2013 audi s4 manual long term test

Were actively collecting data on the worst problems for the audi s4. Audi s4 the audi s4, whose production first started in the year 1991, is a high. Audi s4 the audi s4, whose production first started in the year 1991, is a high performance variant to the audi a4 compact executive car model. May 19, 2014 i jumped into this 2014 audi s5 coupe premium plus after getting out of the bmw 435i xdrive. The s4 is now joined by the s5, rs5, s6 and r8 sports models with more. A quick drive up to 60mph then to 100mph in my 20 b8 audi s4. Carbon package includes winter oem audi wheel package 18 inch audi wheels with pirelli winter tires comes with all receipts and fully serviced only used mobil 1 european for nail synthetic oil which meets and exceeds all oil requirements.

To give the manual s4 a proper sendoff, we scuttled down to central ohio and. Were still not 100% sold on audis longterm reliability, but that wouldnt keep us from parking either one of these cars in our garage. The interior still looks modern and sharp as long as you dont order it. Dec 28, 2012 the audi s5 for 20 now has a supercharged v6 instead of a v8. And, indeed, theres a new look to the front fascia, the rear tail. Thats as quick as your runofthemill camaro ss with its 426hp v8 and rearwheel drive. One item that is listed as a new standard feature for 20 is the 3spoke flatbottom steering wheel. Enter the long term test, whereby a particular vehicle will be.

The road brims with elevation changes, switchbacks, and long. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. Have driven all three and they all are amazing vehicles but would like some more input from others. Both have sixes, both are allwheel drive, and both sported a sixspeed manual transmission. The most useful feature of the a4, without any doubt, was the size of the boot and the useful nets. For hardcore enthusiasts about to cry foul that we didnt test the sixspeed manual. To see how frequently 20 audi a4 s4 problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. When we offer one of our long term cars for sale, its always tough to set the right price. The 20 s4 and s5 are both real treats to drive and live with on a daily basis, and may even eclipse the vaulted bmw 3 series in a few areas like interior and ride.

Jun 28, 2012 the solid feel makes this 20 audi a pleasurable traveler over long distances. Long term tests sometimes a oneoff road test simply does not give us the time or the space to fully explore life with a particular automobile. The s4 is powered by a comically underrated 333hp 3. Introduction the latest long term car has arrived the reintroduced allroad. Originally produced only till 1994, the s4 was a performanceoriented version of the manufacturers 100 saloonsedan. Rarely do i pull to the shoulder of the mountain roads i travel, whip out my smartphone, and take notes right in. This audi s4 has been around the journalistic circuit for a time and i wouldnt be surprised to find. Well in order to compete with the best, youve got to look your best and the rs 5s exterior mods may not jump out at you at first, but they are many and they are purposeful. Audi s4 quick reference manual pdf download manualslib. Full loaded audi s4 prestige model, last generation of audi s4 to receive a manual transmission.

Click image to enlarge amongst its more natural competitors, the s4 proved itself against the familiar rivals as well as the latest effort from lexus, in which we found the s4 s quality of materials, power, handling and reserved, classic good looks inside and out superior to the upstart is 350s aggressive styling and more. I say underrated because other luxury sports sedans. The car in question is the red audi a4 that you see above, and although it looks an awful lot like the white 2. There was a time when the s4 was the most exciting audi offered in the united states. Here, kevin provides his impressions of the cars transmission and the sport differential. I went ahead and tightened my intake, added coolant and a bit of oil. The interior still looks modern and sharp as long as you dont order it in. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. As the title suggests, i am contemplating a used 20 2014 audi s4 as a goal car for late next year. German compact luxury sedans long term test update 1.

Aug 31, 2012 the s4s epa fuel economy ratings have been revised for 20. The manual, meanwhile, has been downgraded to a less memorable 1726 mpg. View and download audi s4 quick reference manual online. Thats as quick as your runofthemill camaro ss with its 426hp v8 and. My colleague carlos lago calls the audi s4 and a4 the camry for the car enthusiast, owing to its ability to bring together such a broad spectrum of utility, speed and luxury and bake it in so well. Our new vehicle limited warranty is simple four years or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first. They may not be all new, but the 20 audi s4 sedan and s5 coupe have been significantly refreshened, with more style and features to keep pace with the marketplace. Motor trend is testing an audi, which means im going to hit on three. As the title suggests, i am contemplating a used 202014 audi s4 as a goal car for late next year. My test model arrived with a sweetshifting sixspeed manual. Midway through its life cycle, audi has face lifted its a4 and s4 models. The beginning of what we hope to be an adventurous relationship. Youre also covered with four years of audi 24hour roadside assistance, all at. The 2014 audi s4 has the power to make the driver feel unworthy.

A longterm test is always a great opportunity to really get to know a car, but just as important with the audi a4 ive been running for the past eight months, it was a chance to see if six. The 2014 audi s4 quattro manual is better than you deserve first. Hey guys, i have a 20 audi s4 and i was a minute away from my house when it began over heating. My colleague carlos lago calls the audi s4 and a4 the camry for the.

Click image to enlarge amongst its more natural competitors, the s4 proved itself against the familiar rivals as well as the latest effort from lexus, in which we found the s4s quality of materials, power, handling and reserved, classic good looks inside and out superior to the upstart is 350s aggressive styling and more. The s4 provides a level of balance that no other car on the road can match. My colleague carlos lago calls the audi s4 and a4 the camry for. Dec 29, 2011 perhaps the best thing, though, about the 2012 s4 is that there will soon be a 20 version, a model audi says is refreshed. Audi a4 questions what is the average expected lifespan.

Our list of 2 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 20 audi s4. Update 2 where the rubber meets the road full story. Long term tests audiworld audi news and discussion. The 20 audi a4 and its hot s4 sibling have undergone a mild midcycle refresh, which includes the new audi family front end among other exterior updates, and a plush new interior. I havent had a daydream about manual for weeks, now. Whereas the automatic used to bring up the rear, it now leads with a healthy 18 mpg city28 mpg highway. Oh, and the s4s manual transmission and steering wheel won over anyone. The audi s4 performance version of the pedestrian a4 has remained relatively unchanged since the current generations introduction as a 2010 model, though it got some touchups in 20. Carbon package includes winter oem audi wheel package 18 inch audi wheels with pirelli winter tires comes. Looking for a new dd and have it narrowed down to three potential rides. A4 cabriolet, 2007 s4 cabriolet, 2007 a4 cabriolet. Aug 09, 2016 today is the day that the a4 avant goes back to audi and another car arrives for long term test.