2013 Audi RS4 Avant in detail

Official info on the new 331kW 4.2 litre V8-powered Audi RS4 Avant was released back in February, but with its European launch now underway new material and photos have been released.

To ensure you know all there is to know about the RS4 we bring a gallery of 50 new images, including some great cutaway graphics showing what lies beneath the RS4’s skin. We can also give you access to the 20 page detailed press release (188kb PDF).

We’ve taken the key technical points from the RS4 Avant and listed them after the break, along with 14 minutes stock video from Audi.

A reminder, also, the RS4 Avant will go on sale in Australia early next year.

The Audi RS 4 Avant – At a glance

Drivetrain

• Naturally aspirated V8 engine with FSI high-revving technology, displacement 4,163 cc
  
• Power output 331 kW (450 hp), 430 Nm (317.15 lb-ft) of torque from 4,000 to 6,000 rpm
  
• Zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 4.7 seconds, top speed optionally 280 km/h (173.98 mph)
• EU cycle fuel consumption 10.7 liters per 100 km (21.98 US mpg)
  
• 7-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission with launch control as standard
  
• quattro permanent all-wheel drive with crown-gear center differential and torque vectoring
• Optional sport differential for the distribution of power between the rear wheels

Chassis

• Highly efficient electromechanical power steering, many suspension components made of aluminum, taut setup
• 19-inch wheels standard, 20-inch wheels optional
  
• Wave-design brake discs, optional ceramic front discs, stabilization control (ESC) with Sport mode can be deactivated
• Audi drive select standard; dynamic steering optional
• Sport suspension plus with Dynamic Ride Control (DRC) as an option

Design

• Elegant Avant design with sharp, sporty details
  
• Xenon plus headlights with LED daytime running lights and LED rear lights

Interior and controls

• Black interior, carbon inlays, steering wheel with flat-bottomed rim, S sport seats with integrated head restraints
  
• MMI navigation plus, Bluetooth online car phone and Bang & Olufsen sound system optionally available
  
• High-performance driver assistance systems as optional equipment
  
• Luggage compartment with capacity of 490 to 1,430 liters (17.30 to 50.50 cubic feet)