Audi · model year 1986
1986 Audi 4000 S
Subcompact · Front-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Subcompact Cars
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The CarCody take
The 1986 Audi 4000 S is a gasoline subcompact car with front-wheel drive, a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine, and a five-speed manual transmission. Its EPA rating is 24 MPG combined, split between 22 MPG city and 28 MPG highway. EPA annual fuel cost is $2800, with tailpipe emissions of 370.29 grams per mile.
Good to know
- 24 MPG combined EPA rating
- 28 MPG highway rating
- Front-wheel drive
- Five-speed manual transmission
Watch for
- 22 MPG city rating
- Gasoline-only powertrain
- $2800 EPA annual fuel cost
- 370.29 grams of CO2 per mile
Who it suits. Drivers wanting a compact Audi with a manual gearbox Highway-focused driving with front-wheel drive
The 1986 Audi 4000 S makes sense for someone seeking a compact, front-wheel-drive car with a five-speed manual. Expect 24 MPG across mixed driving, with city mileage at 22 MPG and highway mileage at 28 MPG. Budget around $2800 in annual EPA fuel cost. Its gasoline engine also carries a tailpipe figure of 370.29 grams per mile, so the running picture is defined by moderate mileage and a substantial yearly fuel line.
What it is
The 1986 Audi 4000 S is a subcompact car from Audi’s 4000 family. It uses front-wheel drive, a 1.8-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and a five-speed manual transmission.
The numbers
Its EPA combined rating is 24 MPG. That means about 24 miles from a gallon under the combined test mix.
City driving is rated at 22 MPG, while highway driving is 28 MPG. The highway figure is six MPG higher than the city figure.
What it costs to run
The EPA annual fuel-cost figure is $2800. Tailpipe CO2 is listed at 370.29 grams per mile.
How it compares
The 4000 S favors highway economy over city economy: 28 MPG on the highway versus 22 MPG in town. Its combined mark is 24 MPG.
Who it suits
This car suits a driver who wants a compact gasoline car with a manual transmission and front-wheel drive, especially when highway miles make up much of the driving.
Trade-offs
The manual gearbox and front-wheel drive define its setup. Fuel use is rated at 22 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway, while the EPA annual fuel-cost figure is $2800.
Verdict
Choose the 4000 S if a small Audi with a stick shift and front-wheel drive matches your daily driving. Its 24 MPG combined rating gives a clear baseline, with stronger economy on open roads than in city traffic. The EPA cost figure is $2800 per year, and emissions are listed at 370.29 grams of CO2 per mile.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 24 MPG
- City MPG
- 22 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 28 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,800
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 370 g per mile
- Model year
- 1986
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Subcompact Cars
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 1.8 L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- Manual 5-spd
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 1986 Audi 4000 S's combined MPG?
The EPA combined rating is 24 MPG.
How does its city mileage compare with highway mileage?
It is rated at 22 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway.
What engine and transmission does it use?
It has a 1.8-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine and a five-speed manual transmission.
Is the 1986 Audi 4000 S front-wheel drive?
Yes. The listed drive layout is front-wheel drive.
What is its EPA annual fuel cost?
The EPA annual fuel-cost figure is $2800.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it emit?
The listed tailpipe figure is 370.29 grams of CO2 per mile.
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