However, it would have been an odd couple comparison to say the least, with. With all those features, the s3 does become pricey. Vehicles produce about half of the greenhouse gases from a typical u. There is also a luxurious cabin not found in other german performance sedans.
For 2014, audi a4 and s4 gain enhancements and content. Oct 06, 2015 the 2015 audi a4 and 2015 audi a6 are both competent luxury sedans prioritizing fuel economy, value and smoothness over the allout performance offered by some rivals. The engine is mated to a sixspeed manual transmission or an. With a new engine, stiffened suspension, and sport seats and much, much. Subtle cosmetic addons dont reveal all of the 2014 audi s4s performance. The 2015 m3 marks a return to its original concept, with a noticeable reduction of. Jaguar xe s, bmw 340i, mercedesamg c43, and audi s4, to find the better luxury performance car. Mar 27, 2015 the 2015 audi s4 comes with standard stability control, 4wheel antilock disc brakes and six airbags front, frontside, fulllength sidecurtain.
The 2015 audi a4 and 2015 audi a6 are both competent luxury sedans prioritizing fuel economy, value and smoothness over the allout performance offered by some rivals. The 2015 audi s4 is a fourdoor luxury sports sedan based on the 2015 audi a4, which is covered separately on. Sep 23, 2014 beneath the quattro allwheeldrive sedans hood is a new 2. The 2015 audi s4 is an allwheeldrive sports sedan that is the performance variant of the a4. Most s4 owners came for the discreetly styled performancesedan looks and stayed for the driving dynamics, slick manual shifter and liquidsmooth engine. The first generation audi r8 was originally introduced in the us as a 2008 model, powered by a 4. Audi s s4 packs a supercharged 328bhp punch, but its not the most engaging highperformance saloon on the market. However, it would have been an odd couple comparison to say the least, with the. But, says senior editor jason cammisa, its not the allwheel drive gti sedan that it looks like on paper. Frontwheel drive and a continuously variable transmission cvt are standard, while all.
As audi waves goodbye to the manual, nows the time. The new wrx meets an older version of the car it aspires to be in this new versus old battle. The 2015 audi a3 didnt take long to become a popular choice among buyers when it went on sale this summer, helping to push the german manufacturers august sales past the 17,000vehicle. Compare msrp, invoice pricing, and other features on the 2015 audi s4 and 2016 audi s4. Apr 30, 2014 at the announcement of the 2010 audi s4 and its 333hp, supercharged 3. With the sline package, this is an awesome daily for an enthusiast. You can also get audis fantastic virtual cockpit instrument display and it comes with a fine iteration of audis mmi system. Benz against the sporty, manualtransmission s4 we were provided with by audi. To give the manual s4 a proper sendoff, we scuttled down to central ohio. The original audi s4, built from 1991 until 1994, was a performanceoriented version of audis 100 saloonsedan. The 2015 audi s4 remains largely unchanged from last years model.
The original audi s4, built from 1991 until 1994, was a performanceoriented version of audi s 100 saloonsedan. The test system that gave the mpg figures shown was phased out from 2017. Buyers might assume that the 2015 audi s3 is simply a slightly sportier version of the standard a3. Oh, the sixspeed manual transmission might be a giveaway. If you dont need the space, the s3 is likely a better choice at this point. The engine is mated to a sixspeed manual transmission or an optional sevenspeed dual clutch automatic, both through quattro allwheel drive. Everything inside is pure, ordinary, ihavealittlefourbangerunderthehood a4. The 2015 audi a4 and s4 sedans are techladen, trim, handsome alternatives to the other expected german cars, as well as one very good american one. Having owned the previous two generations of m3 and being quite pleased with them i was more than ready to get my third. Jaguar xe s vs bmw 340i vs mercedesamg c43 vs audi s4. Wed love to compare it to the m3 and c63, but those cars are really playing in a different league now. The 2015 audi a4 is a popular luxury sedan sold in front or allwheeldrive configurations. Oh, the sixspeed manual transmission might be a giveaway but you can always proclaim.
In fact, audi reckons the s4 sedan is as quick to 100kmh as the old, naturally aspirated v8 rs4 avant. Audi says the s4 has a 155mph top speed and accelerates from 0 to 60 in 4. Oct 26, 2014 buyers might assume that the 2015 audi s3 is simply a slightly sportier version of the standard a3. In the manualtransmission s4 i drove which lacked the available adaptive. Jan 19, 2015 while the audis 220 hp might pale in comparison to the 241 in bmws 328, the audi matches the 328s 255 poundfeet of torque with its 258. Audis quattro allwheel drive is standard, as is a 6speed manual. Audi s compact sports sedan s4 is unchanged for 2015. The 2015 acura tlx offers impressive performance, ample features, and smart value. Watch the 2015 audi a4 vs 2015 bmw 3 series comparison test for a quick summary of the pros and cons, driving performance, available options, safety ratings and pricing from.
While the audis 220 hp might pale in comparison to the 241 in bmws 328, the audi matches the 328s 255 poundfeet of torque with its 258. Being of the same class, it is possible to compare the 2016 audi s4a4 with the mercedesbenz cclass and the lexus rc models. After spending almost 6 months test driving cars my decision came down to the e46 m3 and the audi s4. The performanceoriented 2015 audi s4 has a supercharged 3. Compare the s4 versus its rivals here, and s4 models over the years here. This one is the 2015 audi s4, not audis freshest product, but one that is. The audi s4 is the high performance variant of audis compact executive car a4. All subsequent s4s since 1997 have been based on the audi a4. In any case, the currentgeneration audi s4 launched for model year 2010 with a new v6 engine, manual or paddleshift transmissions, four doors, and quattro all wheel drive on every model. Having owned the previous two generations of m3 and being quite pleased. It comes standard with a supercharged v6 making 333 hp and 325 lbft of torque.
B8 generation of s4 and audis manual transmission, at least here in the u. Audis compact sports sedan s4 is unchanged for 2015. The 2015 audi s4 may be getting on in years, but its understated style. Instead of the pedestrian in comparison 220hp and 258lbft torque in our a3 tester, the s3 gets a playful 292hp and 280lbft torque from the tfsi unit. I have a 2015 s4 and i love the car but i do see myself trading into an upcoming rs model tt rs or rs4 should it arrive stateside. At the announcement of the 2010 audi s4 and its 333hp, supercharged 3. Although styling isnt very different, the two models diverge in some key areas, from equipment and crash test results to engine choices and safety technology. The ageold battle of the three german luxury brands continues, this time with the new audi a4 35 tdi, as it takes on the mercedesbenz c 250d and the bmw 320d. When its in an audi s4 and max power seems to be on tap from 0 to 7,000 rpm. The audi s4 is the high performance variant of audi s compact executive car a4. In the manual transmission s4 i drove which lacked the available adaptive. Allwheel drive and a sixspeed manual transmission are. Apr 20, 2017 you can also get audi s fantastic virtual cockpit instrument display and it comes with a fine iteration of audi s mmi system.
Audis s4 packs a supercharged 328bhp punch, but its not the most engaging highperformance saloon on the market. The s4 has not been crashtested, but the regular a4 received a perfect five stars from the government in all crash test categories. Jun 15, 2018 the ageold battle of the three german luxury brands continues, this time with the new audi a4 35 tdi, as it takes on the mercedesbenz c 250d and the bmw 320d. Driver assist package that adds variableratio steering and adaptive cruise control. Why is bmw m3 sedan 2015 better than audi s4 premium plus 2014. With a new engine, stiffened suspension, and sport seats and much. Thanks largely to construction trickery, this s4 is claimed to be 75kg lighter than its. I wanted and got a b8 s4 with a stick but i have started to warm up to the idea of a dsg. Prices vary depending on the vehicles condition, mileage, features, and location. I have a 2015 s4 and i love the car but i do see myself trading into an upcoming rs model.
Beneath the quattro allwheeldrive sedans hood is a new 2. Realistically, to find a car that compares the best with the 2015 chrysler 200c, you have to climb up to the ranks of the lincoln mkz or the audi s4. Audi s4 v mercedesamg c43 sedan comparison caradvice. Price wise, 2016 audi s4 is cheaper than both the two other makes. Tipping our s4 test vehicles fun scale into the red was the standard. Allwheel drive and a sixspeed manual transmission are standard and a sevenspeed automated manual is optional. I also discuss some differences between the different models of the a4. Its highperformance variant, the s4, is one of the fastest cars in its class and offers strong driving. The 2015 audi a4 and s4 sedans are techladen, trim, handsome alternatives to the other expected german cars, as.
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