The 2016 Audi A4 has been spied testing in India ahead of its global debut at 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show. The next-generation A4 is likely to launch in India in early 2016.
The new A4 will features a new Singleframe grille, unique headlight cluster design, moulded boot spoiler, twin pipe exhaust system and a pair of LED tail lamps. Based on the new VAG’ MLB Evo platform, the sedan will be 100kgs lighter than the outgoing model. It might get a longer wheelbase and shorter overhangs that will translate into a more spacious cabin.
The interior changes will be inspired from the Audi TT and Q7. It will get a Virtual Cockpit instrument cluster, a short gear lever, a thin MMI display, a high-end music system and a simple center console. Though, all these features will be offered only on the top-end variant.
The 2016 Audi A4 will be available in a wide array of engines - a new 2.0 TFSI engine, a 1.4-litre TFSI (for base variant), a 3.0-litre TFSI (for top-model), a 1.6-litre TDI, a 2.0 TDI and a 3.0 TDI. The all-new powerful 2.0 TFSI engine will deliver an estimated power of 190bhp and 320Nm of torque. This powertrain is claimed to return a fuel economy of 20kmpl. Ditching the existing Multitronic CVT geabox, the sedan might get a new 9-speed automatic transmission. The Quattro AWD system will also be on offer.
Expected to be priced between Rs. 30 lakh – Rs. 45 lakh (ex-showroom), the 2016 Audi A4 will take on the likes of BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Volvo S60 and Jaguar XE.
Source - TB
