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Acura RL vs. Audi A4 / S4 Feature Comparison

Can I get heated seats? Do I have to get a sunroof? Find out what you need to know about Acura RL and Audi A4 / S4 features right here.

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Features Comparison: Acura RL vs. Audi A4 / S4

  

Model Year 2012 2009 2009
Model RL A4 / S4 A4 / S4
Trim Base A4 2.0T A4 3.2
Engines  
3.7L V6
OHC-4v
303 hp@6300
273 lb-ft@5000
 3.7L V6<br>OHC-4v<br>303 hp@6300 <br>273 lb-ft@5000 is a standard feature.    
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
211 hp@4300
258 lb-ft@1500
  turbocharged<br> 2.0L I4<br>DOHC-4v<br>211 hp@4300 <br>258 lb-ft@1500 is a standard feature.  
3.2L V6
DOHC-4v
265 hp@6500
243 lb-ft@3000
     3.2L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>265 hp@6500 <br>243 lb-ft@3000 is a standard feature.
Transmissions  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature. 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is an optional feature. 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature.
8-speed manually-shiftable CVT   8-speed manually-shiftable CVT is a standard feature.  
6-speed manual   6-speed manual is an optional feature.  
Drivetrains  
AWD AWD is a standard feature. AWD is an optional feature. AWD is a standard feature.
FWD   FWD is a standard feature.  
Tires  
245/45VR18 tires 245/45VR18 tires is a standard feature.    
225/50HR17 tires   225/50HR17 tires is a standard feature.  
245/45HR17 tires   245/45HR17 tires is an optional feature. 245/45HR17 tires is a standard feature.
245/40HR18 tires   245/40HR18 tires is an optional feature. 245/40HR18 tires is an optional feature.
255/35YR19 tires   255/35YR19 tires is an optional feature. 255/35YR19 tires is an optional feature.
245/40YR18 tires   245/40YR18 tires is an optional feature. 245/40YR18 tires is an optional feature.
Audio Systems  
Bose, 260W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) Bose, 260W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.    
Unbranded, 180W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)   Unbranded, 180W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature. Unbranded, 180W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)   Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.
Accessories  
Active noise reductionCancels out interior noise by playing the opposite noise through the vehicle's speakers.   Active noise reduction is a standard feature.    
Cancels out interior noise by playing the opposite noise through the vehicle's speakers.
Adaptive cruise controlAutomatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Minimum speed around 30 mph. Replaces regular cruise control, and includes its value.   Adaptive cruise control is an optional feature. Adaptive cruise control is an optional feature. Adaptive cruise control is an optional feature.
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Minimum speed around 30 mph. Replaces regular cruise control, and includes its value.
Cruise control      
First-aid kit   First-aid kit is a standard feature. First-aid kit is a standard feature.
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.   Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power locks Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature.
Power rear side windows Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature.
Proximity keyEnter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.   Proximity key is a standard feature. Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature.
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Remote window/roof operationOperate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature.    
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.
Sunshade, rear, powerGreatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.   Sunshade, rear, power is a standard feature. Sunshade, rear, power is an optional feature. Sunshade, rear, power is an optional feature.
Greatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.
Sunshades, second rowGreatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.   Sunshades, second row is a standard feature. Sunshades, second row is an optional feature. Sunshades, second row is an optional feature.
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual   Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature.    
Tool kit   Tool kit is a standard feature. Tool kit is a standard feature.
Universal garage door openerHomelink.   Universal garage door opener is a standard feature. Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature.
Homelink.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.   4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature.
Rear disc brakes.
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seatsIf active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.   Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature.
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.   Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Automatic braking, high-speed or partialIf collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking.   Automatic braking, high-speed or partial is an optional feature.    
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking.
Blind spot warning systemMirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot.     Blind spot warning system is an optional feature. Blind spot warning system is an optional feature.
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.   Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature.
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
Daytime running lights (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Daytime running lights (optional) is a standard feature.    
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Forward collision warningAlerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly.   Forward collision warning is an optional feature. Forward collision warning is an optional feature. Forward collision warning is an optional feature.
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.   Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Obstacle detection, rearBeeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.   Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature.
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation systemPrepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat   Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system is an optional feature. Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system is an optional feature. Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system is an optional feature.
Prepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat
Rear side airbagsTorso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.     Rear side airbags is an optional feature. Rear side airbags is an optional feature.
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.
Rearview cameraRearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.   Rearview camera is an optional feature. Rearview camera is an optional feature. Rearview camera is an optional feature.
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.   Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).   Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature.
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Temporary spare tire Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature.
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.   Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.   Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Cargo Management  
Cargo net Cargo net is a standard feature. Cargo net is an optional feature. Cargo net is a standard feature.
Console with shifter Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature.
Rear seat pass-throughUsually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.   Rear seat pass-through is a standard feature.    
Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.
Climate Control  
Air conditioning Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature.
Automatic air recirculationAutomatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.     Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature.
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.
Automatic climate control, frontMaintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature.
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Dual-zone climate controlTemperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is an optional feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature.
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Heated windshield washer nozzles   Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature. Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature.
Interior air filterFilters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.   Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature.
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Rain-sensing wipersWipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.     Rain-sensing wipers is an optional feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature.
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.
Rear air ventsVents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.   Rear air vents is a standard feature.    
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.
Rear air vents with automatic controlsMaintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls.     Rear air vents with automatic controls is an optional feature. Rear air vents with automatic controls is a standard feature.
Maintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls.
Rear defrost Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature.
Rear heat ductsDucts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.   Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature.
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Speed-sensitive wipersOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   Speed-sensitive wipers is a standard feature.    
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Variable intermittent wipersTime between wipes can be precisely adjusted.   Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature.    
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Drivetrain  
Active rear differentialActively splits power between the left and right rear wheels, which generally yields sportier handling.   Active rear differential is a standard feature.    
Actively splits power between the left and right rear wheels, which generally yields sportier handling.
Engine / Motor  
CA/NE emissions (extra-cost)Only included if California/Northeast emissions equipment costs extra.     CA/NE emissions (extra-cost) is an optional feature. CA/NE emissions (extra-cost) is an optional feature.
Only included if California/Northeast emissions equipment costs extra.
Oil coolerOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.     Oil cooler is a standard feature. Oil cooler is a standard feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Exterior  
Bodyside moldingsMoldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.   Bodyside moldings is a standard feature.    
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.   Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Metallic paint (extra cost)   Metallic paint (extra cost) is an optional feature. Metallic paint (extra cost) is an optional feature.
Special exterior trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.     Special exterior trim is an optional feature. Special exterior trim is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Sunroof Sunroof is a standard feature. Sunroof is a standard feature. Sunroof is a standard feature.
Infotainment  
Audio controls on steering wheel Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.   Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature.
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.   Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature.
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.   CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature. CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature. CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature.
Includes CD player.
CD player      
DVD-Audio-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs.   DVD-Audio-compatible player is a standard feature.    
Audio system capable of playing DVD-Audio discs.
iPod integrationIntegrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port.     iPod integration is an optional feature. iPod integration is a standard feature.
Integrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port.
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.     MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature.
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.   Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature.
Screen-based navigation system.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.   Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature.
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
SD Card slotSD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader.     SD Card slot is a standard feature. SD Card slot is a standard feature.
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader.
Surround sound Surround sound is a standard feature. Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is an optional feature.
Traffic + travel informationInformation about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.   Traffic + travel information is an optional feature.    
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.
USB portOften permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.   USB port is a standard feature.    
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.
Voice control for nav and audioSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.   Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature.
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature.
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Automatic headlightsHeadlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.   Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is an optional feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature.
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
CompassWe haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.     Compass is an optional feature. Compass is a standard feature.
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Fog light, rearMake it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog.     Fog light, rear is a standard feature. Fog light, rear is a standard feature.
Make it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.   Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.   Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature.
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Interior ambient lightingLEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.   Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature.
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.   Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature.
Front row reading lights.
Mirror tilt-down in reverseOne or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.   Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature.    
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.
Outside temperature display Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.   Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
Power-folding mirrorsMirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.   Power-folding mirrors is an optional feature.    
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.
Steering-linked headlightsHeadlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.   Steering-linked headlights is an optional feature. Steering-linked headlights is an optional feature. Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature.
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.
TachometerReports engine speed.   Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature.
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.   Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is an optional feature. Trip computer is a standard feature.
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Turn signals on or near mirrors Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature.
Xenon HID headlightsProvide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.   Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature. Xenon HID headlights is an optional feature. Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature.
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.
Seats and Interior Trim  
Front buckets Front buckets is a standard feature.    
Front sport buckets   Front sport buckets is an optional feature. Front sport buckets is an optional feature.
Second-row 3-person bench Second-row 3-person bench is a standard feature.    
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench   Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature.
Aluminum trimReal aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.     Aluminum trim is a standard feature. Aluminum trim is a standard feature.
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.
Center armrest(s), front row Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature.
Center armrest(s), second row Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature.
Cooled or ventilated front seats Cooled or ventilated front seats is an optional feature.    
Door sill trim plates   Door sill trim plates is a standard feature. Door sill trim plates is a standard feature.
Floor mats Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature.
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.     Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature.
Leather door panel trim Leather door panel trim is a standard feature.    
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.   Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel   Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seatManually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.     Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature.
Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seatManually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.     Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature.
Manually adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Memory system, driver seat Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is an optional feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.     Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.     Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature.
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power height adjuster, driver seat Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power height adjuster, passenger seat Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable lower back support.   Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.    
Power-adjustable lower back support.
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seatPower-adjustable lower back support.   Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.    
Power-adjustable lower back support.
Power recliner, driver seat Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power recliner, passenger seat Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power-folding headrests, second row seatsFold at press of a button on the instrument panel, to improve rearward visibility.   Power-folding headrests, second row seats is a standard feature.    
Fold at press of a button on the instrument panel, to improve rearward visibility.
Special interior trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.     Special interior trim is an optional feature. Special interior trim is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede.     Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces is an optional feature.
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede.
Wood trimReal wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.   Wood trim is an optional feature. Wood trim is an optional feature. Wood trim is an optional feature.
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheelReal wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim.   Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel is an optional feature.    
Real wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
Active steeringThe steering ratio is automatically varied based on vehicle speed and other factors.     Active steering is an optional feature. Active steering is an optional feature.
The steering ratio is automatically varied based on vehicle speed and other factors.
Adaptive dampers - electricalShocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.     Adaptive dampers - electrical is an optional feature. Adaptive dampers - electrical is an optional feature.
Shocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.
All-season tires All-season tires is a standard feature.    
Alloy wheels Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature.
Electronic systems calibration selectorVaries throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration.     Electronic systems calibration selector is an optional feature. Electronic systems calibration selector is an optional feature.
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration.
Sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.     Sport suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature. Sport suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Transmission  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controlsPaddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.   Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is a standard feature. Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is an optional feature. Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is an optional feature.
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.

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Option Package Contents

Advance Package

Features
Wood trim
Adaptive cruise control
Power-folding mirrors
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial
Forward collision warning

Technology Package

Features
Navigation system
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Steering-linked headlights
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel
Obstacle detection, rear
Rearview camera
Voice control for nav and audio
Traffic + travel information

Premium Plus Package

Features
Dual-zone climate control
Cargo net
Heated front seats
iPod integration
CD changer, in-dash
Rear air vents with automatic controls
Universal garage door opener
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Trip computer
Rain-sensing wipers
Automatic headlights
Steering-linked headlights
Xenon HID headlights
Memory system, driver seat
Bluetooth cell phone link
Compass
245/45HR17 tires

Prestige Package

Features
Obstacle detection, rear
Surround sound
Proximity key
Blind spot warning system
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)
245/40HR18 tires

Black Optic Package

Features
255/35YR19 tires

Sport Package

Features
Sport suspension (upgrade)
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls
Front sport buckets
245/40YR18 tires

S Line Interior Package

Features
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces
Special exterior trim
Special interior trim

Driver Assist Package

Features
Adaptive dampers - electrical
Active steering
Electronic systems calibration selector

Prestige Package

Features
Obstacle detection, rear
Surround sound
Proximity key
Blind spot warning system
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)
245/40HR18 tires

Black Optic Package

Features
255/35YR19 tires

Sport Package

Features
Sport suspension (upgrade)
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls
Front sport buckets
245/40YR18 tires

S Line Interior Package

Features
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces
Special exterior trim
Special interior trim

Driver Assist Package

Features
Adaptive dampers - electrical
Active steering
Electronic systems calibration selector
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2009 Audi A4 / S4 Available Features: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 265-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Base features were solid, then add the plus package and you get everything I want. see full Audi A4 / S4 review
2009 4dr Sedan turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
great features, couldnt be better see full Audi A4 / S4 review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual AWD
bi-xenon adaptive headlights, quattro, turbo, sirius, bluetooth see full Audi A4 / S4 review
2008 2dr Convertible 420-horsepower 4.2L V8
6-speed manual AWD
Bluetooth was easy to set up, seat heaters have a large range of control, and the trip computer with lap timer are our favourite items. see full Audi A4 / S4 review
2009 Audi A4 / S4 Available Features: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Limited standard equip compared to Saab, not even safety features as standard, disappointing see full Audi A4 / S4 review