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2001-2002 Audi S4 MPG & Fuel Cost
2 model years · 18 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 1 of 10 small car configurations, MY2002. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2001-2002 Audi S4 at a glance
The 2001-2002 Audi S4 covers 2 model years in the EPA database (8 configurations in all), rated 18 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2002, costs about $4,460 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the S4 2.7L 6-cyl turbo 4WD (18 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2002.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2001-2002 Audi S4 by model year
What the 2002 S4 2.7L 6-cyl turbo 4WD costs to drive
Per month
$372
$4,460 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$7.43
Per 100 miles
$29.73
Five years
$22,300
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$1,190more a year
Class median $3,270 a year, MY2002
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2002 Audi S4 MPG
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2001: The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,460.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S4 2.7L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,460 |
| S4 2.7L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S5) | 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,460 |
| Avant 2.7L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,460 |
| Avant 2.7L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S5) | 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,460 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2001 Audi S4 MPG
18 MPG · $4,460/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S4 2.7L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,460 |
| S4 2.7L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S5) | 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,460 |
| Avant 2.7L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Manual 6-spd | 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,460 |
| Avant 2.7L 6-cyl turbo 4WD Automatic (S5) | 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | 4WD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,460 |
4 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 S4 2.7L 6-cyl turbo 4WD: $5,320 in California and $3,870 in Texas, a $1,450 difference.
- California $5,320
- Washington $5,010
- New York $4,410
- Florida $4,080
- Texas $3,870
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2002 small car models.
Generations
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2001-2002 Audi S4 get?
EPA rates the 2001-2002 Audi S4 at 18 MPG combined across 8 configurations and 2 model years. The most efficient version, the 2002 S4 2.7L 6-cyl turbo 4WD, is rated 18 MPG (15 city, 22 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2001-2002 Audi S4?
Every model year of the 2001-2002 Audi S4 tops out at 18 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2001-2002 Audi S4?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2002.
How does the 2001-2002 Audi S4 compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2000 Audi S4) is rated 18 MPG combined and costs $4,460 a year to fuel; the 2001-2002 model is rated 18 MPG and costs $4,460 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2002 Audi S4 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the S4 2.7L 6-cyl turbo 4WD costs about $4,460 a year. Across all 4 configurations the cost runs $4,460 a year.
How much does it cost to drive a 2002 Audi S4 100 miles?
About $29.73 per 100 miles for the S4 2.7L 6-cyl turbo 4WD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2002 Audi S4 more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The S4 2.7L 6-cyl turbo 4WD is rated 15 city and 22 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2002 Audi S4 compare with other small car configurations?
The S4 2.7L 6-cyl turbo 4WD costs about $4,460 a year to fuel, $1,190 more than the class median of $3,270, and less than 1 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 331 rated small car configurations for MY2002, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2002 Audi S4 different from the 2001 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 18 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,460. EPA lists 4 configurations for 2002 against 4 configurations for 2001. See the 2001 Audi S4 for that year.