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2017 Audi

A4 quattro

Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo

Audi A4: best and worst years
2017 Audi A4 quattro

Closest available photo (2019 model year); you're viewing the 2017.

2019 photoVauxfordCC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Compact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Manual 6-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

HP
252
Power to weight
0.069 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.56
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
NoEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
33 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
24 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
27 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,850EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
329 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
6/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
6/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
186 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
71 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
55 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
111 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
3,627 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Pass. Vol
92 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Cargo Vol
13 ft³EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Optional
Recalls
1
Owner complaints
81
Reported injuries
2

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • AIR BAGS22%
  • ENGINE17%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER13%
  • SEATS9%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM8%
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM4%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 118 total.

Audi A4: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

1,079 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 28, 2026POWER TRAINTSB_2074806_5

    This bulletin provides information when there are noises after selecting a ear while idling and the vehicle is stationary, or while driving.

  • May 27, 2026POWER TRAINTSB_2059057_14

    This bulletin provides informatin when there is binding or vibrations in tight turns with quattro Ultra.

  • May 26, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERAOS-26-25

    This is a notice for software changes with the ODIS diagnostic program to correct the communication during vehicle programming function: A software fix is needed to correct the issue: The ODIS Audi Brand update 2.41.1 is setting a ODS5003E error code when you perform the 90TV SVM flash.

  • May 22, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2080517_4

    This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective.

  • May 6, 2026POWER TRAINTSB_2074808_4

    The high-voltage batteries in electric vehicles are subject to various ageing effects which could lead to the energy content (energy density) being reduced. This reduction in the energy content, which is due to factors. Revised header. Added Model years

  • Apr 30, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_2080517_3

    This bulletin provides informaiotn when the starter battery is discharged or defective.

  • Apr 30, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERTSB_2022032_12

    This bulletin provides diagnostic information for the vehicle locking system.

  • Apr 22, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERTSB_2070568_6

    This bulletin provides information about professional noise analysis with the VAS 611 015 PICO-NVH tool

  • and 1,071 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
4 yr
Maintenance
3 yr / 30k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.