Audi RS 4 Avant (B8) (facelift 2011) 4.2 FSI V8 (450 Hp) quattro S tronic
Audi RS 4:
The Audi RS 4 is the high-performance variant of the Audi A4 range produced by Audi Sport GmbH for AUDI AG, a division of the Volkswagen Group. It sits above the Audi S4 as the fastest, most sports-focused car based on the A4's "B" automobile platform. The RS 4 was reintroduced in 2012, based on the A4 Avant instead of the sedan as did the original model.
The original B5 version was produced only as an Avant, Audi's name for an estate car/station wagon. The second version, the B7, was released initially as a four-door five-seat saloon/sedan, with the Avant following a short while later. A two-door four-seat Cabriolet version was subsequently added....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Avant (B8) (facelift 2011) Overview:
Audi RS 4 (Avant (B8) (facelift 2011)). With 430 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1795 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.7 s). The top speed reaches 250 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • High-performance engine delivering 450 hp.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 4.7 sec.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 490 Liters.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 10.7 L/100 km combined.
- • 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(Avant (B9, facelift 2019): June, 2024 - ).
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| Brand: | Audi |
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| Model: | RS 4 |
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| Generation: | Avant (B8) (facelift 2011) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 4.2 FSI V8 (450 Hp) quattro S tronic |
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| Start of production: | May, 2012 |
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| End of production: | 2015 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 450 Hp @ 8250 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 108.1 Hp/l [62mm less] |
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| Torque: | 430 Nm @ 4000-6000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | CFSA More details about the engine CFSA |
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| Engine displacement: | 4163 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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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: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 9.7 l |
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| Coolant: | 9.7 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 84.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 92.8 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 12.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.6 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.5 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.7 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.7 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.7 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4 kg/Hp, 250.7 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.2 kg/Nm, 239.6 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.5 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1795 |
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| Max. weight: | 2345 |
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| Max. roof load: | 90 kg |
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| Max load: | 550 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1430 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 490 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4719 mm mm [62mm less] |
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| Width: | 1850 mm mm [16mm less] |
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| Height: | 1416 mm mm [5mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2813 mm mm [18mm less] |
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| Front track: | 1599 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1586 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.9 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 7 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | S tronic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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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 | 265/35 R19 |
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| Wheel rims size | 9J x 19 |
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| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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| Rear suspension | Independent on trapezoidal lever |
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