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The Audi A4 is a compact executive car produced since late 1994 by the German car manufacturer Audi. Audi 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 Audi’s new MLB platform which is currently exclusive to Audi and not shared by models outside the Audi brand, including any from VW.
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.
Audi A4 Efficiency
At Audi, doing less is something we’re trying to do more of. We’re working to use less fuel, release less CO2 and waste less energy. It’s why we’ve incorporated a number of more efficient technologies into the Audi A4.
Recuperation
When a vehicle brakes, the discs convert the kinetic energy into thermal energy, which is wasted as it cannot be used. With a recuperation system, like the one in the Audi A4, the kinetic energy is converted into useful electrical energy. The way it works is simple. While the car is coasting or braking, the alternator voltage is raised above the level of the basic electrical system, which enables the alternator to generate electrical energy and store it temporarily in the battery. When the vehicle accelerates, this energy is used to relieve the load on the alternator, resulting in a fuel saving of up to 3%.
Gear-change indicator
Small changes to your driving style can have a big impact on your fuel economy. The gear-change indicator in the Audi A4 is there to indicate the optimum gear to use for any given speed, encouraging early upshifts to ensure you don’t burn more fuel than is necessary.
Efficiency programme
The Driver’s Information System in the Audi A4 is available with a special efficiency programme, which offers up-to-the-minute advice on ways to help improve fuel economy as you drive. It also shows you which items in your car are using energy, and how much they are using, so you can make an informed choice about which ones to switch off.
Aerodynamics
A car’s shape can have a significant effect on its efficiency. It’s why we’ve worked to make the Audi A4 as aerodynamic as possible.
Engines
Petrol
FSI® direct-injection technology is a unique Audi innovation that was originally developed for the Le Mans 24-hour endurance race to deliver more power and torque, as well as enhanced fuel efficiency. Precisely the right amount of fuel and air are injected into the combustion chambers, enabling the engine to ‘breathe’ more easily. It results in reduced heat loss and increased output, with around a 15% reduction in fuel consumption and significantly lower exhaust emissions. We’ve also developed TFSI®, with either turbocharging or supercharging, which combines FSI® technology with forced induction – giving cars an extra injection of power.
Diesel
We introduced TDI® to the roads in 1989, marking a departure from the noisy, fuel-thirsty diesel engines of the past. And since then, we’ve continuously refined it, recently developing common-rail technology. Under this system, a series of piezo injectors use electrical charge to precisely control the amount of fuel injected into the engine. As well as reducing noise, this allows combustion to happen at a lower temperature, with less oxygen, which lowers emissions.
Transmissions
multitronic®
Translating a driver’s preferences and intentions into road performance, the multitronic® transmission system entertains no compromises – whether in terms of dynamism, convenience or economy. multitronic® automatic transmission is available on models without quattro® permanent all-wheel-drive. A continuously variable transmission, multitronic® can transmit up to 400 Nm of torque and permits an exceptionally wide range of gear ratios. The result is smooth, powerful acceleration and a high level of driving comfort. And thanks to its lightweight design and a number of advanced electronic control systems that monitor gradient, road conditions and the way the driver is using the accelerator pedal, multitronic® also plays an instrumental role in reducing fuel consumption.
tiptronic
The 6-speed tiptronic transmission system is a form of automatic transmission available on Audi models with quattro® permanent all-wheel-drive. The technology converts high-torque engine power into both sporty performance and operating convenience, with crisp, fast gear changes, reduced weight and an optimised gearshift strategy. More spontaneous gear changes are a particular benefit, especially when down-shifting. Both in the ‘D’ (Drive) and ‘S’ (Sport) programme, the advanced electronics used in tiptronic respond efficiently to every driver input, helping to prevent unwanted upshifts when cornering.
S tronic®
Driving is all about thinking ahead, which is just what the S tronic® dual-clutch transmission does. It works almost as two separate systems, one engaging the odd-numbered and the other the even-numbered gears. So when you’re accelerating in second, it has third gear waiting for you. And once you make the switch, it’s already thinking about fourth. With two clutches working together, you can change gears almost instantly while experiencing smooth, uninterrupted power.
quattro®
It’s the technology that has given Audi the edge on the racetrack ever since it was first introduced over 30 years ago – a technology that delivers ultimate control whilst enhancing the sporty characteristics which make the Audi A4 so thrilling to drive. It’s called quattro® permanent all-wheel-drive. The principle is simple: in the same way that four brakes ensure better deceleration, four permanently-driven wheels deliver better acceleration and road-holding, pushing or pulling the car as needed, for a driving experience that’s both dynamic and safe.
In the Audi A4, asymmetric dynamic torque distribution continuously distributes drive power between the front and rear axles depending on weather conditions, road surface and gradient, which increases flexibility for an enhanced, sportier drive.
A4 Standard model equipment
All A4 models have the following items of standard equipment
Engine
Automatic Start-Stop function for greater fuel and CO2 efficiency (only available on the 2.0 TDI and 2.0 TFSI manual engines)
Recuperation for optimal energy utilisation Misfuelling inhibition for diesel engines
Wheels, tyres and suspension
16” x 7.5J ‘7-arm’ design alloy wheels with 225/55 R16 tyres and locking wheel bolts (not on Avant 2.0 TDIe models)
16” x 7J ‘6-arm’ design alloy wheels with 205/60 R16 low rolling resistance tyres and locking wheel bolts (only on Avant
2.0 TDIe model) Space-saver spare wheel
2.0 TDI/TDIe 136PS models feature Sports suspension lowered by 20mm
Seats
Cosinus cloth seats with manual height adjustment
Split-folding rear seats
Safety and security
ESP (including limited-slip differential on front-wheel-drive models) First aid kit
Front and rear fog lights Front and rear ISOFIX seats with front passenger airbag deactivation switch
Front side airbags Headlight range adjustment Thatcham category 1 alarm and immobiliser Toolkit and car jack Warning triangle
Interior equipment
1-zone climate control 12V power socket in boot 4-spoke leather steering wheel Door sill trims in Aluminium optic Driver’s Information System (DIS) with
energy-saving tips feature, including gearshift indicator Electric front and rear windows Electromechanical parking brake Front and rear floor mats Intelligent key Micrometallic inlays
Rear armrest Steering column adjustment for rake and reach
Servotronic speed-related power-assisted steering
Exterior equipment
Auto-opening boot lid (Saloon models only)
Exterior mirrors – electrically operated and heated Front grille – Black gloss on 3.0 TDI® and
3.2 FSI®, Stone grey on all others Halogen daytime-running lights Roof rails in bright finish (Avant models only) Exhaust pipes – 4-cylinder models have two
exhaust pipes on the left hand side. 6-cylinder models and the 2.0 TFSI® Avant model have one exhaust pipe on each side
Audio and communication
Audi Chorus audio system – single CD player with 6.5” monochrome display
6 loudspeakers (80 Watts)
Wheels, tyres and suspension
17” x 7.5J ‘7-arm’ design alloy wheels with 225/50 R17 tyres and locking wheel bolts.
2.0 TDIe Avant models feature low rolling resistance tyres
Audio and communication
Audi Concert radio. Single CD with MP3
compatibility, colour centre console screen,
SD memory card reader and AUX-IN socket
in centre console
Audi sound system speaker package, 10
speakers including subwoofer (180 Watts)
Mobile telephone preparation –
Bluetooth interface
Safety and security
Automatic headlight operation Automatic windscreen wipers Rear acoustic parking system
Exterior equipment
Exterior aluminium package
Interior equipment
4-spoke leather multi-function steering wheel Acoustic windscreen Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
Aluminium Hologram inlays Colour Driver’s Information System (DIS) with energy-saving tips including gearshift indicator
Cruise control Deluxe 3-zone climate control with separate air distribution and digital display for driver and front passenger. System includes
air-conditioning controls in the rear centre console for rear passenger compartment Front centre armrest including 12V
power socket Interior chrome package
Technik model equipment
In addition to SE model equipment
Interior equipment
Milano leather upholstery
Audio and communication
Satellite Navigation system – DVD-based Audi Music Interface
Safety and security
Audi parking system plus
Audi parking system plus Satellite Navigation system – DVD-based
*Valid for new vehicle orders placed up to and including 30 September 2011. Offers subject to availability
RRP – Recommended Retail Price. VAT is calculated at 20% but this may alter to reflect any change in the applicable VAT rate.
S line model equipment
In addition to SE model equipment
Wheels, tyres and suspension
18” x 8J ‘5-spoke’ S line design alloy
wheels with 245/40 R18 tyres Sports suspension 20mm lower than Standard (S line suspension 30mm lower than Standard – available in lieu of Sports suspension at no charge)
Interior equipment
3-spoke S line multi-function steering wheel (paddle shift for automatic models) Black headlining Matt-brushed aluminium inlays
Perforated leather gear knob S line embossed Sports seats in cloth/ leather combination
S line sill plates
Exterior equipment
Bumper ‘blade’ in Platinum optic Chrome fog light surround Chrome rolled exhaust S line exterior styling package including:
S line side skirts
S line front bumper
S line rear diffuser
S line badges on wings Rear LED lights Roof spoiler (Avant models only) Xenon headlights with LED
daytime-running lights
Additional upholstery information
Option of black or silver stitching to upholstery, steering wheel, gearshift gaiters and floor mats
RRP – Recommended Retail Price. VAT is calculated at 20% but this may alter to reflect any change in the applicable VAT rate.
Black Edition model equipment
In addition to S line model equipment
Basic RRP
£1,041.67
Total RRP inc VAT
£1,250.00*
Bang & Olufsen sound system
Wheels, tyres and suspension
19” x 8.5J ‘5-arm rotor’ design titanium finish alloy wheels with 255/35 R19 tyres
Audio and communication
Audi Music Interface Bang & Olufsen sound system DAB digital radio
Safety and security
Audi parking system plus (Saloon models only)
Exterior equipment
Black styling package – radiator grille-frame in highly polished black, with radiator grille, number plate holder, front fog light surround and window surround in matt black. Avant models include black roof rails
Privacy glass, dark tinted from B pillar backwards (Avant models only)
Interior equipment
Piano Finish black inlays
*Valid for new vehicle orders placed up to and including 30 September 2011. Offers subject to availability
A4 allroad model equipment
In addition to A4 Avant quattro® SE model equipment
Basic RRP
£837.50
Total RRP inc VAT
£1,005.00
Wheels, tyres and suspension
18” x 8J ‘10-spoke’ design alloy wheels with 245/45 R18 tyres 37mm suspension lift over standard A4 Collapsible spare wheel Off-road detection system (ORD)
Seats
Tundra cloth
Interior equipment
Load and rail system Storage package Full-length load mat Micrometallic inlays
Exterior equipment
Off-road aluminium package Headlight washers
RRP – Recommended Retail Price. VAT is calculated at 20% but this may alter to reflect any change in the applicable VAT rate.
S4 quattro® equipment – in addition to SE model equipment
One look at its muscular body styling, 18” alloy wheels and subtle S4 badging, and it’ll come as no surprise that the Audi S4 features a powerful 3.0-litre V6 supercharged engine, capable of taking you from 0 to 62mph in
5.1 seconds. And from the comfort and stability of a stylish Alcantara/leather Sports seat, you can sit back and enjoy every single unit of this engine’s 333PS capability – not to mention the roadholding of quattro® permanent all-wheel-drive.
But sleek styling and powerful performance in the S4 don’t come at the expense of functional, driver-oriented specifications. Simple yet thoughtful touches, such as the matt-brushed aluminium inlays, S instrument dials and electric front Sports seats have been included to ensure that your life runs as smoothly as your Audi does.
Wheels, tyres and suspension
18” x 8.5J ‘5-double-spoke S’ design alloy wheels with 245/40 R18 tyres
Seats
Sports seats with electric adjustment and lumbar support
Leather/Alcantara upholstery
Safety and security
‘S’ model enhanced braking system
Interior equipment
3-spoke ‘S’ Sports multi-function leather steering wheel (with aluminium-look paddle shift on S tronic® models)
Aluminium scuff plates Interior lighting package Inlays in matt-brushed aluminium ‘S’ instrument cluster
Exterior equipment
4-oval, twin tailpipes, in chrome finish Aluminium-effect door mirror housings Integrated boot-lid spoiler (Saloon
models only) LED tail-lights Painted brake callipers with S4 logo
(on front brakes only)
Platinum grey matt grille with vertical bars and chrome inserts Roof spoiler (Avant models only) ‘S’ front and rear bumpers and side skirt Xenon headlights with LED
daytime-running lights
Optional S4 Super Sports seats ‘S’ instrument dial
Platinum grey matt grille with vertical bars and chrome inserts