Intro: Much of the A4 design is carried over from the A5 coupe with which it shares its underpinnings. A pronounced grille, sweeping lines, and aggressive headlights, make the 2010 Audi A4 a standout mid-size luxury offering.
A highlight of this design is the LED daytime running lights, a feature borrowed from Audi's R8 super car. Available as either a sedan, or as the Avant wagon, the 5-passenger A4 delivers performance and style in an artfully crafted package.
Performance: The 2010 A4 comes equipped with a 2-liter turbocharged inline 4, producing 211 horsepower and 258 pound feet of torque.
On the sedan, power is sent to the front wheels through a continuously variable transmission or to Quattro all wheel drive through either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic. The Avant wagon gets Quattro all wheel drive and the 6-speed automatic as its only powertrain option.
Fuel Economy: Here are the highest and lowest EPA estimates for fuel economy:
Features: The A4's spacious interior delivers impressive design ergonomics. The headliner for the instrument panel flows seamlessly into the display for the optional Navigation and backup camera display... This easy to operate center console control can access everything from radio stations to driving dynamics, including Audi drive select, a push-button system that allows the driver to choose between comfort, dynamic, and auto settings... Doing so creates a noticeable and dramatic change in throttle response, shift points, shock damping, power-steering boost and steering ratio.
Safety: Standard Safety features on the A4 include 4-wheel antilock brakes, electronic stability program, a full array of front and side impact airbags, and reinforced bumpers and crossmembers that protect occupants.
Pricing/Warranty: Base MSRP for the 2010 Audi A4 is $31,450. The all-wheel-drive Avant Quattro Wagon starts at $35,350. The A4 is backed by a 4-year, 50,000-mile powertrain warranty.
Summary: With a winning formula that combines performance, styling and comfort, Audi is bringing its A-Game with the 2010 A4.