Audi India has launched a more powerful variant of the A4 2.0-litre TDI variant for Rs 31.74 lakh (ex-showroom Mumbai). The current A4 2.0-litre TDI will also continue to be sold alongside the more powerful variant.
The more powerful variant makes use of the same 2.0-litre TDI mill which has now been tuned to produce 179PS and 380Nm of torque as compared to the current cars 143PS and 320Nm of torque. The engine has been mated to a seven-speed automatic gearbox. It does o-100kmph in just 7.9 seconds and has a ARAI fuel efficiency of 17.11kmpl. The more powerful A4 is also being offered with the Audi Drive Select system that allows the driver to influence engine, transmission and steering while enabling the characteristics of the Audi A4 to be adapted in line with the driver’s personal preferences and current route.
To purchase the car Audi is also offering a scheme through Audi finance that allows customers to pay an EMI of Rs 29,000 per month for the first two years. The next two years the EMI increases to Rs 49,000 per month and further on, the customer can pay Rs 59,000 per month.
Commenting on the launch, Joe King, Head, Audi India, said “The Audi A4 has been Audi’s longest and best-selling sedan for close to 40 years now. With its progressive design, efficient driving dynamics and class defining interiors, the Audi A4 enjoys a very wide customer base. The powerful new 179PS Audi A4 with the Audi Drive Select offers 27 per cent more power and offers three per cent more fuel efficiency than its predecessor. This car packs a powerful punch with its on-road performance which will appeal to both our discerning customers as well as the enthusiast.”