Audi A4 B9 8W, facelift 2019 40 TDI (190 Hp) quattro S tronic


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)

B9 8W, facelift 2019 Overview:

Audi A4 (B9 8W, facelift 2019). With 400 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.75 l/100km). With a weight of 1585 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.4 s). The top speed reaches 210 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 (136 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • Respectable acceleration of 9.5 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
  • • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 3.9 L/100 km.
  • • Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.

Cons:



    Specifications:

    Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B8 8K: May, 2008 - 2011).

    General:
    Brand:Audi
    Model:A4
    Generation:B9 8W, facelift 2019
    Modification (Engine):40 TDI (190 Hp) quattro S tronic
    Start of production:May, 2019
    End of production:August, 2020
    Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
    Body type:Sedan
    Seats:5
    Doors:4
    Engine:
    Engine systems:Particulate filter
    Power:190 Hp @ 3800-4200 rpm. Same horsepower
    Power per litre:96.5 Hp/l [59mm more]
    Torque:400 Nm @ 1750-3000 rpm.
    Engine Model/Code:DESA, DETA More details about the engine DESA, DETA
    Engine displacement:1968
    Number of cylinders:4
    Engine configuration:Inline
    Fuel injection system:Diesel Commonrail
    Engine aspiration:Turbocharger, Intercooler
    Engine oil capacity:4.7 l
    Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
    Performance:
    Fuel Type:Diesel
    Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:5.6-5.9 l/100 km
    Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:4.5-4.9 l/100 km
    Combined fuel consumption (WLTP):5.8-6.2 l/100 km
    Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:4.9-5.3 l/100 km
    Emission standard:Euro 6d - TEMP - EVAP - ISC
    Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:7.4 sec
    Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:7.4 sec
    Maximum speed:210 km/h
    Weight-to-power ratio:8.3 kg/Hp, 119.9 Hp/tonne
    Weight-to-torque ratio:4 kg/Nm, 252.4 Nm/tonne
    Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:7 sec
    Space:
    Kerb Weight:1585
    Max. weight:2160
    Max. roof load:90 kg
    Max load:575
    Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):1800 kg
    Fuel tank capacity:58 l
    Permitted trailer load without brakes:750 kg
    Permitted towbar download:80 kg
    Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%):2000 kg
    Size:
    Length:4762 mm mm [59mm more]
    Width:1847 mm mm [21mm more]
    Height:1428 mm mm [1mm more]
    Wheelbase:2820 mm mm [12mm more]
    Width including mirrors:2022 mm
    Front track:1572 mm
    Rear (Back) track:1555 mm
    Front overhang:899 mm
    Rear overhang:1043 mm
    Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):11.6 m [above average]
    Powertrain:
    Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle.
    Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
    Number of gears7
    Transmission typeAutomatic
    Gearbox typeS tronic
    Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
    Rear brakesDisc [above average]
    Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
    Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
    Power steeringElectric Steering
    Front suspensionIndependent multi-link suspension
    Rear suspensionIndependent multi-link suspension

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