Model year guide

2005 Audi S4

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Audi S4 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 33 on record.

2005 Audi S4 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2005 Audi S4 at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints43
Combined16 mpg
Typical price$7,391

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2005 Audi S4 recalls 2

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #18V427000 · 22/06/2018

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2005-2008 Audi A4 Sedan, A4 Avant, S4 Avant and S4 Sedan, 2007-2008 RS4 Sedan, 2004 RS4 Cabriolet, 2007-2009 A4 Cabriolet and S4 Cabriolet, 2005-2011 A6 Sedan, 2006-2011 A6 Avant, and 2007-2011 S6 Sedan vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original eq…

Fix: Audi has notified owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag with an alternate remedy part, free of charge. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69R7. Note: This recall supersedes r…

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module NHTSA Campaign #17V032000 · 11/01/2017

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet, S4 Cabriolet, A6 Avant, A6 Sedan and S6 Sedan vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Vi…

Fix: Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 30, 2018. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Note: This recall has been superseded by recall number 18V427.

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.

2005 Audi S4 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 43 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
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.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2005 Audi S4 MPG & running costs

Combined16 mpg
City14 mpg
Highway21 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,750

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

What's a 2005 Audi S4 worth?

Low
$4,100
Typical price
$7,391
High
$9,900

From 32 comparable 2005 Audi S4 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2005 Audi S4 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$23,750
Fuel only$23,750
Per mile$0.32

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2005 Audi S4 trims & engines on record

Trims
quattro · Avant quattro
Engines
4.2L 8-cyl 344 hp

2005 Audi S4 vehicles on record

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Other Audi S4 model years

2019 2018 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2008 2007 2006 2004 2001 2000

2005 Audi S4 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2005 Audi S4 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2005 Audi S4. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Audi S4?

Based on 43 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are exterior lighting, air bags, electrical system.

What gas mileage does the 2005 Audi S4 get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2005 Audi S4 at about 16 mpg combined (14 city / 21 highway).

How much is a 2005 Audi S4 worth?

Comparable 2005 Audi S4 listings run roughly $4,100–$9,900, typically around $7,391 (from 32 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.