The Lemon Index2016 Audi A4.
The 2016 Audi A4 is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 12 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 35, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about lights, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 24 to 27 mpg combined. The best Audi A4 year is 2019.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 26 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Audi A4 year. 2016 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 35K to 67K miles on the car (12 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 3
- engine 2018
These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can either become blocked with debris from the cooling system causing it to overheat or can short-circuit from moisture within the …
- electrical 2017
Contact corrosion within the electrical connector for the auxiliary heater may cause the heater wires to overheat or melt.
- engine 2017
These vehicles, equipped with 2.0l Turbo FSI engines, have an electric coolant pump that can be blocked with debris from the cooling system, resulting in the pump overheating.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Audi told dealers about
Audi sent dealers 848 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 37 number 13-07 dated May 29, 2013
- Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 57 number 13-86 dated March 20, 2013
- The MIL is sporadically
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi A4 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Audi A4 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2950–3300 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
Lights just "dip" and turn off while driving.... Have to manually turn lights off and turn back on while driving. Have replace balasts and bulbs as dealer recommended. Still dips, and turns off.. "very serious" problem.
2016 Audi A4 owner · NHTSA complaint 10895451
Quick answers
Is the 2016 Audi A4 reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 2.9× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 35; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Audi A4 year by this measure is 2019.
What are the most common 2016 Audi A4 problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are lights (17%), engine (17%) and electrical (17%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2016 Audi A4 have?
3 safety recalls (latest: engine). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2016 Audi A4 get?
24 to 27 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2016 Audi A4 safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2016 Audi A4 have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2016 Audi A4 cost in fuel a year?
About $2950 to $3300 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2016 Audi A4 have?
2.0L 4-cyl.
What Audi A4 year is better than the 2016?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2019, 2016 and 2018.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works