Acura TSX vs Audi A4
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2020 Audi A4
Overview
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Audi A4Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Premium |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2014 | 2020 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Audi A4Premium |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,635 (best) | $37,400 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $15,423 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $18,627 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $20,801 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 5 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Audi A4Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 35 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | 15.3 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Audi A4Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp (best) | 188 hp |
| Torque | 170 lb-ft | 236 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.4 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Audi A4Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft (best) | 12 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,479 lbs | 3,417 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.5 in | 111 in (best) |
| Length | 185.6 in | 187.5 in (best) |
| Width | 72.4 in | 72.7 in (best) |
| Height | 56.7 in (best) | 56.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Audi A4Premium |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 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 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | 3 |
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 TSX | Audi A4 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $30,635 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premium $37,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $31,985 MSRP | Premium Plus $41,000 MSRP |
| 3 | Special Edition $31,635 MSRP | Prestige $46,950 MSRP |
| 4 | Special Edition $31,635 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Technology Package $33,735 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Technology Package $35,635 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Technology Package $39,275 MSRP | — |
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Acura TSX vs Audi A4 FAQ
- Which is better: 2014 Acura TSX or 2020 Audi A4?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2014 Acura TSX vs 2020 Audi A4 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2014 Acura TSX or 2020 Audi A4?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2014 Acura TSX starts lower at $30,635. Live Audi A4 listings start at $15,423.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2014 Acura TSX or 2020 Audi A4?
- The 2014 Acura TSX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,635).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2014 Acura TSX or 2020 Audi A4?
- The 2020 Audi A4 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (30).
- Which has better horsepower: 2014 Acura TSX or 2020 Audi A4?
- The 2014 Acura TSX leads on horsepower in this comparison (280).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2014 Acura TSX vs 2020 Audi A4?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi A4 (5/5 NHTSA overall).