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2016 Audi A4 allroad

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2016 A4 allroad.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (AV-S8)

The 2016 Audi A4 allroad is a passenger‑car variant that carries an automatic transmission (AV‑S8) and achieves EPA fuel economy of 24/31/27 mpg, positioning it within the typical midsize wagon segment. Its powerplant has been the most frequently cited source of owner complaints, contributing to a total of 25 reported issues for the model year while three recall actions have been issued. When viewed against the broader complaint trajectory of the nameplate — where annual complaints rose as high as 154 in 2020 but fell to a single case in 2021 — the 2016 figure represents an early, comparatively stable chapter in the model’s reliability narrative.

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Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

EPA fuel economy24/31/27 mpgEPA · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length185.8 in
Overall width72.4 in
Overall height57.9 in
Wheelbase110.6 in
Curb weight3891 lb
Track (front / rear)62.2 / 61.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)53/47

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined24 / 31 / 27 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume91 cu ft
Cargo volume12 cu ft
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the A4 allroad of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

5.2–5.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 5.20 sec — 2017 Premium Plus Quattro Wagon
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2017Premium Plus Quattro Wagon 2.0L Turbo I-45.20 sec13.80 sec252 hpAWD
2017Premium Plus Quattro Wagon 2.0L Turbo I-45.50 sec14.10 sec252 hpAWD
2017Prestige Quattro Wagon 2.0L Turbo I-45.70 sec14.30 sec252 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine DOT 4 brake fluid. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDOT 4
Power Steering FluidAudi part number G004 000 M2

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerDenso
Spark Plug Torque22 ft-lbs

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum87
Residual Pressure44 psi
Regulated Fuel System Pressure (With Vacuum)72.5-116 psi
Residual Pressure43 psi
Engine Compression159-203 PSI @ RPM / Max variation 44 psi

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter at 5,000 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi.

At 5,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Disc Brake Caliper (inspect) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 10,000 miBrake Line (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Disc Brake Caliper (inspect) · Engine Assembly (leak inspection) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
At 15,000 miAir Conditioning Evaporator Case Drain (inspect) · Air Intake Hose Debris Screen (clean) · Battery (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 20,000 miAir Conditioning Evaporator Case Drain (inspect) · Air Intake Hose Debris Screen (clean) · Battery (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 35,000 miBrake Rotor (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
Every 40,000 miBrake Rotor (inspect)
At 55,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Air Filter Housing (clean)
Every 60,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Air Filter Housing (clean)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2016 Audi A4 allroad sits midway through a generation that shows a pronounced dip in complaints between 2018 and 2021, with 9 complaints in 2018 falling to just 1 in 2021. However, the 2020 spike to 154 complaints and 3 recalls indicates a resurgence of issues that persisted into 2023 and 2024, albeit at a lower level. In 2016, the vehicle’s top complaint areas—Engine (5), Unknown or Other (3), Steering (2), and Fuel/Propulsion System (2)—mirror the broader trend of mechanical and drivetrain concerns that dominate this model year. The lack of crash or fire complaints (0 crash, 2 fire) suggests safety systems were largely reliable, but the fire incidents warrant scrutiny. Overall, 2016 falls near the low‑complaint period but precedes the 2020 peak, implying that while earlier issues were manageable, later recalls may signal lingering systemic problems. Therefore, a 2016 model could be a reasonable purchase if you prioritize a lower‑complaint era, but you should verify that any known engine or steering issues have been addressed in prior service.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
814
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
25
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 2 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★★
Frontal★★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent
’18’19’20’21’23’24

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 25 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine5
Unknown Or Other3
Steering2
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Engine & Engine Cooling2
Suspension,Structure,Unknown Or Other1
Vehicle Speed Control1
Electrical System,Service Brakes,Engine1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 814 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB_2074640_32026-06-26EngineThis bulletin provides information when there is increased oil consumption; >0.5ltr/1000…
TSB_2074729_32026-06-23Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides informationwhen noises/vibration are detected from front of…
TSB_2059335_72026-06-23Electrical SystemThis bulletin provides information when there are noises from the area around the…
TSB_2082086_12026-06-22Power TrainThis bulletin provides informaiton when there is a leak on the oil hole between the…
TSB_2082323_12026-06-10EngineThis bulletin provides informaiton when the engine is not running smoothly, misfiring.

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

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Frequently asked

Does the 2016 A4 allroad have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the A4 allroad get?

EPA figures are 24 city / 31 highway / 27 combined mpg.