The mid-sizers

B6 - the sixth generation


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New start Small Medium: B Large: C Extra large: D Concept_cars
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The new A4 "B6" was introduced in November 2000, as a totally new construction. It combined styling elements of A6 and TT. In my opinion the styling is great. Under the body, much has changed. The front-wheel drive versions now have a multi-linkage rear axle, much like the quattros. Advantages are more possibilies to influence the vehicle dynamics by the suspension. The disadvantage is the higher price.


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At the moment the top-of-the-line engine is the V6 3.0 with 220 PS. It is built by Cosworth and due to quality problems, the engine could not be sold in 2000, as was planned. This did cost the technical heads of the A4 their jobs according to newspaper articles...


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Aerodynamic detail work resulted in a CD value of 0.26, the same as one of the main competitors for the A4, the Mercedes C-Class.


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Introduced for the modell year 2002: The new Avant, as its predecessor a small luxury station wagon, aimed at emotion and lifestyle, not maximum cargo area and tough work. Therfore, the intended audience is once again the same as for Mercedes and BMW.


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At last a new Convertible by Audi. Audi rightfully honours the old Convertible in press releases and the internet as being a role model in styling excellence. The prominent windshield frame in metal matches nicely with all available body colours and the waistline that is similar to that of the old Convertible blends nicely with the totally different rear end of the car.

It now is clear that the A4 Coupé will be a normal two-door version, not a four door like previously announced. After Paefgen left Audi, the old descision was cancelled which results in a late introduction to the market for the two-door Coupé, as the four-door was already developped pretty far. Ironic: Now there are rumours that Mecedes will bring a four-door Coupé!
 
It is pretty sure that the next S4 will be fitted with the new normal aspirated 4.2litre.


Models Racing Special
New start Small Medium: B Large: C Extra large: D Concept_cars
B1   B2   B3   B4   B5   B6  

(1) my picture
(2) pictures from Audi.de, collage by me
Copyright 2002 Jens
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