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The 2019 Audi A4 has a robust, though not brutish, powertrain. Its ride strikes a fine balance between comfort and sportiness, offering gentle road manners and sharp handling. Fuel economy is fantastic for the class. Those after a bit more excitement should check out the performance-tuned Audi S4.
Each A4 features a seven-speed automatic transmission paired to a turbo-four engine that puts out 188 horsepower in front-wheel-drive models and 248 horsepower in all-wheel-drive models. The sport-oriented S4 uses a turbo V6 engine to put out 349 horsepower. It comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The turbo-four feels peppy and has little trouble zipping the car around town and on the highway. The V6 engine adds even more oomph and can propel the S4 from zero to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds.
The base A4 with front-wheel drive gets an EPA-estimated 27 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway. S4 estimates drop to 21 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway. The S4’s numbers are typical for the class, while the A4 is one of the most fuel-efficient luxury small cars.
This vehicle strikes a good balance between comfort and agility. Ride quality stays gentle over rough roads, while strong brakes and agile handling help make it fun to drive. That said, some critics think its steering feels a little too numb. Front-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is available in the A4 and standard in the S4.
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