Audi A4 B8 8K, facelift 2011 2.0 T (214 Hp) Multitronic
Audi A4:
The Audi A4 is a line of luxury compact executive cars produced from 1994 to 2025 by the German car manufacturer Audi, a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group. The A4 has been built in five generations and is based on the Volkswagen Group 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, B8, and the B9.
The B8 and B9 versions of the A4 are built on the Volkswagen Group MLB platform shared with several models and brands across the Volkswagen Group. The Audi A4 automobile layout consists of a front-engine design, 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 sedan and station wagon. Historically, the second and third generations of the A4 also included a convertible version. For the B8 and B9 versions, the convertible, along with a new coupé and 5-door liftback variant, was spun-off by Audi into a new nameplate called the Audi A5....(Read more on Wikipedia)
B8 8K, facelift 2011 Overview:
Audi A4 (B8 8K, facelift 2011). With 350 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1590 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7 s). The top speed reaches 209 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (177 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 7.9 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 5.3 L/100 km.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 490 Liters.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Cons:
- • Meets EURO 5 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B8 8K, facelift 2011: 2011 - 2015).
| General: |
| Brand: | Audi |
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| Model: | A4 |
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| Generation: | B8 8K, facelift 2011 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 T (214 Hp) Multitronic |
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| Start of production: | 2012 |
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| End of production: | 2013 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 214 Hp @ 4300-6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 107.9 Hp/l [Same length.] |
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| Torque: | 350 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | CAEB, CPMA More details about the engine CAEB, CPMA |
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| Engine displacement: | 1984 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4.6 l |
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| Coolant: | 7 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 92.8 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 209 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.4 kg/Hp, 134.6 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.5 kg/Nm, 220.1 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.7 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1590 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 962 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 480 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4701 mm mm [Same length.] |
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| Width: | 1826 mm mm [Same width.] |
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| Height: | 1427 mm mm [Same height.] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2808 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Width including mirrors: | 2040 mm |
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| Front track: | 1564 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1551 mm |
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| Front overhang: | 862 mm |
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| Rear overhang: | 1031 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.5 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | Multitronic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 245/45 R17 |
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| Wheel rims size | 17 |
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| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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| Rear suspension | Independent on trapezoidal lever |
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