Audi RS 4 vs. Audi S4
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Audi RS 4 and Audi S4 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Audi RS 4 and the Audi S4.
In comparing the Audi RS 4's and the Audi S4's specifications and ratings, the Audi RS 4 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Audi S4 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Audi RS 4 and Audi S4 have the same interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Audi RS 4's and the Audi S4's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Audi RS 4’s base engine makes 420 horsepower, and the Audi S4 base engine makes 340 horsepower. The RS 4 is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, while the S4 is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon. Both have a highway range of 315 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Audi RS 4 and Audi S4 are comparable in regards to interior volume, front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
81900
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
56775
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
34512
Price Range:
21400 - 43750
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
4
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
94964
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
3
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
92942
# Good or Great Deals:
2
Audi RS 4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Audi S4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi RS 4
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Audi S4
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.0457092633800842
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.0821604475211686
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Audi RS 4 Rankings
Not yet available
Audi S4 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi RS 4 Trim Levels
quattro
Audi S4 Trim Levels
quattro, Avant quattro
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
420 hp @ 7800 rpm
Torque:
317 foot-lbs @ 5500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.103 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
340 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
302 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.081 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 19 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
199 / 315 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 19 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
216 / 315 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
45.1 inches
Cargo Space:
11.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
45.1 inches
Cargo Space:
10.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4068 lbs
Width:
76.1 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
179.3 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4211 lbs
Width:
75.2 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
180 inches
Wheelbase:
104.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
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Exterior Colors
Black
Phantom Black Pearl Effect
Blue
Mugello Blue Pearl Effect / Sprint Blue Pearl Effect
Gray
Avus Silver Pearl Effect / Daytona Grey Pearl Effect
Red
Misano Red Pearl Effect
Yellow
Imola Yellow
Silver
Not available
White
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black / Phantom Black Pearl Effect
Blue
Moro Blue Pearl Effect / Sprint Blue Pearl Effect
Gray
Dolphin Gray Metallic
Red
Brilliant Red
Yellow
Not available
Silver
Light Silver Metallic
White
Ibis White
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Silver
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black/Silver
Gray
Not available
Red
Crimson Red/Black
Silver
Silver/Black
