The S4 Avant is equipped with a Volkswagen 4.2 liter eight-cylinder engine that utilizes 40 valves. The engine is mated to a Volkswagen 6-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Audi.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The S4 comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Statistics

The S4 is 179.00 inches long, 69.50 inches wide, and 56.20 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 104.30 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.

There is a 50,000 mile, 48 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000/48 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

The listed retail price in 2004 (MSRP) was $45,650, with a dealer invoice cost of $41,166. This price is in line with the industry average price for a four-door Wagon.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2004 S4 is a Bosch ME-7 system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

The S4 Avant received a miles-per-gallon rating of fifteen in-city driving and twenty one when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

Parting Shots

The 2003 model began the promise of the Audi S4. The 2004 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Audi hopes that the S4 Avant will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

Tags: 4-Door, Audi S4, Avant, United States market, Wagon

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