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4.2L, 6-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, 4x4
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Audi RS4 Base (2008) price & specs
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Overview
The 2008 Audi RS4 Base is a four-wheel drive, 2-door Convertible that was released to the Australian market on 4th October 2006 classified as a Mk2. The Audi RS4 is regarded as a Medium Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $187,500 before on-road costs.
This Audi RS4 is powered by a 4.2L 8-cylinder engine that has 309 kW of power (at 7800 rpm) and 430 Nm of torque (at 5500 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Audi claims the RS4 Base uses 13.6L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 326g of CO2. It has a 66L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 485km per full tank
The Audi RS4 measures 1391mm (54.8 inches) in height, 4555mm (179.3 inches) in length, 1814mm (71.4 inches) in width with a 2650mm (104.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1845kg (4067.5 lbs) of unladen weight. The RS4 Base comes standard with 255/35 R19 front tyres and 255/35 R19 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
167.48 - 187.27 kW/t
70.23 kW/t
194.22 kW/t
Boot Space
315 - 460 litres
315 litres
485 litres
Fuel Efficiency
13.6 L/100km
5.8 L/100km
13.8 L/100km
Price
$164,500 - $187,500
$49,950
$187,500
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
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Dimensions
4,555 mm
1,814 mm
1,391 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,555 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,814 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,391 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm |
| Load Capacity | 460 mm |
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Explore Audi RS4 Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 326
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 84.5
Engine (cc): 4163
Compression Ratio: 12.5
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 4.2
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.8
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 17.4
Main Capacity (L): 66
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 14.5
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 7.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 13.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 21
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 17
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 13.6
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 4.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 250
Maximum Speed (mph): 155
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 420
Maximum Power (kW): 309
Maximum Torque (Nm): 430
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 7800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 5500
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Centre
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Multi-Link
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 96
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 96
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Convertible
Platform Code: Pl46
Bumpers
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 11.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 315
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 61.4
Front Track (mm): 1559
Overall Height (in): 54.8
Overall Height (mm): 1391
Overall Length (in): 179.3
Overall Length (mm): 4555
Overall Width (in): 71.4
Overall Width (mm): 1814
Rear Track (in): 61.8
Rear Track (mm): 1569
Wheelbase (in): 104.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2650
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.0
Front Headroom (mm): 965
Rear Headroom (in): 36.3
Rear Headroom (mm): 922
Front Shoulder Room (in): 53.0
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1347
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 45.1
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1145
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
Type: Metallic
Convertible Rollover Protection
Rollover Protection Type: Concealed System
Convertible Roof
Soft Top Rear Glass Window: yes
Roof Soft Operation: Electric
Roof Soft Type: Soft
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Auto-Dimming Driver Door Mirrors: yes
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Auto-Dimming Passenger Door Mirrors: yes
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Toned
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2305
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5082
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1845
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4068
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Glove Box Capacity: 6
Location: Glove Box
Glove Box Media Type: CD
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 10
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Carbon Fibre
Doors: Carbon Fibre
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Carbon Fibre
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
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