2013-2016 Audi A4 S4 B8.5 HID/Xenon Non-AFS Projector Headlights

Fitment and Compatibility

These are non-AFS HID/Xenon projector headlights for the Audi A4/S4 B8.5 chassis, covering the 2013 to 2016 facelift years of the B8 generation. B8 and B8.5 headlights differ in styling and are not interchangeable, so confirm your A4/S4 is the facelifted B8.5 (rather than the earlier B8) before ordering — the clearest way to check is comparing your current headlight’s daytime running light shape against reference photos for this listing.

Technology and Features

These are projector-style Xenon headlights, meaning the HID bulb sits behind a projector lens assembly for a sharper beam cutoff than reflector-style housings, reducing glare for oncoming traffic while improving your own visibility. Being non-AFS, the beam is fixed rather than steering with the front wheels, which is the more common configuration on B8.5 A4/S4 models.

Condition and What’s Included

Inspected for projector lens clarity, Xenon ballast function, and housing integrity before listing. Projector-style housings show wear differently than reflector housings — internal lens haze is the main thing to check, and that’s documented in the listing photos.

Installation Notes

Bolt-in swap following the standard B8.5 A4/S4 headlight removal procedure — front bumper corner access, harness disconnect, and remount on the factory brackets. Confirm your factory Xenon ballast generation is compatible before assuming a direct carryover.

OEM vs Aftermarket

Projector-style Xenon systems are one of the harder headlight types to replicate accurately in aftermarket form — beam focus and cutoff sharpness suffer most in reproduction parts. OEM housings like these avoid that issue entirely.

Shipping and Support

Ships boxed with lens protection. If you’re unsure whether your A4/S4 is B8 or B8.5, send us a photo of your current headlight and we’ll confirm before you order.

Warranty and Returns

30 days to return, plus a 30 to 90 day functional warranty on the Xenon ballast and projector lens integrity. Internal lens haze disclosed in the listing photos at time of sale isn’t a warranty claim, since it’s a known condition rather than a developing fault.

Why Buy This From Us

Projector-style Xenon housings show their age differently than reflector housings, and we specifically check internal lens clarity (not just the outer lens) before listing, since that’s the detail most sellers skip and the one that actually affects beam quality.