1. 2017 Audi A4 Rating: Large size, light weight
Besides the larger size and lighter weight, 2017 Audi A4 promises to be more comfortable, save
more fuels and have better performance. All of these are important factors for a small luxury
sedan.
GENERAL INTRODUCTION
If you are willing to buy a luxury sport sedan, please consider carefully as there are various car
models you can choose on the market. Cadillac ATS, Lexus IS and Mercedes-Benz C-Class are
new captivating models. In 2016, fans will be able to own Alfa Romeo Giulia, Jaguar XE and the
updated version of BMW 3-Series. In particular, 2017 Audi A4 which was newly unveiled at the
Frankfurt Motor Show in this September also will become a select-worthy car model. The new
version of Audi A4 will have a wagon variant called Avant and several diesel engines as well as
smaller gasoline ones.
EXTERIOR
The exterior styling of 2017 Audi A4 does not have many changes except for the redesign
process of parts of the car body so as to create a longer, wider and more sophisticated car
appearance.
Front car
2017 A4 owns a shell-shaped bonnet with four elegant folds. In addition, the position of the
groove around the outside of bonnet was changed. The headlights of the car are also brighter
with the standard equipment as bi-xenon headlights or optional LED ones. Besides, the car’s
grille is larger than that of the previous versions.
Car body
Although the wheelbase is 1.27cm longer, the length increases by 2.54cm and the width
increases by 1.52cm, 2017 A4 will decrease the weight from 32 - 45kg by using a variety of
lightweight materials in key areas including parts of brake and suspension.
Rear
The taillight also has a larger design and better display when having the continuous turn signals.
INTERIOR
The option of tools in the new car model is entirely digital with a 12.3-inch screen called Virtual
Cockpit. Meanwhile, the traditional analog clock with a 5-inch screen will be the car’s standard
equipment. The front of the panel in 2017 Audi A4 has a wide range of air holes and a large
decorative surface. The car has a unique material and design which are proximal to the quality of
the latest Mercedes C-Class model. Additionally, the plentiful colors and materials allow the
customers to be freer in choosing their own interior style.
Seats
The shoulders and the top of the driver’s seat and front seat of the car increases by 1cm and
2.3cm in succession. Audi says the shoulders of the front seats of the new A4 is the best in the
segment. Meanwhile, the rear legroom also increases by 2.3cm.
CONVENIENCE
2. Infotainment system
One of the technical renovations of the 2017 A4 is the updated interface of MMI infotainment
system, especially MMI Navigation Plus with MMI Touch version on luxury car models. This
system goes with an 8.3-inch screen and internet connection via LTE network. The MMI menu
structure was completely redesigned in order to function as a smartphone. Furthermore, music
enthusiasts will be satisfied with the Bang & Olufsen 3D sound system in the new A4 model.
Safety features
2017 Audi A4 is equipped with the latest driver assistance systems. These systems consist of the
lane assistance system which actively helps the car to be always in its right lane, the parking
assistance system in case of difficult parking places and the concentration assistance system
which helps detect the drowsiness while driving. Moreover, 2017 A4 has the rear traffic alert and
the adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go including the congestion assistance system.
At the high speed of about 80km/h, the car’s object detection system will be able to scan other
vehicles and pedestrians using a camera mounted on the windshield. The range of activities of
this system is over 90m. If it detects a risk of collision, the driver will receive a series of
warnings and the car will automatically use the brake system if necessary. At the speed of about
40km/h, 2017 A4 can totally prevent the accidents.
OPERATION
Engine
The 2-liter engine in the previous A4 model has a capacity of 220 HP and torque of 350 Nm. The
new version of Audi A4 owns a brand-new 2-liter four-cylinder engine. The new engine design
can create a lot of different capacity levels from 187 HP and torque of 320 Nm to 248 HP and
torque of 369 Nm. While the front-drive system is compulsory, the Quattro four-wheel drive
system is only optional. Customers can also choose the 6-speed manual transmission, the S-
tronic 7-speed dual-clutch transmission and the new Tiptronic 8-speed automatic transmission.
Particularly, in the U.S. market, it is expected that the 2017 A4 will have the 3-liter V6
supercharged diesel engine version and even possibly the plug-in hybrid variant.
Driving experience
By using the five-link suspension system redesigned in both rear and front car, Audi A4 will
significantly increase the comfort and prominent sport driving experience. On top of that, the
Audi’s Drive Select system with the upgrades on the drive system, the throttle and the power-
assisted steering will considerably ameliorate the car’s handling ability on the road.
Fuel-saving ability
Audi commits that the petrol engine of A4 2017 will save fuel at the level of 5.9 liters/ 100km on
the highway. At present, EPA has not rated the ability to save fuel of this car model yet.
GENERALITY
Pros: Audi A4 is more powerful, saves more fuels and the interior space is also larger, compared
to others.
Cons: Exterior styling hardly changes and does not have the segmental sport properties.
