Used Audi A4 for Sale near Sonora, CA

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 $16,683, and its lowest point over the past year was $16,683. 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 that blends performance, comfort, and technology. The all-generations owner rating is 4.54/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the A4 for its sporty handling, upscale cabin feel, and strong technology features. Many also highlight the car’s comfortable interiors and premium audio systems, which help it feel polished and enjoyable in daily driving.

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 older technology can feel dated on earlier cars.

34.9% 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 driving manners, a comfortable cabin, and appealing technology. Expert reviews reinforce that impression by highlighting the model’s polished road feel, upscale materials, and broad feature set.

• 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 and older technology can raise repair costs over time.

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

Across all model years, at 66.9% 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 on the Prestige trim
• Infotainment: 10.1-inch touchscreen MMI with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Which Audi A4 trim should I buy?

The 2022 Audi A4 offers these trims:

• A4 40 TFSI: The entry powertrain with the turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, standard Quattro Ultra AWD, and the most accessible pricing; a good fit if you want the A4’s core luxury and tech at the lowest cost.
• A4 45 TFSI: Adds the stronger turbo-four and a lowered sport suspension, making it the best-value choice for shoppers who want more punch without moving up to the top trim.
• Prestige: Adds the most complete equipment set, including the full Audi Pre Sense suite, adaptive cruise control with Traffic Jam Assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, a surround-view camera system, Park Assist, Matrix-design LED headlights, a head-up display, and the most upscale cabin presentation.

What Audi A4 do most buyers choose?

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

These higher-volume years tend to attract more shoppers because they offer a wider selection of listings and a familiar mix of features, pricing, and trim choices. That usually makes it easier to compare examples and find one that fits your budget and equipment needs.

What is the Audi A4's resale value?

Most Audi A4 model years in the table are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used and want more value for your money. The biggest drops are concentrated in the newer model years, while the smallest changes appear in the older and 2023 examples. That pattern suggests you can often find meaningful savings without giving up the A4’s core appeal.

The 2023, 2016, and 2015 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 collision preparation, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, adaptive cruise control with Traffic Jam Assist, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, a surround-view camera system, and Park Assist is standard on the 2022 Prestige trim.

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 −13.1% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −2.67%.
• 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 $15,467. The Audi A4 offers a polished cabin, composed 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.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.