2010 Audi A4: What's New, Specs & Features

Last updated August 4, 2026

2010 Audi A4

The biggest change for the 2010 Audi A4 is the loss of the 3.2-liter V6, leaving the 211-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder as the only engine. Otherwise, this is a light-update year with revised trim names and equipment rather than a redesign.

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About the 2010 Audi A4

B8 generation (2009-2012 in the U.S. before the 2013 update), second model year.

Audi positioned the A4 as a sporty luxury small sedan and wagon with more space than many direct rivals, a strong turbo four-cylinder engine, and an upscale, driver-focused cabin. The core appeal was balancing everyday comfort with sharp road manners, while quattro all-wheel drive added foul-weather confidence. The Avant carried the same idea into a wagon body, giving the A4 range practical cargo flexibility without giving up its premium look and feel.

The 2010 A4 lineup centers on a roomy luxury sedan, with a wagon serving buyers who need more cargo space. Premium models have leather seating, power front seats and a sunroof, while the Avant wagon adds a panoramic roof and standard quattro all-wheel drive. Sedan versions include a front-wheel-drive model with a CVT automatic and quattro models built for stronger all-weather traction.

What changed, by category

Powertrain
The 3.2-liter V6 models were dropped, making the 211-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder the only engine for 2010. Front-wheel-drive sedans retained a CVT automatic, while quattro models kept manual or six-speed automatic transmissions.
Styling
Lighting and appearance equipment was reshuffled on higher trims and option packages, but the exterior design did not receive a broader refresh.
Tech
A newer third-generation version of Audi’s dashboard control and navigation system, along with Sirius Traffic, was fitted to navigation-equipped cars.
Trim lineup
The lineup adopted Premium naming for the 2.0T sedan, quattro sedan and Avant wagon. The previous Special Edition trims were discontinued.

2010 Audi A4 specs and features by trim

Feature
2010 Audi A42.0T Premium0 in stock
2010 Audi A42.0T Quattro Premium1 in stock
2010 Audi A42.0T Avant Quattro Premium0 in stock
Engine4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter
TransmissionAutomatic, CVTAuto, 6-Spd OD TiptronicAuto, 6-Spd OD Tiptronic
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWD
Fuel TypeGasGasGas
MPG City23 mpg21 mpg21 mpg
MPG Highway30 mpg27 mpg27 mpg
Horsepower211 hp211 hp211 hp
Torque258 lb-ft258 lb-ft258 lb-ft
Trunk/Cargo12 cu-ft12 cu-ft28 cu-ft
Rear Legroom35.2 in35.2 in35.2 in
Seats555
Doors444
Adaptive Cruise Control
Alarm System
Blindspot Sensors
Rear View Camera
Alloy Wheels
Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors
Fog Lights
LED Tail Lights
Memory Exterior Mirrors
Power Moonroof
Power Liftgate/Trunk Release
Roof Rails
Front DVD Entertainment System
Navigation System
Premium Audio
Satellite Radio
Smartphone Interface
Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror
Heated Front Seats
Leather Seats
Memory Driver's Seat
Rear Window Shades
Remote Start

How the 2011 Audi A4 compares

The biggest change for the 2011 Audi A4 is a new 8-speed automatic transmission for automatic quattro sedans and Avant wagons, replacing the previous 6-speed. Otherwise, this is a light update rather than a redesign.

Frequently asked questions

Was the 2010 Audi A4 redesigned?

No. The 2010 A4 is the second model year of the B8 generation introduced for 2009, so its body, structure and basic mechanical layout carry over.

Does the 2010 Audi A4 have a V6?

No. Audi dropped the 3.2-liter V6 models for 2010, leaving the 211-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder as the only engine in the A4 lineup.

What changed in the 2010 Audi A4 trim lineup?

The lineup shifted to Premium naming for the 2.0T sedan, quattro sedan and Avant wagon, while the 2.0T and 3.2 Special Edition trims were dropped. The former 2.0T quattro and wagon trims continued under Premium-based names.

Did the 2010 Audi A4 get updated technology?

Yes, but only on navigation-equipped cars. Those models received the third-generation version of Audi’s dashboard control and navigation system with Sirius Traffic; there was no lineup-wide technology overhaul.

Is the 2010 Audi A4 substantially different from the 2009 model?

No. The 2010 model keeps the same B8 design, 2.0T engine and main drivetrain layouts. The meaningful differences are the discontinued V6, reorganized trim names and equipment updates on navigation-equipped and higher-trim cars.