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Choosing an A4 for tuning
"Tuning the A4 range of cars."
The A4 range from 1995 continuing the Audi range of high quality executive cars. In the A4 Audi had a car which rivals the BMW 3 series, albeit without the image. The range includes a selection of body styles from the Saloon to the Estate model. Reliability is up to the usual high Audi standards and the huge range of engine choices ensure there is a model suitable for most drivers needs.
From a tuning point of view on the A4 range we would recommend the 1.8T power plant which really does stand out as the tuners choice. This engine also came as a Quattro option, losing a bit of economy and acceleration but gaining so much extra traction. The 1.8T provides a good mix of economy and power. In the diesel line up we have a maximum power of 150bhp in the 2.5 TDi which provides plenty of scope for power gains when remapped. All other TDi models will benefit from a remap although only the 2.5 TDi will get a large gain for a minimal outlay.
As far as performance models go the early S4 quattro and the recent RS4 put Audi back at the forefront as creators of a car which every driver wants. Some may complain that the S4 and RS4 models are ordinary looking but this car appeals to the driver who doesn't want to draw attention to himself making the A4 range a car for the purists.
The car was updated in 2001, the floor pan was extended a little, and a whole selection of more powerful engine options were introduced. The 2.0 FSi engine gives good power and economy and Diesel tuners have a selection of 2.5TDi engines ranging from 163 to 180 bhp which are just begging for a remap. A 3.0 NASP petrol engine gave a range topping 220bhp (until the reincarnation of the mighty S4) but is not particularly economical. When buying an A4 avoid the low spec basic models as these are hard to resell.
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