The reviewer makes an interesting point point at 08:38: that the S4 TDI is faster in the real world than a C43. I'm not so sure about that (though TBH I think there's a reasonable chance of that for rolling starts within UK speed limits). The attached screenshot shows a comparison of acceleration (and other) data for the C43 and the new SQ5 TDI (the S4 TDI has not yet been tested). Clearly, the C43 is quicker in just about every regard. However, whilst the S4 TDI has the same engine, it is much more aerodynamic and, more to the point, much lighter than the SQ5. In fact 195kg lighter. The S4 TDI is hardly lightweight BUT 195kg is a LOT less than the SQ5, so it'll make for interesting reading when acceleration tests become available. My money is still on the C43 but I think it'll be reasonably close, particularly the lower speed in gear tests.
The reviewer makes an interesting point point at 08:38: that the S4 TDI is faster in the real world than a C43. I'm not so sure about that (though TBH I think there's a reasonable chance of that for rolling starts within UK speed limits). The attached screenshot shows a comparison of acceleration (and other) data for the C43 and the new SQ5 TDI (the S4 TDI has not yet been tested). Clearly, the C43 is quicker in just about every regard. However, whilst the S4 TDI has the same engine, it is much more aerodynamic and, more to the point, much lighter than the SQ5. In fact 195kg lighter. The S4 TDI is hardly lightweight BUT 195kg is a LOT less than the SQ5, so it'll make for interesting reading when acceleration tests become available. My money is still on the C43 but I think it'll be reasonably close, particularly the lower speed in gear tests.
The reviewer makes an interesting point point at 08:38: that the S4 TDI is faster in the real world than a C43. I'm not so sure about that (though TBH I think there's a reasonable chance of that for rolling starts within UK speed limits). The attached screenshot shows a comparison of acceleration (and other) data for the C43 and the new SQ5 TDI (the S4 TDI has not yet been tested). Clearly, the C43 is quicker in just about every regard. However, whilst the S4 TDI has the same engine, it is much more aerodynamic and, more to the point, much lighter than the SQ5. In fact 195kg lighter. The S4 TDI is hardly lightweight BUT 195kg is a LOT less than the SQ5, so it'll make for interesting reading when acceleration tests become available. My money is still on the C43 but I think it'll be reasonably close, particularly the lower speed in gear tests.
Massive torque in the S4 TDi 700nm2019 Merc-AMG C43 T wagon - 1685kgs - 287 kw / 385 hp / 520nm
2019 Audi S4TDi Avant............... - 1825kgs - 255 kw / 347hp / 700nm
* Audi kgs based on 1675kgs (2016/17) plus 150kgs (TDi +48V Batteries)
Hi there, new joiner here.
I've been taking an interest in the new S4 Avant as it seems to tick quite a few boxes for me. I went through drive the deal and specced up one with Navarra blue paintwork, C+S pack, storage pack and the larger Adblue tank. I think the quote came in around £53,200 but with around £10,500 discount it came in at £42,700.
The APR for this model is 5.9% (compared to 4.9 for the A4) and with a £10,800 deposit on a 4 year 10,000 miles per year deal, with a GFV of £21,375 the monthlies came in at £350. I've been using this site to play around with the figures once I found out the discounted price, APR used and GFV after 4 years ( couldn't post the link but just search for car finance PCP calculator and plug in the numbers.)
Sorry, didn’t see the top post....and can’t delete nowPlease see a few posts above yours and in the A5 forum...
Looks like there’s an upgrade on the way.......
https://audiclubna.org/the-audi-a5-is-now-more-attractive-than-ever/
So it looks like the space where the exhaust box could be is indeed taken up by something else, but its the fuel tank and not the Adblue tank?
Is the AdBlue tank the part just above the fuel tank, and if so maybe a 24l version would indeed fill up that space such that the fuel tank had to be lower as it is.
I couldn't find the same diagram for the 3.0 TFSI S4 but I get the impression that Audi could have designed it so that there were exhaust boxes on both sides. I guess they realised that since a diesel engine has a lower flow rate and genuinely doesn't need it, and anyone who actually buys a diesel S4 won't care if the pipes are real or not, they just went ahead with the idea.
From that drawing it looks like it is, even though adblue is non flammable and not corrosive it seems like a dumb place to have it inside a crumble zone. Explains the dummy exhaust but you'd think Audi designers could have done something better. That's possibly 24kg's of weight behind the axle...
Massive torque in the S4 TDi 700nm
From that drawing it looks like it is, even though adblue is non flammable and not corrosive it seems like a dumb place to have it inside a crumble zone. Explains the dummy exhaust but you'd think Audi designers could have done something better. That's possibly 24kg's of weight behind the axle...
Well, after 18 and a bit months it's finally here! And I have to say it's exceeding already quite high expectations. I haven't given it the full beans yet but, my god, she feels fast even compared to my Golf R.View attachment 191882
Yeah - the Audi future is bleak isnt it. Still not tried one of the S4 S6 or S7 but plan to Sunday - giving the S7 a go as we have an A6 40tdi and have used an A6 50tdi for a good few days as well. My gut tells me its basically going to be a 50tdi with a bit more oomph and fancy seats. Will see!If you think diesel engines in an Audi S car hit a low, think again https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/audi/tt/105191/audi-tt-set-to-morph-into-all-electric-crossover
If you think diesel engines in an Audi S car hit a low, think again https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/audi/tt/105191/audi-tt-set-to-morph-into-all-electric-crossover