The 2020 Audi A4 received a mid-cycle redesign that included not only a stunning aerodynamic facelift but also a tech upgrade that allows it to reach an astounding 155 mph. The performance of the 2019 model year A4 is outperformed by this by 25 mph.
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Is an Audi A4 a quick vehicle?
You can reach 130 mph on the racetrack in the base, entry-level A4 with the 40 TFSI front-wheel drive engine. This is made possible by the 2.0L 4-cylinder engine, which generates 236 lb-ft of torque and 188 horsepower.
The Audi A4 Turbo is quick.
This 3.0-liter V6 turbocharged engine produces 354 horsepower and is mated to an eight-speed automated transmission. It has a top speed of 155 mph and can sprint to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds.
Which Audi A4 is the fastest?
Germany seems to take tuning very seriously, despite its bizarre dedication to the mainstream warblings of ber-perms Kevin Keegan and “The Hof.”
The lowered, arched, and spoilered Essen motor show, which debuts on December 1, is evidence of this. Because this year’s showcase includes the world’s quickest Audi A4.
This 3-liter twin-turbo V6 sedan, tuned by Alfons Hohenhester, hit 216 mph at Nardo last month. With 650 horsepower and 531 pound-feet of torque, it can propel this total-traction vehicle from a stop to 62 mph in just 3.4 seconds.
What is faster, the Audi A3 or A4?
We’ll discuss both models’ more general aspects in this part. These include reliability, size, and performance. In general, the A4 is larger than the A3, the A4 performs better, but both are very comparable in terms of reliability. To make things clearer and illustrate the features and price differences between the two, we will discuss the 2022 Audi A3 and A4 for each of the themes.
Audi A3 vs A4 Dimensional Specs
Except for an additional inch of height that the A3 has above the A4 (as can be seen in the table), all of the qualities on the A4 are larger. While the A4 is categorized as a compact sedan, the A3 is a subcompact sedan. The A3 has less trunk and cargo room due to its lower size. In other words, the A4 will be more suited if you intend to carpool, serve as the designated driver in your friend group, have children, or have pets.
Audi A3 & A4 Performance
There are too many engine options on both models to write out 06 seconds, 1/4 mile, etc. in terms of performance. Therefore, for the performance comparisons, we will once more limit our attention to the base models.
Engines
The 2.0 TFSI (40 TFSI) engine that powers the new Audi A3 produces 201 horsepower and 221 pound-feet of torque. It boasts a seven-speed S tronic automatic transmission, Front-Wheel Drive, a 6.6-second 0-60 time, and a top speed of 130 mph. With a 13.2g fuel tank, the 2.0TFSI (40TFSI) engine achieves a combined mpg of 32 by getting 29 mpg in the city and 38 mpg on the highway.
The 2.0 TFSI engine in the new Audi A4 produces the same 201 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque. In contrast to the A3, the A4 includes quattro AWD extreme technology from Audi, the same seven-speed S tronic automatic transmission, a 0-60 time of 3.3 seconds, and a peak speed of 130 mph. With a 15.3g fuel tank, the 2.0 TFSI in the A4 achieves a combined mpg of 29 with 26 city and 34 highway mpg.
Tunability
We want to make sure to offer a brief summary of the engine tuning capabilities because certain of our readers may find this component to be crucial. Although we don’t know their exact capacities, both engines are simple to modify. Both vehicles have turbocharged engines, so an ECU tune would just cost a few hundred dollars to give them some serious power. The performance figures that could be seen with straightforward bolt-ons are laid out in our posts on “The 5 Best Audi A4 B9 Performance Mods” and “The 5 Best Audi A3 Mods.”
Audi A3
When it comes to reliability, the Audi A3 has a score that is average for its class. While other websites score it below average at 51.7 out of 100, with an average of 57, RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5. Given that it is a luxury German car, you should anticipate paying an average of $741 a year for maintenance. Start-stop system issues, engine misfires, high-pressure fuel pump failure, jolting automatic transmission, faulty fuel tank pump, and other issues are frequently encountered in A3s. Even though the A3 has a long list of frequent issues, many of them have lasted up to or past 250,000 miles.
All Audi A4s have turbo, right?
All A4 models (except from the S4) are powered by a 2.0-liter turbo-four engine, which sends power to Audi’s Quattro AWD system via a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. This engine now has 13 more horsepower and a 12 volt mild hybrid electrical system for 2021.
How strong is the Audi A4?
The A4 is available from Audi in two strengths: 40 and 45. The 40 and 45 both have an all-wheel drive, 12-volt hybrid, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engines that produce 201 and 261 horsepower, respectively. The only gearbox option is a seven-speed automatic, even though we would prefer a six-speed manual. The well-equipped A4 45 we drove reached 60 mph in 4.8 seconds, and its automatic transmission changed gears smoothly and quickly. The A4 has a sharp handling balance between precise steering, well-controlled body movements, and good roadholding. Typically, vehicles with such quick responses have to give up ride quality, but the A4 does it with ease. When traveling at slower speeds and on the interstate, the steering sensation, so crucial in a sedan with sports overtones, is muted. However, when you push the car on winding roads, the steering magically becomes pleasantly communicative.
The speed of Audis
- R8 V10 Efficiency less than 3 seconds (205mph)
- 7.3 seconds in RS (190mph)
- Competition R8
- 3.2 sec (199mph)
- S8 Plus 3.3% of a second (190mph)
- Avant RS6
- in 3.5 seconds (198mph)
- TT RS 3.6 sec (174mph)
- Spyder R8
- 3.7 sec (203mph)
- S83.8 sec (190mph)
- 33.8 seconds in RS (180mph)
- 0.884 seconds in R8 (186mph)
Audi R8 V8
The R8 first appeared in 2006 with a V8 engine and a 6-speed manual or 7-speed automatic transmission as options. The R8 V8 4.2 FSI now produces 424 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque. We regularly saw 4.0 seconds with a quarter-mile timing of 13.5 seconds, despite the fact that there are many 0-60 times stated online. The maximum speed of the 4.2 FSI engine is 186 mph.
Audi RS3
This is undoubtedly one of our top picks on the list because the RS3 is not only reasonably priced but very powerful for a vehicle that weighs only 3,593 pounds.
The A3’s most performance-oriented trim, the RS3, made its debut in 2015. It still has a special 2.5 TFSI 5 cylinder that produces 395 hp and 368 lb-ft of torque, and it is still in production today. The RS3 has the following engine codes: CZGB, DAZA, and DNWA. It has an automatic 7-speed S Tronic transmission. Surprisingly, this engine has a top speed of 180 mph and a 0-60 time of 3.8 seconds.
There are numerous optional aesthetic packages that can be selected depending on the nation you are in. For instance, the Dynamic or Black Optic packages. The RS3 might be given a stage 3 setup to increase its power to over 740hp.
Audi S8
Full-size luxury vehicle, the Audi S8, comes equipped with a powerful engine. It is an improved, high-performance variant of the A8 from Audi. Four generations have passed since its debut in 1996. The first generation, D2, was produced from 1996 to 2003, the second generation, D3, from 2006 to 2010, the third generation, D4, from 2012 to 2020, and the fourth generation, D5, from 2020 to the present. Audi’s quattro technology was installed in it from the beginning.
Nobody would anticipate this, but the Audi S8’s engine is a 4.0L twin-turbo V8 that produces 563 horsepower and 580 lb-ft of torque. It has a “hot V” turbocharger design, which accelerates turbo spool and enhances throttle responsiveness. The S8 boasts a 0-60 time of 3.8 seconds and a top speed of 190 mph thanks to this innovative technology.
Audi R8 Spyder
The R8 Spyder made its covert debut in Iron Man 2, but many Audi fans soon realized that this wasn’t just a R8 with a soft top. It made its official debut to the public during the 2009 Frankfort Auto Show. A naturally aspirated 5.2 FSI V10 engine with 562 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque was used when production first started in 2010. With top speeds of 203 mph, it boasts an outstanding 0-60 time of 3.7 seconds. In 2011, Audi unveiled a 4.2 FSI V8 engine with 424 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque with a 4.8 0-60 time.
The R8 Spyder is currently only offered with a 5.2 V10 engine. Some more recent Spyders have been observed to produce 850 whp on 93 octane and 1150 whp on race gasoline.
Audi TT RS
Three generations of the Audi TT exist: MK1 (19982006), MK2 (20062014), and MK3 (2014-present). The first Audi vehicle to feature the “RS variant” was the TT RS. It was originally employed as a safety car during the 2009 24 Hours of Le Mans. After the Le Mans race, the TT RS became available for consumer purchase in late 2009 and was offered in both coupe and roadster body styles. The Audi TT RS plus was unveiled in 2012.
With a firing order of 1-2-4-5-3, the 2.5 R5 TFSI engine in the TT RS now generates 394 horsepower and 354 lb-ft of torque. With a 0-60 time of 3.6 seconds, a quarter-mile pace of 13.6 seconds, and a top speed of 174 mph, this powerful turbocharged engine is rather amazing. The TT RS is a real go-cart, weighing only 3,329 pounds curbside. Some TT RS models with stage 3 kits have been spotted producing up to 900h!
Audi RS6 Avant
The high-performance version of the Audi A6 series is known as the Audi RS6, or RS 6. The first generation (C5) RS6 was manufactured between 2002 and 2004, followed by the second generation (C6) RS6 between 2007 and 2010, the third generation (C7) RS6 between 2013 and 2018, and the fourth generation (C8) RS6 between 2019 and the present. It’s interesting to note that only Europe sold the C6 & C7 RS6.
Because of its enormous power output and ability to exceed 1,000 horsepower with stage 3 upgrades, the RS6 Avant is our second favorite vehicle on this list. It is one of our favorites despite being rather expensive due to its looks.
Audi S8 Plus
At position #8, we discussed the S8, however in 2016, Audi unveiled the S8 plus. It had the same engine but more power and was made by Audi Sport (GmbH). The 4.0L twin-turbo V8 engine has an 8-speed automated transmission and produces 605 horsepower and 517 lb-ft of torque. The potent V8 sports a top speed of 190 mph, a quarter-mile performance of 11.5 seconds, and an astounding 3.3 second 0-60 time.
Audi R8 Competition
The R8 competition was Audi’s most potent vehicle ever when it was first released. The R8 competition was a limited edition that was unveiled in 2015 towards the conclusion of the R8’s first generation of manufacture. Only 60 of this limited edition’s units were produced for the US because it was so scarce.
It had a 5.2L V10 engine with an unusual firing arrangement that produced 570 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque. You may be sure that its times are amazing with an engine like that. It has a quarter-mile time of 13.5 seconds, a 0-60 time of 3.2 seconds, and a top speed of 199 mph. This car had a single 7-speed S-Tronic dual-clutch automatic transmission as its only available transmission.
Audi RS7
The RS7, often known as the RS 7, is surprisingly ranked #2. The RS7 was a high-performance derivative of the A7 that was first released in 2013. The RS7 was an enhancement over the A7 in terms of performance as well as many other areas, such as the interior, adaptive air suspension, power extending spoiler, updated wheels, upgraded grille, and many more.
The RS7’s 4.0 TFSI twin-turbo V8 engine produces an astonishing 591 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque. The automated Tiptronic 8-speed transmission that came with the 4.0 engine. Its outstanding 3.0 second 0-60 pace, 190 mph top speed with the Dynamic Plus package, and 11.3 second quarter-mile time are all highlights. Some stage 3 kits have been seen that significantly increase the RS7’s power.
Audi R8 V10 Performance
The R8 V10 performance, formerly known as the V10 plus, is still Audi’s quickest vehicle, which shouldn’t come as a surprise. It is built on the same basis as the Lamborghini Huracan, which also happens to be our ideal car, called the Volkswagen Modular Sports System.
Is a 2014 Audi A4 a sporty car?
Based on dependability and good safety ratings that make car insurance more cheap for sports- or luxury-car aficionados, the Audi A4 is a fantastic entry-level luxury sports sedan. Features like the following could potentially keep the cost of coverage low:
- Standard daytime running lights: These increase the visibility of an A4 to other motorists.
- Airbags in the side seats: This lessens the risk of suffering major injuries in a side crash.
- These optional safety features notify you if you start to stray from your lane due to fatigue or other distractions so you can correct it before hitting another car or object. It goes one step further with lane departure prevention, which stops your A4 from drifting out of its lane or changing lanes.
- Adaptive cruise control: This security function keeps the Audi A4 at a predetermined distance from the car in front of it. This function may help drivers who commute through jammed traffic avoid an accident during rush hour.
- Top view camera system: The Audi A4’s cameras all work together to provide a view of the vehicle in relation to its surroundings. With the help of this function, drivers might be more conscious of the surroundings, particularly in blind spots and other challenging-to-see regions.
- Park assist: The park assist feature may be helpful for drivers navigating confined parking spaces. Despite the fact that the driver will still be in charge of the Audi’s braking and throttle, this technology aids in steering the vehicle when parking into a perpendicular or parallel slot.