Audi A4 vs. Subaru WRX
When we compare the Audi A4's and the Subaru WRX's specifications and ratings, the Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The Subaru WRX has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi A4's and the Subaru WRX's specifications and ratings, the Subaru WRX is a better car than the Audi A4.
Audi A4 vs. Subaru WRX Pricing
For a new model, the Audi A4's price is between $44,893 and $54,403, with the Subaru WRX priced between $31,365 and $41,737.
Audi A4 vs. Subaru WRX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi A4 loses 52.5 percent of its value and the Subaru WRX loses 29.3 percent of its value. This means the Subaru WRX retains 23.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Audi A4.
Audi A4 vs. Subaru WRX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A4 is 8.8 out of 10 while the Subaru WRX's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Audi A4 being ranked 3 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Subaru WRX being ranked 11 out of 26 Best Compact Cars.
Audi A4 vs. Subaru WRX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A4 is 8.7 out of 10. For the Subaru WRX the reliability rating is 7.0 out of 10. This gives the Audi A4 an advantage in reliability compared to the Subaru WRX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi A4’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the Subaru WRX base engine makes 271 horsepower. The A4 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 536 miles. The WRX is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. This gives the Audi A4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Subaru WRX. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the Subaru WRX has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Audi A4 and the Subaru WRX have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
44893 - 54403
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.524505
Pricing
New Asking Price:
31365 - 41737
Used Asking Price:
30345 - 40231
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.292954
Audi A4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.799371 / 10
Reliability:
8.698115 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Subaru WRX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.766666 / 10
Reliability:
7.0 / 10
Retained Value:
9.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Subaru WRX Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 43Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 18Ranking
14 out of / 18Ranking
15 out of / 43Ranking
16 out of / 43Ranking
20 out of / 43Ranking
20 out of / 24Ranking
24 out of / 43Ranking
26 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi A4 Trim Levels
quattro Premium 40 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro Prestige 40 TFSI, quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, quattro S line Premium 45 TFSI, quattro S line Prestige 45 TFSI
Subaru WRX Trim Levels
Base, GT, Limited, Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp @ 4200 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
271 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.082 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
398 / 536 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
315 / 432 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
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.1 inches
Cargo Space:
12.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3638 lbs
Width:
79.6 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
187.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3297 lbs
Width:
79.3 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
183.8 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R17