Audi RS4

The Audi RS4 is a five-seat estate powered by a 4.2-litre eight-cylinder petrol engine producing 309 kW and capable of 274 km/h. First introduced in 1992, the model measures 4,590 mm in length and has a kerb weight of 1,750 kg, with COβ emissions of 226 g/km. In Norway, new registrations between 2019 and 2022 totalled 16 units, with registrations peaking at seven vehicles in 2021 before declining to five in 2022.
| Manufacturer | Audi |
|---|---|
| Production | From 1992 |
| Body type | Estate |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Engine power | 337 kW (452 hp) |
| COβ (WLTP) | 224 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 1,820 kg |
| Displacement | 3,231 cc |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Top speed | 273 km/h |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Fuel economy (comb.) | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Length | 4,764 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,867 mm |
| Height | 1,412 mm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine power, COβ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 12 European countries that registered the Audi RS4 in 2025 (312 cars). Source: EEA COβ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations in Norway
Number of Audi RS4 registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA COβ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Audi RS4 cars registered for the first time across 12 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| Germany | 201 |
| United Kingdom | 49 |
| Italy | 23 |
| Austria | 13 |
| Spain | 8 |
| Belgium | 6 |
| Luxembourg | 5 |
| France | 2 |
| Hungary | 2 |
| Slovakia | 1 |
| Cyprus | 1 |
| Norway | 1 |
Source: EEA COβ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Audi RS4 (from registration data). 13 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.2 l Β· 5-cyl | Petrol | Manual | β | 13.1 l/100 km | 1992β1993 |
| 2.2 l Β· 5-cyl | Petrol | Manual | β | 13.1 l/100 km | 1994 |
| 2.7 l Β· 6-cyl | Petrol | Manual | β | 13.1 l/100 km | 2000β2002 |
| 2.7 l Β· 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | β | 13.1 l/100 km | 2000 |
| 2.7 l Β· 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | β | 13.1 l/100 km | 2001β2002 |
| 3.0 l Β· 6-cyl | Petrol | Manual | β | 11.5 l/100 km | 2010β2016 |
| 3.0 l Β· 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | β | 11.2 l/100 km | 2010β2012 |
| 3.0 l Β· 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | β | 11.2 l/100 km | 2013β2016 |
| 3.0 l Β· 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | β | 9.8 l/100 km | 2018 |
| 3.0 l Β· 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | β | 10 l/100 km | 2019β2025 |
| 3.0 l Β· 6-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | β | 9.8 l/100 km | 2022β2023 |
| 4.2 l Β· 8-cyl | Petrol | Manual | β | 15.1 l/100 km | 2004β2008 |
| 4.2 l Β· 8-cyl | Petrol | Automatic | β | 14.3 l/100 km | 2004β2008 |
Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.
Generations
Other Audi models
Similar Estate models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 85% of Audi RS4s pass their MOT test first time, based on 1,156 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data β not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
No recorded recalls for the Audi RS4 in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Audi recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Audi RS4?
- The Audi RS4 has a rated top speed of 273 km/h.
- How much power does the Audi RS4 have?
- The Audi RS4 produces 337 kW (452 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Audi RS4?
- The Audi RS4 is 4,764 mm long, 1,867 mm wide and 1,412 mm tall.
- How much does the Audi RS4 weigh?
- The Audi RS4 has a kerb weight of about 1,820 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Audi RS4?
- The Audi RS4 emits 224 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Audi RS4 have?
- The Audi RS4 has 5 seats.