Audi S4

Name: 2006 Audi S4
Brand: Audi

EPA MPG: NA

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First Take

This high-performance version of the A4 uses a smooth 4.2-liter V8 engine that drives all four wheels. A six-speed manual transmission is standard; a six-speed automatic optional. In our tests we found the ride stiff but not punishing, unlike other sports cars. Handling is quite capable, but the S4 understeers a bit too much at its limits. Audi says it is adjusting the way power is delivered to the front and rear wheels to reduce this. The interior is well-finished and nicely appointed. The leather racing-style seats are supportive and comfortable. The RS4 is a limited-production version with even greater performance levels.

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2006 Sports cars & Convertibles Reliability

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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2006 Sports cars 4/5-seat Ratings

2006 Audi S4

$5,450 - $5,625

EPA MPG NA

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$5,500 - $8,825

EPA MPG 23 mpg

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$4,800 - $6,650

EPA MPG 24 mpg

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2006 Cadillac CTS

$3,200 - $10,000

EPA MPG 21 mpg

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$5,625 - $8,200

EPA MPG 20 mpg

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2006 Dodge Viper

$ NA

EPA MPG 15 mpg

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$5,000 - $7,800

EPA MPG 20 mpg

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2006 Honda Civic Si

$ NA

EPA MPG NA

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2006 Hyundai Tiburon

$3,000 - $3,675

EPA MPG 21 mpg

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2006 Jaguar XK

$6,050 - $11,850

EPA MPG NA

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2006 Lexus SC

$ NA

EPA MPG 21 mpg

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$3,100 - $3,825

EPA MPG 20 mpg

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$5,975 - $8,375

EPA MPG NA

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$4,775 - $8,225

EPA MPG NA

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$3,225 - $4,000

EPA MPG 31 mpg

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$3,175 - $3,600

EPA MPG 26 mpg

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2006 Nissan Z

$ NA

EPA MPG 22 mpg

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2006 Pontiac GTO

$15,075

EPA MPG NA

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$27,425 - $36,475

EPA MPG 21 mpg

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2006 Subaru Impreza WRX/STi

$ NA

EPA MPG 23 mpg

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2006 Toyota Camry Solara

$3,950 - $5,175

EPA MPG 23 mpg

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$4,225 - $4,425

EPA MPG 26 mpg

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2006 Volvo C70

$3,700

EPA MPG NA

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Features & Specs

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convertible

sedan

2 front, 3 rear

AWD

4.2-liter V8 (340 hp)
4.2-liter V8 (420 hp)

6-speed automatic
6-speed manual

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Model History

2018-Present

Current Generation

The 2018 redesigned S4 is now based on the new A4 platform. This high-performance AWD sedan is powered by a 354-hp, 3.0-liter turbo V6 mated to an eight-speed automatic, the same powertrain that is on the 2018 S5. Advanced safety and infotainment systems are all up to date.

2010-2017

2010 Redesign Year

The S4 is a high-performance version of the small Audi A4. It used a version of the A4's engine and either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission. All-wheel drive was standard. Acceleration is terrific, but handling isn't that much better than the regular A4, and the ride is somewhat stiff. The interior is cramped, especially in the rear seat.

2005-2009

2005 Redesign Year

The S4 is a high-performance version of the small Audi A4. Introduced in 2000, In 2004, a new S4 offered a 340-hp V8 engine along with a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. Acceleration is terrific, but handling isn't that much better than the regular A4, and the ride is somewhat stiff. The interior is cramped, especially in the rear seat.