For those uninterested in the ubiquitous SUV, the 2023 Audi A4 luxury sedan and S4 performance sedan offer a tempting alternative. While the A4 doesn’t provide the kind of cargo-hauling ability of an Audi Q5, it does provide a driving experience few SUVs can match.
In addition to its smooth ride, stable cornering, and series of turbocharged engines, the A4 lineup also provides a broad spectrum of trims and features, allowing buyers more latitude to get what they want without experiencing sticker shock.
While the A4 is starting to show its age, it still holds up well when pitted against rivals such as the BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Lexus ES, Alfa Romeo Giulia, Cadillac CT4, and Genesis G70.
2023 Audi A4 40 Premium (starting at $39,900)
The first in a long line of A4 varieties, the A4 40 Premium offers modest luxury and performance at a price not far from a loaded Nissan Maxima or Honda Accord.
Powering the 40 trims is a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine good for 201 horsepower and connected to a 7-speed automatic. Audi’s quattro all-wheel drive comes standard.
Although not as extensive as some competitors, the A4’s standard safety and driver-assist systems are still quite effective, with optional upgrades that fill in the gaps. The Premium trim includes forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, low-speed automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, a rear backup camera, and automatic high-beam headlights.
Audi Pre-Sense City preps the vehicle for an impending collision, closing the windows and sunroof and tightening the seatbelts.
The Premium grade includes remote keyless entry and push-button start, heated power side mirrors, 17-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights with DRL (daytime running lights), and LED taillights with dynamic turn signals. Rain-sensing wipers are standard and activate when sensing rain, mist, or snow hitting the car’s windshield.
The Premium’s cabin touts 8-way heated power front seats with 4-way power lumbar support. The driver sits in front of a 3-spoke tilt/telescoping steering wheel fitted with paddle shifters and controls for the audio, Bluetooth, and information screen.
Beyond the steering wheel is a 7-inch driver information screen sandwiched between an analog speedometer and a tachometer. Audi’s Drive Select allows the driver to tailor engine, transmission, and steering response with Comfort, Auto, Dynamic, and Individual modes.
Amenities include tri-zone automatic climate control with rear-seat controls and air vents, a power sunroof, leather upholstery, cruise control, an integrated toll module, and the HomeLink garage door opener.
On the entertainment front, the Premium gets a 180-watt 10-speaker Audi sound system connected to a 10.1-inch MMI touchscreen hosting wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Audi Connect Care services are also available for a fee, including remote unlocking, stolen vehicle locator, and emergency assistance. Owners can access the services via the MyAudi mobile app.
Optional for the Premium is the Convenience package. It adds adaptive cruise control, an alarm system with motion sensor, Audi Advanced Key keyless entry and hands-free trunk release, driver’s seat memory, auto-dimming side mirrors with memory, and a blind-spot monitor. Also included are a heated steering wheel, front and rear parking sensors, and SiriusXM 360L satellite radio.
Standalone features for the Premium include rear side-impact airbags and 18-inch alloy wheels.
With the $1,095 destination charge, the 2023 Audi A4 40 Premium costs $40,995. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $737. See 2023 Audi A4 40 Premium models for sale
2023 Audi A4 40 Premium includes:
- Heated front seats – These range from warm to hot, allowing driver and passenger to find the ideal comfort zone.
- Tri-zone climate control – This allows the driver, front passenger, and rear-seat passengers to control their climate zones.
- Automatic high-beam headlights – These automatically dim when sensing approaching traffic. They reactivate once other vehicles have passed.
- Quattro all-wheel-drive – With standard quattro all-wheel drive, the A4 is assured maximum traction in all weather conditions.
2023 Audi A4 45 Premium (starting at $42,000)
The A4 45 gets a more powerful version of the 2.0-liter turbo, upping output to 261 horsepower.
Additional features above the A4 40’s standard equipment include 18-inch alloy wheels, S-line exterior styling treatment, and a sport suspension that lowers the car by 23mm.
With the $1,095 destination charge, the 2023 Audi A4 45 Premium costs $43,095. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $774. See 2023 Audi A4 45 Premium models for sale
2023 Audi S4 Premium (starting at $52,400)
The S4 Premium brings more sizzle to the A4 sedan, starting with its 349-horsepower turbocharged V6 engine.
Building off the A4 45 Premium, the S4 adds 19-inch wheels, S badging, and diamond-stitched leather and Dinamica (faux suede) S sport seats with power side bolsters and massage function.
Additional upgrades for the S4 include LED interior ambient lighting for the footwells, door handles, entry, and vanity mirrors. Exterior upgrades include Alu-optic side mirror caps, a honeycomb grille with aluminum inserts, quad exhaust tips, and a rear trunk-lid spoiler.
The S4 gains recalibrated speed-sensitive electric power steering and S-specific brakes and suspension.
With the $1,095 destination charge, the 2023 Audi S4 Premium costs $53,495. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to approximately $961. See 2023 Audi S4 Premium models for sale
2023 Audi A4 40 Premium Plus (starting at $45,000)
The Premium Plus builds off the Premium, adding the contents of the Convenience package and an expanded optional equipment roster.
Moving to the Premium Plus brings a Bang & Olufsen 3D sound system, lane-keeping assist, 18-inch alloy wheels, and a top-view 360-degree camera.
Audi’s Virtual Cockpit Plus comes standard, with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster featuring three visual modes: Classic, Sport, and Dynamic. The cluster can show navigation routing using the available MMI navigation or Google Maps.
Audi Phone Box includes a wireless charging pad and a signal booster. This setup allows a second phone to pair with the vehicle’s system via Bluetooth.
Rounding out the Premium Plus’ additional equipment are a leatherette-covered console and door armrests, power-folding exterior mirrors, and two USB charging ports in the rear seat.
Traffic Jam Assist works with adaptive cruise control, slowing the vehicle to a crawl in congested traffic and then resuming speed once the jam resolves.
Optional for the Premium Plus is MMI navigation, Audi Connect Plus services, ventilated front sport seats, rear side-impact airbags, and the Black Optic package that adds additional black exterior trim and badges.
With the $1,095 destination charge, the 2023 Audi A4 40 Premium Plus costs $46,095. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $828. See 2023 Audi A4 40 Premium Plus models for sale
2023 Audi A4 40 Premium Plus includes:
- Bang & Olufsen 3D audio – This impressive 3D surround sound system uses a 16-channel 755-watt amp driving 19 strategically placed speakers for brilliant sound reproduction at any volume.
- Top-view camera – Projects a bird’s-eye 360-degree view around the vehicle, helping the driver avoid objects out of sight.
- Virtual Cockpit Plus – Audi’s multi-talented digital instrument cluster offers various ways to display vehicle information. It can also display audio and navigation information.
- Available ventilated sport seats – These help keep occupants cool on hot summer days by circulating cool air through the seat.
2023 Audi A4 45 Premium Plus (starting at $46,600)
The A4 45 Premium Plus includes the same equipment upgrades as the A4 40 Premium Plus but with a slightly more diverse optional equipment list.
The 45 Premium Plus’ Black Optic package adds 18-inch 5-spoke titanium finish wheels, black Audi rings, black exterior side sills, black mirror caps and exhaust tips, a black rear spoiler, and red brake calipers.
The S line interior package adds brushed aluminum inlays, stainless steel pedal caps, and leather/Dinamica seats.
Ventilated front seats, 19-inch wheels, and rear side-impact airbags are also available.
With the $1,095 destination charge, the 2023 Audi A4 45 Premium Plus costs $47,695. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to $857. See 2023 Audi A4 45 Premium Plus models for sale
2023 Audi S4 Premium Plus (starting at $56,400)
Building off the S4 Premium, the S4 Premium Plus gains all the same upgrades as the A4 Premium Plus.
The S4 Premium Plus offers more options, including the Warm Weather package with ventilated leather front seats and manual rear window sunshades.
The S Sport package adds an adaptive sport suspension, rear Sport differential, and red brake calipers.
Additional upgrades include a Crescendo Red stitched interior, Audi Dynamic Steering, and Nappa leather upholstery.
With the $1,095 destination charge, the 2023 Audi S4 Premium Plus costs $57,495. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $1,033. See 2023 Audi S4 Premium Plus models for sale
2023 Audi A4 40 Prestige (starting at $50,200)
The Audi A4 40 Prestige represents the pinnacle of Audi luxury, performance, safety, and technology. It includes all of the Premium Plus’ standard equipment plus the contents of the MMI navigation and Warm Weather packages.
Additional content includes animation for the headlights and taillights (they put on a little light show every time you start the car), a head-up display, heated rear seats, and Matrix design LED headlights with washers.
The cabin enjoys upgraded LED color ambient lighting and dual-pane front window glass, while the driver enjoys Audi Park Assist self-parallel and perpendicular parking aid.
With the $1,095 destination charge, the 2023 Audi A4 40 Prestige costs $51,295. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to approximately $922. See 2023 Audi A4 40 Prestige models for sale
2023 Audi A4 40 Prestige includes:
- Head-up display – Projects vital information onto the windshield’s lower edge, making it easier for the drivers to see without taking their eyes off the road.
- MMI Navigation – Drivers can program Audi’s built-in GPS navigation via the touchscreen or voice prompts, making it easy to find where you’re going.
- Matrix design headlights – This adaptive lighting system breaks a single beam into many, with adjustments that cast light deeper into the dark, illuminate corners, and even keep the beam centered between the lane markers.
- Park Assist – Using ultrasonic sensors, this system can locate a parallel parking spot, then do all the steering while the driver works the brakes and shift lever.
2023 Audi A4 45 Prestige (starting at 50,900)
The A4 45 Prestige includes all the same upgrades as the 40 Prestige, minus the Warm Weather package. Oddly, ventilated seats are an extra cost option when ordering the A4 45.
With the $1,095 destination charge, the 2023 Audi A4 44 Prestige costs $51,995. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $934. See 2023 Audi A4 45 Prestige models for sale
2023 Audi S4 Prestige (starting at $60,700)
The S4 Prestige gets the same upgrades as the A4 45 Prestige, with optional equipment from the S4 Premium Plus, including the Warm Weather package, Black Optic package, S Sport package, and standalone options such as Dynamic Steering, Nappa leather, and 19-inch tires.
With the $1,095 destination charge, the 2023 Audi S4 Prestige costs $61,795. On a 60-month loan at 3% financing and zero down, the monthly payment comes to about $1,110. See 2023 Audi S4 Prestige models for sale
