2012 Audi S4: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2012 Audi S4 received a light trim and equipment update rather than a major redesign. The Quattro trim continued under the Premium Plus name and gained standard comfort features, while the engine, chassis, and styling carried over.
About the 2012 Audi S4
B8 S4 (2010-2012), final pre-facelift year before the 2013 refresh.
Audi positioned the S4 as the sharper, faster version of the A4 without turning it into a stripped-down track car. Its core appeal was a strong supercharged V6, standard quattro all-wheel drive, and an upscale cabin in a sedan that still looked restrained. For most shoppers, the S4 was the everyday luxury sport sedan for people who wanted real speed, all-weather traction, and a polished interior in one package.
The Premium Plus is the performance-focused core of the 2012 S4, with a 333-hp supercharged V6, quattro all-wheel drive, sport suspension, xenon headlights, and heated power sport seats. The Prestige builds on that foundation with more luxury technology and driver-assistance features.
What changed, by category
2012 Audi S4 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 7-Spd S Tronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 28 mpg |
| Horsepower | 333 hp |
| Torque | 325 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 34 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.2 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |
| Alarm System | |
| Blindspot Sensors | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| Fog Lights | |
| Power Moonroof | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Bluetooth | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
| Remote Start | |
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2012 Audi S4 compared with the 2011 model?
The main changes were a trim rename and minor equipment upgrades. The Quattro trim continued as Quattro Premium Plus, and Premium Plus gained heated 12-way power sport front seats and driver memory as standard equipment.
Did the 2012 Audi S4 get a new engine?
No. The 2012 S4 kept its 333-hp supercharged 3.0-liter V6, standard quattro all-wheel drive, and the same manual and S tronic automatic transmission lineup.
Is the 2012 Audi S4 the facelifted model?
No. The 2012 S4 is the final pre-facelift B8 model; the larger grille, bumper, hood, lighting, steering, and interface updates arrived for 2013.
Was Quattro Premium Plus an all-new S4 trim for 2012?
No. Quattro Premium Plus was the renamed continuation of the previous Quattro trim, not an all-new version. Its core powertrain, chassis, and exterior design remained the same.
Did the 2012 Audi S4 receive new safety or chassis hardware?
No. Audi made no lineup-wide safety, driver-assistance, chassis, body-structure, or dimensional changes for the 2012 S4.