Audi's S4 is one of the most prestigious vehicles available within the high-performance luxury sedan class. A high-performance version of the A4, the S4's eye-catching and aggressive styling makes this model stand out from the crowd, combining luxury and sporting performance in a package that is hard to beat on the road today. The masculine, powerful body shape gives the vehicle enormous presence on the road, and aside from some variations in the standard equipment specifications, the 2012 model has kept most of the features that made its 2011 predecessor such a hit.
Luxury Comes Standard
The 2012 model is available in two trims, the Premium Plus and the Prestige. The interior build quality across both trims is top-notch, with a meticulous and understated attention to detail - as evidenced, for example, by the brushed aluminum inlays - that is in keeping with the brand's reputation for excellence. The cabin is roomy and can comfortably accommodate five adult occupants, with three-zone climate control to ensure your and your passengers' comfort. Both vehicles are impressively appointed, with luxuriously heated, leather-wrapped S4 sports seats complete with perforated Alcantara® inserts coming standard. Also standard are driver memory, Homelink® remote transmitter, and the Audi music interface with iPod®/iPhone® integration. The Prestige features some added bonuses, including a Bang & Olufsen® sound system, rear parking sensors, and Audi's MMI® Navigation plus system.
High-Performance Sport Handling
The 2012 Audi S4 sports a 3.0-liter V6 engine that pounds out 333 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque. Manufactured entirely from aluminum, the V6 engine combines FSI direct injection with supercharging to deliver impressive torque over a wide range (2900 to 5300 RPM). That makes the engine's full power available to the driver at pretty much any speed. Unsurprisingly, therefore, the drive is raucous and exciting, unlike many vehicles within the class, but still offers a comfortable, smooth ride that won't leave your passengers white-knuckled when you reach your destination. The supercharged V6 unleashes power virtually instantaneously, and the shifting action on the standard 6-speed manual transmission is impressively smooth. And if the manual gearbox doesn't fit your tastes, there's an optional S tronic 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission to make life a bit easier.
Audi's quattro© all-wheel drive and sport-tuned suspension ensure that the vehicle copes admirably as you put it through its paces, with excellent, responsive handling and barely any body roll. The quattro© system adjusts the power to the front and rear axles at an astonishing rate of more than 100 times per second, offering the driver the best possible combination of traction and handling, irrespective of the driving conditions. The S4 will reach 60 miles per hour in under five seconds (4.9) and can reach a top speed of 155 mph. The fuel economy is well above average for the class, and with the standard manual transmission, you can expect to see 18 miles per gallon around the city, increasing to 27 on the highway. Stepping up to the S tronic nets an extra 1 mile per gallon on the highway.
The feature lists for both the Premium Plus and Prestige trims make for impressive reading, with specifications to boost safety, comfort, and performance. All models feature stability control, antilock brakes with brake assist, and front and side airbags. The Prestige can also be fitted with additional option packages, such as Audi adaptive cruise control, the Audi Drive Select Package (which enhances the sporty drive), and the Titanium Package (which gives the car a darker, more menacing exterior finish). The Premium Plus trim starts at $47,300, with the Prestige starting at $54,000.
The 2012 S4 remains an impressive choice for buyers looking for a performance luxury sedan vehicle. By combining outstanding performance, a responsive, exciting drive, comfort and safety, and the many technical features that drivers of this class have come to expect, the S4 stands out in its class.
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