The new 2021 Audi A4 facelift luxury-mid-size sedan has been launched in India today. Audi India announced the arrival of the new A4 earlier in December last year, adding that the assembly-line in Aurangabad had already started production. It was subsequently followed by the announcement of dealers beginning to accept bookings for a deposit of Rs 2 lakh. After taking it easy in 2018 and 2019, Audi seems to be pushing through to introduce new products to the Indian market. The arrival of the latest A6 model was followed by the delayed arrival of the A8L earlier in 2020. Following this, Audi launched the Q8, then the faster performance RS Q8 flagship as well. It was succeeded by the launch of its entry-level SUV – the Audi Q2. And now, we have the A4 sedan.
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Highlights
The new 2021 Audi A4 has been launched in the country at a starting price of Rs 42.34 lakh (ex-showroom) and is available in two trims. It is powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine that makes 190 hp and 320 Nm of torque, with a 0-100 km/h claimed sprint time of 7.3 seconds and a top speed of 200 km/h. Besides the BMW 3 Series, the new A4 rivals the likes of Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the Jaguar XE. It is currently the entry-level sedan in the Audi India's lineup.
The new 2021 Audi A4 has been launched in India at a starting price of Rs 42.34 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Premium Plus variant and Rs 46.67 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Technology variant.
The new 2021 Audi A4 is powered by a 2.0-litre TSI engine which makes 109 hp and 320 Nm of torque. It will be capable of sprinting from 0-100 km/h in 7.3 seconds.
The new 2021 Audi A4 will come with connected features through the myAudi Connect app, for example, geofencing, speed alert, mileage details, car diagnostics, etc.
Audi A4 was first launched globally in 1994 and arrived in India in 2007. The 2021 model has been updated in terms of design with a tweaked front fascia, the doors have been redesigned, and so is the tail. It will come in five colour options.
In March 2020, Audi had stopped selling nearly all its products in the Indian market. Due to the BS6 emission regulations coming in force from April, the entry-level A3 sedan was removed from the offering. While the new gen-A3 is expected to arrive later, the Audi A4 will, for the time being, be the entry ticket to Audi sedans in the Indian market.
Audi India is expected to only offer a petrol engine option in the new A4 which will likely come paired with a seven-speed automatic. The claimed 0-100 km/h time is 7.3 seconds, and the top speed will be in excess of 200 km/h.
Audi India is scheduled to launch the 2021 Audi A4 in India today at 10 AM. In the meantime, here's a first drive review of the smallest Audi SUV, the new Audi Q2.
Bookings have started at Rs 2 lakh. One can book it at all the Audi dealerships as well as online. Customers who pre-book the car will get a four-year comprehensive service package.
The interior will feature a new larger touchscreen infotainment system with Audi’s latest MMI interface. It would support Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while a wireless charging pad would continue to be offered as before.
Following the launch of the A4, BMW will launch a long-wheelbase version of the 3 Series, and it will be followed by the brand new Volvo S60 in March. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class continues to be a popular luxury sedan in India, while JLR also keeps its rivals on its toes with the Jaguar XE. The Audi A4 is expected to carry a price tag of over Rs 46 lakh (ex-showroom).
Powering the Audi A4 will be a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder, turbo petrol engine which would be tuned to deliver 190hp and 320Nm of torque. Whether Audi will also throw in the mild-hybrid system to make it more economical remains to be seen, but the 7-speed twin-clutch DSG transmission would be standard. However, with the whole VW Group in India going the petrol-only route, a diesel engine will not be offered on the A4.