The Audi RS 4 have squeezed their V8 motor

into this compact luxury sedan. The Audi RS

boasts a 313 Kw V8 attached to a fine-tuned

version of the Quattro all-wheel-drive system

that twists power to the rear wheels.

The RS 4 differs from the rather tame S4 via a

sporting chassis, larger brakes and 19-inch

wheels. These features creates a superb car in

all the areas: incredible acceleration, effective

braking and a superb ride and amazing

cornering ability.

The Audi RS 4 sedan is also available in a

Cabriolet version and like the S4, the

convertible version has less-padded sport

seats and a slightly different interior design.

As Stuttgart and Munich prepare for increasing

‘kilowatt battle’ with their respective new M3

and C63 AMG, Audi has a breath-taking

weapon ready for battle.

Standard features include

19-inch wheels with 255/35

high-performance tires,

Dynamic Ride Control

suspension, xenon

headlights, Recaro sport

seats with power

adjustment (the Cabriolet

has less aggressive, non-

Recaro seats) and front

seat heaters. Napa leather

upholstery, carbon-fibre

cabin trim, dual-zone

automatic climate control,

a 10-speaker audio system

with six-disc CD changer, a

sunroof (sedan) and rear

park assist are all

standard.

A six-speed manual

gearbox (the only

transmission offered)

sends the power to all

four wheels through

their ‘Quattro All-

Wheel-Drive System’

which has a 40/60

front-to-rear power

split in this

application.

The RS 4 does 100

kmh in 4.5 seconds

good enough to take-

on both the new BMW

M3 and Mercedes-

Benz’s C63 AMG.

Safety features include stability control, anti-

locking brakes, front-seat side airbags and full-

length head curtain airbags are all standard.

Audi consistently produces some of the finest

interiors with both models featuring

outstanding materials and efficient controls.

As a serious performance car, the sedan as

standard Recaro front seats.

Although the rear seat is fine for small

children, adult’s back-seaters are likely to

complain about a shortage of leg-room.

Apart from the amazing acceleration, the RS 4

makes a strong showing in the braking and

handling departments. Confidence and grip

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