2013 Audi A4 problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2013 Audi A4 get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2013 Audi A4 at about 26 mpg combined (24 city / 31 highway).

Q: How much is a 2013 Audi A4 worth?

Comparable 2013 Audi A4 listings run roughly $14,500–$25,750, typically around $21,756 (from 270 vehicles).

2013 Audi A4 at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints110

Overall safety5 / 5 ★

Combined26 mpg

Typical price$21,756

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2013 Audi A4 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2013 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.

2013 Audi A4 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 110 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.

Suspension

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

Steering

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

Engine And Engine Cooling

Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

Forward Collision Avoidance

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

2013 Audi A4 safety ratings

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2013 Audi A4 4 DR FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2013 Audi A4 MPG & running costs

Combined26 mpg

City24 mpg

Highway31 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,900

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

What's a 2013 Audi A4 worth?

Low

$14,500

Typical price

$21,756

High

$25,750

From 270 comparable 2013 Audi A4 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Audi A4 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,500

Depreciation (5 yrs)$12,850

Total$27,350

Per mile$0.36

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 ($21,756) with the same model 5 model-years older ($8,892), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2013 Audi A4 trims & engines on record

Trims

2.0T Premium quattro · 2.0T Premium · 2.0T Premium Plus quattro · 2.0T Premium Plus · quattro Premium Plus · quattro Premium · Premium · Premium Plus · 2.0T Prestige quattro · quattro Prestige

Engines

2.0L 4-cyl 211 hp