Audi A4/Audi S4/Audi RS4 (Typ 8K). 2007–15 (prod. n/a). 4-door saloon, 4-door LWB saloon, 5-door estate. F/F, F/A, 1798, 1984 cm³ petrol, 1968 cm³ diesel (I4 DOHC), 2995, 3197 cm³ petrol, 2698, 2967 cm³ diesel (V6 DOHC), 4163 cm³ (V8 DOHC). Full revision for A4 range (on to S5 floorpan) sees repositioned front axle and steering components, allowing for shorter front overhang, and more muscular, sporting lines replacing geometry of previous model. Avant estate announced 2008. Far better ride and handling, though power and grip not as readily delivered as with BMW rival.

Manufacturing locations: Ingolstadt, Bayern, Germany; Changchun, Jilin, China

Marque: Audi | Model: Audi A4 | Predecessor: Audi A4 (B7) | Successor: Audi A4 (B9)

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