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Erik
November 7th, 2002, 22:40
Here is the article from Autocar Oct. 23 2002.
They didn't drive it yet and I think no one has.
However I must say I am quite disappointed about the 0 - 124 mph (200 km/h) time of 20,6 claimed.
I am also a little disappointed by the looks, but my final verdict will come after I drive it.

As you can see in the article Autocar says it's only 0.5 secs behind the M3.
Yes, that is true, but only if he drives the older M3 E36 3.2...
Hello Autocar? Anybody home?
The BMW M3 E46 (current version should you chose to buy one today) will do 0-200km/h in 18.1 secs. according to Track Challange (http://www.track-challenge.com/main_e.asp?useframe=singletest4_e.asp?Car=2)

In any case the new S4 will have a n/a 4.2 V8 with a 6-speed manual (first manual V8 for many markets).
The V8 should not be heavier than the previous V6 2.7T which is good.
Not sure if this new S4 has the succesful RS6-type DRC Dynamic Ride Control but it seems unlikely.

Like the ending though..."That's something that will never change: fast four-wheel-drive cars are unbeatable in the UK. And this will be one of the most desirable."

Erik
November 7th, 2002, 22:41
Autocar page 54

Erik
November 7th, 2002, 22:41
Autocar page 55

Erik
November 7th, 2002, 23:49
S4 Picture (large) (http://lazzat.mer.nu/forum/attachment.php?s=&postid=72363)

frittez
November 21st, 2002, 23:58
:D :D

What is the retail price of the new S4 ?
and when is the launch ?

I currently looking for a slightly used S4 Avant, but perhaps I should wait...





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frittez
November 22nd, 2002, 00:13
http://e46fanatics.com/members/gallery/Annonsbild1.jpg :beast:

Erik
November 22nd, 2002, 09:40
Originally posted by frittez
:D :D
What is the retail price of the new S4 ?
and when is the launch ?


You have to wait until spring time at least for more information on the new S4.

I sopek to Audi Forum Munich last week and they didn't have a clue.

keke
November 22nd, 2002, 09:56
In France they speak for a price around 60000euros and deliverable march 2003

frittez
November 22nd, 2002, 13:29
If the listprice should end up at 60 000 Euros :red: .... I see no reason why I should choose a regular S4 , when I could have a RS4 for just a bit over 70 000 .... :devil: