1996 · Compact Car · Gas

1996 Audi A4 MPG & fuel economy

The 1996 Audi A4 is a compact car offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 20 MPG combined (17 city / 25 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 19 to 20 MPG. Among 44 compact cars rated for 1996, it ranks 37th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,962 a year to fuel.

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Combined 20 MPG 17 MPG city · 25 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,962 15,000 mi/yr · $19.75 per 100 mi
Class rank, 1996 #37 of 44 Compact Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 1996 Audi A4's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City177.213.8
Highway2510.69.4
Combined208.511.8

How it ranks among 1996 Compact Cars

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  1. 1Volkswagen Golf/GTI Diesel38 MPG $1,461
  2. 2Volkswagen Jetta Diesel38 MPG $1,461
  3. 3Ford Escort30 MPG $1,550
  4. 4Mercury Tracer30 MPG $1,550
  5. 5Mazda Protege30 MPG $1,550
  6. 37Audi A420 MPG $2,962
  7. 44Rolls-Royce Corniche/Continental12 MPG $4,938
1996 A4Other compact carsClass median: $1,938/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

A4 MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.8L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
A4		 Gas 17 MPG 25 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
4WD/AWD · 2.8L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual
A4 quattro		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,962
FWD · 2.8L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
A4		 Gas 16 MPG 26 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118
4WD/AWD · 2.8L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic
A4 quattro		 Gas 16 MPG 25 MPG 19 MPG — $3,118

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
2.8L 6-cyl
Transmission
5-speed manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
88 cu ft
Cargo volume
14 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
444 g/mi

1996 Audi A4 vs. rivals

vs Acura TL 20 MPG · $2,962/yr Same fuel cost vs Volvo 960 19 MPG · $3,118/yr A4 saves $156/yr vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class 23 MPG · $2,576/yr C-Class saves $386/yr vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class 19 MPG · $3,118/yr A4 saves $156/yr vs Jaguar XJ 18 MPG · $3,292/yr A4 saves $329/yr vs Lexus ES 21 MPG · $2,214/yr ES saves $748/yr vs Infiniti G20 24 MPG · $1,938/yr G20 saves $1,025/yr vs Jaguar XJR 14 MPG · $4,232/yr A4 saves $1,270/yr vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class Diesel 27 MPG · $2,056/yr E-Class Diesel saves $907/yr vs Rolls-Royce Corniche/Continental 12 MPG · $4,938/yr A4 saves $1,975/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 1996 Audi A4?

Up to 20 MPG combined (17 city / 25 highway); ratings range from 19 to 20 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 1996 Audi A4 use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 1996 Audi A4?

The 1996 Audi A4's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.6 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 1996 Audi A4 per year?

About $2,962 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $19.75 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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