The A4 excels when it comes to safety, earning the maximum five stars overall in the NHTSA's crash ratings. The IIHS has subjected the Audi A4 to review for safety, too, and it achieved the best possible overall score of Good in each crashworthiness test, as well as a Top Safety Pick+ award for the 2022 model year.
NHTSA safety ratings are not available at this time.
As standard, the base A4 is equipped with lane departure warning, rain-sensing wipers, a rearview camera, high-beam assist, forward collision alert with low-speed autonomous emergency braking, and six airbags. Two additional rear side thorax airbags are optional, but if you want front and rear parking sensors or Audi side assist with rear pre-sense, you need to order these as part of the Convenience Package that adds other features as well.
The Premium Plus mid-range model comes with these features as standard, as well as active lane assist, a top-view 360-degree camera system, and rear cross-traffic alert. The Prestige model adds a head-up display, park assist, and traffic-sign recognition.
Audi A4 Sedan Trims | Premium 40 TFSI quattro | Premium Plus 40 TFSI quattro | Prestige 40 TFSI quattro | S line Premium 45 TFSI quattro | S line Premium Plus 45 TFSI quattro | S line Prestige 45 TFSI quattro |
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Back-Up Camera | S | N/A | N/A | S | N/A | N/A |
Cross-Traffic Alert | O | S | S | O | S | S |
Rear Parking Aid | O | S | S | O | S | S |
Blind Spot Monitor | O | S | S | O | S | S |
Lane Departure Warning | S | N/A | N/A | S | N/A | N/A |
Lane Keeping Assist | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
ABS | S | S | S | S | S | S |
Night Vision | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Tire Pressure Monitor | S | S | S | S | S | S |
Brake Assist | S | S | S | S | S | S |
Stability Control | S | S | S | S | S | S |
Traction Control | S | S | S | S | S | S |
Thus far, the 2023 Audi A4 seems to be an exemplary car in terms of reliability, having been subject to no recalls at the time of writing. 2022 models were subject to three recalls for issues relating to rearview camera display and engine control units that may short-circuit.
In the event of any issues, the A4 comes with limited and powertrain warranties that provide coverage for the first four years or 50,000 miles of ownership.