Here it is, the all new generation of Audi A4. In-house engineers are out to develop the prototypes.
Future Audi A4 (2023) – For several months, many rumors announced the imminent arrival of a brand new Audi A4. In this month of December, these hallway noises are confirmed by the first rolling prototypes immortalized by our scoop hunters.
The new generation of Audi A4 will offer a range of improved petrol and diesel engines, equipped with a light or plug-in hybrid assistance, and offered in front-wheel drive or Quattro four-wheel drive. Markus Hoffmann, Head of R&D at Audi, said: “We already have electrification modules today, from mild hybrids to plug-in hybrids – and we are going to focus even more intensely on the electrification of the cars that follow. »
Electrification on all floors
Audi’s plans for the all-new A4 include a high performance RS badged model, four-wheel drive, electric only and an RS4 hybrid to complete a range supported by two different platforms, according to knowledgeable informants from Ingolstadt.
Electrification will extend to the entire range, up to the successor to the RS4, which will retain the current 2.9-liter V6 twin-turbo petrol engine, but who should receive a electric assistance which will increase its power beyond 450 hp. The new, purely electric A4 E-tron is also under development at the German manufacturer. Destined to challenge the Tesla Model 3 and the recently unveiled BMW i4, it is based on thearchitecture PPE (Premium Platform Electric), developed as part of a joint engineering program between Audi and Porsche, a subsidiary of the Volkswagen group.
Two types of bodywork
The new electric Audi A4 is expected to adopt an exterior styling largely similar to that of its combustion-engined siblings, but it will visually differentiate itself with a full grille and other unique design elements for further improve its aerodynamic efficiency. Although this has not yet been confirmed, it is likely that she has a five-door configuration with a liftback-style tailgate, similar to that of the current A5 Sportback.
In terms of dimensions, the new Audi A4 should be little changed compared to the current model, which is 4.77 m long. Among the changes made to the MLB platform, used by gasoline and diesel versions, figure a rear structure modified to accommodate a 14.4 kWh lithium-ion battery. Intended to equip future rechargeable hybrid models of the A4, this battery is the same as that used by the rechargeable versions of the Q5, A6 and A7. Details are scarce, but the same battery that currently powers large models gives a WLTP electric range of 70 kilometers, which Audi could seek to approach the level of autonomy of 100 km claimed by the new Mercedes C-Class.
Premium equipment
Other developments of the MLB platform include a new electrical architecture with a capacity of 48V. This allows the adoption of additional functions such as dynamic all-wheel steering system used by A6, A7, A8, Q7 and Q8, as well as the functions of autonomous driving level two currently being developed by Audi’s Car Software division.
Contactless payment with Huawei
It is also the basis for a series of new digital and connectivity features. Among them, the near-field communication (NFC) functionality developed by Audi and Huawei. It enables contactless payment for refueling or recharging, tolls, parking, drive-through catering and other services from the car via the MyAudi app.
The new A4 will be equipped with an updated version of the multi-link front and rear suspension with high aluminum content current model, with adaptive damping on some models. Earlier speculation even suggested that the next A4 would receive rear air springs, although they can be reserved exclusively for the A4 E-tron.
Fully automatic
The reworked combustion engines of the A4 will be exclusively associated with a automatic gearbox seven-speed dual clutch or eight-speed torque converter to ensure maximum efficiency and reduce emissions as much as possible.
New Audi A4 price
Launched in 2023, the new generation of thermal and hybrid Audi A4 will be available from 40,000 euros, according to our estimate. It will probably cost 10,000 euros more to afford its 100% electric e-tron variant, expected the following year.
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Here it is, the all new generation of Audi A4. In-house engineers are out to develop the prototypes.
Future Audi A4 (2023) – For several months, many rumors announced the imminent arrival of a brand new Audi A4. In this month of December, these hallway noises are confirmed by the first rolling prototypes immortalized by our scoop hunters.
The new generation of Audi A4 will offer a range of improved petrol and diesel engines, equipped with a light or plug-in hybrid assistance, and offered in front-wheel drive or Quattro four-wheel drive. Markus Hoffmann, Head of R&D at Audi, said: “We already have electrification modules today, from mild hybrids to plug-in hybrids – and we are going to focus even more intensely on the electrification of the cars that follow. »
Electrification on all floors
Audi’s plans for the all-new A4 include a high performance RS badged model, four-wheel drive, electric only and an RS4 hybrid to complete a range supported by two different platforms, according to knowledgeable informants from Ingolstadt.
Electrification will extend to the entire range, up to the successor to the RS4, which will retain the current 2.9-liter V6 twin-turbo petrol engine, but who should receive a electric assistance which will increase its power beyond 450 hp. The new, purely electric A4 E-tron is also under development at the German manufacturer. Destined to challenge the Tesla Model 3 and the recently unveiled BMW i4, it is based on thearchitecture PPE (Premium Platform Electric), developed as part of a joint engineering program between Audi and Porsche, a subsidiary of the Volkswagen group.
Two types of bodywork
The new electric Audi A4 is expected to adopt an exterior styling largely similar to that of its combustion-engined siblings, but it will visually differentiate itself with a full grille and other unique design elements for further improve its aerodynamic efficiency. Although this has not yet been confirmed, it is likely that she has a five-door configuration with a liftback-style tailgate, similar to that of the current A5 Sportback.
In terms of dimensions, the new Audi A4 should be little changed compared to the current model, which is 4.77 m long. Among the changes made to the MLB platform, used by gasoline and diesel versions, figure a rear structure modified to accommodate a 14.4 kWh lithium-ion battery. Intended to equip future rechargeable hybrid models of the A4, this battery is the same as that used by the rechargeable versions of the Q5, A6 and A7. Details are scarce, but the same battery that currently powers large models gives a WLTP electric range of 70 kilometers, which Audi could seek to approach the level of autonomy of 100 km claimed by the new Mercedes C-Class.
Premium equipment
Other developments of the MLB platform include a new electrical architecture with a capacity of 48V. This allows the adoption of additional functions such as dynamic all-wheel steering system used by A6, A7, A8, Q7 and Q8, as well as the functions of autonomous driving level two currently being developed by Audi’s Car Software division.
Contactless payment with Huawei
It is also the basis for a series of new digital and connectivity features. Among them, the near-field communication (NFC) functionality developed by Audi and Huawei. It enables contactless payment for refueling or recharging, tolls, parking, drive-through catering and other services from the car via the MyAudi app.
The new A4 will be equipped with an updated version of the multi-link front and rear suspension with high aluminum content current model, with adaptive damping on some models. Earlier speculation even suggested that the next A4 would receive rear air springs, although they can be reserved exclusively for the A4 E-tron.
Fully automatic
The reworked combustion engines of the A4 will be exclusively associated with a automatic gearbox seven-speed dual clutch or eight-speed torque converter to ensure maximum efficiency and reduce emissions as much as possible.
New Audi A4 price
Launched in 2023, the new generation of thermal and hybrid Audi A4 will be available from 40,000 euros, according to our estimate. It will probably cost 10,000 euros more to afford its 100% electric e-tron variant, expected the following year.
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