A4/S4/RS4 Offical Audi S4 (B8) Thread

[Centurion]

Why wouldn't it be my friend? Look, maybe your expectations are just a TAD too high. Those CEOs are: probably engineers and German. We are neither of those. Not to mention there's a 99 percent chance they have a doctorate degree (most likely in business actually!)

But a business degree is more than enough to get you into R&D. You just work your way up. In my case, I'm in quality assurance and I'm using maybe 10% of the engineering stuff I learned in college. I was more interested in QA just because it's very very hands on. You work directly with these cars... I get to drive X5's and X6's almost on a daily basis, couldn't be any happier.

I can see a million ways to reach your goal:
1. Start at the "bottom". You could be the one actually testing the car as a test driver? There are TONS of people that were in my dept with a business degree. Hell some didn't even finish college! They worked in the assembly line for years and moved... they know more than I do most the time

2. It might be possible to start in another dept that's more business related... then gradually work towards an engineering dept like mine. It's not like it's a prerequisite for you to be an engineer to be a manager of my section I don't think. Just gotta prove yourself

These are just a few examples. The only hard part is to get yourself noticed in the first place. I made it because I was an ME plus I had internships with BMW before. Don't let your degree limit you on what you really want to do in real life!

PM me if you have anymore questions.

Thanks for the words!

 

[martinbo]

Right, after the quick motivational digression, back on to the S4 and its supercharged V6.

If you read their marketing spiel carefully you will see that they only refer to the superiority of mechanical charging in the case of this V6. Also note how they mention the word "packaging". The plumbing and space required for twin scroll turbos on a V configuration block that already sits as far back as they can push it (given the quattro transmission) probably makes their marketing hype (at least partially) true! ... but that doesn't say what would be best for a |6 or any of their other engines.

Thanks for pointing that out ACE, I hadn't read the blurb in that much detail.

There's no denying the elegance of the packaging in this new V6 (or in that sublimely fantastic V8 in the ZR-1 - supercharged LS9 is it?) and I suppose that there may be some space-saving advantages over turbocharging but I'm grappling with how the placement of the V6 a little further back precludes the use of turbocharging and associated plumbing.

No doubt, the supercharged layout we see here is more compact, but turbo's don't really take up that much space. And BMW have an entire inline six mounted even further back in the engine bay with two turbos flanking the right side of the engine. And, let's face it, this new V6 isn't mounted that far behind in the engine bay - it's still ahead of the front axle, only the aftward placement of the clutch behind the front diff allowing for closer placement of the engine to the front wheels.

Of course, had Audi's engineers swapped the inlet and exhaust side of the cylinder heads around like BMW did with the new twin-turbo V8 then they may have achieved similar packaging efficiences as they did with the supercharged V6.

Admittedly, I have to say that I am a fan of turbocharging. My last four cars have been turbocharged and I am equally fond of turbos in fast Audis. At the same time my limited experience with supercharging has left less of an impression. But, I am impressed with this new engine and - despite my earlier criticism of the strategy in this very forum - I am most intrigued to experience what the drive of this new S4 is going to be like.

If the fuel economy claims are credible then kudos to Audi for bringing performance motoring along with remarkable fuel consumption.

Edit: It is a very sexy looking engine bay though!

 

[Merc1]

A few live pics....








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[Centurion]

Looking very neat and well refined. Now give us the price.

 

[DaSilva]

Looks like the A4 S-line to me with über booring rims.
This is a step back IMO.

Where's that A5 Cab again ?!

 

[PanterroR]

Looks dull and boring.

 

[Deleted member 25]

Looks dull and boring.

I didn't even notice it was an S4, i was wondering why Merc1 posted photos of an old car.

 

[bmer]

It's OK. Now give us the RS4.

 

[YoUhimhER]

i think it looks mighty fine, just what the s4 needs to look like, for those who can appreciate subtlety.

 

[Centurion]

Looks like the A4 S-line to me with über booring rims.
This is a step back IMO.

Where's that A5 Cab again ?!

That's the carnage of giving the stanrad A4 an aggressive bumper. Because of that the S4 doesn't look very dramatic and might for some not be worth the extra cash over the already expensive 3.2 quattro. Especially since a 3.2 quattro with S-line doesn't look different from the S4, especially if you manage to get your hands on chromed mirrors.

 

[ACE]

Especially since a 3.2 quattro with S-line doesn't look different from the S4, especially if you manage to get your hands on chromed mirrors.

What about the chrome grill upfront and 4 exhaust tips at the back? The bumpers are not the same either. I would never confuse an A4 for an S4 without those modifications. The differences are more noticeable between an A4 3.2 s-line and an S4 than (dare I) say 330i M Sport and 335i M Sport, which are imo the comparable BMW products. The only visible difference between those 2 BMWs are the exhaust tips (and model designation if present).

 

[Tumbo]

Re: A few live pics....

Looking exactly as an S4 should look. Little more agressive than the normal A4, but never taken for an RS4.

Perfection.

 

[Tumbo]

One question though...

Is the hole really supposed to be like that?

 

[BigBoss]

One question though...

Is the hole really supposed to be like that?

ACC...Active Cruise Control

I don't like it either

 

[Merc1]

WCF - Audi S4 Sedan & Avant in Depth



Audi S4 Sedan & Avant in Depth


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[Tumbo]

Re: WCF - Audi S4 Sedan & Avant in Depth

I think together with this one:

..these are the best pictures so far on the S4!!

 

[Tumbo]

Re: WCF - Audi S4 Sedan & Avant in Depth

I still think they could have made it more agressive!




I've gone thru 80 pics of this car, and the most agressive one to me is this one...


I mean sriously... A A4 3.2Q with S-line package looks more agressive than the S4

A4:



S4:

 

[ACE]

UK Pricing is confirmed at £34,985 (£36,435 with S-Tronic). That is the same price as it's main competitor, the BMW 335i M Sport (£34,975). The S-Tronic is actually cheaper than the 335i Auto! The S4 is also has 4WD, leather/alcantara included in the price and given that the S4 is faster/more powerful than it's main competitor, I wouldn't hesitate to say that the S4 is better value than the 335i.

Well done, Audi. The S4 is priced where it should be, i.e. same as the 335i and not half way between a 335i and M3.

The UK spec included in the price is pasted below.

Exterior FeaturesElectric front windowsElectric rear windowsSafetyABS/EBDElectromechanical parking brakeESPTraction controlInterior FeaturesFront/rear floor matsDriver ConvenienceServotronic PASAuto boot lid openingDriver information centre with colour display in instrument panelService interval indicatorExterior FeaturesAluminium look door mirrorsAuto dimming rear view mirrorElectric heated door mirrorsTrimBrushed matt aluminium inlaysEntertainment10 speakersConcert single CD player with MP3 facilityExterior Features4 twin oval chrome finish exhaust pipesBody colour bumpersBody colour door handlesIntegrated boot lid spoilerPlatinum grey matte grille with vertical bars and chrome insertsSolid paintAutomatic headlights + automatic windscreen wipersFront fog lightsHeadlight range controlLED daytime running lightsXenon headlightsInterior Features3 zone climate control12V socket in luggage compartment3 spoke S Sports multifunctional leather steering wheel with aluminium look gearshift paddlesAlcantara/Leather upholsteryAluminium door sill trimsFront centre armrest with 2 x 12v socketsReach + rake adjustable steering columnRear armrestTool kitPacksInterior light pack - A4/S4Safety3 point rear seatbelts x3Adaptive driver and front passenger airbagsFirst aid kitFront seatbelt pretensioners + load limitersFront side airbagsWarning triangleInterior FeaturesElectric front seats with height/backrest/fore/aft adjust + lumbar supportFront and rear headrestsIsofix child seat preparation for front passenger/outer rear seats inc passenger airbag deactivationSplit folding rear seatsSports seatsSecurityIntelligent KeyLocking wheel boltsRemote central lockingThatcham category 1 alarm+immobiliserWheels18" double spoke S design alloy wheelsSpace saver spare wheel

 

[Zafiro]

I'm still waiting for the swedish price,,,no info here yet.

 

[PanterroR]

Vidoe of a test drive...:

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