2003 Audi A4 Cabriolet (3L 6-cyl) MPG & Specs
Quick answer
The 2003 Audi A4 Cabriolet gets an EPA-estimated 18/25 MPG (city/highway) and 21 MPG combined, with an estimated $3,600/year fuel cost and 423.19 g/mi CO₂. Engine: 3 L 6-cyl.
The 2003 Audi A4 Cabriolet with the 3-liter 6-cylinder premium gasoline engine returns an EPA-estimated 18 MPG in the city and 25 MPG on the highway, for a combined 21 MPG. This page summarizes the official EPA fuel-economy and emissions data for this configuration.
| Engine | 3 L 6-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios) |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel type | Premium Gasoline |
| Vehicle class | Subcompact Cars |
| MPG — city | 18 |
| MPG — highway | 25 |
| MPG — combined | 21 |
| Annual fuel cost* | $3,600 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 423.19 g/mi |
| EPA GHG score | — |
How efficient is it?
With a combined 21 MPG, the 2003 Audi A4 Cabriolet sits in the moderate range for fuel economy. That is about average for its class (Subcompact Cars, 24 MPG average).
Fuel economy and running costs
At about $3,600 per year in fuel (EPA estimate, 15,000 mi/yr), fuel is a major part of the cost of owning the 2003 Audi A4 Cabriolet. Over five years that is roughly $18,000 at today's prices — before insurance, maintenance, and depreciation.
Emissions
The 2003 Audi A4 Cabriolet emits approximately 423.19 grams of CO₂ per mile at the tailpipe. Lower emissions generally track higher fuel economy.
How to read these numbers
EPA figures come from standardized laboratory test cycles and are the same estimates shown on the vehicle's window sticker. Your real-world mileage depends on driving style, conditions, fuel grade, and maintenance. Use combined MPG and annual fuel cost to compare vehicles fairly.