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During the traditional three-day test, I was the so-called "Range" of the Audi model range - new A4.

New A4 proudly carries index AT 9So it is the 9th generation of the model (according to the official numbering of the company)

Let's try to briefly see what it was for the stages!

Generation B1.

Debuted B1. In 1965, the inadequate "four" 1.7, developed instead of two-stroke engines, developed 60 hp, so this figure appeared in the model designation - Audi 60.

In 1966, more powerful modifications appeared on sale - Audi 80. and Audi 90., the engine line replenished with a 1.5-year engine Audi 75., and gamma bodies - universal Variant..

In 1973, a successor appeared, the name was left Audi 80 (in the USA - FOX) front-wheel drive sedans and a coupe were equipped with an independent front suspension type McPherson and a rear beam with cylindrical springs and Panar taiga.

The Audi 80 family of the first generation lasted on the conveyor until 1978 and was partitioned by the world more than a million edition.

Generation B2.

Generation B2 appeared in 1978 and the Italian Jiorgetto Judjaro worked on his appearance. Single engines 1.3, 1.5 and 1.6 developed from 55 hp Up to 110, atmospheric diesel 1.6 54 hp appeared later.

In 1981, a modern five-cylinder engine 1.9 (115 hp) appeared under the hood "eight-dimensions". A year later, the volume of the top "five" rose to 2144 cm ³, and the return rose to 136 forces. This modification was first received all-wheel drive transmissia quattro.represented on the same coupe.

In 1984, the model suffered a planned restyling, during which the index was assigned to all five-cylinder modifications an index Audi 90.. In the All-wheel drive transmission Quattro, the self-locking intersecting differential Torsen appeared.

In total, more than one and a half million second-generation cars were released.

Generation B3.

Generation Audi 80 B3 appeared in 1986 and was built on a new platform.

The body was cooked from galvanized steel, motors depending on the volume (1.6-2.0 l) developed from 70 to 137 forces. Diesel 1.6 issued 67 hp In the atmospheric version and 79 "horses" - with a superposition. The front-wheel drive versions were content with a twisted beam behind.

Audi 90 kept mansion. Three of the five of its versions were all-wheel drive with McPherson racks "in a circle." The most powerful row "fives" 2.0 and 2.3 were equipped with modern 20-valve heads of block, developing 160-170 hp

Generation B4.

B4 appeared in 1991, became the result of the deep modernization of the predecessor.

The base engine 1.6 has already developed 101 hp, and the Motors V6 2.8 and 2.6 were taken to the top of the gamma. Depending on the volume, they developed 174 and 150 "horses". A pair of diesel engines 1.9 TDI series issued 75 and 90 forces.

In 1992, a universal appeared in the gamma - Avant:

All-wheel drive sedan S2. And Universal S2 Avant. equipped with the same five-cylinder turbomobiles 2.2 with a capacity of 220-230 hp, as coupe S2..

On the photo from above - a rare version of S2 Sedan, there were only 306 pcs!

In 1994, the first RS model was released with Porsche - 315-strong Audi RS2 Avant:

In just five years of production, 1,100,000 cars of the B4 series were produced

Generation B5.

Generation B5, which came out for the first time received the A4 index Appeared in 1994. From the row five refused.

Four-cylinder 1.6 and 1.8 motors developed from 101 to 170 forces. A pair of top V6 - 150-193 hp Turbodiesel 1.9 issued 90 hp, and 2.5 - 150.

In the photo - top version S4 Avant. With the famous V6 biturbo 2.7 liter with a capacity of 265 hp

Generation B6.

Audi A4. B6 2000 - an example of deep modernization (characteristic of AUDI - guys at that time were in good conservatives)

A modern engine appeared in the gamut of gasoline aggregates with direct injection 2.0 FSI. A variator added to the "machine gun" and six-speed "mechanics" multitronicwho have completed the motors of small and medium power.

S4. Debuted in 2003 with the "eight" 4.2 from the representative sedan A8. Forced to 344 hp "The Atmospheric" dispersed the "ECH" to hundreds for 5.6 s (wagon - 5.8 s)

Generation B7.

Generation A4 B7 is rather a "second restyling", to the design of the design of the famous designer Walter de Silva

The car went to the market in 2004 and had 10 different engines (5 gasoline and 5 diesel)

On the top of the gamma stood 420-strong modifications RS4., equipped with an "eight" 4.2 with direct injection. All-wheel drive transmission was with first asymmetric Torsen Interior Differentialwho gave 60% of the moment the back wheels. Acceleration up to 100 km / h was 4.8 seconds

Generation B8.

A4 B8 generation on the MLB chassis (in front, multi-dimensional duct) appeared in 2008. The new platform allowed to slightly reduce the skes and increase the base compared to the previous machine at least 160 mm, which gave one of the best indicators on the rear seats.

Motors - from 120 forces (gasoline 1.8 and diesel 2.0) to 333 "horses" on the S4 version. The last three-liter Motor V6 compressor was the most time among gasoline (440 N M), while the senior tri-liter diesel was issued 240 hp and 500 n m. Plus, the Audi RS4 wagon with a 450-strong four-liter atmospheric "eight", sabotaged by a hundred from a place for 4.7 s

In 2012, the model survived restyling (in the photo version for our roads optimal - A4 Allroad With Quattro full-wheel drive). For other modifications, optional Quattro full-wheel drive based on the Torsen type central differential is available. At the same time, the distribution of thrust by default was made 40:60 in favor of the tail, to bring the behavior to rear-wheel drive vehicles, whereas in previous generations it was 50:50.

Ufff) tired of writing) but useful - now you understand that the A4 model has deep roots and is very important for Audi

This is a system-forming model!

Generation B9.

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B9. - This is the second generation MLB platform, MLB EVO, which is already known to us on the new K7 crossover and will be the basis of future A6 and A8. This is a "longitudinal matrix" - in more than 60% of all the engine sold models are located longitudinally.

What is the difference between the B9 generation from the previous one?

The key advantage of the MLB EVO in front of the predecessor matrix is \u200b\u200bmore variable. Power units can be conventional, gas, hybrid and electric. The dimensions increased: 25 mm in length (up to 4726 mm), 16 mm wide (1842 mm). The wheelbase of 2820 mm is one of the largest in the segment (inferior 20 mm only Mercedes C-Class) Behind the reserves of the place increased by 23 mm in the knees, 11 mm - in the shoulders and 24 mm - above the head.

The main difference in design - in the original front headlights with a double arrow stroke (inverted units)

Full beam headlights using matrix-LED technology, formed twelve LEDs and three reflectors. The data control data is obtained from the rear view of the camera built into the cabinal case, and the control unit turns on or off each LED separately, depending on the need, and also provides 64 different levels of their brightness.

Thus, the headlights using this technology can form a light flux in several millions of variants of various combinations. Regardless of which option is used - the headlights illuminate the road with quality comparable to the illumination by daylight, but at the same time do not blind other participants in the movement. Also reduced the intensity of the light beam in the direction of road signs to eliminate the possibility of blinding the driver reflected from their surface with light.

The illumination of the direction of rotation by the matrix headlights is due to the offset of the main point of focusing of the light beam. In combination with the MMI Navigation Plus system, it is activated even before the moment when the steering wheel begins. This is due to the forecast of the direction of movement using navigation data.
In the dynamic reference pointers, the sets of LEDs are used, which are consistently included in the direction from the central axis of the car towards the rotation (dynamic, or "running" lights)

All this I learned during the Russian presentation Audi A4, on which I was present on December 8, 2015 in Skolkovo Golf Club

Details about the presentation and the model Audi A4

Since the All-wheel drive modifications of Quattro are not supplied to Russia (which I wanted to try most of all) - then on the test I took the front-wheel drive 2-liter version with a capacity of 190 hp

The first cars arrived in Russia came to the most rush of the currency rate and at least the initial cost was from 1.89 million rubles per version of 1.4 TFSI 150 drugs, but the version 2 liters in normal (not topped) configuration was already charged 2 , 3-2.6 million rubles that psychologically very difficult marker.

Therefore, the manufacturer agreed to dealers for February-March an action, when normally equipped (as on test) cars could be purchased with all discounts for 1.87-1.95 million rubles. Such machines for some dealers can be found now.

For comparison, half a year ago we purchased a service A6 (in the basic configuration + leather) for the approximately the same amount.

That's what the course of the life-giving ... (

Well, a little about my impressions during a three-day test, I won't be very tired - I already told about the car in detail

First day

The first impressions were positive, the car rulits very well, noise insulation at the height (the truth on the test car stood optional double glasses of front passengers).

The only, power of the two-liter motor on the front drive seemed to me unnecessary. The wheels often go to the beams at the start, and the box is also trying to save (it infuriates). Therefore, I would suggest to stop your choice on version 1.4 (150 hp), if you are not a fan quattro (and I am a fan). 1.4 I tested in Moscow and it seemed to me even a more harmonious car.

Ease of landing, I would rate on 4 - I didn't like standard chairs, in sports (in Moscow) was somewhat.

I really like the new steering wheel (the same as on the new Q7) - comfortable and beautiful

The design of the cabin (variation on the topic of the new Q7) is also very sympathetic. The captain's automatic transmission, a deflector in the entire front panel (not the idea of \u200b\u200bthe trade wind, and these are memories of the first Audi 100 of the 1970s!)

One of the most pretty solutions that I liked - a beamless rearview mirror in the cabin (as on new Volvo)

Virtual devices with a diagonal of 12.3 inches and a resolution of 1440 x 550 Points for 24,903 rubles - it is beautiful and convenient. But they are available only when ordering expensive MMI navigation (as well as in the former generation, the MMI central twist is available only to the chosen, ordered navigation) however, you can pump marketers, ordering the projection on the windshield! In combination with the central display of information in excess.

He infracts only that the central display is now unspecifiable (

It was such a wow factor, sit in the car, turn the ignition and the display leaves. Turn off the ignition - the display hides. Now we are deprived of this pleasure. And in vain ..

On the first day I drove 120 km, the flow was 9.4 liters

Second day

The second day devoted the shooting of a short video (about a minute) Kvadrokopter was tested and looking for interaction with the operator!

Sorry for a dirty car in advance, we hurried before sunset and it was cold. The next time everything will be perfect!

On the second day I drove 210 km, the consumption was 7.6 liters (we traveled a lot on the highway)

The third day

Location for filming, we have not searched for a long time - it was planned to go to a new private airfield in Laishevsky district for a long time (near Kazan), and managed to sunset himself!

Many thanks to my beloved sister Natasha - she helped wash the car in the frost and thanks to her photos turned out such juicy.

Well, and photoset himself, at sunset ...

Of course I estimated the space in the rear seat - pretty good (especially there is comfortable and good with optional three-zone climatic installation - it was on the car test)

Well, the obligatory volume of the trunk (measured in Denis)

If no joke, then the volume of 480 liters is one of the largest in class.

And in the version of Avant - the largest. The maximum volume of the luggage compartment at AVANT is up to 1510 liters (with the floor-made, reverse backs). The backs can be folded in proportions 40:20:40 on the seat cushion - with the help of the handles located on the baggage bodies.

If the backs of the seats of the second row are in the usual position, the luggage compartment capacity is 505 liters, which is 15 l more than that of the previous generation of the model. The loading height is only 63 cm, the luggage compartment threshold is protected from scratching stainless steel raised floor. The width of the luggage opening is exactly 1 meter.

Results of the third day of the test - 9.3 liters Consumption and 222 km Mileage

Well, some more optics:

SUMMARY

The car is good, beautiful (in my opinion - much more beautiful than the new Q7) and harmonious.

High-tech.

Spacious.

For complete harmony, there is not enough adequate price (we are waiting for information from the Central Bank) and the full drive quattro. (We are waiting for the first cars for the test in Russia)

And of course chic Avant. and A4 Allroad - For me, so they do not have competitors in their segment. Unless new Mercedes C-Klasse Wagon I will not hooat. I know his competitive advantage that Odnoklassniki is not - optional pneumatic suspension. Soon let's see what it is for the device!

Traditionally, each test car is associated with a musical composition.

For A4 I chose

Bon Jovi - Always

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No matter how you go around, A4 has almost changed - the marketers have long been established in the opinion that Audi loves for classic proportions. But so that we do not think that the whole thing in the creative crisis, or did not accuse the designers in idleness, at a press conference declare: B9 from B8 differs by 90%, and the entire body is made from scratch on the MLB EVO modular platform, which is novelty divides including new Q7.

I don't know, it's good or bad, but it's hard to talk about the design A4. Whether the business is Volvo S90, , - Here you can or scold, or praise designers. And here - "Another Audi." Those who are alien to conservatism, yawn and turn away. Fans will take off the larger and "aggressive" radiator grille, sharply outlined headlights, as if spied at Volvo "Torah Molot" along the corners of the front bumper ...

But the walking "track in the next" with the designers of the past generation is still too obvious. It comes to the point that all the "ribs" and the line on the body here are the same as the predecessor, only a little others. More convex, sharper, larger ...

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What is inside?

Last summer, I tested a new one who was very impressed with me. Even then I thought that the developers of a relative Audi of the same class would have to sweat carefully in order to offer something more. And it seems to me that they even stopped. According to its size and place in the Salon, the new A4 turned out to be one of the largest in class. Moreover, it is less than Millimeters less Audi A6 C5, and on the wheelbase - even longer! If compared with the predecessor, the novelty rose by 25 mm in length, by 11 mm in width and 12 mm in terms of the wheelbase. Increased by the sedan and the volume of the trunk - from 480 to 505 liters. In this case, all the total weight of the car decreased - by 30-120 kg, depending on the version and configuration. Start A4 with a motor 1.4 weighs "dry", without technical fluids and people, 1,320 kilograms. In addition, compared with Yary Rivals (Mercedes C-Class and BMW 3rd Series) New A4 is the longest, though, the Mercedes has a wheelbase more - by 20 mm.

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Inside, too, solid pluses in all respects. Places has become bigger and in front, and behind. Compared to the last generation, 24 mm increased above the head, and for the kneel sitting behind - 23 mm. Of course, it will not be thrown back in the back as in A8, but even with the growth above the average driver, the driver will smash "for me." Also, the child can be taken.

By default, A4 is equipped with xenon headlights and almost three dozen security systems. To be clearer - this model has the same thing that. As for EURO NCAP tests, among the models tested in 2015 in the D-class, Audi A4 bypassed Renault Talisman, Kia Optima and Skoda Superb and only a little bit lost Toyota Avensis and Jaguar Xe.

Salon Audi A4 is like the most affordable Parker handle. Let it be without gold and engraving, but herself "falls" in hand and glances. So here - neither the skin, not a tree, but there is a wealthy German Quality. True, one-city climate control in the basic configuration sounds like an insult. However, one thing is "base" and completely different options. According to the German tradition, the car can be "stuffed" with anything. But for money. As a result - the cost of the machine "Under itself" can be one and a half, two, or even three times to exceed the price of the base version. All sorts of "delicacies" in the Audi menu is much more than in the most elite restaurants. Want a Bang & Olufsen audio system is not a question. Would you like the adaptive headlights of Matrix LED with automatic brightness adjustment? Or maybe you serve the most "advanced" adaptive cruise control? It is capable of not only abide by the distance, but also in a pair of the Audi Pre Sense City system to independently stop the car in case of danger (at speeds of up to 40 km / h) and even "twist" in the stream (up to 65 km / h) ...

But there is still a familiar instrument panel already familiar to several models, which allows you to "equip" a shield at your own request. As with Q7, you can expand / suwr the devices, display a map on the entire screen or play economy driving, following the tips of the machine. In this background, Archaism looks like a stationary "tablet" of the central display without sensors. Multimedia supports Android Auto and Apple Car Play and allows you to display a card from the smartphone to the central monitor, and leave the Audi cartography on the tidy - to someone as convenient.

A dual impression remains from voice control. The system is able to understand the natural phrases like "I want to dine in the restaurant" or "I want to go to the refueling." How correctly does the voice control work correctly? In English understands well, but with the Russian language, it is not yet "friendly" - I did not teach it to the end, apparently, to understand the case. Although, maybe cars who arrived in Russia are already able to listen in Russian. And a little more about options ... There are very convenient screens for the rear passengers. In essence, these are tablets (Pegatron, Taiwan), and in this case - about the miracle - removable. They have an Android platform and 32 GB memory, and the MMI Plus multimedia is conjugate with wireless communication. Wireless charging for smartphones is provided - in the armrest between the driver and the passenger.

Technics

In Russia, a new AUDI A4 is offered with five engines - three gasoline and two diesel. All are turbocharged rank "four", and the power of gasoline and diesel is the same, which causes the configurator at first. 150 forces have 1.4 TFSI and 2.0 TDI. 190 have 2.0 TFSI and another 2.0 TDI. At the top of the Russian ruler there is a 249-strong gasoline two-liter. The basic motor is available with "mechanics" and a 7-speed "robot" S-Tronic, and everyone else is equipped with a robotic box that is non-alternative. Diesel three-liter V6 O 272 forces, combined with an 8-speed "hydromechanics", we are not represented - in any case.

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According to the Germans, all the motors have become 21% more economical. This is due not only to technical innovations, but also a decrease in the weight of the car, due to even wider use of aluminum, and aerodynamics. Audi declare about the best in class Aerodynamic resistance coefficient - 0.23. So, but only in the case of a 190-strong modification of 2.0 TDI ULTRA, which has active blinds and aerodynamically efficient protection of the bottoms hidden behind bars. For other versions, the value is valid at 0.26. As before, the front suspension has dual transverse levers, but with constructive changes - the levers are attached to the body, and not to subframes. Rear - five-mounted pendant with four top levers.

How rides?

For A4, two types of chassis are offered - ordinary and adaptive, and each of them has "sports" and "comfortable" presets, featuring and clearance, and rigidity. I did not feel the principal difference in behavior. Probably needed roads without high-speed limits yes with fiction turns. On the roads of general use around Venice, there is no sense of sports suspension on my feelings. I believe that in Moscow or especially in the regions, this is also quite a senseless option, unless the owner plans visits to the tracks. "Comfortable" adaptive suspension is just beautiful. The compromise of settings is almost perfect for the roads of medium "murdling." Riding on the "washing board", passing turns with excess speed - it will forgive everything. This is not a boat on the air cushion, although the "stellet" is as quiet.

It is not tired of repeating - noise insulation is just fantastic. So much that you do not understand, you have a diesel engine under your hood or a gasoline engine, you are going on asphalt by 200 km / h or rush along the rubble. The secret is not only in a good noise insulating layer on the body, but including in double glazing - it is true, optional. Traditionally, a little for the on-site test drives of time was to get acquainted with the car, so I could not try in the matter of all versions - I had to choose. The victim fell all the diesel engines, which in the D-class we traditionally do not really complain. But the gasoline tried almost everything, albeit little. The basic version is offered with a 1.4 TFSI gasoline engine for 150 forces aggregated with a six-speed "mechanics". Cheerful acceleration, the magnificent selectivity of "Mechanics" is a completely reasonable-sufficient car, which will probably climb office parks and a taxi. By the way, it is accepted over 8.7 seconds to 100 km / h, so if necessary, you can and burn a little.

Tuesday. Documents are in order, keys in hand, everything is ready for test. Blood began to move faster, because these days I will spend with a handsome man who attracts the eyes of others and loves to shist. So, we meet the gasoline Audi A4 Quattro harnessed from 249 horses, ready to "devote" many authorities.

I take official avenue, there I promise: an even more powerful, more efficient and more intellectual car: the new Audi A4 is impressive in an innovative combination of technology and aesthetic qualities. Innovative Virtual Dashboard Audi Virtual CockPit with a 12.3-inch LCD Display with a 12.3-inch Diagonal and the Bang & Olufsen audio system as an additional option with surround sound creates impressive accents in the interior design and comply with the highest class standards. Let's look more details that truth, and that marketing. Go.

Appearance

The front grill, aggressive headlights, strict features of the "faces" say that the wheel of this car, who loves not just move from point A to point B, but loves to do it with pleasure. Properly selected color, "Right" discs and RLINE Finish - All this gives a car Sports Spirit, which has always been famous and is famous for Audi.

Salon design and quality materials

Sitting to the salon you immediately immerse yourself in a familiar Audi atmosphere familiar. The front panel and the steering wheel immediately attract attention. I love the stylist in the design of Audi, and in A4, it is as never well displayed. The correct forms and stylish design in the trifles attracts those who love order on their desktop and in the car. In Audi A4, it can be seen in all parts of the cabin.

It is confused only the display that "small", "plastic" and very much resembles a cheap Chinese tablet 5 years ago. Is it possible to make a metal frame around it in the style of an aluminum "scenery that stretches over the entire width of the car. The quality of the picture is also slightly outdated, on the other hand, there are no hangs and response of the system in the navigator or multimedia works at height. So you start thinking What is important - the quality of the picture of the monitor as on iPhone or the speed of entering in the navigator or when searching for a song. I am for the second.

The armchairs are comfortable, the buttons are practical, the steering wheel is convenient in hand, the legs are enough space, enough space for coffee, phone and key. All you need for every day in reach with one hand. As in any car there are places practical plastic that annoys, but to which you quickly get used to.

Convenience behind the wheel

It doesn't matter what model I sit down, be it in a compact Audi TT or in a large Audi A8, I always think only about one thing - whether I can be comfortable and when I can start. Sitting behind the wheel in Audi A4, I feel "in my plate": a good overview of the front, sufficient dimensions of the mirror with the "dead point" function and comfortable landing in the chair. Slight, pressed the "button" and drove. The soul wants speed and empty road, but the overwhelmed movement of the morning stream of cars hints to me: "Speeds will have to wait."

Convenience Behind

Audi A4 is a car in which you will constantly go driving, so all the power is directed there. As for the place of rear, it is enough for children (from infants in a special chair to adolescents). Low and medium growth to an adult passenger from behind the place will be enough, but without special "chips." This is a practical car for a small family with children or for youth, which loves moving in the rapid rhythm of life. In long journeys, passengers will be enough space, but you will have to surround yourself with all sorts of additional road pillows that "soften" their own way.

Dynamics of cars

I can talk about the dynamics of the car. This is not a sports version of the RS4, but the equipment that I have for a test drive, allows you to decorate weekdays to the tributaries in the blood of adrenaline. It is perfect on the road, it is perfect in turns, it is perfectly moved at the time of "sharp transitions" from one line of the road to a friend. Getting used to the car instantly, so that after the test you do not want to part.

How well to leave the "concerned work of Moscow" on weekdays in the midday area. Less cars, less movement and more opportunities. Easy pressure on the gas pedal and already. On the speedometer, the border zone between the maximum permissible speed and violation of the rules of the road. It is a pity there is no possibility to go to the landfill, there I would not throw less than 200 km / h. I want to go fast and long. Do not get tired behind the wheel.

Having tried 249 horses at A4 and on A6, I can confidently answer myself. Audi A4 with 249 horses greatly brings excitement and desire to strive than his older brother. The weight of the car Audi A4 strongly speaks in favor of the younger brother.

Access time 0-100 km / h (sec): 5.8 Maximum speed (km / h) 250 - car handling

The car behaves as you expect. Where you need to accelerate, there he sharply accelerates, while you control the situation and with a lightweight steering wheel, you can quickly avoid any "deceleration". He listens to you instantly. No need to worry that with a rapid turn left, you can not have time to slip. Audi A4 does it quickly.

An interesting feature of "autopilot". Turn on the autopilot mode, let go of the pedal of gas and brakes, let go of the steering wheel and. It begins to move and manage the situation. The car is watching the flux in front and decides himself what to do. When ahead of the riding car slows down, Audi A4 slows down when it is necessary to stop - completely stops. It really works and it is really convenient.

Moving in traffic jam, I constantly included this feature and wanted to find vulnerabilities in it. Should not work something like that. I do not believe that technology has already achieved opportunities to manage my security without my participation. Audi A4 also proved that standing in traffic, you can really read the newspaper or write messages, but so far it is forbidden. Laws do not allow to go on full autopilote, so after a certain time the car reminds that I need to keep the steering wheel in my hands. True, it is worth noting that the autopilot is conveniently used in the city, but not to the Moscow Ring Road, where the flow often changes and no "smooth and uniform movement".

In the description of the car, we hint at the combined cycle of 7.7 l / 100 km, but this is only if you really do not get into traffic jams and do not like to use the autopilot. I have less than 10 liters did not work out, but I spent a lot of time in testing the autopilot, in a slow ride "in the stream" and at high speeds on the track. On another day, I tried myself as a relaxed family man (included Eco mode), which leaves the house, brings children to school and goes to an office within the "second ring", it turned out to reach 8.5 liters.

The price of a car Audi A4 begins from 1.9 million rubles. But this is the starting version. If you want to get a complete set that was a drive test - the price can reach about 2.8-3.1 million rubles depending on your imagination.

After the video test drive on the channel, I got a lot of private messaging in instagram on the topic "Why take for 3 million Audi A4, because for this money you can take A6 or a new BMW 5 series?"

I usually answer this question with the words that I told one friend about 10 years ago: "Why carry the air, for this order bucks."

If your family consists of 2-4 people, and children are still small, I do not see the point in the "minimal" A6 or BMW 5, I recommend gathering for 2.4-2.6 million an excellent configuration of Audi A4 and "Do not carry the air".

If you are a young promising guy or a girl and want to have a smart, comfortable car and do not worry about the parking space, you should pay attention to the "middle" or "expensive" package and enjoy the car dynamics.

Audi A4 once again convinced that Audi continues to develop and delight everyone who buys their cars.

I am coming on the Audi A4 in the city, damaged by the morning stream of cars. In the cabin, only the muffled Motor bass on acceleration and the rustle of the air in the ventilation system is heard when we stop at the next traffic light. On the green signal, the Start-Stop system starts the engine again, the sedan is gently rushing and smoothly accelerates until the next intersection. However, this apparent smoothness is the next red I come first, without even thinking to compete with someone. I think about something: What if the new A4 suddenly occur in Audi? I finally changed q7 - it is understandable. The new A8 is not far from around the corner - also predictable. But "Four"?

Batyushki, let the past generation debuted eight years ago! And it seems to me that it was about the day before yesterday ... Just Audi A4 - a rare case of a unstasive car. The appearance is quite ak-rust and eight years later (especially since exactly in the middle of life the car was Facelift), the motors are modern, chassis - with all the "bells, including active steering and adjustable shock absorbers. The gentleman's electronics set is also present. What else is needed?

Need to. For the company itself, Audi "Four" is more important than any Q7. In a large German troika, she is first roles only in the DTM championship. And sales A4 is traditionally inferior to C-Class, and BMW. And in this race, the eight-year-old "old woman" there was no chance. What, however, did not diminish her advantages.

So, it seems, the designers "four rings" thought. In the appearance of a new sedan more sharp faces, but the overall style has been preserved: with a six-ti-angled shield of the radiator lattice, circular abides of the wheeled arches and spectacular (this time by double) strokes of the running lights. Headlights are xenon, just light-di-one and matrix adaptive, like A8. And in general, the "Four" is still a real business woman. Strict suit, careless makeup, proper nutrition.

Ingolstadt diet, by the way, it works - the car has grown slightly in size, but in some grades it became easier for more than 100 kg! The body remained steel (although it dropped about 15 kg), A-Liu Mini was added to the chassis. From it s-business-on half of the front subframe, the torque calipers, some levers before-it and the rear suspension, the frame before the panel and even partial wiring!

Worked engineers and over power units. Basic will be a light turbo engine 1.4 TFSI, which develops 150 hp And the most commonly used in Russia will certainly be the new 2.0 TFSI. He does not have the highest power for two-liter turbo - 190 hp (There is another option in 249 forces), but a very high compression ratio - 11.7. Such a motor due to direct injection and double cams on the intake and outlet camshafts can work on the Miller cycle. Why are all these tricks? For savings - "Passport" Consumption A4 2.0 TFSI is only 4.8 l / 100 km!

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He is closer inside, he has a shorter list of options. But the driver's emotions are more

In a bundle with the engine, a new 7-step "preselection" works - and this is a happy marriage. From the next traffic light, they dispersed the "four" smoothly, but assertive. The turboy of the motor is almost no felt, switching the gear is fast and timely. Only the voice of the engine is unplaced and at times too persistent. But this is an illusion. Simply the rest of the noise, even at high speed, almost do not penetrate into the salon - no special attention paid noise insulation. And those who do not shake on the optional Bang & Olufsen (with the sound of 3D) for 80,000, "for surrender" will get the active noise reduction system.

Seriously updated chassis also seems as friendly as possible ... before the first hatch. Ba-Bach! - The blow comes out sensitive. Why so tough? The answer is in the list of equipment: optional sports suspension (minus 20 mm clearance). Yes, behind the wheel of the sedan follows as a thread behind the needle. And the steering itself is pleasantly sharp and commemorated informative - Audi is still one of the best electric power plants in the world. But with all the sharp of the management of Azart in the nature of the "four". She - as a medalist at school - the right and studying on some fives. But for some reason the medals in the Olympics are conquered by others ... take a standard comfortable suspension, and better - adaptive.

However, the choice of suspension will not be the hardest thing. Here is the equipment of the cabin ... Aluminum or tree? Fabric, leather, Alcantara? Normal shield or virtual? Need to enter the Internet and navigating corks or bypass your own smartphone that can be controlled via MMI? Take the rear passengers of the tablet on the Android platform or will it be enough for 3 zone climates-control? And how to help yourself, the driver? From the word "assist" in the configurator ripples in the eyes - Package Tour (active cruise control with the STOP & GO function, Lane Assist with auto-loading, road signs control, etc.), City Assist (this is the control of rebuildings and "ones" when turning to the left ), "Parking" package with chambers of a circular review and a fleet. There is even a "warning" when opening the door - in case any jigit is rushing. In short, the arsenal is impressive. There is a trifle - to beat them competitors on premium-triple ...

Text: Valery Aruutin

To date, the network has a lot of comparative video of test drives giants car market Audi, Mercedes-Benz and BMW. Therefore, it is not surprising that Audi pulled all his trumps to ensure that the A4 of the seventh generation is a worthy opponent. Test drives, reviews and reviews of owners Audi A4 B9 show that this is a spacious, well-built car and offers a class interior not only from the point of view of free space, but also in terms of quality of performance.

Pros:

• quiet car
• canceled brakes
• places in the cabin more than competitors,
• record aerodynamics,
• a large set of electronics, including security systems, even in basic equipment,
• flexible instrument panel settings.

Minuses:

• high prices,
• long reaction when transferring legs with brake pedal to accelerator pedal,
• in Audi A4, the external buttons removed the external buttons as possible, so the first time can cause a difficulty searching for a function.

Diseases:

• shocks in a robotic box in sport mode,
• among the vehicles made up to December 2016 were 3 manufacturer's reviews: the first touch adjustment of the driver's seat back, the second - pretensioners of seat belts and pillows, and the third touches the TFSI engine coolant pumps,
• rare complaints about the flickering screen in the center console and the problems with connecting some models of phones to the multimedia system.

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Audi A4 got around, will not be afraid of this word, an evolutionary design in his time, and generation B9 was criticized for being too similar to its predecessors, but A4 is still well thought out from the point of view of the design and technologies of the machine that is especially rushed into Eyes in sports finish or execution of S-Line.

Moreover, the new Audi A4 has even more space for passengers, more than in BMW 3 Series (trunkings are the same in size), which means that this corresponds to his other German opponent Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

A4 B9 comes with two engines, but expands the selection range different levels of their "turbocyness". The ruler begins with a 1,4-liter motor and ends with a turbocharged 2.0-hitrol gasoline engine, squeezing from its two liters of 250 horsepower, as well as a dual-liter diesel. All cars are equipped with mechanics or a robotic box to choose from.

Speaking of fuel economy, the results of test drives Audi A4 have shown that it is logical as the most budget options - double-liter diesel engines. According to the manufacturer's statements, it consumes 4.8 liters per hundred in the conditions of the city. Real consumption on the test drive is about 6-7 liters.

Despite the fact that the A4 is perfectly fitted for test drives on highways, it is not so fascinating to ride, as on BMW 3-Series, Audi lags behind its more manageable competitor for the felting steering and suspension, which does not give the same dexterity. The sports versions of Audi A4 have a rather hard suspension, although additional adaptive shock absorbers decide if you can find such a car in the second. If you can not, buy Audi A4 B9 on smaller wheels and avoid low-profile rubber.

In general, A4 has something to offer Russian: good engines, an excellent interior and decent electronics - this is a great purchase.

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Prices for this generation A4 begin with almost two million rubles, and this is for an empty configuration on mechanics, although, since this model is quite new, its prices are lowered pretty quickly. But cars with mileage are not much cheaper over time, so do not expect from the used Audi A4 B9 low prices in the secondary market.

How much is Audi A4 service?

A4 has impressive fuel expenditures on paper, but at normal driving it cannot cope with these numbers. Under these conditions, 1.4 TFSI on the test drive will reach the consumption of almost 9 liters per 100 km. While a more voluminous 2.0-chilt gasoline engine will absorb almost 10 liters. 2.0 TFSI for 250 horses eats about 12 liters per hundred.

Diesel engines in this regard are better, 2.0 TDI consumes an average of 6-7 liters according to the results of test drives. There is still a three-liter diesel, which is officially not sold in Russia. Its consumption is about 10-11 liters per hundred.

The rates of transport tax and insurance insurance are sufficiently low. Even with the most powerful engine for 250 horses, they will not cost as much as possible and will cost about 20 thousand rubles. The thing is that according to the documents of this engine 249 hp, and the last step to a significant increase in the tax rate and insurance rate is 250 horsepower.

All Audi is usually quite expensive when the question concerns the maintenance of franchise dealers.

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How to choose a used Audi A4?

Many A4 are leased, which means that they can have a considerable mileage, which in turn means the possibility of twisting runs. Therefore, carefully follow the indirect indicators of the run: the condition of the cabin, brake discs, tires and the like. You should also thoroughly check the condition of the paint coating. The most unsightly blows and chips will be present at the end of the lease period, but they can often lead to more significant consequences.

High-quality fit and decoration A4 also makes it an ideal candidate for purchase, so make sure that the service history is absolutely clean and there are no discrepancies in mileage. Look at the seats, pedals and steering wheel to make sure that the wear is commensurate. Rate A4 on a test drive, listen to outsiders and knocks.

There are three official recalls that you need to know about A4 produced by December 2016. One of them concerns the potential fault of the seat back, the second - pretensioners of seat belts and airbags, and the third touches the TFSI engine coolant pumps.

What are the most common Audi A4 problems?

The number of registered faults on A4 is relatively small, since the car is still new, although problems with the information and entertainment system of the car are concerned, since phones of some models are sometimes not connected properly, and flickering screens are the main complaints. The latest AUDI software can cure many of these problems.

Despite the reputation of A4 for a large interior, some problems with crickets in the shelves and the buzzing of interior decorations have arisen.

The previous generations of TFSI gasoline engine had some problems with camshafts and chain tensioners, but it seems that these problems have been corrected for A4 in Generation B9.

Special problems with diesel fuel in Russian realities, except for diesel particulate filters (DPF), no. But it can affect modern diesel engines if they are not hot enough to restore DPF. If most of your driving will be short city trips, then the model with a gasoline engine is the best choice.

Audi A4 Reliable car or not?

This generation Audi A4 is too new for any specific reliability data, and in its current form all models will fall under the original manufacturer's warranty.

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While the engine 2.0 TDI A4 is the champion of savings, it is impossible not to recommend gasoline cars. 1.4 TFSI has excellent consumption credentials on paper, but its low-power engine can become a bit boring. Since 2.0 TFSI (for 190 hp) offers similar savings with improved performance, this is the best choice. European models 3.0 TDI are also good in management and reasonably economical, but to find them among the used Audi A4 B9 today is quite problematic.

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