Audi A4 B8
Produced from 2008–2015, the Audi A4 B8 (8K) is catalogued here with 2 powertrains. 2 petrol, spanning 170 to 211 hp. The quickest version, the 2.0 TFSI quattro, covers 0–100 km/h in 6.5 seconds. For fuel costs, the 1.8 TFSI leads the range at 33 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4703 × 1826 × 1427 mm on a 2808 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The Audi A4 B8 (8K) was manufactured from 2008 – 2015 (2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 model years) as a sedan. Across 2 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 170 to 211 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 33.0 MPG combined (1.8 TFSI).
Power range
170–211 hp
Quickest 0–100
6.5 s
Best combined
33 MPG
Length
4.70 m
01Decision support
Which A4 B8 suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
1.8 TFSI
33.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 18% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest A4 B8.
Performance · quickest
2.0 TFSI quattro
0–100 km/h in 6.5s · 211 hp
The straight-line choice of this generation.
022 powertrains (2 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | 1.8 TFSIPetrol | 2.0 TFSI quattroPetrol |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Engine code | EA888 gen2 | EA888 gen2 |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 1.8L (1,798 cc) | 2.0L (1,984 cc) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
| Power & Performance | ||
| Power | 170 hp / 127 kW | 211 hp / 157 kW |
| Torque | 320 Nm / 236 lb-ft | 350 Nm / 258 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 8.2 s | 6.5 s |
| Top speed | 225 km/h (140 mph) | 242 km/h (150 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | CVT | Dual-clutch |
| Gears | — | 7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | ||
| City | 28 MPG (8.4 L/100km) | 24 MPG (9.8 L/100km) |
| Highway | 39 MPG (6.0 L/100km) | 31 MPG (7.6 L/100km) |
| Combined | 33 MPG (7.1 L/100km) | 27 MPG (8.7 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — |
| Battery | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 151 g/km | 164 g/km |
| Weight & Body | ||
| Curb weight | 1,480 kg (3,263 lbs) | 1,580 kg (3,483 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2008–2015 | 2008–2015 |
0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,703 mm
185.2 in
Width
1,826 mm
71.9 in
Height
1,427 mm
56.2 in
Wheelbase
2,808 mm
110.6 in
Curb weight spans 1,480–1,580 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
A4 B8: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Audi A4 B8 (8K)?
The Audi A4 B8 (8K) lineup offers 2 petrol: 1.8 TFSI (170 hp), 2.0 TFSI quattro (211 hp).
How quick is the Audi A4 B8 (8K) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the 2.0 TFSI quattro, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.5s, reaching a top speed of 242 km/h (150 mph) with the 2.0 TFSI quattro.
What is the most fuel-efficient Audi A4 B8 (8K) trim?
The 1.8 TFSI delivers the highest fuel economy at 33.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 2 powertrains, fuel economy spans 27–33 combined MPG.
What model years are included in the Audi A4 B8 (8K)?
The Audi A4 B8 (8K) was produced from 2008 – 2015, spanning the following model years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Audi A4 B8 (8K)?
4703 mm long, 1826 mm wide, 1427 mm tall on a 2808 mm wheelbase (185.2 in overall length).
Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Audi A4Certification data, 2008–2015
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2008 Audi A4, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Audi official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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