Audi S4 0–60 Times
The Audi S4 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 29 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.
The fastest tested Audi S4 is the 2020 Audi S4 Prestige Quattro Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.20 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 12.80 seconds at 108.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested Audi S4 is the 1992 Audi S4 Quattro Sedan, which took 6.30 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 14.90 seconds at 95.0 mph, according to Motor Week.
Out of all the Audi S4 tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 5.06 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 13.62 seconds at 103.17 mph.
Across 29 verified runs, the Audi S4 ranges from 4.20 to 6.30 seconds 0–60, with a 5.06-second average.
Audi S4 Performance Overview
Audi’s S4 performance story spans 1992 to 2024, with 29 independently verified tests across 13 model years tracing its development from an early turbocharged sport sedan into today’s quicker B9-era car. The B4 generation (1991–1994) began with the AAN turbo five-cylinder at 227 hp, and the 1992 Quattro Sedan reached 60 mph in 6.1 seconds, with the slowest recorded run at 6.3 seconds. B5 (1997–2002) moved to a 250-hp twin-turbo V6 and cut that to 5.5 seconds in the 2002 Quattro Sedan.
With B6 (2003–2005), the S4 adopted a 340-hp naturally aspirated V8, and the 2004 Quattro Sedan ran 0-60 in 4.99 seconds, the first verified sub-5-second result in the data. B8 (2010–2016) switched again, this time to a supercharged V6 ranging from 333 to 410 hp, and the 2013 Prestige Quattro Sedan recorded 4.4 seconds. In the current B9 generation (2017–present), a turbocharged EA839 V6 rated at 349–354 hp has produced the model’s quickest numbers, including the 4.2-second 0-60 time of the 2020 Prestige Quattro Sedan and a 12.8-second quarter-mile at 108 mph from the 2021 Prestige Quattro Sedan. Across the full sample, the S4 averages 5.06 seconds to 60 mph and 13.62 seconds in the quarter-mile.
Audi S4 0–60 Times by Generation: B4 to B9
5 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B9 | 2017–present | 4.33s | 4.20s — 2020 Prestige Quattro Sedan | 6 | The B9 generation (2017–present) averaged 4.33 seconds to 60 mph across 6 tests, led by the 2020 Prestige Quattro Sedan at 4.20 seconds. Output ranged from 349 to 354 hp across 3.0L Turbo V6 configurations. |
| B8 | 2010–2016 | 4.59s | 4.40s — 2013 Prestige Quattro Sedan | 8 | The B8 generation (2010–2016) averaged 4.59 seconds to 60 mph across 8 tests, led by the 2013 Prestige Quattro Sedan at 4.40 seconds. Output ranged from 333 to 410 hp across 3.0L Supercharger V6 configurations. |
| B6 | 2003–2005 | 5.47s | 4.99s — 2004 Quattro Sedan | 9 | The B6 generation (2003–2005) averaged 5.47 seconds to 60 mph across 9 tests, led by the 2004 Quattro Sedan at 4.99 seconds. Output was 340 hp across 4.2L V8 configurations. |
| B5 | 1997–2002 | 5.63s | 5.50s — 2002 Quattro Sedan | 4 | The B5 generation (1997–2002) averaged 5.63 seconds to 60 mph across 4 tests, led by the 2002 Quattro Sedan at 5.50 seconds. Output was 250 hp across 2.7L Twin-Turbo V6 configurations. |
| B4 | 1991–1994 | 6.20s | 6.10s — 1992 Quattro Sedan | 2 | The B4 generation (1991–1994) averaged 6.20 seconds to 60 mph across 2 tests, led by the 1992 Quattro Sedan at 6.10 seconds. Output was 227 hp across 2.2L Turbo I-5 configurations. |
Audi S4 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
29 tests · 13 years2024 Audi S4
1 verified run- 0–60 mph
- 4.80 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 13.30 sec
- Trap Speed
- 106.1 mph
- Engine
- 3.0L Turbo V6
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 8A
- Horsepower
- 349 hp
- Torque
- 369 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 3,913 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 11.2 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 21 C / 29 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #13 of 29
How we verify Audi S4 performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Audi S4 trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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