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Approx. 56 days of national supply and the median listing asks approx. 2% above the typical asking price at typical mileage — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2021 Audi A4 Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$20,681
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$13,900$26,998
- Typical market range
- $19,190–$22,900
- Typical asking price
- $20,681
- Original MSRP range
- $40,900–$49,800
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
3 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
56
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Audi A4.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$37,628–$39,264
Estimated dealer invoice — about $40,900 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | $19,905 | $40,900 | $37,628–$39,264 |
| Premium Plus | $21,535 | $45,100 | $41,492–$43,296 |
| Prestige | $24,398 | $49,800 | $45,816–$47,808 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$17,513$34,853$52,192
Typical askingPremium
$19,905
Premium: typical asking price $19,905, original MSRP $40,900, estimated dealer cost $37,628 to $39,264.
Premium Plus
$21,535
Premium Plus: typical asking price $21,535, original MSRP $45,100, estimated dealer cost $41,492 to $43,296.
Prestige
$24,398
Prestige: typical asking price $24,398, original MSRP $49,800, estimated dealer cost $45,816 to $47,808.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2021 Audi A4 runs about $20,992 in MT to $23,078 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,499 | $110+ | $22,290 |
| TX | $1,293 | $332 | $22,306 |
| FL | $1,241 | $1,074+ | $22,996 |
| NY | $827 | $371 | $21,879 |
| PA | $1,241 | $587 | $22,509 |
| IL | $1,293 | $683 | $22,657 |
| OH | $1,189 | $444 | $22,314 |
| GA | $1,448 | $637 | $22,766 |
| NC | $620 | $793 | $22,094 |
| WA | $1,344 | $215+ | $22,240 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $21,206 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
4 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2021 Audi A4.
SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:RETRACTOR
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Volkswagen ID4, Audi A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A5 Sportback, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, E-Tron Quattro, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, Q3, Q5, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, S4 Sedan, S5 Cabriolet, S5 Coupe, S5 Sportback, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, and 2021-2022 S3 Sedan vehicles. The rear seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and replace as necessary, the middle-rear seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 27, 2021. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 69CR (VW) and 69CS (Audi).
Campaign 21V606000 · 05/08/2021
TIRES
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2019-2021 Audi A5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, RS5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, 2020-2021 A4 Allroad, A4 Sedan, A5 Cabriolet, A5 Coupe, A6 Allroad, A6 Sedan, A7, A8, Q5, S4 Sedan, S5 Coupe, S5 Cabriolet, S6 Sedan, S7, S8, SQ5, 2021 Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, RS6 Avant, RS7, RSQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, and SQ8 vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-295 (42L1) were performed.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 3, 2022. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L5.
Campaign 22V034000 · 26/01/2022
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Audi) is recalling certain 2021 Q7, Q8, Q5 Sportback, SQ5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7, RS Q8, 2020-2021 Audi S6 sedan, Q5, A8, S8, A7, A6 Allroad, A5 Cabriolet, A4 sedan, A4 Allroad, SQ5, S7, A6 sedan, S5 coupe, S4 sedan, S5 Cabriolet, A5 coupe, 2019-2021 RS5 coupe, A5 Sportback, S5 Sportback, RS5 Sportback vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the lock nuts and, if necessary, the associated bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 4, 2021. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Audi's number for this recall is 42L1.
Campaign 21V295000 · 26/04/2021
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2021 Audi A8, RS7, RS6 Avant, RS5 Sportback, RS5 Coupe, Q8, Q7, Q5 Sportback, S4 Sedan, Q5, A7, A6, A6 Allroad, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, A5 Cabrioleet, A4 Sedan, A4 Allroad, E-Tron Sportback Quattro, SQ7, S5 Cabriolet, E-Tron Quattro, SQ8, SQ5 Sportback, SQ5, S8, S7, S6 Sedan, S5 Sportback, S5 Coupe, 2022 E-Tron GT, and 2021-2022 RSQ8 vehicles. Due to a software issue, a blank or black screen may be displayed instead of the rearview camera image when the vehicle is placed in reverse gear. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Remedy: Dealers will update the infotainment unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 91DZ.
Campaign 22V742000 · 05/10/2022
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2021 Audi A4?
Used 2021 Audi A4 listings ask about $20,681 at typical mileage, with most listings between $19,190 and $22,900. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2021 Audi A4 cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $40,900, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $20,219 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2021 Audi A4?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $20,992 in MT to $23,078 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2021 Audi A4?
There are about 56 days of national market supply for the 2021 Audi A4 — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2021 Audi A4.
Is the listed price on a 2021 Audi A4 fair?
Not always. 2021 Audi A4 listings typically ask about $20,995, roughly 2% above the typical asking price at typical mileage, $20,681. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2021 Audi A4?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $37,628–$39,264 — its $40,900 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/30/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.