2017 Audi A4 Gets New 1.4 And 2.0 Quattro Variants In Malaysia

The B9 Audi A4 launched in Malaysia last year receives three new variants to its line-up. Alongside the existing 2.0 TFSI model, prospective customers of the B9 A4 can now choose from the 1.4 TFSI, 2.0 TFSI Tech Pack, and 2.0 TFSI quattro.

The 1.4 TFSI is a new base model for the A4, channelling 150hp and 250Nm to the front wheels via a 7-speed S tronic dual clutch transmission. Able to do 0-100km/h in 8.5 seconds, the new A4 1.4 also offers small engine economy with rated fuel consumption of 5.2 litres/100km and CO₂ emissions of 119 g/km.

Externally, the 1.4-litre A4 gets xenon headlamps, LED daytime running lights, and halogen tail lights. Its cabin is differentiated from the existing A4 2.0 TFSI only by the design of its steering wheel.

At the other end of the spectrum comes the new 2.0 TFSI quattro flagship variant offering an uprated engine tune liberating 252hp and 370Nm to power all four wheels. Capped to an electronically-limited top speed of 250 km/h, the A4 quattro is able to complete the century dash in 5.9 seconds whilst achieving rated consumption and emission numbers of 5.9 litres/100km and 136 g/km respectively.

S line trim is standard fit in the new quattro variant, offering the following enhancements:

• Sport front and rear bumpers
• 18” five twin-spoke alloy wheels
• Satellite navigation with MMM touch
• Sport front seats
• Alcantara upholstery
• Brushed matt aluminium cabin trim
• Apple Carplay, Android Auto
• Audi Connect

The existing front-wheel driven 2.0 TFSI variant continues to be offered, but with the additional option of a Tech Pack trim complementing the existing standard and S line trims. Priced at a RM25,000 premium over the standard 2.0 TFSI, the Tech Pack model adds:

• Audi virtual cockpit
• Matrix LED headlamps with dynamic front indicators
• Apple Carplay, Android Auto

The FWD A4 2.0 TFSI has its four-cylinder turbocharged engine tuned to produce outputs of 190hp and 320Nm, enabling it complete the century sprint in 7.3 seconds and attain a rated fuel consumption of 5.0 litres/100km; CO₂ is rated at 114 g/km.

The new Audi A4 variants are available for viewing and booking at all authorized Audi dealerships by Friday, April 14, with delivery set to commence from May 2017. From April 2017 onwards, all variants of the Audi A4 are covered by a five-year unlimited mileage warranty.

OTR prices (excluding insurance) of the 2017 Audi A4 in Malaysia are as follows:

• 1.4 TFSI: RM218,900 (introductory – RM199,900)
• 2.0 TFSI: RM248,900
• 2.0 TFSI Tech Pack: RM273,900 (introductory – RM249,900)
• 2.0 TFSI quattro: RM314,900 (introductory – RM294,900)