Used Audi A4 for Sale nearHattiesburg, MS

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 $17,280, and its year-round low is $16,791.90. That puts the model in a broad price band that stretches from newer, higher-priced examples to older, more affordable ones. Recently, prices have come down for the 2022 and 2024 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Audi A4 a good car?

Yes — the Audi A4 earns strong marks from owners across its long run, and the all-generations user rating backs that up. The all-generations owner rating is 4.54/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the A4 for its blend of performance, luxury, and technology. Handling, comfortable interiors, and advanced sound systems come up again and again, giving the car a polished, premium feel that many shoppers want in a used compact luxury sedan.

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

The main trade-offs that show up in recent expert reviews are the underwhelming base engine, the cramped back seat, and the way some high-tech features can raise ownership costs over time. Even so, the A4 remains a compelling used buy if you want a refined sedan with a strong mix of driving enjoyment and upscale features.

28.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi A4 models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently describe the Audi A4 as a polished, enjoyable sedan with strong comfort, handling, and technology. Across the model years in the data, that combination shows up as a recurring strength, especially for shoppers who want a premium-feeling used car.

• Owners rate the Audi A4 between 4.0 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by choosing a well-maintained example with a clean history and a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

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

Across all model years, at 67.1% 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-2021 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, a safe exit warning system, a surround-view camera system, Park Assist, and Matrix-design LED headlights with automatic high-beam operation.
• Infotainment: a 10.1-inch touchscreen display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio, Audi Connect connected services, wireless smartphone charging, navigation, and a 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen premium audio system.
• Fuel efficiency: 29 mpg in combined driving, 27 mpg in combined driving, and 24.8 mpg.

Which Audi A4 trim should I buy?

The 2022 Audi A4 offers these trims:

• 40 TFSI: the lower-priced choice with the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, standard AWD, and the most appealing entry point for value-focused shoppers.
• 45 TFSI: the stronger turbo-four with 261 hp and 273 lb-ft, plus a lowered sport suspension; this is the best-value trim if you want the most satisfying balance of performance and price.
• Prestige 45 TFSI: the top-spec version with the full suite of equipment, including the most advanced safety and tech content in the tested model.

What Audi A4 do most buyers choose?

The Audi A4 years with the most listings are 2018, 2017, and 2023.

Higher-volume years usually draw more shoppers because they give you more listings to compare, more price spread to work with, and a better chance of finding the right trim and mileage combination.

What is the Audi A4's resale value?

Most model years in the table are moving lower year over year, which creates more room for used buyers to find value. One year is rising, but the broader pattern still favors shoppers looking for a softer entry price on recent used examples. The 2023, 2016, and 2019 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, a safe exit warning system, a surround-view camera system, Park Assist, and Matrix-design LED headlights 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 or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −17.52% versus a year ago, and the 2022 model is at −12.97%.
• Deal availability: The 2022 model has 33.8% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $15,990. The Audi A4 offers a polished cabin, strong handling, and a premium driving feel that make it easy to live with every day.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Choose the Audi A4 40 TFSI, and you’ll get a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine generating an underwhelming 201 horsepower and 236 pound-feet of torque. It uses a seven-speed S-tronic dual-clutch automatic transmission (DCT) to power the standard Quattro Ultra all-wheel-drive (AWD) system, and earns an EPA fuel economy rating of 29 mpg in combined driving.
• Tech: Features include wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio (with a complimentary 90-day subscription), Audi Connect connected services (free for six months), a navigation system, wireless smartphone charging, and a 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen premium audio system.
• Safety: Under the Audi Pre Sense umbrella, the A4 Prestige includes front and rear collision preparation, a forward-collision warning system, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, adaptive cruise control with Traffic Jam Assist low-speed driving assistance, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, a safe exit warning system, a surround-view camera system, Park Assist parking-assistance technology, and Matrix-design LED headlights with automatic high-beam operation.
• Starting price: Prices start at under $40,000.

If you're buying used today, the 2018 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2026 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.