Audi NZ launches three variants of popular A4
The A4 facelift sedan is priced from $75,900. Photo: Audi
It continues to be a busy year for Audi New Zealand with yet another vehicle launched, this time it's a facelift A4 sedan and wagon plus a RS version.
In 2020, Audi NZ will launch 27 new or facelift cars or variants, giving Kiwi customers a huge variety of choices; from hatchbacks to large SUVs.
This month, it’s the A4 that heads into Audi dealerships, with a sedan, Avant (wagon) and performance Avant.
The A4’s exterior has a new design language in mind and the interior with a large MMI touch display. The engine now with mild-hybrid systems (MHEV) means efficiency and comfort.
The A4 40 TFSI S Line has a petrol-powered 2.0 TFSI engine with 140 kW and 320 Nm of torque. The A4 45 TFSI quattro S Line, only available as the Avant has a 2.0 TFSI engine with180 kW and 370 Nm of torque. Both engines sporting breathtaking performance with reduced emissions thanks to the mild-hybrid system. This broad-based electrification makes an important contribution in everyday use reducing fuel consumption by up to 0.3 litres per 100 kilometres.
The A4 Avant is priced from $79,500. Photo: Dillion Photography
The sporty balanced suspension ideally harmonises with the character of the Audi A4. The A4 40 TFSI model has sports suspension as standard and the A4 45 TFSI model has sports suspension with damping control as standard. This reduces the ride height by 22mm and offers a more dynamic set up, it underscores the sporty character while maintaining comfort.
Audi New Zealand, General Manager, Dean Sheed, says, “The next evolution of the Audi A4 combines a sophisticated and sporty new design with the latest in Audi technology and performance. With so many new features on offer , we know this model will bring strong interest from our customers”.
The Audi A4 40 TFSI S Line is priced from $75,900 for the sedan, or from $79,500 for the Avant. The Audi A4 45 TFSI quattro S Line Avant model is priced from $94,900.
The redesigned Audi RS 4 Avant accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in just 4.1 seconds, with the twin turbo V6 engine producing an impressive 600 Nm of torque and top speeds of 250km/h. With the latest generation in driver assistance systems, the car is suitable for both every day driving and long-distance road trips, all with the power of a quattro driving system.
“The high-performance RS 4 Avant is widely regarded as one of the best concepts in Audi’s 25 year history and it is now available in New Zealand in the 2020 design, “ said Sheed.
The Audi RS 4 Avant accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds. Photo: Audi
“Combining consistent sportiness with unlimited everyday usability, it’s an ideal car for New Zealand conditions and the previous model has consistently been one of our best-sellers. We can’t wait to share the latest revamp and design enhancements with our customers.”
The front section of the new RS 4 Avant was completely redesigned. The Singleframe is wider and flatter as compared to the base model. It also features the three-dimensional honeycomb structure in gloss black that is typical for the RS model series. To give it a clean look, the new eggcrate grille with the RS 4 emblem is inserted directly into the bumper with large lateral air inlets and vertical flaps.
