Monday, August 24, 2015

Audi A4 Facelift 2015

Audi A4 Facelift Preview

Expected Launch: October, 2016
The 2016 Audi A4 made its official debut at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show and has been spotted testing in Mumbai several times. This is the fifth generation of the Audi A4 that will be launched soon in our country.

Exterior

The new car is based on the second-generation of the flexible MLB platform and looks sharper than the current A4 on sale. The latest iteration will get restyled headlamps, single-frame grille, chrome strip within the waistline, new alloy wheels, compact LED tail lamps and a sloping roofline. The matrix LED headlamps will also be available as an optional extra. Overall, the different changes will bring a fresh look to the car, still following the design language and styling of the existing model.

Interior

Audi has completely redesigned the centre console and the dashboard to give the new A4 a modern look. The seat and the steering wheel have been also revamped while the 12.3-inch virtual cockpit first seen in the Audi TT Coupe is offered as an optional extra. Audi is offering a host of new trims and decorative detailing for the interior.

Engine and Gearbox

Considering the engine options, the new A4 will be available in a host of engines. The petrol line-up includes the 1.4-litre TFSI, 1.8-litre TFSI, 2.0-litre TFSI and the 3.0-litre TFSI while on the diesel front there is the 1.6-litre TDI, 2.0-litre TDI and the 3.0-litre TDI. The carmaker is expected to introduce a new nine-speed automatic gearbox and the AWD via Quattro might be offered as an option.

Price and Competition

The new Audi A4 is expected to be priced between Rs 32 lakh to Rs 41 lakh and will compete with the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW 3 Series in India.

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