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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Sedan |
| Base Price | $43,672–$53,162 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2025 Audi A4 is a sedan that earns a Carivo score of 7.7/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Performance at 8.8/10, while Technology at 6.9/10 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: 7.5/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety lands at 7.5/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Few rivals match it for performance: 8.8/10. Expect handling and power delivery that make this one of the more entertaining sedans to actually drive. Technology scores 6.9/10 — the infotainment and driver-assist features feel dated against current-generation rivals. This is worth weighing if you prioritize connected features or modern safety tech.
Priced from $43,672–$53,162, 30 MPG, seating 5, the Audi A4 sits in the mid-market bracket of the sedan segment. Its value score of 8.3/10 confirms that the price reflects the quality — you're getting a lot for your money here. At 1 year old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2025 Audi A4 will scare a sensible buyer off. Keep an eye on technology if those matter to you; otherwise 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 2025 Audi A4 ranks #428 of 1310 sedans in the Carivo database — better than 67% of the segment. Its 7.7/10 overall score is 0.2 points above the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $43,672 starting price is about 58% 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 2022 Audi A4 scores 7.5/10 — within striking distance of the 2025's 7.7 — 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 (this review) | 7.7/10 | $43,672 | |
| 2024 | 7.7/10 | $42,400 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.6/10 | $41,128 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.5/10 | $39,856 | Read review → |
| 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 → |
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