Audi A3 Quattro vs Audi A4
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2020 Audi A4
Overview
| Spec | Audi A3 QuattroPremium | Audi A4Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | Premium |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2020 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi A3 QuattroPremium | Audi A4Premium |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40,100 | $37,400 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi A3 QuattroPremium | Audi A4Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 24 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG | 35 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal | 15.3 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi A3 QuattroPremium | Audi A4Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp (best) | 188 hp |
| Torque | 236 lb-ft | 236 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi A3 QuattroPremium | Audi A4Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 8.3 cu ft | 12 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 860 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,417 lbs | 3,417 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 103.7 in | 111 in (best) |
| Length | 177.3 in | 187.5 in (best) |
| Width | 71.5 in | 72.7 in (best) |
| Height | 56.2 in | 56.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi A3 QuattroPremium | 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 ★ (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 | Audi A3 Quattro | Audi A4 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $40,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premium $37,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $43,000 MSRP | Premium Plus $41,000 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Prestige $46,950 MSRP |