1. Sharper focus: exterior design
Newly designed headlights contribute to a favourable first impression in the latest A4 models, and all now use Matrix LED technology as standard regardless of version. The lamps emphasize a broader, flatter single-frame grille that is complemented by resculpted bumper elements that include pentagonal air inlets and U-shape fog lamp housings. These horizontal aspects emphasise the width.
The profile is defined by the distinctive new detailing above the wings and the lower-set shoulder line in between. They form strong contours above the wheels and make the quattro genes outwardly visible.
At the rear end, the light clusters have a three-dimensional design, and all models are fitted with a rear diffuser that improves aerodynamics and fuel efficiency. The updated rear bumper also has trapezoidal exhaust tips.
Rather than revolution, the overall design of the new A4 is evolution! and Audi has done enough to keep this compact executive car looking fresh for a few more years.
2. Redesigned interior
To bring it up to speed with rivals, the Audi A4's interior has been completely redesigned. Not to say it was bad in any way, anything but, it just gained modern equipment and a more stylish look. It still remains as comfortable as its previous model, it's just a little more expensive now.
The dashboard is dominated by a continuous air vent strip and high-quality trim pieces. Passenger room has grown, allowing for more headroom, legroom, and shoulder room than before. Matching its German rivals, the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the A4 offers a 480-litre boot capacity in the sedan and 505 litres in the estate.
With the optional Audi Virtual Cockpit, the 12.3-inch display replaces the speedo and rev-counter dials and shows a significant amount of information for the driver. The climate control interface has also been redesigned and remains simple to use.
3. Driving
Audi's engineers put a lot of work into the suspension and chassis of the new A4 to improve the responsiveness and comfort. The car has also dropped some weight due to the lighter parts that have been used on the suspension and steering.
The old A4 had a competent but uninvolving style of driving which has changed on the new model. New A4 models have an electronic front differential and dynamic steering as standard which improves the drive. These cars also have engines with power outputs above 140 kW and adaptive shock absorbers with two switchable modes. In the range are seven engines with one principle: less fuel consumption and more power. Compared to the predecessor model, fuel consumption has been reduced by up to 21 percent while power was increased by up to 25 percent.
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