The 2008 Audi RS4, developed by Audi AG's performance tuning division quattro GmbH, break new ground in the sport sedan segment. These high-performance model feature numerous innovations, delivering top performance on both road and track. The Audi RS4 Cabriolet is new for 2008, and it promises to be highly prized with a limited production run of approximately 300 vehicles for the model year. Also new for 2008 are two option packages for the sedan: the Titanium package and the Audi Exclusive interior package.
The Titanium package consists of a black grille; black side window trim; titaniumcolored alloy wheels, exhaust tips, and mirrors; piano black interior trim; and floor mats with contrasting red piping and "RS4" logo.
The new Audi Exclusive interior package consists of red leather seat centers (black leather side bolsters and head rests) and door trim; contrasting red seat and floor mat piping; red stitching on the shift boot, hand brake, seats, and steering wheel; piano black interior trim; RS4 floormat logo; and Audi Exclusive badging. The Audi Exclusive interior package is not available on Sprint or Mugello blue Audi RS4 models.
At Audi, the "RS" designation stands for unmatched performance ability, technological innovation, motorsports pedigree, and thrilling driving dynamics. At the heart of the Audi RS4 is the high-revving 420-hp naturally-aspirated V8 engine featuring FSI direct injection technology, which was first proved out in the Le Mans-winning Audi R8 prototype race car.
The Audi RS4 features the latest generation of the quattro permanent all-wheel drive system with asymmetric/dynamic torque distribution. Under normal driving circumstances, 40 percent of the power is sent to the front wheels and 60 percent to the rear. This new asymmetrical torque split quattro system is key to achieving the Audi RS4's sporty driving dynamics and also ensures Audi's legendary all-weather traction and sure-footed handling ability.
The car has been engineered to reduce excess weight, with the result being a weight-topower ratio of 8.7 lbs. per hp. The Audi RS4 is a unique, intelligent, high-performance vehicle with superior drivetrain qualities, offering driving dynamics unmatched by any other car in its segment.
Engine
At the heart of any sports car is the engine, and for the Audi RS4 quattro GmbH placed its trust in a compact V8 unit featuring gasoline direct injection technology, referred to by Audi as FSI. With FSI, gasoline is injected directly into the combustion chamber, resulting in a uniform fuel/air mixture. Because of the cooling effect of the directly injected fuel, Audi's development engineers have been able to increase the engine's compression ratio to 12.5:1, thereby boosting horsepower.
The Audi RS4's FSI technology trickled down from Audi's motorsports efforts. Gasoline direct injection was developed for and proven out in the Audi R8 prototype race car, a five-time winner of the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race.
This more efficient combustion process achieves even higher power output, which is demonstrated most clearly in the engine's responsiveness throughout the rev-band. Thanks to this sophisticated injection method, optimum power and torque output are produced in every driving situation at both low and high speeds.
At 7,800 rpm the 4.2-liter engine delivers 420 hp, and peak torque is 317 ft. lbs. at 5,500 rpm. No less than 90 percent of maximum torque is maintained consistently throughout a wide range of engine speeds from 2,250 to 7,600 rpm. Performance on the road is equally impressive: the Audi RS4 accelerate to 60 mph in 4.6 seconds. At 155 mph the vehicle's speed is smoothly limited by an electronic control system.
Audi has deployed the high-revving engine principle for the first time in the Audi RS4, which has a maximum engine speed of 8,250 rpm. The significant advantages of this principle are superior power output at high engine speeds and a smooth, eager responsiveness across the entire rev range. Further amplifying the high-performance experience is the high-revving V8 engine sound that enthusiast drivers live to hear.
For further enjoyment of the V8 sound system, pressing the "Sport" button on the dashboard produces a more aggressive engine exhaust note. Moreover, the electronic throttle control heightens its response to throttle inputs for a more sporty driving experience.
The ultra-compact V8
The V8 power unit is ultra-compact, fitting snugly into the engine compartment of the Audi RS4 without any body modifications. The camshaft and ancillaries, with the exception of the alternator, are all driven by a chain for easy maintenance.
Unique features of the V8 that powers the Audi RS4 versus the Audi S4 include modified pistons and con-rods, a new crankshaft together with its bearings, and new cylinder heads. A twin exhaust system with enlarged pipes provides even higher power output. These extensive measures enable the 4,163 cc engine to break through the magical 100 hp per liter barrier.
Drivetrain
Getting all this power on to the road obviously was a significant challenge, one that was solved by incorporating the quattro permanent all-wheel drive system. Over a quarter century's experience and market leadership in the all-wheel drive car segment represent genuine benefits for Audi's customers. The Audi RS4 features quattro all-wheel drive with asymmetric/dynamic torque distribution.
A center differential distributes the power to the front and rear wheels as required, thereby ensuring optimum traction. In variable road conditions, power can be diverted immediately in full to the front or rear, depending on the need. The distribution system, which under normal road conditions transmits 40 percent of the power to the front wheels and 60 percent to the rear, makes the Audi RS4 an even more impressively dynamic drive. Alongside traction, controllability, stability, load reversal and transitioning, aspects of agility and steering also have been substantially enhanced, underscoring the car's highly sporty character.
The center differential is a self-locking worm gear, which means that the locking action is prompted only under the influence of the drivetrain. When braking and cornering, however, the gearbox permits differences in engine speed. The rear axle differential is fitted with additional cooling fins.
The six-speed gearbox with very short gearshift travel combines compact dimensions with low weight and a high standard of shift comfort. Adapted to the power band of the Audi RS4, the gearing provides excellent power yield in practice, conveying the output of the engine to the car's driven wheels with maximum efficiency.
Suspension
Even the best drivetrain needs the proper chassis and suspension. A standard sports suspension ensures that the engine's output is transferred just as needed to the road. But Audi's new sports sedan boasts a high-performance aluminum suspension with a four-link front axle and a trapezoidal-link rear axle that ensures a superior ride. Precise steering, with sensitive feedback, sporty agility and excellent directional stability make the Audi RS4 the perfect car for the highway, country roads, and the race track.
Each wheel on the front axle is guided by four aluminum transverse links. The trapezoidal-link rear axle offers top-class driving dynamics. This torsion-proof and non-flexing trapezoidal link absorbs a large portion of the forces acting on the wheel. Together with the track link located further to the rear, this special configuration defines the elastokinematic behavior of the rear axle with ultimate precision.
Dynamic Ride Control
The Audi RS4 comes with Audi's Dynamic Ride Control (DRC), an entirely mechanical system that reduces both body roll and pitch along the car's longitudinal and lateral axes. This is accomplished by interconnecting the dampers diagonally by way of a central valve. Body movements during initial acceleration are largely eliminated in this way, as are pitching movements when braking or rolling movements when cornering rapidly. In the Audi RS4, quattro GmbH has succeeded in making the system more compact and lighter than in the Audi RS6.
The combination of quattro drive, DRC, and a suspension specifically tuned to the Audi RS4 allows this outstanding high-performance Audi to hold the road safely even in the absolute limit at top cornering speeds. The Audi RS4 features the latest generation electronic stability program designed and configured especially for this car. Its interventions now are later and shorter, and it also is possible to delay intervention further, or to disable the program altogether.
For the RS4, Audi designers produced a range of light and attractive cast aluminum wheels with a seven double-spoke design. A special manufacturing method yields wheels that are stronger, thinner and lighter.
Compared with the standard Audi A4, the Audi RS4 is lower by 1.2 inches (30 mm). Another important change is the wider track, increased by 1.5 inches at the front and 1.9 inches at the rear. The spring and damper tuning also have been adapted to the sporty dynamics of the Audi RS4.
Servotronic steering has been specially tuned to the requirements of the sports sedan. With its direct response and short travel, it is well suited to the overall character of the Audi RS4.
Brakes for the race track
The Audi RS4's impressive braking is based on a system that fits at least 18-inch wheels. The perforated and ventilated brake discs measure 14.4 inches in diameter at the front and 12.8 inches at the rear. They are designed in a floating arrangement, with the castiron friction ring of the brake system bolted onto the aluminum brake disc cover. The result is a significant improvement in brake resistance to fading, particularly under extreme loads. Another side effect of this technology is a reduction in unsprung mass.
Brake air flow is optimized by means of NACA ducts that keep the brake discs appropriately cool at all times. Featuring eight-piston fixed calipers originally developed for motorsports on the front wheels (four pistons and two brake pads on the inside and outside of each brake disc), as well as single-piston swing calipers on the rear wheels, the Audi RS4 offers supreme stopping power and directional stability.
Other features included in the electronic stability program are the electronic differential lock (EDL), traction control (ASR), electronic brake force distribution, and anti-lock brakes (ABS).
It also is possible to disable the stability program in two stages: in the first stage only the traction control (ASR) function is disabled; in the second stage the program is completely deactivated, including the traction control. As a result, there is no control intervention in any driving situation.
Design
The design of the Audi RS4 combines functionality with aesthetics. The car's appearance embodies the ultimate in uncompromising sportiness. In particular, the RS 4 demonstrates its enormous performance potential where such qualities really count, boasting features such as:
The sporty look of the Audi RS4 is combined with an equally high level of functionality. The large inlets on the front end of the Audi RS4 guarantee optimum cooling of the V8 FSI engine. Flared wheel arches offer substantial space for standard 19-inch wheels. With enlarged tailpipe cross-sections, the twin-chamber exhaust system provides significantly reduced exhaust gas back pressure. The 1.2-inch lowering not only provides a sporty look but also is a major factor in delivering outstanding levels of driving dynamics.
Despite uncompromising sportiness, the car's close family relationship with the Audi A4 is unmistakable. The distinctive single-frame grille and the sweeping headlights, borrowed from the Nuvolari concept car, underscore the family heritage of the Audi RS4.
Interior
Premium quality typical of Audi and genuine sportiness typical of an RS model are combined in harmony in the interior of the Audi RS4. The Recaro sport bucket seats provide excellent lateral support. The RS bucket seats are covered in full silk nappa leather throughout.
Attention to detail is demonstrated in the choice of materials and the workmanship applied in processing them. Leather, aluminum and carbon fiber are the predominant materials in the interior. The RS steering wheel is covered in perforated leather. Carbon fiber trim inside the car serves to accentuate the sporting qualities of the Audi RS4, while milled aluminum door openers are echoed on the gear knob and the steering wheel. The gear knob, handbrake lever and steering wheel are covered in perforated leather.
The standard color LCD driver information system incorporated into the typical RSdesign cockpit features an oil temperature gauge as well as a stopwatch with lap timer function, a useful extra for those special track days so beloved by Audi RS4 drivers. The driver information system welcomes the driver with the exclusive RS welcome logo. The aluminum pedals are further evidence of the motorsports connection, and they also help to reduce weight.
An optional Premium package on the Audi RS4 consists of navigation system plus, Bluetooth, SIRIUS Satellite Radio, BOSE sound system, HomeLink garage/gate opener, auto dimming exterior mirrors, auto dimming interior rear-view mirror with integrated compass, rain and light sensor with "coming home" feature, and power rear and manual rear-side sunshades.
An iPod interface and aluminum interior inlays are no-cost options.
Safety
The Audi RS4 safety package is both comprehensive and highly sophisticated. Particular attention has been paid to the need for active driving safety. The quattro permanent allwheel drive system already offers more traction than conventional drive systems in critical driving situations. Its variable distribution of power across the two axles now also provides even greater benefit.
An additional boost to safety is provided by the electronic stability program, with its integrated dry braking function. When the road is wet, the system lightly applies the brake pads to the discs at regular intervals, unnoticed by the driver, to sweep water from them and so improve braking response.
The Audi RS4 features a tire pressure monitoring system as standard. The sensors located in the wheels continually measure the tire pressure at three-second intervals. In the event of an acute loss of pressure, the driver information system gives the driver both a visual warning sign and an acoustic alarm.
Passive safety of the highest standard
Great attention also was paid to the issue of passive safety. A rigid body, consistent and coordinated deformation properties, state-of-the-art restraint systems - including the two-stage front airbags - and the Sideguard head airbag system provide exemplary levels of occupant protection. This head-level side airbag system covers virtually the entire side window area, from the A-post to the C-post. The airbags themselves are inflated by a hybrid gas generator, which maintains the airbag pressure for several seconds to provide ongoing protection. This means Sideguard provides full protection even in a secondary collision such as when the car rolls over following initial impact.
If the car should roll over, a roll-over protection system in the double rear bulkhead adds to occupant safety. In this case, two protective bars, controlled by sensors, are triggered behind the rear passengers within milliseconds. Together with the extremely rigid windshield frame, they help to preserve survival space for all occupants.
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class already looks to be in motion at a standstill with its dynamic proportions, thanks to the combination of short front overhang, long wheelbase...
For improved traction and driving dynamics, all C63 and C63 S models are equipped with an electronically controlled rear-axle limited-slip differential.
The exterior of the C43 4Matic is considerably more expressive, even more strongly identifying the new model as a member of the family. New distinguishing...
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class in its current generation was Mercedes-Benz's top-selling model in its fourth year on sale. The brand sold a combined total of over...
Pure fascination and breathtaking dynamics - the new Mercedes-AMG C63 sets benchmarks. The high-tech drive, the signature AMG handling and the high level...
The new Mercedes-Benz C450 AMG 4Matic expands the product range of the performance and sports car brand of Mercedes-Benz with another new AMG sports model.
The all-new Mercedes-Benz C-Class heralds a new chapter in the Mercedes-Benz success story and sets new standards in the premium mid‑range class.
Following its premiere in the S-Class, Mercedes-Benz is now offering its most advanced hybrid technology yet in the C-Class. With a range of 20 miles in...
The successful Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG is now more attractive than ever: the modified design of the top-of-the-range C-Class model is complemented by...
The new Mercedes-Benz C-Class will be launched in spring 2011 and is a comprehensive modernisation. The front and rear sections of this best selling model...
In the German Touring Car Championships (DTM) the new AMG C-Class ensures exciting motor racing at the highest level, and now its roadgoing sister model is...
Safety, comfort, agility: these are the outstanding attributes of the new C-Class. The Saloon excels with a many-faceted product concept which meets the...
The C32 AMG was also replaced, giving way to a new 5.5 L naturally-aspirated V8-powered C55 AMG. This was an evolution of the V8 engine found in the...
The C220 CDI received a power increase from 105 to 110 kW (143 to 150 PS). In addition, these engines also received the new seven-speed 7G-Tronic...
The second generation C-Class was introduced in 2000, with an even sportier look than the previous generations, with a steeper frontend and shorter...
The C-Class was introduced in 1993, as a competitor to BMW's E36 3 Series, as its predecessor, the 190, had been. The C-Class proved immensely popular,...
In the sum of its attributes, the first C-Class consolidated the success of its striking predecessor, the Mercedes-Benz 190 (W 201), widely known as the "Baby Benz".
The six-speed manual gearbox fitted in the new BMW M3 Sedan is, like the standard eight-speed M Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic of the Competition models, tuned to...
The BMW 3-Series has embodied driving pleasure, elegantly sporty design and sustained technological progress ever since its debut in 1975.
The traction and agility of the new BMW M3 CS are both enhanced by the presence of M xDrive all-wheel drive, which uses an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch...
A carbon-fibre roof can be ordered exclusively for the BMW M340i xDrive Sedan and BMW M340d xDrive Sedan. The BMW M340i xDrive Sedan can also be specified with...
Detailed exterior design upgrades ensure that the character of the new BMW 3-Series and its emphasis on driving pleasure now shine through even more clearly.
The new BMW M3 Sedan will be built at BMW Plant Munich alongside the new BMW 3-Series Sedan. Production of the new BMW M4 Coupe will take place at BMW Plant Dingolfing...
BMW M340i xDrive Sedan's superior performance characteristics are reflected in model-specific design and equipment features. The design of the front...
The new BMW 3-Series Sedan takes sporty driving pleasure to new heights. But it also assumes a pioneering role when it comes to assistance systems designed...
The long-wheelbase version of the new BMW 3-Series Sedan meets the needs of young, progressive customers in the Chinese market. It was developed alongside...
The inline 6-cylinder engine has a long tradition at BMW, and in the first-ever BMW M3 CS it is once again responsible for delivering top performance.
Reflecting the even more sharply defined, dynamic design and even higherquality interior introduced for the new BMW 3-Series model range, the BMW M3 now...
The BMW 3-Series is the founder of the modern sports sedan segment and has been fêted as an icon of this vehicle class for 40 years. Over what is now...
In the space of three years, the BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo has established itself successfully around the world in the premium mid-size class. As a...
The arrival of the new BMW 330e offers customers another innovative route to Sheer Driving Pleasure. With its plug-in hybrid drive system, the latest BMW...
The launch of the new BMW M3 Sedan and new BMW M4 Coupe sees BMW M GmbH revealing a new interpretation of the high-performance sports car - and carrying...
The BMW 3-Series Sedan is the original in the compact sports sedan segment and over the years has come to symbolise the aesthetic appeal, dynamics and...
The new BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo represents a high-calibre addition to the premium reaches of the mid-size segment. This new concept performs a genuinely...
At the international automobile trade fair Auto China 2012 in Beijing, the German premium automobile manufacturer BMW will not only be presenting its new...
The 225 kW/306 hp six-cylinder in-line engine with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology in the BMW 3 ActiveHybrid is the same unit renowned for its freerevving...
It is the epitome of sporty flair in its segment and for years it has maintained the leading position as the mostly widely sold premium vehicle in the...
BMW raises the performance benchmark once again with the introduction of the 2008 M3 Sedan. Sharing the M3 Coupe 's high-revving 414-horsepower V8 and...
Debuting in the US in 2005 as a 2006 model, the E90 came in two trims, the 325i/xi and 330i/xi models. Later, the 3 Series lineup received an engine boost...
The E46 automobile platform is the fourth generation of BMW's highly successful 3 Series entry-level luxury car / compact executive car. It was introduced...
The fourth-generation BMW 3-Series benefited more than ever from expertise accumulated during the development of models in higher segments.
Nothing is so good that you can't make it even better. Shortly after the expansion of the M3 stable by the four-door saloon, BMW AG announced...
In 1990, the four-door sedan marks the launch of the third generation 3 Series. The car boasts a high level of elegance and innovative technology. It has...
A civilian version of this original M3 with the biggest capacity drove onto the roads with the additional name of Sport Evolution. Its characteristic feature was...
Contrary to the situation with the mid-engine sports car, the BMW M3 was not going to be crafted by hand in small batches. This car was to be produced as a mass...
A widened version of the E30 front suspension and the drivetain from the E30 325i were used in the BMW Z1 roadster. The 325ix was produced from 1988...
The E30 automobile platform was the basis for the 1982 through 1991 BMW 3 Series entry-level luxury car / compact executive car. It was the successor of...
BMW 3 Series was charged with the task of combining the sporty, agile character of its predecessor with new qualities in the areas of design, comfort, space and safety.
Its new proportions made the BMW 3 Series look significantly larger at first glance than its predecessor, although the 4,355-millimetre-long, 1,610-millimetre-wide...
Handling was not the issue for the 3 series. With independent suspension all-round, four-wheel disc brakes and superbly communicative steering this was...
Lexus IS 500 has a maximum output of 472 hp at 7,100 rpm and 395 lb.-ft. of peak torque at 4,800 rpm. Despite the drastically more powerful engine...
The rear-wheel drive Lexus IS 300 features a 2.0-liter, turbocharged and intercooled inline four-cylinder engine. The 2.0-liter engine is updated for 2021...
Because the original styling of the current Lexus IS has proved so popular, Lexus has kept the essence of car's exterior appearance intact; however...
The all-new Lexus IS model range made its European debut at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. The range includes the IS 300h - the first IS to feature Lexus...
Lexus is expanding choices in its popular IS sport sedan line for 2011, adding a 306-horsepower Lexus IS 350 all-wheel drive (AWD) model and offering a new...
Much of the development of the new IS-F took place at Fuji Speedway and the Higashi-Fuji Technical Center in Japan. The IS-F is based on the proven...
The Lexus IS sedans showcase revised styling and gain enhanced interior function and improved handling for 2009. New suspension and steering tuning improve...
Altezza (codename XE10) was launched in Japan in October 1998, while the Lexus IS200 made its debut in Europe in 1999 and the IS300 in North America in 2001.
Lexus IS 300 models in the US were initially only available with the five-speed automatic transmission; this was also the case in Europe. However...
New Alfa Romeo Giulia has new tail lights in glass with a transparent finish, while those on the New Stelvio come in smoked glass with a glossy black finish.
The Alfa Romeo Giulia, the top-of-the-range model sporting the legendary Quadrifoglio badge, was introduced to the international press at the Alfa Romeo...
Alfa Romeo Giulia GTA is instantly recognizable courtesy of an exclusive characterization that is both aesthetic and functional, confirming it is not an...
The new Alfa Romeo Giulia can be ordered from showrooms across Italy, Germany, France, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Switzerland and the Netherlands. The range...
The supercharged S-Type R joined the lineup in 2003. The "R" is powered by a supercharged V8 producing 390 hp (291 kW), and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 5.3 s...
The Jaguar S-Type is a mid-size luxury car / executive car introduced for the 2000 model year by the British marque Jaguar of the Ford Motor Company. The...
Available in sedan and coupe forms, the first-ever ATS-V will introduce class-leading twin-turbocharged power and a comprehensive suite of design and...
Cadillac introduced the 2013 ATS, an all-new compact luxury sports sedan intended to challenge the world's best premium cars. Developed on an all-new,...
The design of the new Jaguar XE delivers bolder graphics, slimmer, all-LED lights and an even more assertive look. The front of the car has been given a new look...
At the heart of Jaguar XE SV Project 8 is the latest evolution of Jaguar's well proven 5.0-litre Supercharged V8 modified to give a targeted power output of...
A true driver's car, the rear-drive Jaguar XE redefines the concept of the sports saloon thanks to its advanced lightweight construction, streamlined...
The Jaguar XE redefines the concept of the sports saloon and will be the driver's car in its class. Its lightweight construction, streamlined styling,...
Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing sports an evolution of the Cadillac 3.6L Twin-Turbo V6 that features revised control system software and an improved air intake...
The Cadillac CT4-V takes these traits further, infusing the brand's racing DNA for a dynamic, responsive and exhilarating driving experience.
Cadillac CT4 delivers a driving experience unmatched by front-drive competitors. It also incorporates the latest Cadillac technologies, including available...