Audi S4 Engine Specs: The S4 Avant comes outfitted with a 4.2 liter, 8-cylinder motor that uses 40 valves. The engine, manufactured by Volkswagen, is teamed up with a Volkswagen 6-speed transaxle. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Audi.

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

S4 Avant Statistics

The dimensions of the S4 Avant are 77.40 inches wide by 168.70 inches long. It sits a comfortable 56.00 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 101.50 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The standard warranty period for the S4 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the wagon market.

The listed retail price in 2008 (MSRP) was $25,930, with an invoice cost of $24,115. This price is above average of the industry average price for a four-door Wagon.

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel is handled for the S4 is a Bosch ME-7 design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is managed by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 14.50 gallons.

The S4 Avant received a miles-per-gallon rating of twenty one in-city driving and twenty nine when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was subpar.

Conclusion

The 2008 model year was unsuccessful for the Audi S4. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Avant version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..

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

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