Audi S4 8E,B6 4.2i V8 (344 Hp) quattro
Audi S4:
The Audi S4 is the high performance variant of Audi's compact executive car A4. The original Audi S4, built from 1991 until 1994, was a performance-oriented version of Audi's 100 saloon/sedan. All subsequent S4s, beginning with the "B5" platform car in 1997, have been based on the Audi A4; and as the A4 has evolved from one generation to the next, so has the S4. Audi's platform generation names, beginning with "B5" in 1997, are used throughout to distinguish between generations/evolutions of these products....(Read more on Wikipedia)
8E,B6 Overview:
Audi S4 (8E,B6). With 410 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1660 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 5.6 s). The top speed reaches 250 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:
- • High-performance engine delivering 344 hp.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 6.2 sec.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 12.6 L/100 km combined.
- • Compact cargo space (246 L); may require careful packing.
- • Meets EURO 4 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(B9, facelift 2019: January, 2020 - ).
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| Brand: | Audi |
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| Model: | S4 |
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| Generation: | 8E,B6 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 4.2i V8 (344 Hp) quattro |
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| Start of production: | March, 2003 |
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| End of production: | December, 2004 |
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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: | 344 Hp @ 7000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 82.6 Hp/l [195mm less] |
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| Torque: | 410 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | BBK More details about the engine BBK |
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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: | 5 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 9 l |
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| Coolant: | 12 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: | 11:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 19.5 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 13.3 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.6 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.6 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.8 kg/Hp, 207.2 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4 kg/Nm, 247 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.3 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1660 |
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| Max. weight: | 2210 |
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| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
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| Max load: | 550 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 720 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 445 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4575 mm mm [195mm less] |
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| Width: | 1781 mm mm [66mm less] |
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| Height: | 1415 mm mm [14mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2651 mm mm [174mm less] |
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| Front track: | 1516 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1512 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.5 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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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 | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 235/40 R18 |
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| Wheel rims size | 8J x 18 |
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| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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| Rear suspension | Independent on trapezoidal lever |
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