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2002-2009 Audi A4 MPG & Fuel Cost
8 model years · 18–25 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 6 of 10 small car configurations, MY2009. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2002-2009 Audi A4 at a glance
The 2002-2009 Audi A4 covers 8 model years in the EPA database (109 configurations in all), rated 18–25 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2009, costs about $3,210 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Cabriolet 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD (25 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009. The best combined rating in the generation, 25 MPG, was reached in 2009.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2002-2009 Audi A4 by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Gas | 20–25 MPG | $3,210–$4,020 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas | 19–24 MPG | $3,350–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 19–24 MPG | $3,350–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2006 | Gas | 18–24 MPG | $3,350–$4,460 | Ratings changed |
| 2005 | Gas | 19–24 MPG | $3,350–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2004 | Gas | 19–23 MPG | $3,490–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2003 | Gas | 18–23 MPG | $3,490–$4,460 | Ratings changed |
| 2002 | Gas | 18–23 MPG | $3,490–$4,460 | First year |
What the 2009 Cabriolet 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs to drive
Per month
$268
$3,210 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.35
Per 100 miles
$21.40
Five years
$16,050
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$280less a year
Class median $3,490 a year, MY2009
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2009 Audi A4 MPG
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 25 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,350 to $3,210, $140 less.
Gas configurations (8)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabriolet (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 23 | 30 | 25 | $3,210 |
| A4 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 23 | 30 | 25 | $3,210 |
| quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 22 | 30 | 25 | $3,210 |
| Cabriolet quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 21 | 27 | 23 | $3,490 |
| quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 21 | 27 | 23 | $3,490 |
| Avant quattro | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 21 | 27 | 23 | $3,490 |
| quattro 3.2L 6-cyl | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| Cabriolet quattro 3.1L 6-cyl | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
8 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2008 Audi A4 MPG
19–24 MPG · $3,350–$4,230/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,350.
Gas configurations (14)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabriolet (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,350 |
| A4 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,350 |
| A4 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 31 | 24 | $3,350 |
| quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
| Avant quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
| Cabriolet quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,650 |
Show 4 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,650 |
| Avant quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,650 |
| A4 3.1L 6-cyl | 3.1L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Cabriolet quattro 3.1L 6-cyl | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| quattro 3.1L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| Avant quattro 3.1L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| quattro 3.1L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 25 | 19 | $4,230 |
| Avant quattro 3.1L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 25 | 19 | $4,230 |
14 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2007 Audi A4 MPG
19–24 MPG · $3,350–$4,230/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2006: The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,350.
Gas configurations (14)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabriolet (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $3,350 |
| A4 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 29 | 24 | $3,350 |
| A4 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 31 | 24 | $3,350 |
| quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
| Avant quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
| Cabriolet quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,650 |
Show 4 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,650 |
| Avant quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,650 |
| A4 3.1L 6-cyl | 3.1L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Cabriolet quattro 3.1L 6-cyl | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| quattro 3.1L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| Avant quattro 3.1L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| quattro 3.1L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 25 | 19 | $4,230 |
| Avant quattro 3.1L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 25 | 19 | $4,230 |
14 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2006 Audi A4 MPG
18–24 MPG · $3,350–$4,460/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2005: The most efficient configuration stays at 24 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,350.
Gas configurations (13)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A4 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,350 |
| A4 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 31 | 24 | $3,350 |
| Cabriolet | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
| quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
| Avant quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
| quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,650 |
Show 3 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avant quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,650 |
| A4 3.1L 6-cyl | 3.1L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 27 | 21 | $3,830 |
| quattro 3.1L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| Avant quattro 3.1L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S6) | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 25 | 20 | $4,020 |
| quattro 3.1L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 25 | 19 | $4,230 |
| Avant quattro 3.1L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 25 | 19 | $4,230 |
| Cabriolet quattro | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $4,460 |
13 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2005 Audi A4 MPG
19–24 MPG · $3,350–$4,230/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 24 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,490 to $3,350, $140 less.
Gas configurations (22)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A4 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $3,350 |
| A4 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 31 | 24 | $3,350 |
| Cabriolet 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
| A4 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | $3,490 |
| A4 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $3,490 |
| quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
Show 12 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avant quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
| A4 3.0L 6-cyl | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,650 |
| quattro 1.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,650 |
| Avant quattro 1.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,650 |
| quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,650 |
| Avant quattro 2.0L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S6) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,650 |
| Cabriolet 3.0L 6-cyl | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| quattro 1.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S5) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Avant quattro 1.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S5) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Cabriolet quattro | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
| quattro 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
| quattro 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S5) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
| Avant quattro 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
| Avant quattro 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S5) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
| quattro 3.1L 6-cyl | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
| Avant quattro 3.1L 6-cyl | 3.1L 6-cyl | 4WD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
22 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2004 Audi A4 MPG
19–23 MPG · $3,490–$4,230/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,490.
Gas configurations (14)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabriolet 1.8L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
| A4 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | $3,490 |
| A4 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $3,490 |
| quattro 1.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 27 | 22 | $3,650 |
| Avant quattro 1.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 19 | 28 | 22 | $3,650 |
| Cabriolet 3.0L 6-cyl | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
Show 4 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A4 3.0L 6-cyl | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| quattro 1.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S5) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Avant quattro 1.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S5) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Cabriolet quattro | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,230 |
| quattro 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
| quattro 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S5) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,230 |
| Avant quattro 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
| Avant quattro 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S5) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,230 |
14 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2003 Audi A4 MPG
18–23 MPG · $3,490–$4,460/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2002: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,490.
Gas configurations (13)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabriolet 1.8L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
| A4 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 27 | 23 | $3,490 |
| A4 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $3,490 |
| Cabriolet 3.0L 6-cyl | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,830 |
| A4 3.0L 6-cyl | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| quattro 1.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
Show 3 more configurations
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| quattro 1.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S5) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Avant quattro 1.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Avant quattro 1.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S5) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| quattro 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S5) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
| Avant quattro 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic (S5) | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
| quattro 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $4,460 |
| Avant quattro 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $4,460 |
13 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2002 Audi A4 MPG
18–23 MPG · $3,490–$4,460/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (11)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A4 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $3,490 |
| A4 1.8L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| quattro 1.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| Avant quattro 1.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 18 | 26 | 21 | $3,830 |
| quattro 1.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
| Avant quattro 1.8L 4-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic 5-spd | 1.8L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 17 | 26 | 20 | $4,020 |
Show 1 more configuration
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A4 3.0L 6-cyl | 3.0L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 19 | $4,230 |
| quattro 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 23 | 18 | $4,460 |
| quattro 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $4,460 |
| Avant quattro 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 5-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 23 | 18 | $4,460 |
| Avant quattro 3.0L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.0L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $4,460 |
11 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Cabriolet 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD: $3,830 in California and $2,790 in Texas, a $1,040 difference.
- California $3,830
- Washington $3,600
- New York $3,170
- Florida $2,930
- Texas $2,790
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2009 small car models.
Generations
- 2000
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- 2010-2015
- 2016-2025 (B9)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2002-2009 Audi A4 get?
EPA rates the 2002-2009 Audi A4 at 18–25 MPG combined across 109 configurations and 8 model years. The most efficient version, the 2009 Cabriolet 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD, is rated 25 MPG (23 city, 30 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2002-2009 Audi A4?
The Cabriolet 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 25 MPG, in 2009. The lowest top rating, 23 MPG, was in 2002, 2003 and 2004.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2002-2009 Audi A4?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009.
How does the 2002-2009 Audi A4 compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2001 Audi A4) is rated 18–23 MPG combined and costs $3,490–$4,460 a year to fuel; the 2002-2009 model is rated 18–25 MPG and costs $3,210–$4,460 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2009 Audi A4 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Cabriolet 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $3,210 a year. Across all 8 configurations the cost runs $3,210–$4,020 a year. That is a $810 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2009 Audi A4 100 miles?
About $21.40 per 100 miles for the Cabriolet 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $21.40 and $26.80 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2009 Audi A4 more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Cabriolet 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD is rated 23 city and 30 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2009 Audi A4 compare with other small car configurations?
The Cabriolet 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $3,210 a year to fuel, $280 less than the class median of $3,490, and less than 6 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 336 rated small car configurations for MY2009, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2009 Audi A4 different from the 2008 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 25 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,350 to $3,210, $140 less. EPA lists 8 configurations for 2009 against 14 configurations for 2008. See the 2008 Audi A4 for that year.