Especificaciones y análisis del Audi Cabrio
Power
344HP
Torque
410Nm
Consumption
13.8l/100
Emissions
331g/km
0-100 km/h
5.9s
Top Speed
250km/h
Weight
1930kg
Price
69,990€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
AWD
4 / 2 doors
315 L
63 L
253 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi Cabrio S4 4.2 quattro 6 vel. · 344 CV (2005-2008)
General description
The 2006 Audi S4 Cabrio is an ode to pure driving and a fading era. It combines the elegance of a four-seater convertible with the fury of a naturally aspirated V8 engine and the security of quattro all-wheel drive. It's not just a car, it's a statement of intent, a vehicle designed to enjoy every kilometer with the sky as its roof and a mechanical symphony as its soundtrack.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is a ritual. The roar of the 4.2-liter V8 upon starting is a promise of strong emotions. With 344 horsepower delivered linearly and forcefully up to 7,000 rpm, every acceleration is addictive. The six-speed manual transmission offers total control, connecting you directly with the mechanics. Despite its weight, the quattro all-wheel drive provides unwavering confidence in corners, allowing for high speeds with superb stability. Driving it with the top down is a complete sensory experience, where the sound of the exhaust mixes with the wind, creating unforgettable memories.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a perfect balance between discretion and sportiness. The A4 Cabrio's body, already elegant in itself, receives just the right touches of muscle: specific bumpers, 18-inch wheels, and the four exhaust tips that betray its potential. It's a timeless design that has aged with exceptional grace. Inside, Audi's build quality is palpable in every material and fit, creating a luxurious and welcoming cabin that invites long journeys, whether with the soft top up or stowed away.
Technology and features
The technology in this S4 doesn't lie in touchscreens, but in its mechanical heart. The V8 engine with five valves per cylinder and variable intake is a work of engineering, capable of revving high with astonishing smoothness. The quattro permanent all-wheel-drive system, with a Torsen center differential, is the soul of the car, intelligently distributing power to ensure maximum traction in any circumstance. Double-wishbone suspensions on both axles complete a technical package focused on dynamic efficiency and driving pleasure.
Competition
In its time, this S4 Cabrio faced titans like the BMW M3 Cabrio (E46), famous for its inline-six engine and more radical approach, and the Mercedes-Benz CLK 500 Cabriolet, which offered superior comfort and the power of its own V8. Against them, the Audi played the unique card of quattro all-wheel drive, which gave it a versatility and safety in adverse conditions that its rear-wheel-drive rivals could not match.
Conclusion
The Audi S4 Cabrio 4.2 quattro is more than a fast car; it's an endangered experience. It represents the best of an era: large-displacement naturally aspirated engines, manual transmissions, and a focus on pure sensations. It is a convertible Grand Tourer to be enjoyed all year round, a future classic that captivates with its sound, its thrust, and its ability to make any journey a special event. Its high fuel consumption is the price to pay for owning such a charismatic and rewarding piece of automotive history.