2010 Audi S4 problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2010 Audi S4 get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2010 Audi S4 at about 21 mpg combined (18 city / 28 highway).

Q: How much is a 2010 Audi S4 worth?

Comparable 2010 Audi S4 listings run roughly $16,250–$31,750, typically around $25,621 (from 7 vehicles).

2010 Audi S4 at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints60

Combined21 mpg

Typical price$25,621

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2010 Audi S4 recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2010 Audi S4.

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 S4 common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 60 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

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.

Fuel/propulsion System

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

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

2010 Audi S4 MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg

City18 mpg

Highway28 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,600

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

What's a 2010 Audi S4 worth?

Low

$16,250

Typical price

$25,621

High

$31,750

From 7 comparable 2010 Audi S4 listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Audi S4 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,000

Depreciation (5 yrs)$18,250

Total$36,250

Per mile$0.48

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 ($25,621) with the same model 5 model-years older ($7,391), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.