Used Audi A4 for Sale nearBaltimore, MD

How much does the Audi A4 cost in today's market?

Used Audi A4 prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Audi A4's current nationwide average price is $16,433, and its lowest point over the past year was $16,355. Recently, prices have come down for the 2022, 2023, and 2024 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Audi A4 a good car?

Yes — the Audi A4 is a strong used luxury sedan choice, anchored by an all-generations owner rating of 4.5/5. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the A4 for its blend of performance, luxury, and technology, along with its handling, comfortable interiors, and premium sound systems. Across the model years, the car also earns repeat praise for its stylish design, smooth ride, and refined driving feel.

Expert reviews rate the 2022 and 2017 models among the highest across all years.

The main tradeoffs that show up in recent expert reviews are the underwhelming base engine and the cramped back seat, so the best versions are the ones that pair the A4’s upscale cabin and tech with the stronger powertrain.

34.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi A4 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently describe the Audi A4 as a refined, enjoyable sedan with strong technology, comfortable interiors, and a premium driving feel. Across the model years, buyers also repeatedly praise its handling and upscale character.

• Owners rate the Audi A4 between 4 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is most worth watching on higher-mileage examples with premium features, since repair costs can rise as the car ages.

What should I look for when buying a used Audi A4?

Across all model years, at 64.3% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Audi Pre Sense with front and rear collision preparation, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, adaptive cruise control with Traffic Jam Assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, safe exit warning, surround-view camera system, and Park Assist
• Infotainment: MIB3 version of Audi Multi-Media Interface (MMI) with a 10.1-inch touchscreen display and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 29 mpg in combined driving; 27 mpg in combined driving; 24.8 mpg

Which Audi A4 trim should I buy?

The 2022 Audi A4 offers these trims:

• A4 40 TFSI: The value-focused choice with the underpowered turbo-four, standard AWD, and the core luxury features that make the A4 appealing.
• A4 45 TFSI: The stronger turbo-four adds more punch and is the best-value trim for shoppers who want the A4’s balance of performance and refinement without stepping up to the S4.
• Prestige: The top trim adds the full suite of driver-assistance tech, the 12.3-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit, and the most upscale presentation.

What Audi A4 do most buyers choose?

The Audi A4 years with the most listings are 2018, 2017, and 2016.

Those high-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more listings to compare, which can improve your odds of finding the right color, mileage, and equipment mix. They also often sit in a sweet spot where the A4’s core luxury and tech features are still present, but prices have moved down from newer examples.

What is the Audi A4's resale value?

Most Audi A4 model years are down year over year, and several recent years show double-digit declines. That pattern is good news for used buyers because it opens up more value in newer examples, especially among the 2020 through 2024 model years. A few years have fallen more slowly, which suggests some versions are holding value better than others.

The 2016, 2023, and 2014 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Audi A4 safe?

• 2022: 9/10
• 2017: 8/10

Audi Pre Sense with front and rear collision preparation, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, adaptive cruise control with Traffic Jam Assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, safe exit warning, surround-view camera system, and Park Assist is standard on the 2022 Prestige model.

For the safest used buy, the 2022 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Audi A4 now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −9.74% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −4.43%.
• Deal availability: The 2023 model has 36.8% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $15,274. The Audi A4 offers a polished cabin, balanced handling, and a premium feel that make it easy to live with every day.

If you're buying used today, the 2018 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.