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| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
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| Body Style | Sedan |
| Base Price | $39,856–$52,182 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2022 Audi A4 is a sedan that earns a Carivo score of 7.5/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 8.3/10, while Performance at 7.2/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 7.8/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety lands at 8.3/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
With 7.2/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. On technology it rates 8.0/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $39,856–$52,182, 27 MPG, seating 5, the Audi A4 sits in the mid-market bracket of the sedan segment. At 7.7/10 for value, it delivers fair pricing for what's on offer, though the best alternatives in this price range score slightly higher. At 4 years old, it's worth checking whether a newer generation or refresh has addressed any weaker dimensions — compare it to the current model year before buying.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2022 Audi A4 will scare a sensible buyer off. It scores consistently across the board, and it does what a good sedan should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2022 Audi A4 ranks #585 of 1310 sedans in the Carivo database — better than 55% of the segment. Its 7.5/10 overall score is exactly at the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $39,856 starting price is about 44% above the segment's median of $27,664.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Sedan ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2019 Audi A4 scores 7.4/10 — within striking distance of the 2022's 7.5 — and starts roughly $4,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
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| 2025 | 7.7/10 | $43,672 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.7/10 | $42,400 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.6/10 | $41,128 | Read review → |
| 2022 (this review) | 7.5/10 | $39,856 | |
| 2021 | 7.5/10 | $38,584 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.5/10 | $37,312 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.4/10 | $36,040 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.3/10 | $34,768 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.2/10 | $33,496 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.3/10 | $32,224 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.1/10 | $30,952 | Read review → |
| 2014 | 6.8/10 | $26,600 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Back over prevention / sensing system / camera 20/10/2021 · 21V825000 | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8 and S8, 2022 Audi A5 Sportback, A4 Sedan, E-Tron GT, Q3, Q5, RS6 Avant, A3 Sedan, S5 Sportback, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RSQ8, SQ7, SQ8, and S3 Sedan vehicles. A software error may… |
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| Engine and engine cooling / Engine / Engine control module (ecu/ecm) 23/05/2022 · 22V368000 | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2022 Audi A6 Sedan, A4 Sedan, Q5, and Q5 Sportback vehicles. The semiconductor inside the engine control unit may short-circuit and cause an engine stall. |
| Equipment / Electrical / Infotainment / Video (touch)screen/monitor/unit 26/10/2022 · 22V806000 | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021-2022 AUDI A8, A6 Allroad, E-TRON Quattro, 2022 S3, RSQ8, RS7, RS6 Avant, Q8, Q7, Q3, E-TRON Sportback Quattro, S5 Cabriolet, E-TRON GT, S5 Sportback, A7, A6, A5 Sportback, A5 Cabriolet, A4,… |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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