Used Audi A4 for Sale nearMaple Valley, WA

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 $16,941, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $16,753 over the past year. 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 pick if you want a compact luxury sedan with a polished driving feel and upscale tech. 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. Across the model years, recurring praise centers on its handling, comfortable interiors, and advanced sound systems, along with the car’s sporty character and premium feel.

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

The main trade-offs that show up in expert reviews are the underwhelming base engine, the cramped back seat, and the way some older versions bring older technology into the cabin.

35.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Audi A4 models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Audi A4 as a well-rounded luxury sedan with strong performance, comfortable interiors, and appealing technology. Expert feedback also points to a polished driving experience and a premium cabin that holds up well across the model years.

• 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 and checking service history carefully, since premium features can bring higher repair exposure over time.

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

Across all model years, at 66.8% 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: 10.1-inch touchscreen MMI with 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 turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, standard Quattro Ultra AWD, and the core luxury features that make the A4 feel upscale.
• A4 45 TFSI: The stronger turbo-four with 261 hp and a lowered sport suspension; this is the best-value trim if you want the A4’s more rewarding performance without stepping up to the top Prestige model.
• Prestige: The most fully equipped version, adding the full suite of driver-assistance tech, the 12.3-inch Audi Virtual Cockpit, ambient interior lighting, ventilated front seats, and the most upscale presentation.

What Audi A4 do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right color, trim, and price. They also often become popular used picks because they sit in a sweet spot between newer features and more accessible pricing.

What is the Audi A4's resale value?

The table shows broad downward movement across the model years, which is good news if you’re shopping used and want prices that have already softened. The largest drops are concentrated in the newer years, while the smallest changes appear in a few older and newer entries that have held closer to their prior pricing. The overall pattern points to a market where used buyers can find meaningful value, especially in recent model years.

The 2023, 2016, 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 −14.17% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −1.74%.
• Deal availability: The 2023 model has 39.5% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $15,530. The Audi A4 offers a polished cabin, balanced handling, and a premium-feeling driving experience that still makes it easy to live with.

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

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 13, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.