Acura TLX vs Audi A4 Quattro
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Audi A4 Quattro
Overview
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Audi A4 QuattroPremium S line |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | TLX Sedan | Premium S line |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Audi A4 QuattroPremium S line |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $45,400 | $44,100 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Audi A4 QuattroPremium S line |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 32 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal (best) | 15.3 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Audi A4 QuattroPremium S line |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 272 hp (best) | 261 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft (best) | 273 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Audi A4 QuattroPremium S line |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.5 cu ft (best) | 12 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 1,014 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,756 lbs | 3,682 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 113 in (best) | 111 in |
| Length | 194.6 in (best) | 187.5 in |
| Width | 75.2 in (best) | 72.7 in |
| Height | 56.4 in (best) | 56.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura TLXTLX Sedan | Audi A4 QuattroPremium S line |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura TLX | Audi A4 Quattro |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TLX Sedan $45,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premium S line $44,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | TLX Sedan $50,400 MSRP | Premium Plus S line $48,600 MSRP |
| 3 | Type S $58,050 MSRP | Prestige S line $51,300 MSRP |