Autocar India

Next-gen Audi A4 to come with more tech

Standard next-gen Audi A4 to feature cylinder deactivation tech; 306bhp plug-in hybrid version also planned for some markets.
1 min read8 May '14
Staff WriterStaff Writer
7K+ views

Current Audi A4 used for representational purposes.

New details have emerged about the next-generation Audi A4. According to reports, the new A4 will have the same dimensions as the current model. It will get optional full LED headlamps together with LED daytime-running lights, while the rear will get wider tail-lights. The A4 will also get a spoiler to improve the car’s aerodynamics, reports have suggested.

The 2015 A4 in some markest will be powered by a 1.4-litre four-cylinder petrol motor and will be offered with cylinder deactivation tech that can shut down two cylinders during low and medium load; a process that the carmaker claims should help reduce fuel consumption by about by half a litre per 100km. The A4 will also come in a plug-in hybrid version powered by a combination of a 211bhp 2.0-litre petrol engine and a 95bhp electric motor. The new A4 plug-in hybrid will reportedly be able to run on electric power alone for about 50km. Audi is supposedly also considering a diesel engine for the A4.

The Audi A4, codenamed B9, will get a built-in digital screen in the rearview mirror. It gets the same center console as the recently launched A8/S8 facelifts. It also gets a touchpad with a larger screen display for the MMI infotainment system. Reports also suggest a programmable display, as in the new TT, for the A4, albeit without the same levels of customisation.

The next-gen Audi A4 is expected to arrive in showrooms sometime next year.

Nissan launches customer service campaign

Nissan's customers will be entitled to a 60-point check up at authorized dealerships across the country.
1 min read8 May '14
Staff WriterStaff Writer

Ford EcoSport bookings reopen

Ford India has reduced waiting periods and reopened bookings for all EcoSport variants.
1 min read8 May '14
Staff WriterStaff Writer

Maserati Alfieri to go into production

Maserati Alfieri to go on sale in 2016; will be first available in coupé form followed by a convertible version in 2017.
2 min read8 May '14
Staff WriterStaff Writer

Maserati sports car.

Next-gen Audi Q7 almost ready

Engine options in the new Audi Q7 will likely mirror the range of diesel units offered in the current model.
1 min read8 May '14
Staff WriterStaff Writer

Audi Q7.

2014 Fiat Punto facelift leaked

Updated Fiat Punto hatchback borrows frontal styling cues from the Avventura concept.
2 min read8 May '14
Gavin DSouzaGavin DSouza

Fiat Punto facelift.

Poll of the month

Would you pick a luxury MPV over an equivalent SUV?

Yes, nothing matches the business class seating of MPVs
Yes, MPVs are inherently more spacious
No, I like the driving experience of an SUV
No, I’d prefer an SUV for its ground clearance
1547 votes62 days remaining

Upcoming Cars

JSW Motors Chery iCAR V23
JSW Motors Chery iCAR V23

₹17.00 - ₹20.00 Lakhs

Toyota Land Cruiser FJ
Toyota Land Cruiser FJ

₹30.00 - ₹35.00 Lakhs

Nissan Terrano
Nissan Terrano

₹40.00 - ₹45.00 Lakhs

Jeep SUV
Jeep SUV

₹15.00 - ₹20.00 Lakhs

Leapmotor T03
Leapmotor T03

₹8.00 - ₹12.00 Lakhs

Trending Cars

Maruti Suzuki Baleno
Maruti Suzuki Baleno

₹5.99 - ₹9.99 Lakhs

Maruti Suzuki Brezza
Maruti Suzuki Brezza

₹7.40 - ₹13.55 Lakhs

Maruti Suzuki Fronx
Maruti Suzuki Fronx

₹6.85 - ₹11.84 Lakhs

Mahindra Scorpio N
Mahindra Scorpio N

₹13.69 - ₹25.49 Lakhs

Tata Punch
Tata Punch

₹5.75 - ₹10.77 Lakhs

Latest Cars

Skoda Octavia RS
Skoda Octavia RS

₹56.69 Lakhs

BMW i5 LWB
BMW i5 LWB

₹79.60 Lakhs

Maruti Suzuki Baleno
Maruti Suzuki Baleno

₹5.99 - ₹9.99 Lakhs

Kia Sorento
Kia Sorento

₹27.99 - ₹40.39 Lakhs

MG Hector Tomahawk EV
MG Hector Tomahawk EV

₹19.50 - ₹23.50 Lakhs