CAR OF THE WEEK

Audi S4 - Where Heritage Meets Modern Ingenuity

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The Audi S4 Avant has long represented the perfect blend of practicality and performance, and the 2020 model carries this tradition into a new era. With roots tracing back to the original Audi 80 Avant of the 1970s—a car that first proved wagons could be both stylish and versatile—the latest S4 Avant elevates the formula with cutting-edge technology and engineering. Here are the five standout features.

1. Twin-Turbocharged V6 Power
At the heart of the 2020 S4 Avant lies a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 producing 349 horsepower. This nods to Audi’s rally heritage of the 1980s, when turbocharging propelled the Quattro to global fame, proving forced induction could be both thrilling and dependable.

2. Quattro All-Wheel Drive
Audi’s legendary Quattro system, born from icy rally stages, ensures relentless grip in all conditions. In the S4 Avant, torque vectoring sharpens cornering, making this wagon as capable in mountain passes as it is on the school run.

3. Virtual Cockpit
Replacing analog dials, Audi’s fully digital Virtual Cockpit recalls the innovation spirit of the 1990s, when early S models first married luxury with forward-thinking tech. Customizable displays give drivers instant access to maps, performance data, and connectivity.

4. Avant Versatility
True to its lineage, the Avant offers generous cargo space without compromising sleek proportions. This balance harks back to the 1994 RS2 Avant—co-developed with Porsche—that showed wagons could rival sports cars while hauling family luggage.

5. Subtle, Sporty Design
From aluminium accents to quad exhausts, the S4 Avant embodies understated aggression. It continues Audi’s tradition of creating performance cars that fly under the radar, appealing to drivers who value refinement as much as raw power.

In sum, the 2020 Audi S4 Avant isn’t just a modern performance wagon—it’s a rolling tribute to Audi’s decades-long commitment to innovation, versatility, and driving excitement.

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