Audi A4
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Audi A4
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Overview
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Manufacturer
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Audi
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Production
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1994–present
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Assembly
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Ingolstadt,
Germany
Changchun,
China (FAW-VW)
Tokyo,
Japan (AMA; B5 only)
Jakarta,
Indonesia (Garuda Mataram)(B5 only)
Solomonovo,
Ukraine (Eurocar; B7 only)
Aurangabad,
India (Audi India)
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Body and
chassis
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Class
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Compact
executive car (globally)
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Layout
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Longitudinal
front-engine, front-wheel drive or quattro on-demand four-wheel drive
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Platform
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Volkswagen
Group B
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Chronology
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Predecessor
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Audi
80
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The Audi A4 is a line of compact executive cars produced since late 1994 by the German car manufacturer Audi, a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group.
The A4 has been built in four generations and is based on Volkswagen's B platform. The first generation A4 succeeded the Audi 80. The automaker's internal numbering treats the A4 as a continuation of the Audi 80 lineage, with the initial A4 designated as the B5-series, followed by the B6, B7, and the current B8. The B8 A4 is built on the Volkswagen Group MLB platform shared with many other Audi models and potentially one Porsche model within Volkswagen Group.
The Audi A4 automobile layout consists of a longitudinally oriented engine at the front, with transaxle-type transmissions mounted at the rear of the engine. The cars are front-wheel drive, or on some models, "quattro" all-wheel drive.
The A4 is available as a saloon/sedan and estate/wagon. The second (B6) and third generations (B7) of the A4 also had a convertible version, but the B8 version of the convertible became a variant of the Audi A5 instead as Audi got back into the compact executive coupé segment.
First generation B5 (Typ 8D, 1994 - 2001)
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Audi A4
(B5)
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Overview
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Production
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November
1994–2001 (Germany)
1998–2003
(China; FAW-VW)
1997-2000
(Indonesia)
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Model years
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1995-2001
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Designer
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Imre
Hasanic (1991)
Jurgen
Albamonte (1992)
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Body and
chassis
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Body style
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4
door saloon/sedan,
5-door
Avant (estate/wagon)
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Platform
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Volkswagen
Group B5 (PL45) platform
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Related
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Audi
S4 (B5),
Audi
RS4 (B5),
Škoda
Superb,
Volkswagen
Passat (B5)
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Powertrain
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Engine
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petrol engines:
1.6
L I4
1.8
L I4 20v
1.8
L I4 20v Turbo
2.4
L V6 30v
2.6
L V6
2.8
L V6
2.8
L V6 30v
diesel engines:
1.9
L I4 TDI
2.5
L V6 24v TDI
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Transmission
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5-speed
manual
4-speed
automatic
5-speed
ZF 5HP19 automatic
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Dimensions
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Wheelbase
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2,615
mm (103.0 in)
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Length
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4,520
mm (178.0 in);
Avant:
4,488 mm (176.7 in)
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Width
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1,733
mm (68.2 in)
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Height
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1,415
mm (55.7 in);
Avant:
1,440 mm (56.7 in)
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The first generation Audi A4 (known internally as the Typ 8D) debuted in October 1994, with production starting November 1994 and European sales commencing in January 1995 for the 1995 model year. North American sales later began in September 1995 for the 1996 model year. It was built on the Volkswagen Group B5 (PL45) platform, which it shared with the fourth generation Volkswagen Passat (B5, Typ 3B). It had a front-mounted longitudinal engine and front-wheel drive. Many variations of the A4 were also available with Audi's quattrofour-wheel drive system. The A4 was initially introduced as a four-door saloon/sedan; the Avant (estate/wagon) was introduced in November 1995 and went on sale in February 1996.
Development began in 1988, with the first design sketches being created later that year. By 1991, an exterior design by Imre Hasanic was chosen and frozen for November 1994 production by 1992. The interior design was later finalized in 1992, with pilot production commencing in the first half of 1994. Development concluded in the third quarter of 1994, preceding November 1994 start of production.
A wide range of internal combustion engines were available in European markets, between 1.6 and 2.8 litres for petrol engines; and a 1.9 litre diesel engine available with Volkswagen Group's VE technology, capable of achieving a 90 PS (66 kW; 89 bhp) or 110 PS (81 kW; 108 bhp), although Audi's 2.8 litre V6 engine, carried over from the old 80/90 was the only engine option in North America until 1997.
The Audi A4 was the first model in the Volkswagen Group to feature the new 1.8 litre 20v engine with five valves per cylinder, based on the unit Audi Sport had developed for their Supertouring race car. A turbocharged version produced 150 PS (110 kW; 148 bhp) and 210 newton metres (155 lbft) torque. This technology was added to the V6 family of engines in 1996, starting with the 2.8 litre V6 30v, which now produced 193 PS (142 kW; 190 bhp).
Audi also debuted their new tiptronic automatic transmission on the B5 platform, based on the unit Porsche developed for their 964-generation 911. The transmission is a conventional automatic gearbox with a torque converter offering the driver fully automatic operation or manual selection of the gear ratios.
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B5 facelift (1997–2001)
A refreshed B5 A4 range appeared at the 1997 Frankfurt Motor Show, with sales beginning in Europe in early 1998. The 2.8 litre 30-valve V6 engine replaced the 2.8 litre 12-valve. A 2.5 litre V6 Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI) diesel engine with 150 PS (110 kW; 148 bhp) was standard on the quattro. A six-speed manual gearbox was available, as well as the new high-performance Audi S4, now part of the A4 lineup (the previous S4 had been an Audi 100). Cosmetic updates included new rear lights, headlights, door handles, and other minor exterior/interior changes.
In mid-1998, the 1.8 20vT engine available outside Europe had its power output raised to 170 PS (125 kW; 168 bhp). The previous KKK K03 turbocharger, although fundamentally unchanged, received revisions on the turbine side to prevent cracking due to heat. The 12-valve V6 was replaced by the 30-valve unit which had been available in Europe for two years.
A further facelift took place across the A4 and S4 platform in February 1999 as a 1995.5 model; changes were largely cosmetic, but affected many components, such as both front and rear bumpers, the front and rear lights, the center console, and door handles.
In 1999 Audi also debuted an even higher performance RennSport model, the RS4 Avant, like its predecessor RS2, available only in the Avant bodystyle.
B5 engines
The following engines were available:
engine type
Max. power
Max. torque
top speed
(saloon)
0–100 km/h (62 mph)
(saloon) (manual)
years
CO2 emissions
petrol
engines
all fuel injected
1.6 I4 8v SOHC
101 PS (74 kW; 100 bhp)
140 Nm (103 lbft)
191 km/h (118.7 mph)
11.9 sec
1994–2001
174 g/km
1.6 I4 8v SOHC
102 PS (75 kW;
101 bhp)
148 Nm (109 lbft)
11.9 sec
2000–2001
192 g/km
1.8 I4 20v DOHC
125 PS (92 kW; 123 bhp)
173 Nm (128 lbft)
205 km/h (127.4 mph)
10.5 sec
1994–2001
182 g/km
1.8T I4 20v DOHC Turbo
150 PS (110 kW;
148 bhp)
210 Nm (155 lbft)
222 km/h (137.9 mph)
8.3 sec
1994–2001
182 g/km
1.8T I4 20v DOHC Turbo
180 PS (132 kW;
178 bhp)
235 Nm (173 lbft)
233 km/h (144.8 mph)
7.9 sec
1997–2001
194 g/km
2.4 V6 30v DOHC
165 PS (121 kW;
163 bhp)
230 Nm (170 lbft)
225 km/h (139.8 mph)
8.4 sec
1997–2001
226 g/km
2.6 V6 12v SOHC
150 PS (110 kW;
148 bhp)
225 Nm (166 lbft)
220 km/h (136.7 mph)
9.1 sec
1994–1997
2.8 V6 12v SOHC
174 PS (128 kW;
172 bhp)
245 Nm (181 lbft)
230 km/h (142.9 mph)
8.2 sec
1994–1997
2.8 V6 30v DOHC
193 PS (142 kW;
190 bhp)
280 Nm (207 lbft)
240 km/h (149.1 mph)
7.4 sec
1997–2001
diesel
engines
all Direct
Injection (DI)
1.9 DI I4 8v SOHC
75 PS (55 kW; 74 bhp)
150 Nm (111 lbft)
158 km/h (98.2 mph)
1996–2001
1.9 TDI I4 8v SOHC
90 PS (66 kW;
89 bhp)
202 Nm (149 lbft)
168 km/h (104.4 mph)
13.3 sec
1994–1997
125 g/km
1.9 TDI I4 8v SOHC
90 PS (66 kW;
89 bhp)
210 Nm (155 lbft)
168 km/h (104.4 mph)
13.3 sec
1997–2001
143 g/km
1.9 TDI I4 8v SOHC
110 PS (81 kW;
108 bhp)
225 Nm (166 lbft)
183 km/h (113.7 mph)
11.3 sec
1994–1997
114 g/km
1.9 TDI I4 8v SOHC
110 PS (81 kW;
108 bhp)
235 Nm (173 lbft)
183 km/h (113.7 mph)
11.3 sec
1997–2000
114 g/km
1.9 TDI I4 8v SOHC PD
115 PS (85 kW;
113 bhp)
285 N·m (210 lbf·ft)
185 km/h (115.0 mph)
10.5 sec
2000–2001
123 g/km
150 PS (110 kW;
148 bhp)
310 N·m (229 lbf·ft)
210 km/h (130.5 mph)
9.0 sec
1997–2001
184 g/km
engine type
Max. power
Max. torque
top speed
(saloon)
(saloon)
0–100 km/h (62 mph)
(saloon) (manual)
(saloon) (manual)
years
CO2 emissions
petrol
engines
all fuel injected
all fuel injected
1.6 I4 8v SOHC
101 PS (74 kW; 100 bhp)
140 Nm (103 lbft)
191 km/h (118.7 mph)
11.9 sec
1994–2001
174 g/km
1.6 I4 8v SOHC
102 PS (75 kW;
101 bhp)
148 Nm (109 lbft)
11.9 sec
2000–2001
192 g/km
1.8 I4 20v DOHC
125 PS (92 kW; 123 bhp)
173 Nm (128 lbft)
205 km/h (127.4 mph)
10.5 sec
1994–2001
182 g/km
1.8T I4 20v DOHC Turbo
150 PS (110 kW;
148 bhp)
210 Nm (155 lbft)
222 km/h (137.9 mph)
8.3 sec
1994–2001
182 g/km
1.8T I4 20v DOHC Turbo
180 PS (132 kW;
178 bhp)
235 Nm (173 lbft)
233 km/h (144.8 mph)
7.9 sec
1997–2001
194 g/km
2.4 V6 30v DOHC
165 PS (121 kW;
163 bhp)
230 Nm (170 lbft)
225 km/h (139.8 mph)
8.4 sec
1997–2001
226 g/km
2.6 V6 12v SOHC
150 PS (110 kW;
148 bhp)
225 Nm (166 lbft)
220 km/h (136.7 mph)
9.1 sec
1994–1997
2.8 V6 12v SOHC
174 PS (128 kW;
172 bhp)
245 Nm (181 lbft)
230 km/h (142.9 mph)
8.2 sec
1994–1997
2.8 V6 30v DOHC
193 PS (142 kW;
190 bhp)
280 Nm (207 lbft)
240 km/h (149.1 mph)
7.4 sec
1997–2001
diesel
engines
all Direct Injection (DI)
all Direct Injection (DI)
1.9 DI I4 8v SOHC
75 PS (55 kW; 74 bhp)
150 Nm (111 lbft)
158 km/h (98.2 mph)
1996–2001
1.9 TDI I4 8v SOHC
90 PS (66 kW;
89 bhp)
202 Nm (149 lbft)
168 km/h (104.4 mph)
13.3 sec
1994–1997
125 g/km
1.9 TDI I4 8v SOHC
90 PS (66 kW;
89 bhp)
210 Nm (155 lbft)
168 km/h (104.4 mph)
13.3 sec
1997–2001
143 g/km
1.9 TDI I4 8v SOHC
110 PS (81 kW;
108 bhp)
225 Nm (166 lbft)
183 km/h (113.7 mph)
11.3 sec
1994–1997
114 g/km
1.9 TDI I4 8v SOHC
110 PS (81 kW;
108 bhp)
235 Nm (173 lbft)
183 km/h (113.7 mph)
11.3 sec
1997–2000
114 g/km
1.9 TDI I4 8v SOHC PD
115 PS (85 kW;
113 bhp)
285 N·m (210 lbf·ft)
185 km/h (115.0 mph)
10.5 sec
2000–2001
123 g/km
150 PS (110 kW;
148 bhp)
310 N·m (229 lbf·ft)
210 km/h (130.5 mph)
9.0 sec
1997–2001
184 g/km
B5 safety
In the Euro NCAP safety and crash tests, the Audi B5 A4 received 3 stars for front- and side-impact protection, but the last star is flagged to indicate that the driver may be subjected to a high risk of chest injury in the side impact.
- Adult occupant =
- Pedestrian =
(pre 2002 rating)
B5 A4-derived hybrid version
In 1997, Audi was the first European car manufacturer to put a hybrid vehicle into series production, the third generation Audi duo, then based on the A4 Avant.
B6 (Typ 8E/8H, 2000 - 2006)
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Audi A4
(B6)
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Overview
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Production
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2000–2006
(Germany)
2003–2006
(China; FAW-VW)
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Model years
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2001–2005
2002–2006
(convertible)
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Designer
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Peter
Schreyer (1997)
Luc
Donckerwolke (Avant)
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Body and
chassis
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Body style
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4-door
saloon/sedan
5-door
Avant (estate/wagon)
2-door
Cabriolet
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Platform
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Volkswagen
Group B6 (PL46) platform
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Related
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Audi
S4 (B6)
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Powertrain
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Engine
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petrol engines:
1.6L
I4
2.0L
I4 20v
2.0L
I4 FSI 16v
1.8L
I4 20v Turbo
2.4L
V6 30v
3.0L
V6 30v
diesel engines:
1.9L
I4 TDI
2.5L
V6 TDI
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Transmission
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5-speed
and 6-speed Manual
5-speed
and 6-speed Automatic
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Dimensions
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Wheelbase
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2,650
mm (104.3 in),
Cabriolet:
2,654 mm (104.5 in)
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Length
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4,547
mm (179.0 in),
Avant:
4,544 mm (178.9 in);
Cabriolet:
4,573 mm (180.0 in)
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Width
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1,766
mm (69.5 in),
Cabriolet:
1,777 mm (70.0 in)
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Height
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1,428
mm (56.2 in),
Cabriolet:
1,391 mm (54.8 in)
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The next A4, internally designated Typ 8E, debuted on October 10, 2000, now riding on the Volkswagen Group B6 (PL46) platform. The car's new styling (by Peter Schreyer in 1997) was a great success, inspired by the C5 (second-generation) Audi A6 introduced in 1997. The 1.6 litre base model powerplant remained unchanged, but most other petrol/gasoline engines received either displacement increases, or power upgrades. The 1.8 litre 20-valve Turbo was now available in two additional versions, with 150 PS (110 kW; 148 bhp) or 180 PS (132 kW; 178 bhp), this one with a standard six-speed manual gearbox, while the naturally aspirated 1.6 litre inline-four engine and 2.8 litre V6 were replaced by 2.0 litre, and all-aluminium alloy 3.0 litre units, still with five valves per cylinder, the most powerful of which was capable of 220 PS (162 kW; 217 bhp) and 300 newton metres (221 lbft) of torque. The 1.9 Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI) engine was upgraded to 130 PS (96 kW; 128 bhp), with Pumpe Düse (Unit Injector) (PD) technology, and was now available with quattro permanent four-wheel drive, while the 2.5 V6 TDI high-end model was introduced with 180 PS (132 kW; 178 bhp) and standard quattro. This generation of quattro consisted of default of 50:50 front to rear dynamic torque distribution. A Bosch ESP 5.7 Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) system, with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), brake assist, and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) were standard across the range.
The Avant was introduced in June 2001 and arrived in European showrooms in September 2001.
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For 2002, Audi increased power in the 1.8 Turbo engines to 163 PS (120 kW; 161 bhp) and 190 PS (140 kW; 187 bhp) – the 190 PS variant designated by a red 'T' on the boot lid, both available with four wheel drive and in the 2.5 TDI intermediate version to 163 PS (120 kW; 161 bhp). A 2.0 engine with Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI) was also available. A year later, Audi reintroduced the S4, now powered by a 344 PS (253 kW; 339 bhp) 4.2 L V8 engine, as well as an A4 Cabriolet convertible variant (Typ 8H), finally replacing the 80-based Audi Cabriolet which had been discontinued in 1998. It included an electro-hydraulic operated roof, which lowered in under 30 seconds and incorporated some styling changes, such as body-coloured lower bumper and sill panels, which later found their way to the saloon version.
Audi introduced a continuously variable transmission developed by LuK, named multitronic, which replaced the dated conventional automatic transmission on front-wheel drive models. The transmission won considerable praise from the automotive press, and is generally regarded as being the best of its type in the world, due to its light weight and promptness in response. This high strength chain driven CVT was made from highly durable metals and utilised a very high grade, purpose-designed fully synthetic lubricant. However there have been widespread complaints from consumers around the world that the transmission box is prone to electronic glitches as well as mechanical problems.
Borrowing from the Audi A6, the boot was redesigned to remove the extension of the top edge with a smoother fold line. The rear light assemblies now formed part of the top line, these styling cues were eventually borrowed by other European as well as Asian manufacturers.
A sport package named 'Ultra Sport' was introduced in the North American market shortly before the B6 was replaced by the B7. It included aluminium interior trim and door sills, "S line" steering wheel, front and rear spoilers, side skirts, and quattro GmbH designed 18-inch RS4 alloy roadwheels.
B6 engines
The following engines were available:
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Max. power
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petrol engines
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1.6
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I4
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102 PS (75 kW; 101 bhp)
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2.0 20v
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I4
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136 PS (100 kW; 134 bhp)
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2.0 FSI
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I4
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150 PS (110 kW; 148 bhp)
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1.8T
20v
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I4
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150 PS (110 kW; 148 bhp) or
163 PS (120 kW; 161 bhp)
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1.8T
20v 'S line'
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I4
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180 PS (132 kW; 178 bhp) or
190 PS (140 kW; 187 bhp)
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2.4
V6 30v
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V6
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170 PS (125 kW; 168 bhp)
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3.0
V6 30v
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V6
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220 PS (162 kW; 217 bhp)
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diesel engines
all Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI) |
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1.9
TDI
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I4
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100 PS (74 kW; 99 bhp) or
115 PS (85 kW; 113 bhp) or 130 PS (96 kW;
128 bhp)
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2.5
V6 TDI 24v
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V6
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155 PS (114 kW; 153 bhp) or
163 PS (120 kW; 161 bhp) or 180 PS (132 kW;
178 bhp)
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B6 safety
The Audi A4 (B6 & B7) passed the Euro NCAP safety and crash tests, and was awarded the following car safety ratings:
- Adult occupant =
- Pedestrian =
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) awarded both the B6 & B7 a "Good" rating in the frontal crash test; the B7 was not retested since the front portion is structurally the same.
B7 (Typ 8E/8H, 2004 - 2008)
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Audi A4
(B7)
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Overview
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Production
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2004–2008
(Germany)
2006–2009
(China; FAW-VW)
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Model years
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2005–2008
2007–2009
(convertible)
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Designer
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Walter
de'Silva (2003)
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Body and
chassis
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Body style
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4-door
saloon/sedan,
5-door
Avant (estate/wagon),
2-door
Cabriolet
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Platform
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Volkswagen
Group B7 (PL46) platform
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Related
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Audi
S4 (B7),
Audi
RS4 (B7)
SEAT
Exeo
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Powertrain
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Engine
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petrol engines:
1.6L
I4
1.8L
I4 20v Turbo
1.8L
I4 16v TFSI
2.0L
I4 20v
2.0L
I4 16v TFSI
3.2L
V6 24v FSI
diesel engines:
1.9L
I4 TDI
2.0L
I4 TDI
2.7L
V6 TDI
3.0L
V6 TDI
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Transmission
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5
speed and 6-speed Manual
6-speed
ZF 6 hp Tiptronic
7-speed
Multitronic
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Dimensions
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Wheelbase
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2,648
mm (104.3 in)
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Length
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4,586
mm (180.6 in),
Cabriolet:
4,573 mm (180.0 in)
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Width
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1,772
mm (69.8 in),
Cabriolet:
1,777 mm (70.0 in)
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Height
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1,427
mm (56.2 in),
Cabriolet:
1,518 mm (59.8 in)
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Audi introduced a revised A4 in late 2004, with the internal designation of B7. This new range A4 utilised the existing Volkswagen B6 (PL46) platform, a chassis derived from the outgoing B6, but revised steering settings,suspension geometry, new internal combustion engine ranges, navigation systems and chassis electronics (including a new advanced Bosch ESP 8.0 Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) system). The front grille assembly changed to a tall trapezoidal shape in the same manner as the C6 (third-generation) Audi A6.
Audi's internal platform nomenclature uses PL46 (passenger car longitudinal platform, size 4, generation 6) for both B6 and B7 chassis. The Typ 8E and Typ 8H internal designations are also carried over from the B6 A4 range, but now have an additional identifying suffix – 8EC for the saloon, 8ED for the Avant, and 8HE for the Cabriolet.
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The engine lineup received many additions. The 2005 introduction of Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI) on the 2.0 TFSI and 3.2 V6 FSI petrol/gasoline engines, as well as other refinements, increased power output to 200 PS (147 kW; 197 bhp) and 255 PS (188 kW; 252 bhp), respectively. These engines both use a four-valve per cylinderconfiguration. The prior 5-valve design was incompatible with the FSI direct injection system (due to the siting of the fuel injector, now discharging directly into the combustion chamber). The 2.0 Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI) diesel engine now combined Pumpe Düse (Unit Injector) (PD) technology with 16 valves, while the larger 2.5 TDI V6 diesel was superseded by a 3.0 V6 TDI, offering a 204 PS (150 kW; 201 bhp) model during the year 2005 which was upgraded to a 233 PS (171 kW; 230 bhp) model in 2006. A 2.7 V6 TDI was added later.
Torsen T-2 based quattro permanent four-wheel drive remained as an option on most A4 models. Audi retired its 5-speed manual transmissions in favour of a new Getrag 6-speed. As before, multitronic continuously variable transmission (CVT), now with selectable 'seven-speeds', was an option on front-wheel drive models, whilst a conventional ZF 6HP 6-speed tiptronic automatic transmission was an option on the quattro four-wheel drive models.
In addition to the Audi S4, which carried over the powertrain from the B6 S4 – Audi reintroduced the quattro GmbH developed Audi RS4 (RS for RennSport) to the lineup, for the first time on the saloon/sedan and Cabriolet body, and with a naturally aspirated, but high-revving 4.2 litre V8 FSI engine. Another notable inclusion on the RS4 is the latest generation Torsen T-3 quattro 4wd system, which uses a 'default' asymmetric 40:60 front-rear dynamic torque distribution bias. This new asymmetric centre differential was initially only available on the RS4, but was added a year later on the S4. The remainder of the B7 A4 range still utilised the T-2 50:50 default dynamic split centre diff.
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A variant, developed by quattro GmbH, was first introduced in May 2005, named "Audi A4 DTM Edition". It was inspired from Audi's race cars of the 2004 Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters, and was reintroduced in 2006 as a regular option. The 2.0T FSI engine received revised software mapping to the ECU, which increased the output to 220 PS (162 kW; 217 bhp) and 300 N·m (221 lb·ft) of torque. It was available with front-wheel drive, or quattro four-wheel drive.
The B7 Cabriolet model arrived later than the other two body variants, with sales beginning in February 2006. New on the Cabriolet was an entry-level 2.0 TDI version, but to date, this is not being offered with the multitronic CVT gearbox.
In 2007 Audi introduced a version of the B7 named the 'Special Edition', which built on the S-Line specification and also included the black optics pack, the RS4 style 8J X 18 ‘7-arm double spoke’ design alloy wheels, Two-tone Graphite/Black Volterra leather, 3-spoke sports leather/Alcantara multi-function steering wheel with gear knob and hand brake handle in Alcantara with silver stitching, ventilated cross-drilled front disc-brakes, black tailpipes and black roof rails (avant model only). It also had a power increase of 20PS, giving an output of 220PS on the 2.0T model.
According to 2007 Swedish vehicle inspection data, the Audi A4 Avant with diesel engine is the most reliable vehicle available on the market, with vehicle inspection rejection rate of 0.0% in three year old category.
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B7 becomes SEAT Exeo
Main article: SEAT ExeoWhen the successor B8 A4 range was introduced, the B7 series A4 was restyled and rebadged as the SEAT Exeo in 2008 with changes to the front and rear plus interior trim from the A4 Cabriolet. The entire Audi B7 A4 production line from Audi's Ingolstadt plant was dismantled and sent to Volkswagen Group's related SEAT factory in Martorell, Spain.
B7 engines
The following internal combustion engines were available:
|
engine type
/ drive |
Max. power
|
saloon
|
Avant
|
Cabriolet
|
0-100 km/h
(62 mph)
(saloon / manual transmission) |
top speed
(saloon / manual transmission) |
|
petrol engines
all fuel injected |
||||||
|
1.6
|
102 PS (75 kW; 101 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
12.6 sec
|
118.1 mph (190 km/h)
|
|
|
1.8 T
|
163 PS (120 kW;
161 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
✓
|
8.6 sec
|
141.7 mph (228 km/h)
|
|
1.8 T quattro
|
163 PS (120 kW;
161 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
8.7 sec
|
140.5 mph (226 km/h)
|
|
|
2.0
|
130 PS (96 kW;
128 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
9.9 sec
|
131.8 mph (212 km/h)
|
|
|
2.0 TFSI
|
200 PS (147 kW;
197 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
✓
|
7.1 sec
|
149.8 mph (241 km/h)
|
|
2.0 TFSI quattro
|
200 PS (147 kW;
197 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
✓
|
7.2 sec
|
147.9 mph (238 km/h)
|
|
2.0 TFSI
|
220 PS (162 kW;
217 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
7.0 sec
|
153.5 mph (247 km/h)
|
|
|
2.0 TFSI quattro
|
220 PS (162 kW;
217 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
6.9 sec
|
151.7 mph (244 km/h)
|
|
|
3.2 V6 FSI
|
256 PS (188 kW;
252 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
✓
|
6.8 sec
|
155.4 mph (250 km/h) (elec.
limited)
|
|
3.2 V6 FSI quattro
|
256 PS (188 kW;
252 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
✓
|
6.4 sec
|
155.4 mph (250 km/h) (elec.
limited)
|
|
diesel engines
all Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI) |
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|
1.9 TDI
|
115 PS (85 kW; 113 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
11.2 sec
|
124.9 mph (201 km/h)
|
|
|
2.0 TDI
|
140 PS (103 kW;
138 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
✓
|
9.7 sec
|
131.8 mph (212 km/h)
|
|
2.0 TDI quattro
|
140 PS (103 kW;
138 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
✓
|
9.7 sec
|
128.7 mph (207 km/h)
|
|
2.0 TDI
|
170 PS (125 kW;
168 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
8.6 sec
|
141.7 mph (228 km/h)
|
|
|
2.0 TDI quattro
|
170 PS (125 kW;
168 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
8.5 sec
|
139.2 mph (224 km/h)
|
|
|
2.5 V6 TDI
|
163 PS (120 kW;
161 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
8.8 sec
|
141.1 mph (227 km/h)
|
|
|
2.7 V6 TDI
|
180 PS (132 kW;
178 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
✓
|
8.4 sec
|
142 mph (229 km/h)
|
|
3.0 V6 TDI quattro
|
204 PS (150 kW;
201 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
7.2 sec
|
146 mph (235 km/h)
|
|
|
3.0 V6 TDI quattro
|
233 PS (171 kW;
230 bhp)
|
✓
|
✓
|
✓
|
6.8 sec
|
152.25 mph (245 km/h)
|
B7 safety
The Audi A4 offers many standard safety features, including Bosch ESP 8.0 Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), side airbags in the seats, 'sideguard' curtain airbags, and its optional quattro four-wheel drive system. It also received the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) "Top Safety Pick For 2007". EuroNCAP crash test results from the B6 apply to the B7 model.
B8 (Typ 8K, 2008 - present)
|
|
|
Audi A4
(B8)
|
|
|
Overview
|
|
|
Production
|
October
2007–present
|
|
Model years
|
2008–present
|
|
Assembly
|
Ingolstadt,
Germany
Aurangabad,
India (Audi India)(CKD)
Changchun,
China (FAW-VW)
|
|
Designer
|
Julian
Höenig (exterior: 2004, 2005)
Ingo
Von Bargen (interior: 2005)
|
|
Body and
chassis
|
|
|
Body style
|
4-door
saloon/sedan,
5-door
Avant (estate/wagon)
|
|
Platform
|
Volkswagen
Group B8 (MLB/MLP) platform
|
|
Related
|
Audi
A5
Audi
S4 (B8)
Audi
RS4 (B8)
|
|
Powertrain
|
|
|
Engine
|
petrol engines:
1.8L
T FSI I4
2.0L
TFSI I4
3.0L
V6 TFSI
3.2L
V6 FSI
diesel engines:
2.0L
TDI I4
2.7L
V6 TDI
3.0L
V6 TDI
|
|
Transmission
|
6-speed
Manual
6-speed
Tiptronic
8-speed
automatic
7-speed
S tronic
8-speed
Multitronic
|
|
Dimensions
|
|
|
Wheelbase
|
2,808
mm (110.6 in)
allroad:
2,805 mm (110.4 in)
LWB:
2,869 mm (113.0 in)
|
|
Length
|
4,703
mm (185.2 in)
allroad:
4,721 mm (185.9 in)
LWB:
4,763 mm (187.5 in)
|
|
Width
|
1,826
mm (71.9 in)
allroad:
1,841 mm (72.5 in)
|
|
Height
|
1,427
mm (56.2 in)
Avant:
1,436 mm (56.5 in)
allroad:
1,495 mm (58.9 in)
LWB:
1,426 mm (56.1 in)
|
Audi released the first official pictures of the B8 series A4 in August 2007, and unveiled the car to the public at the September 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show. Saloon/sedan and Avant (estate/wagon) models are offered. The Avant was unveiled to the public at the March 2008 Geneva Motor Show.
The B8 A4 is built on a variant of the Audi Modular Longitudinal Platform, a platform which is also used in the Audi A5 coupé. Whilst prior A4 chassis were limited in wheelbase due to the relationship between the engine,transmission and front axle, the MLP allows for a reduced front overhang, resulting in a greater wheelbase length without the same increase in overall length. This effectively redistributes the centre of gravity slightly rearwards, improving handling by better balancing vehicle mass between the front and rear axles. The estimated static front:rear weight ratio of the B8 A4 is approximately 55:45, depending on body style and engine. The relocation of the steering rack in front of the axle also improves handling over previous A4 platforms.
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|
+front.jpg "Audi A4 3.0 TDI Quattro")
The B8 A4 has increased in wheelbase by 160 millimetres (6.3 in) and in length by 117 millimetres (4.6 in) over the prior B7, which has allowed for increased rear seating legroom. Although the overall dimensions have increased, the kerb weight has dropped some 10%. The boot (trunk) has also increased to 480 litres (17.0 cu ft) for the saloon (sedan) version. The A4 Avant will have a maximum capacity of 1,430 L (50.5 cu ft) with the rear seats folded down.
Reception has been mixed, with praise for the Audi A4's increased size, giving it best-in-class rear legroom and trunk space in the compact executive car segment. Its inline-4 2.0 TFSI engine, while efficient providing plenty of torque, was considered lacking and less refined compared to 6-cylinder engines of lighter rivals who posted faster acceleration times. However, the Audi S4 sports sedan has been well-received for its V6 3.0 TFSI engine's power and efficiency.
The B8 A4 was facelifted in early 2012.
During a model cycle changes are made to integrate new technologies and to keep the model competitive. These changes are referenced based on the model year (MY) of the car. In Australia, the B8 has undergone 2 revisions leading to three variants, the B8, B8 MY10 and B8 MY11.
Body types
Sedan
+sedan.jpg "Audi A4 (B8) sedan") |
| Audi A4 (B8) sedan |
Avant
 |
| Audi B8 A4 Avant |
The Avant was unveiled to the public at the March 2008 Geneva Motor Show.
A4L
|
|
The A4L is a long-wheelbase version for the Chinese market, with a 60 mm (2.4 in) longer wheelbase and 50 mm (2.0 in) longer length. The vehicle was unveiled at the 2008 Guangzhou Motor Show. The production version then went on sale in January 2009. Launch models included a 2.0 TFSI with 132 kW (180 hp) and the 3.2 FSI with 195 kW (265 hp).
A4 allroad quattro
|
|
The A4 allroad quattro features a wider track, increased ground clearance, quattro permanent four-wheel drive, a distinctive radiator grille, stainless steel underbody guards and roof rails.
The A4 allroad quattro was made available in early summer 2009. The car was unveiled in 2009 Geneva Motor Show.
Specifications
Body styles
|
Body
|
Sedan
|
Avant
|
A4L
|
allroad
quattro
|
|
Year
|
2011-
|
2010-
|
2009
|
|
|
Luggage capacity
|
480 litres
(17.0 cu ft) with the rear seats in the upright position, and
962 L (34.0 cu ft) with the seats folded
|
490 L
(17.3 cu ft) with the rear seats upright, and 1,430 L
(50.5 cu ft) with the seats folded
|
?
|
|
|
Curb weight
|
1,410 kg
(3,109 lb) to 1,690 kg (3,726 lb)
|
1,470 kg
(3,241 lb) to 1,695 kg (3,737 lb)
|
?
|
Powertrain
The B8 powertrain options are the following: engines, transmissions and drivelines: (All United Kingdom specification unless stated otherwise). (for South Africa specification). (for Australia specification). (for New Zealand specification).
|
Model
|
Engine code
|
Years
|
Displacement / type
|
Power @rpm
|
Torque@rpm
|
|
Petrol engines
|
|||||
|
1.8
TFSI
|
CABA/CDHA
|
2008-
|
1,798 cc
(110 cu in) 16v I4 turbo
|
160 PS
(118 kW; 158 hp) @4500-6200
|
250 Nm
(184 lbft) @1500-4500
|
|
1.8
TFSI, 1.8 TFSI quattro
|
CABB/CDHB
|
2007-
|
1,798 cc
(110 cu in) 16v I4 turbo
|
160 PS
(118 kW; 158 hp) @4500-6200
|
250 Nm
(184 lbft) @1500-4500
|
|
2.0
TFSI
|
CDNB
|
2008-
|
1,984 cc
(121.1 cu in) 16v I4 turbo
|
180 PS
(132 kW; 178 hp) @4000-6000
|
320 Nm
(236 lbft) @1500-3900
|
|
2.0
TFSI, 2.0 TFSI quattro
|
CDNC
|
2008-
|
1,984 cc
(121 cu in) 16v I4 turbo
|
211 PS
(155 kW; 208 hp) @4300-6000
|
350 Nm
(258 lbft) @1500-4200
|
|
3.2
FSI, 3.2 FSI quattro
|
CALA
|
2007-
|
3,197 cc
(195 cu in) 24v V6
|
265 PS
(195 kW; 261 hp) @6500
|
330 Nm
(243 lbft) @3000-5000
|
|
S4
quattro/3.0 TFSI
|
CAKA
|
2009-
|
2,995 cc
(183 cu in) 24v V6 supercharged
|
333 PS
(245 kW; 328 hp) @5500-7000
|
440 Nm
(325 lbft) @2900-5300
|
|
Diesel engines
|
|||||
|
2.0
TDI
|
CAGC
|
2008-
|
1,968 cc
(120 cu in) 16v I4 turbo
|
120 PS
(88 kW; 118 hp) @4200
|
290 Nm
(214 lbft) @1750-2500
|
|
2.0
TDI e
|
CAGB
|
2009-
|
1,968 cc
(120 cu in) 16v I4 turbo
|
136 PS
(100 kW; 134 hp) @4200
|
320 Nm
(236 lbft) @1750-2500
|
|
2.0
TDI, 2.0 TDI quattro
|
CAGA
|
2007-
|
1,968 cc
(120 cu in) 16v I4 variable geometry turbo
|
143 PS
(105 kW; 141 hp) @4200
|
320 Nm
(236 lbft) @1750-2500
|
|
2.0
TDI, 2.0 TDI quattro
|
CAHA
|
2008-
|
1,968 cc
(120 cu in) 16v I4 variable geometry turbo
|
170 PS
(125 kW; 168 hp) @4200
|
350 Nm
(258 lbft) @1750-2500
|
|
2.7
TDI
|
CAMA/CGKA
|
2007-
|
2,698 cc
(165 cu in) 24v V6 turbo
|
190 PS
(140 kW; 187 hp) @3500-4400
|
400 Nm
(295 lbft) @1400-3250
|
|
3.0
TDI quattro
|
CAPA/CCWA
|
2007-
|
2,967
cc (181 cu in) 24v V6 turbo
|
240 PS
(177 kW; 237 hp) @4000-4400
|
500 Nm
(369 lbft) @1500-3000
|
The quattro permanent four-wheel drive system uses the latest Torsen T-3 centre differential, with a default 40:60 front to rear asymmetric torque distribution ratio (used first on the B7 RS4) as standard. (Previous A4 quattro models split torque with a default front:rear 50:50). The additional torque bias applied to the rear wheels helps mimic the driving dynamics of rear wheel drive cars.
Audi was reported to stop offering 3.2L V6 models in 2010 model year, but still offers them as of August 2011 (Germany).
All petrol engines use Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI), and all diesel engines use the common rail fuel delivery (with a pressure of 1,600 bars (23,000 psi)), with piezo injectors of their Turbocharged Direct Injection engines.
Transmissions
In 2000, Audi announced the seven-speed dual-clutch S tronic transmission as option for A4 in UK and European markets.
All A4L models include Speed 8 multitronic continuously variable/manual transmission, except for A4L 3.2 FSI quattro, which includes Tiptronic automatic transmission.
Volkswagen settled a class-action lawsuit in 2013 involving the failures of the CVT transmission in its Audi A4 and A6 automobiles for model years 2002-2006.
Performance
|
Vehicle model, transmission
|
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
(62 mph) (s)
(saloon) |
top speed (saloon)
|
CO2 emissions (g/km) (saloon)
(Directive 80/1268/EEC) |
notes
|
|
Petrol engines
|
||||
|
1.8 TFSI, 6-speed Manual
|
10.5
|
209 km/h (130 mph)
|
164
|
|
|
1.8 TFSI, 6-speed Manual
|
8.6
|
225 km/h (140 mph)
|
164
|
|
|
1.8 TFSI, 8-speed Multitronic CVT
|
8.6
|
250 km/h (155 mph)
|
169
|
|
|
2.0 TFSI, 8-speed Multitronic CVT
|
8.2
|
236 km/h (147 mph)
|
167
|
Aus/NZ/ZA
only |
|
2.0 TFSI, 6-speed Manual
|
6.9
|
250 km/h (155 mph)
(elec. limited) |
149
|
|
|
2.0 TFSI, 8-speed Multitronic CVT
|
6.9
|
241 km/h (150 mph)
|
167
|
|
|
2.0 TFSI quattro,
6-speed Manual |
6.6
|
246 km/h (153 mph)
|
169
|
|
|
2.0 TFSI quattro,
7-speed S tronic |
6.5
|
241 km/h (150 mph)
|
172
|
|
|
3.2 FSI, Multitronic CVT
|
6.5
|
250 km/h (155 mph)
(elec. limited) |
194
|
|
|
3.2 FSI quattro, 6-speed Manual
|
6.0
|
250 km/h (155 mph) (elec. limited)
|
213
|
|
|
3.2 FSI quattro, 6-speed Tiptronic
|
6.1
|
250 km/h (155 mph) (elec. limited)
|
215
|
|
|
Diesel engines (all common rail (CR) Turbocharged Direct Injection (TDI))
|
||||
|
2.0 TDI, 6-speed Manual
|
10.7
|
205 km/h (127 mph)
|
129
|
|
|
2.0 TDI, 6-speed Manual
|
9.4
|
215 km/h (134 mph)
|
134
|
|
|
2.0 TDI, 8-speed Multitronic CVT
|
9.4
|
215 km/h (134 mph)
|
149
|
|
|
2.0 TDI 6-speed Manual
|
8.3
|
230 km/h (143 mph)
|
134
|
|
|
2.0 TDI quattro,
6-speed Manual
|
8.3
|
226 km/h (140 mph)
|
149
|
|
|
2.7 TDI, 8-speed Multitronic CVT
|
7.7
|
226 km/h (140 mph)
|
167
|
|
|
3.0 TDI quattro,
6-speed Manual |
6.1
|
250 km/h (155 mph) (elec. limited)
|
172
|
|
|
3.0 TDI quattro, 6-speed Tiptronic
|
6.3
|
250 km/h (155 mph) (elec. limited)
|
182
|
|
Equipment
Standard equipment on the B8 A4 includes:
- LED daytime running lights (on some models);
- MMI system (Multi Media Interface) (multi-mode interface of driver information and entertainment systems); (3rd generation MMI expected in vehicles produced from week 22 of 2009)
- Electronic hand brake
- Speed sensitive power steering ('servotronic' - on some models)
Options:
- Audi Lane Assist (lane departure warning system);
- Audi Side Assist (blind spot monitor);
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC);
- Advanced Key (keyless entry and start);
- Bang & Olufsen sound system (505W);
- Advanced parking system front and rear with reversing camera;
- Navigation system with full MMI with 7-inch (180 mm) screen;
- Adaptive headlights (with cornering technology);
- Audi Drive Select;
Safety
Euro NCAP
The Audi A4 (B8) Euro NCAP crash tests ratings (pre-2009 testing):
- Adult occupant =
- Child occupant =
- Pedestrian =
Euro NCAP (2009 testing):
- Overall =
- Adult occupant = 93%
- Child occupant = 84%
- Pedestrian = 39%
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)
|
IIHS scores:
|
|
|
Moderate
overlap frontal offset
|
Good
|
|
Small
overlap frontal offset
|
Poor
|
|
Side
impact
|
Good
|
|
Roof
strength
|
Good
|
NHTSA
|
NHTSA 2012
A4 saloon FWD:
|
|
|
Overall:
|
|
|
Frontal
Driver:
|
|
|
Frontal
Passenger:
|
|
|
Side
Driver:
|
|
|
Side
Passenger:
|
|
|
Side
Pole Driver:
|
|
|
Rollover:
|
|
A4 TDI concept e (2008)
It includes a common rail 1,968 cc (120 cu in) TDI diesel engine rated at 120 PS (88 kW; 118 hp) and 290 Nm (210 lbft), a stop-start system and regenerative braking. It can achieve a fuel consumption of 3.99L/100 km (58.95 mpg) and CO2 output of 105 g/km. It can accelerate 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 10.7 seconds, with top speed of 206 km/h (128 mph).
Other features include electric motor-based power steering, revised aerodynamics, low-rolling resistance 225/45R17 tyres, and electric actuation of the rear brakes.
The car was unveiled in Paris Motor Show.
Facelift (2012 - present)
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|
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,+MY+2013,+facelifted,+US+version,+2.0T+quattro.Front+view..jpg "Audi A4 (B8), MY 2013, facelifted, US version, 2.0T quattro.Front view.")
,+MY+2013,+facelifted,+US+version,+2.0T+quattro.Rear+view.jpg "Audi A4 (B8), MY 2013, facelifted, US version, 2.0T quattro.Rear view")
Biofuel land speed record
In 2009, Hohenester Sport announced its modified HS 650 Audi B7 A4 quattro had set a new world speed record of the fastest biogas-powered car of 364.6 km/h (226.6 mph) at the test track in Papenburg, Lower Saxony, driven by Jürgen Hohenester. The vehicle includes a 3.0 litre twin-turbo V6 engine, with electronically limited 700 PS (515 kW; 690 bhp) rating.
Motorsport
A4 DTM
Main article: Audi A4 DTM
 |
| Audi A4 DTM |
Audi Sport re-entered the Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters (DTM) series in 2004 (after having privateer teams run the Abt Sportsline Audi TT-R) with a V8 engined silhouette racing car resembling the A4 saloon, known as the Audi A4 DTM. A4 DTM cars are identified by Audi Sport "R"-prefix designations.
BTCC
The A4 was used in the 1996-1998 and 2011-2013 British Touring Car Championship season.ETCC
The A4 was used in the 2000-2001 European Super Touring Championship season.Italian touring cars
The A4 won the Italian Superturismo Championship in 1995 and 1996.STCC
Drivers in an A4 won the 2001, 2002, 2003 and 2006 Swedish Touring Car Championship season.STW
The A4 was entered into the 1995 Super Tourenwagen Cup season.RTCC
The car was used in the 2006 Russian Touring Car Championship.SCCA
The A4 was used in the SCCA World Challenge for several years.
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