- 79,228
- 24,000 high price
- Longmont, CO
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- carfax.com
- 79,228 gasoline white automatic
Premium plus supercharged v6 333hp nav package awd all wheel drive, sunroof, navigation package with back up camera, heated leather seats, power seats, supercharged v6 333hp 325 ft-lb, 7 speed automated dual clutch manual, bang and olufsen premium audio, cruise control, tilt telescopic wheel, air conditioning, keyless entry, power windows, power locks hd radio and a rearview camera are now included in the navigation package, blind-spot assist is offered as a stand-alone option, the titanium sport package includes 19-inch wheels with interior and exterior trim pieces. We thought we'd miss the v8 that powered the last-generation audi s4. Thought we'd pine for its 4. 2-liter song, its substrata rumble summoning visions of saturday night drag racing in bavaria. But it turns out that the supercharged v6 in the 2011 audi s4 is every bit as good as its predecessor, and even better in some regards. It accelerates the s4 from zero to 60 faster. It releases prodigious torque in the humblest parts of the power band. With two fewer cylinders, it sits farther back of the front axle and helps the s4 achieve a weight distribution of 55 percent front/45 percent rear. And it delivers the best fuel economy in its class. The v6's sublime response is matched to the s4's equally obedient transmission and chassis. The optional seven-speed automated manual is just as sweet and even returns better mileage. All-wheel drive comes standard and sends 60 percent of the engine's power to the rear wheels. Hard-core tarmac attackers can opt for the driver select package, a system that includes adjustable suspension damping, steering assist and an active rear differential. Derived from the regular a4 sedan, the s4 boasts a high-quality cabin with leather seating and clear, attractive gauges. For most enthusiast drivers, the s4's combination of performance and all-wheel-drive practicality should be just about perfect. The bmw is normally the standard-bearer in this segment, but the s4 edged it out in comparison test. Still, with its class-leading fuel economy, olympian balance and flowing rivers of supercharged v6 torque, the s4 is a great pick. The s4 prestige adds 19-inch wheels, a rearview camera, auto-dimming exterior mirrors, driver memory functions, keyless ignition/entry, voice controls, a 14-speaker bang & olufsen stereo, an mmi controller mounted on the center console and a hard-drive-based navigation system with digital music storage, real-time traffic and hd radio. The navigation system with rearview camera is optional for the premium plus package, as is the upgraded audio system. The audi drive select package, available for prestige models, adds adaptive suspension dampers, an enhanced steering system, a sport rear differential that can distribute torque individually to each rear wheel, and selectable driving settings. Stand-alone options include 19-inch wheels, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot assist, full leather seats and a power rear sunshade with manual rear side shades. The 2011 audi s4 is powered by a supercharged 3. 0-liter v6 that produces 333 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque. Power is routed through audi's awd system, which features a torque split of 40 percent front/60 percent rear. A six-speed manual transmission is standard, while a seven-speed dual-clutch automated manual (s tronic) is optional. A sport rear differential (which varies torque between the rear wheels) is also available. In edmunds testing, a manual-equipped s4 sprinted from zero to 60 in a quick 4. 9 seconds. Epa-estimated fuel economy is above average for this class of car, with 18 mpg city/27 mpg highway and 21 mpg combined with the manual. The s tronic returns 1 mpg more on the highway. The 2011 audi s4 comes standard with stability and traction control, antilock brakes, front side airbags, side curtain airbags and hill-hold for the manual transmission. Rear side airbags are optional. Also optional is ‘active braking guard,‘ an element of the adaptive cruise control. If it detects an imminent collision, it alerts the driver and primes the brakes for full stopping power. In edmunds brake testing, the s4 stopped from 60 mph in a short 109 feet. The insurance institute for highway safety has not tested the s4, although the related audi a4 earned a top ‘good‘ rating in frontal-offset, side-impact and roof-strength tests. Interior design and special featuresthe audi s4's cabin is one of the nicest in this class. Available two-tone color schemes add a bit of flair. The mmi controls are conveniently arrayed around the console-mounted shifter on models equipped with the navigation system. However, in s4s without navigation, the controls are mounted on the center stack and reaching forward to operate them is a hassle. This mmi is also an older design, with inferior graphics, more confusing menus and no joystick-like knob that makes certain inputs easier. Other controls are generally intuitive and well laid-out, though accessing certain features can be frustrating. Adjusting fan speed, for example, is a two-step process. Trunk space is average for this class of car, with 12 cubic feet. Driving impressionsthe 2011 audi s4 is a sharp-handling car, with tenacious awd traction and little body roll to speak of. Although it corners extraordinarily well, it also provides a reasonably comfortable ride. The optional audi drive select system pushes the s4 into full-tilt mode at the press of a button. As a nearly $4,000 option however, we'd skip it, the s4's standard suspension, throttle and steering calibrations will suffice for most. The only downside to the s4's handling is its steering, which feels artificial with sometimes unpredictable weighting. The supercharged v6 is a smooth, strong engine with instantaneous throttle response. The standard manual transmission shifts smoothly, though its clutch travel and shifter throws are a bit long. An excellent alternative is the dual-clutch automated manual transmission.
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