Audi RS 4 B7 (8E) Cabriolet Convertible (2006-2009)
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Audi RS 4 B7 (Type 8E) Cabriolet is a high-performance compact executive convertible in production from 2006 to 2009. It was powered by a naturally-aspirated V8 engine that displaced 4.2 liters paired to a 6-speed manual transmission. AWD came standard.
Compared to the base B7 A4 Cabriolet, the RS 4 adds exclusive access to the 4.2 FSI engine. An iteration of Audi's NA 4.2L V8, it provides overall good performance and reliability, though it does suffer from direct-injection-related problems as well as an over-complex timing chain setup.
Drivers who appreciate handling will be pleased to know that the Audi RS 4 B7 comes with multi-link suspensions at all four corners. This provides the best cornering performance and tunability, at the expense of cost and a little bit of durability.
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Neofiliac score 79% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Good performance
- Much improved styling over the base A4
- Multi-link suspensions all around
- Manual transmission
Cons
- Engine reliability concerns
- Average look
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Specifications
Capacity
Cargo Capacity
246 L / 8.7 cu-ft ~ 315 L / 11.1 cu-ft
Coolant Capacity
12.0 L / 12.7 qt
Engine Oil Capacity
9.6 L / 10.1 qt
Fuel Capacity
63.0 L / 16.6 gal
Passengers
4
Chassis
Brakes | Front
Ventilated discs
Brakes | Rear
Ventilated discs
Suspension | Front
Multi-link
Suspension | Rear
Multi-link
Tire Size
255/40 R18
Turning Circle
11.1 m / 36.4 ft
Construction
Body Style
2-door Convertible
Dimensions
Size | Height
1391 mm / 54.8 in
Size | Length
4573 mm / 180.0 in
Size | Width
1777 mm / 70.0 in
Track Width | Front
1522.0 mm / 59.9 in
Track Width | Rear
1518.0 mm / 59.8 in
Weight
1855.0 kg / 4089.6 lbs
Wheel Size
18 in
Wheelbase
2650 mm / 104.3 in
Performance
Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
5.9 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph
5.6 sec
Fuel Economy
19.9 L/100km / 11.8 MPG (urban) | 10.3 L/100km / 22.8 MPG (highway)
Top Speed
250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph
Powertrain
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine (longitudinal), All-wheel drive
Engine
BNS
Engine | Bore
84.5 mm / 3.3 in
Engine | Compression Ratio
12.5:1
Engine | Displacement
4.2 L / 254.0 cu-in / 4163.0 cc
Engine | Power
420.0 hp / 313.2 kW @ 7800 rpm
Engine | Specific Output
100.9 hp/L / 1.7 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke
92.8 mm / 3.7 in
Engine | Torque
430 Nm / 317.2 lb-ft @ 5500 rpm
Engine | Type
Naturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V8 engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears
6-speed
Transmission | Type
Manual
Production
Availability
2006 ~ 2009
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