2013 Audi A4: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2013 Audi A4 gets a mid-cycle refresh led by redesigned front and rear styling. It also switches to electric power steering, revises its cabin controls, and becomes sedan-only in the regular U.S. A4 range.
About the 2013 Audi A4
B8 generation, facelifted update year; 2013 is the first US model year for the refreshed sedan.
The 2013 A4 is Audi’s compact luxury sedan built around a clean cabin, strong everyday turbo power, and secure all-weather traction when equipped with quattro. Audi positions it less as a hard-edged sport sedan and more as a polished daily driver that blends upscale materials, understated styling, and confident road manners. Its biggest draw versus many rivals is how well it balances comfort, fuel economy, and premium feel in one tidy package.
The 2013 A4 is an upscale sedan with a 211-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine, leather seating, and either front-wheel drive or quattro all-wheel drive. Premium Plus adds useful comfort features such as heated front seats and three-zone climate control, while Prestige focuses on technology with navigation, a rearview camera, parking sensors, premium audio, and blind-spot warning.
What changed, by category
2013 Audi A4 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic | Auto, 8-Spd Tiptronic |
| Drivetrain | Quattro AWD | Quattro AWD | Quattro AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 20 mpg | 20 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 30 mpg | 30 mpg | 30 mpg |
| Horsepower | 211 hp | 211 hp | 211 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 34 cu-ft | 34 cu-ft | 34 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.2 in | 35.2 in | 35.2 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Adaptive Headlights | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Rear Parking Sensors | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| LED Daytime Running Lights | |||
| LED Tail Lights | |||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Folding Rear Seat | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Rear Window Shades | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | |||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 Audi A4 a major redesign?
No. The 2013 A4 is a mid-cycle update of the existing B8 generation, not a full redesign. Its main changes are refreshed exterior styling, electric power steering, and revised cabin controls.
How is the 2013 Audi A4 different from the 2012 model?
The 2013 A4 has redesigned front and rear body details, electric rather than hydraulic power steering, and a simpler infotainment and audio control layout. The regular U.S. A4 lineup is also sedan-only for 2013.
Was there a 2013 Audi A4 wagon in the regular U.S. lineup?
No. The regular U.S. A4 range became sedan-only for 2013, and Audi directed wagon shoppers to the separate allroad.
Did the 2013 Audi A4 get a new engine?
No. The familiar 211-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine continued for 2013, with front-wheel drive or quattro all-wheel drive.
Which 2013 Audi A4 trim has the most technology?
Prestige is the technology-focused 2013 A4 trim. It has navigation, a rearview camera, front and rear parking sensors, blind-spot warning, adaptive headlights, keyless access, and a 14-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system.