2011 Audi S4

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Rating8.4

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Compact Sedan
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$47,100 - $48,500
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

The interior is luxurious and spacious

The steering doesn't have a connected feel

Feature revisions in the Navigation Package and Titanium Sport Package

A powerful supercharged V6 engine puts out thrilling acceleration

Busy dash stuffed with buttons

Blind-spot assist technology is offered as a standalone option

Excellent fuel economy figures considering the engine output

Specs & Features

$47,100

price

333 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

325 lb.-ft. @ 2900 rpm

torque

TBD

transmission

3.0L 6cyl AWD 6M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2011 Audi S4 Sedan is a compact sedan offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $47,100. For that price, it mainly competes with the Lexus IS 350 Sedan, the BMW 3 Series 335i Sedan, and the Mercedes-Benz C 350 Sport Sedan. Between 2 trims, the S4 offers a single powertrain. It is a 3.0L supercharged V6 engine making 333 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque. However, there is a choice between a 6-speed manual transmission and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The S4 reaches 60 mph from zero in 4.9 seconds with the manual transmission, which gets pumped up to 4.6 seconds with the automatic. Depending on the powertrain, the S4 can manage a combined fuel economy between 21 and 22 mpg. While we're on the topic of choices, the 10 striking colors the S4 comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

You can explore the gamut of options in the S4 from trims to package upgrades. However, to help you make your decision, we would say that we’re leaning towards the Premium Plus variant as it offers a decent bang for your buck with nice luxuries while saving you decent bucks.

Trims

    Premium Plus
    $47,100 onwards
    • 18-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Rear air conditioning with controls
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    • Sirius AM/FM/Satellite
    • Sliding and tilting glass Sunroof
    Prestige
    $47,100 onwards
    • 19-Inch wheels
    • Auto-dimming & heated power side mirrors
    • Auto-Dimming side mirrors
    • Bang & olufsen 3d premium sound system
    • Blind spot alert
    • Leather-heated front seats w/ driver memory
    • Navigation system
    • Rearview camera
    Premium Plus S
    $48,500 onwards
    • Engine: 3.0L 6cyl AWD 7AM
    • Horsepower: 333 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 320 lb.-ft. @ 2900 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 4.9 sec
    • Top Speed: 155 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 21 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$47,100- $48,500

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.39

Horsepower

333 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque

325 lb.-ft. @ 2900 rpm

Capacity

5

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$55,900- $67,550

Gasoline

8.42

414 hp @ 8300 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3900 rpm

5

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$62,360

Gasoline

8.1

556 hp @ 6100 rpm

551 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm

5

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$60,660

Gasoline

8.75

416 hp @ 6600 rpm

371 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

4

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$58,200

Gasoline

7.59

451 hp @ 6800 rpm

443 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

5

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2011 Audi S4 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    2011 Audi S4

    Ranked #4

    4.9 sec13.2 sec155 mph
    3.9 sec12.1 sec-
    3.99 sec--
    4.7 sec12.8 sec170 mph
    2011 BMW M3

    Ranked #3

    4.7 sec12.9 sec155 mph

    2011 Audi S4 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      2011 Audi S4

      Ranked #1

      18 mpg27 mpg21 mpg16.9 gal.304.2/456.3 mi.
      16 mpg23 mpg18 mpg16.9 gal.270.4/388.7 mi.
      2011 BMW M3

      Ranked #3

      14 mpg20 mpg16 mpg16.6 gal.232.4/332 mi.
      14 mpg19 mpg16 mpg18 gal.252/342 mi.
      13 mpg19 mpg15 mpg17.4 gal.226.2/330.6 mi.

      2011 Audi S4 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        2011 Audi S4

        Ranked #3

        185.2 in.72 in.56.2 in.5 in.110.6 in.
        191.6 in.72.5 in.57.3 in.5 in.113.4 in.
        186.1 in.70.7 in.56.6 in.4.1 in.108.7 in.
        183.5 in.71.5 in.55.7 in.4.7 in.107.4 in.
        2011 BMW M3

        Ranked #5

        180.4 in.71.5 in.57 in.5 in.108.7 in.

        2011 Audi S4 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          2011 Audi S4

          Ranked #2

          12 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.34 cu.ft.
          2011 BMW M3

          Ranked #1

          12 cu.ft.93 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.
          13.6 cu.ft.94.1 cu.ft.13.6 cu.ft.
          13.3 cu.ft.85.7 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.
          12.4 cu.ft.88.2 cu.ft.-

          2011 Audi S4 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            2011 Audi S4

            Ranked #1

            62.9 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.34 cu.ft.
            13.3 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.
            -12.4 cu.ft.-
            15.7 cu.ft.13.6 cu.ft.13.6 cu.ft.
            2011 BMW M3

            Ranked #5

            68.5 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.

            2011 Audi S4 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              2011 Audi S4

              Ranked #1

              1058 lbs.3637 lbs.
              -3649 lbs.
              -4222 lbs.
              -3780 lbs.
              2011 BMW M3

              Ranked #1

              1014 lbs.3726 lbs.

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