Audi announces an expansion of the A4
At the heart of the two new S models from Audi is a newly conceptualised 3.0 TFSI engine. The turbo V6 engine produces a hefty torque of 500 Nm and accelerates the Audi S4 from 0 to 100 kph in 4.7 seconds.
In the NEDC cycle, the S4 Saloon only consumes 7.4 litres of fuel per 100km, which equates to less than 170 grams CO2 per kilometre and an annual road tax bill of €570.
Audi says the quattro permanent all-wheel drive makes a large contribution to the sporty handling of the S4 and S4 Avant cars. In normal driving, it distributes engine forces with a slight emphasis of the rear wheels — if necessary the majority of forces can be directed to the axle with better traction. The optional sport differential actively distributes torque between the rear wheels.
The company also maintains the appearance of the new S4 models is sporty but not ostentatious. The bumper, air inlets and side sills feature distinctive contours. The exterior mirror housings shine with an aluminium look.
The rear bumper integrates a black honeycomb grille, aluminium diffuser trim and four tailpipes. An intelligent combination of materials makes the bodies very torsionally stiff, safe and lightweight. The new S4 Saloon with standard quattro drive weighs just 1,630 kg, 75kg less than the predecessor model.
Both new S4 models from Audi will arrive in Ireland in August 2016 and their extensive standard equipment will include LED headlights, LED tail lights with dynamic turn signal, 18inch wheels with S-specific design, front sport seats upholstered in an Alcantara/leather combination and a leather-trimmed 3spoke sport steering wheel with multifunction plus. Prices will be released prior to launch.
