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  • Audi Exclusive Shows One-Off RS 4 Avant Peridot Metallic

    Audi-RS-4-Avant-Peridot-Metallic-THUMBAudi Exclusive has unveiled online the unique RS4 Avant finished in exclusive Peridot Metallic paint finish. The car has been prepared for a private customer, who has paid extra money to get their RS4 Avant customized. The customizing division of the automaker has released a set of images, which you can view below, but didn’t leave any words on what it has done. The highlight was put on the on-off paint finish, but as we can see there is more that the specialists have done.Another striking design feature, which immediately catches the glance, is the matte black alloy wheels. In black are decided the mirror caps, grille frame and tailpipe surrounds. The Peridot theme is also found in the interior, and it is visible in the door panels, center console and leather/Alcantara seets with Peridot green shells.Even the stitching is in the same shade. The same color is also present in the stitching, while the Audi Exclusive badging is what rounds out the cabin of the RS4 Avant.There is no information on engine modifications, so this means that the engine is the standard 4.2-liter V8, which produces 450 horsepower (444hp) and 430 Nm (317 lb-ft) of torque. It is coupled with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and features a quattro all-wheel drive system.This enables the car to cover the acceleration sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds before reaching the top speed of 280 km/h (174 mph). The combined fuel consumption is estimated at 10,7 l/100 km, while the CO2 emissions are at 249 g/km.

    Audi RS 4 Avant Peridot Metallic
    Audi RS 4 Avant Peridot Metallic
    Audi RS 4 Avant Peridot Metallic
    Audi RS 4 Avant Peridot Metallic
    Audi RS 4 Avant Peridot Metallic
    Audi RS 4 Avant Peridot Metallic
    Audi RS 4 Avant Peridot Metallic
    Audi RS 4 Avant Peridot Metallic

  • 2014 Audi RS4 Avant Nogaro – EU Price €87,300

    Audi has unveiled the 2014 RS4 Avant Nogaro celebrating the 20th anniversary of the first RS model – the Avant RS2 (Audi 80 B4). The RS4 Avant Nogaro will hit the market in the beginning of this year, and will make its official debut at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show. It boasts a Nogaro blue paint finish and exclusive equipment.

    The customized Nogaro blue, pearl effect paint finish is the most salient visual signal of the anniversary model, and is also reminiscent of the RS2. The frame and use of the Singleframe grille, as well as the window slot trims, are painted high-gloss black, and the roof rails matt black. The RS sport exhaust system terminates in two oval, high-gloss black tailpipe trims.

    The engine of the new RS4 is a naturally-aspirated 4.2 liter V8 – 450HP (331 kW) and 430Nm (317 lb-ft) of torque. The power is put on the road through 7-speed dual-clutch S tronic transmission and Quattro AWD system. 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds and a top speed of 280 km/h (174 mph). The combined fuel consumption is just 10.7 l / 100 km (22 mpg US) with 249 g/km CO2.

    2014 Audi RS4 Avant Nogaro rolls 20” alloy wheels fitted with 265/30 R20 tires. Behind them, there are red brake calipers and carbon fiber ceramic discs available as an option (pretty expensive one). The Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) offers a sport mode and can also be entirely deactivated as required.

    The interior boasts black and blue theme with Alcantara and Valcona leather. There are also on inlays and special badges on the gear lever and the side sills.

    The RS4 Avant Nogaro has a price tag of €87,300.

    Check the full press in the gallery including data for the legendary Audi 80 B4 Avant RS2.

    2014 Audi RS4 Avant Nogaro
    2014 Audi RS4 Avant Nogaro
    2014 Audi RS4 Avant Nogaro
    2014 Audi RS4 Avant Nogaro
    2014 Audi RS4 Avant Nogaro
    2014 Audi RS4 Avant Nogaro
    2014 Audi RS4 Avant Nogaro

    Source: Audi

  • New Audi RS 4 Avant

    Audi-RS4-Avant-thumbIt has been 3 years since the RS4 got off Audi’s production line but today we can indulge ourselves once again in the roar of a V8, shelled by a familiar body – It’s the new Audi RS4. The resurrection kicks off with an Avant version which is here to show it’s rivalries what’s what.

    The RS4 is back with a bang as it gets the powertrain usually found in the RS5 Coupe – a hand-built 4.1 liter plant, producing 450 PS at 8,250 rpm and 430 Nm of torque from 4,000 to 6,000 rpm. In true RS tradition, that power goes trough a permanent Quattro AWD system. The ‘permanent’ term however, should not scare you off as the Quattro in the latest RS4 is exceptionally flexible – it incoroprates a self-locking crown-gear centre differential that allows up to 85 percent of the power to go to the rear axle or up to 70 towards the front wheels. By default, one would find that the power bias ratio is 40:60 in favor of the back wheels. So for the people who like to travel sideways everywhere that is a relief.

    The whole power thing translates into a time of 4.7 seconds for the 0 to 60 mph sprint and a top speed of 174 mph (limited to 155 mph). Stunning performance, keeping in mind that this estate returns 25.7mpg on the combined cycle.

    Compared to the standard A4, the RS4 is 20 mm lower thanks to the truly complex suspension – a five-link set-up at the front and a self-tracking trapezoidal-link rear assembly. We don’t know what all that means but chances are its beneficial. The power steering is clever too. It has a conscious mind that takes into account the current speed of the car to determine the steering firmness.

    Audi RS4 Avant (2013)
    Audi RS4 Avant (2013)

    The car sits on 19-inch (20-inch optional) wheels wrapped in four 265/35-series tires. The 10-spoke design of the wheels are rather revealing and it’s not like the Audi hasn’t got anything to hide. We are talking about internally vented wave disc brakes – an innovation in stopping power as the brakes are around 3 kg lighter (in total weight) and more heat-efficient due to their “wave” outer, perforated contour.

    Inside, black is the predominant finish with occasional carbon inlays and chrome clasps lining the switches and buttons. One would also find that the front sports seats are heated and that the driver information system has an RS menu with a lap timer.

    There are tons of other optional extras that might be worthwhile ticking – the Dynamic Ride Control ensures even more stability at high speeds and sharp bends and a sports exhaust system for that kid in everyone of us.

    Prices for the Audi RS4 are yet to be released and hopefully we’ll see the arrival of a sedan version so that everyone is happy. In the mean time do not hesitate to look around in the RS4 gallery.

    2013 Audi RS4 Avant
    2013 Audi RS4 Avant
    2013 Audi RS4 Avant
    2013 Audi RS4 Avant
    2013 Audi RS4 Avant

    Source: Audi