4 MPG & running costs

Combined25 mpg

City22 mpg

Highway30 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,050

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

What's a 2011 Audi A4 worth?

Low

$10,999

Typical price

$16,354

High

$20,750

From 151 comparable 2011 Audi A4 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2011 Audi A4 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,250

Depreciation (5 yrs)$10,650

Total$25,900

Per mile$0.35

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 ($16,354) with the same model 5 model-years older ($5,709), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2011 Audi A4 trims & engines on record

Trims

2.0T Premium quattro · 2.0T Premium · 2.0T Avant Premium quattro · quattro Premium Plus · quattro Premium · Premium · Premium Plus · premium 2.0t qtro

Engines

2.0L 4-cyl 211 hp