Especificaciones y análisis del Audi Cabrio
Power
420HP
Torque
430Nm
Consumption
13.9l/100
Emissions
334g/km
0-100 km/h
4.9s
Top Speed
250km/h
Weight
1920kg
Price
95,400€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
AWD
4 / 2 doors
315 L
63 L
309 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi Cabrio RS 4 4.2 FSI quattro 6 vel. · 420 CV (2006-2008)
General description
The 2006 Audi RS 4 Cabrio is the embodiment of a dream for any motor enthusiast: the perfect fusion of supercar brutality and the pleasure of open-top driving. In an era where high-revving naturally aspirated engines were king, Audi dared to mount its glorious 420-horsepower V8 FSI in an elegant four-seater convertible body, creating a machine as exclusive as it was exciting, with a price tag nearing €96,000 that already heralded its legendary status.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the RS 4 Cabrio is an experience that bombards the senses. The simple act of pressing the start button and hearing the roar of the 4.2-liter V8 is an event in itself. Stretching the gears of its 6-speed manual transmission up to 7800 rpm, with the wind enveloping you, is an addictive mechanical symphony. The acceleration is blistering, pinning you to the seat in just 4.9 seconds to 100 km/h, while the quattro traction gives you absolute confidence to devour curves with a precision and grip that defy logic in a convertible weighing almost two tons.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a masterpiece of restraint and aggression. Starting from the fluid and elegant silhouette of the A4 Cabrio, the designers at quattro GmbH added just the right elements to betray its potential: widened wheel arches housing imposing 19-inch wheels, a front bumper with large air intakes, and at the rear, the dual oval exhaust outlets that have become an RS hallmark. It's an athlete in a tuxedo, a car that commands respect without being flashy, maintaining a timeless elegance that still turns heads.
Technology and features
The crown jewel is its naturally aspirated V8 engine with FSI direct injection, a piece of race-derived engineering capable of delivering 420 HP with an instantaneous and linear throttle response. All that power is managed through a manual gearbox and the iconic quattro all-wheel-drive system, with a center differential that favors the rear axle for more dynamic and sporty behavior. The chassis is not far behind, with double-wishbone suspensions on both axles and an oversized braking system to ensure total control in any circumstance.
Competition
In its time, the Audi RS 4 Cabrio faced fierce, top-tier competition. Its most direct rival was undoubtedly the E93 generation BMW M3 Cabrio, which also featured a high-performance naturally aspirated V8 engine. Another contender in the high-power convertible arena was the Mercedes-Benz CLK 63 AMG Cabriolet, which offered more of a 'muscle car' approach with its enormous torque. Against them, the Audi distinguished itself with its quattro all-wheel drive, which gave it unparalleled versatility and safety on slippery surfaces, and the purity of its manual transmission.
Conclusion
The Audi RS 4 Cabrio is much more than a fast car; it's a collector's item, a testament to a golden era of motoring that is unlikely to return. It represents the pinnacle of Audi's engineering of the time, combining an unforgettable naturally aspirated engine, the purity of a manual gearbox, and the effectiveness of quattro all-wheel drive. It is a machine for purists, a car that involves you in the driving and rewards you with pure, authentic sensations. A future classic that offers one of the most exciting and complete open-air driving experiences ever created.