Episode 345 - Audi A4 2.0 TFSI S-tronic

Date of broadcast: 02 March 2016

Engine: In-line four-cylinder, 1 984 cc, turbocharged
Power: 140 kW @ 4 200 – 6 000 rpm
Torque: 320 Nm @ 1 450 – 4 200 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio: 99,64 kW/ton
Gearbox: Seven-speed S-tronic dual-clutch, FWD
Wheels/tyres: 18-inch alloy, 245/40 R18 tyres

0-100 km/h: 7,3 sec
Top speed: 210 km/h
Fuel tank capacity: 54 litres
Fuel consumption (claimed/tested): 4,9 / 7,2 litres/100 km
Operating range (claimed/tested): 1 100 / 750 km
CO2 emissions: 109 g/km

Pros: A major step forward in all respects – especially handling.
Cons: Not as frugal as claimed.

Retail price: R517 000
Price as tested: R655 900

Prices correct on date of broadcast.