Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A4
Power
379HP
Torque
440Nm
Consumption
12l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
4.9s
Top Speed
250km/h
Weight
1620kg
Price
76,178€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
AWD
5 / 5 doors
390 L
62 L
279 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi RS 4 Avant 2.7 biturbo quattro manual 6 vel. · 379 CV (2000-2001)
General description
The first-generation Audi RS 4 Avant is not just a car; it's a legend forged in collaboration with Cosworth. Born at the threshold of the new millennium, it redefined the concept of a sports wagon, wrapping the heart of a supercar in a practical and discreet body. A true wolf in sheep's clothing that promised thrills without sacrificing everyday versatility.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the RS 4 is a visceral experience. The thrust of the V6 biturbo engine is instantaneous and brutal, pinning you to the seat with a force you don't expect from a wagon. Every shift of the precise 6-speed manual gearbox is a ritual, accompanied by the whistle of the turbos and a deep roar that becomes addictive. The quattro traction gives you absolute confidence to devour corners, conveying a sense of control and poise that few cars of its era could match.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a masterpiece of subtlety and aggression. At first glance, it could pass for an elegant A4 Avant, but the details betray its true nature. The widened, almost muscular wheel arches house imposing 18-inch wheels. The specific bumpers and the two oval exhaust tips are a statement of intent. It's a design that doesn't shout, but whispers its potential, creating a visual tension that connoisseurs fall in love with.
Technology and features
The magic of this car lies in its engineering, advanced for its time. The heart is a 2.7-liter V6 engine with five valves per cylinder and twin turbochargers, a mechanical gem tuned by Cosworth to deliver 379 horsepower of pure power. This engine is coupled with the legendary quattro permanent all-wheel drive, a system that guarantees exceptional traction and active safety in any condition. The package is completed with an oversized braking system, designed to forcefully stop its 1620 kg weight.
Competition
In its time, the RS 4 Avant played in a league of its own. Its main rival in terms of performance and philosophy was the BMW M3 E46, although it did not offer a wagon body style. Mercedes-Benz also had its powerful AMG versions, but Audi's concept of a compact, manual, all-wheel-drive wagon was practically unique. It created a niche that forced its competitors to react, establishing itself as the undisputed benchmark among high-performance wagons.
Conclusion
The Audi RS 4 Avant (B5) is much more than a fast car; it is a milestone in automotive history. It represents the perfect fusion between the adrenaline of a purebred sports car and the functionality of a family car. A timeless icon that, more than two decades later, continues to arouse passions and be an object of desire for any car enthusiast. Its legacy is indelible, proof that excitement and practicality can go hand in hand.