2021 Acura TLX vs. 2021 Audi S4
When we compare the 2021 Acura TLX's and the 2021 Audi S4's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Acura TLX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2021 Audi S4 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Acura TLX's and the 2021 Audi S4's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Acura TLX is a better car than the 2021 Audi S4.
2021 Acura TLX vs. 2021 Audi S4 Pricing
A used 2021 Acura TLX ranges from $28,990 to $43,998 while a used 2021 Audi S4 is priced between $40,634 to $51,960.
2021 Acura TLX vs. 2021 Audi S4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Acura TLX loses 51.1 percent of its value and the 2021 Audi S4 loses 48.4 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Audi S4 retains 2.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Acura TLX.
2021 Acura TLX vs. 2021 Audi S4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura TLX is 8.4 out of 10 while the Audi S4's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Acura TLX being ranked 10 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Audi S4 being ranked 11 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars.
2021 Acura TLX vs. 2021 Audi S4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura TLX is 7.2 out of 10. For the Audi S4 the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Audi S4 an advantage in reliability compared to the Acura TLX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Acura TLX’s base engine makes 272 horsepower, and the 2021 Audi S4 base engine makes 349 horsepower. The TLX is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 491 miles. The S4 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 428 miles. This gives the 2021 Acura TLX the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Audi S4. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2021 Acura TLX, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2021 Audi S4, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2021 Acura TLX has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$28,990 - $43,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
51.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$40,634 - $51,960
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.4%
Acura TLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi S4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Acura TLX Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Audi S4 Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 36Ranking
7 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
11 out of / 30Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 30Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
16 out of / 36Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
22 out of / 26Ranking
26 out of / 32Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Acura TLX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD, SH-AWD Type S, SH-AWD Type S w/Perf. Wheel+Tire, SH-AWD w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD w/Tech, w/A-SPEC, w/Advance, w/Tech
2021 Audi S4 Trim Levels
3.0T quattro Premium, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
272 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
349 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1370 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
349 / 491 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 428 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
92.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3709 lbs
Width:
75.2 inches
Height:
56.4 inches
Length:
194.6 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3847 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
187.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R18
