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2020 Audi S4: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2020 Audi S4 receives a mid-cycle refresh led by revised exterior styling and a new 10.1-inch touchscreen system. Its 349-hp turbocharged V6, eight-speed automatic, and standard all-wheel drive carry over.
About the 2020 Audi S4
Fifth-generation S4 sedan (B9), first year of the 2020 refresh update.
Audi positions the S4 as the sharper, faster take on the A4: a compact luxury sport sedan that mixes understated styling with real speed, all-weather traction, and a high-quality cabin. Its appeal is that it works as an everyday commuter or road-trip car but still feels quick and composed when the road opens up. Compared with rivals, Audi leans on quattro confidence, strong cabin execution, and a more subtle, less flashy personality.
The 2020 S4 is a quick, understated sport sedan with the same 349-hp V6 and all-wheel drive in every trim. Premium Plus adds useful everyday equipment such as blind-spot monitoring, wireless phone charging, and parking sensors, while Prestige brings navigation, a head-up display, a surround-view camera, adaptive cruise control, and Bang & Olufsen audio.
What changed, by category
Styling
Audi revised the front and rear styling, including a wider, flatter grille and updated lighting details.
Tech
A new 10.1-inch touchscreen with newer MIB 3 software replaces the earlier infotainment setup. Navigation changes from standard to optional on Premium Plus.
2020 Audi S4 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic | Automatic, 8-Spd & Tiptronic |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 20 mpg | 20 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 27 mpg | 27 mpg | 27 mpg |
| Horsepower | 349 hp | 349 hp | 349 hp |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 12 cu-ft | 12 cu-ft | 12 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 35.7 in | 35.7 in | 35.7 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Cruise Control | |||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | |||
| Active Lane Keep Assistance | |||
| Park Assist | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Top View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Rear Window Shades | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2020 Audi S4?
The biggest change is a mid-cycle refresh that updates the exterior and adds a new 10.1-inch touchscreen with newer infotainment software.
Did the 2020 Audi S4 get a new engine?
No. The 2020 S4 keeps the 349-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter V6, eight-speed automatic transmission, and standard all-wheel drive.
How is the 2020 Audi S4 different from the 2019 model?
The 2020 S4 has refreshed front and rear styling and a new 10.1-inch touchscreen system. Its core V6 powertrain carries over, and navigation changes from standard to optional on Premium Plus.
Is navigation standard on the 2020 Audi S4 Premium Plus?
No. Navigation is optional on the 2020 S4 Premium Plus rather than standard. It is a key feature of the Prestige trim.
Is the 2020 Audi S4 a major redesign?
No. The 2020 S4 is a mid-cycle update of the existing fifth-generation car, not a full redesign. The main work centers on exterior styling and infotainment.
2020 Audi S4 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Audi S4.
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2020 Audi S4
(16 reviews)
“I feel like I made a mistake by leasing this vehicle. The driving experience is way inferior to my 2015 S5 Cabriolet. I did not appreciate the transmission downgrade to Tiptronic from S-tronic.”
“The Audi S4 is a super performing driver's car. Great road handling, unbelievable responsiveness and a comfortable ride. It even gets good gas mileage on highway driving. An all around superior driving machine, it's definitely a head-turner.”