(Note: Audi A4 is the ninth generation model. The first four generations were named 80, and it was renamed A4 from the fifth generation. There is also a saying that the fifth generation A4 was named the first generation. This paper adopts the latter naming method. )
The second generation Audi A4 (code B6? 2000 -2005)
2 1 century, major luxury brands have made great efforts in the mid-size car market. Audi officially launched A4, the second generation car named after A4, using Volkswagen PL46 platform. In terms of appearance, the second-generation Audi A4 adopts the family-style design concept, and the whole vehicle tends to be rounded, the body size is further increased, and the wheelbase reaches 2650mm, which ensures the interior space.
In terms of interior design, symmetry, materials and luxury have been further improved. In terms of power, for the first time, a 2.0L engine equipped with in-cylinder direct injection technology, a 3.0L naturally aspirated engine and a full-time four-wheel drive system with quattro as the top models are equipped.
Excellent chassis structure is the strength of Audi A4. The front four links are made of aluminum lower arm and aluminum bearing, which greatly reduces the weight of the front suspension. The rear suspension is made of trapezoidal five links, which not only ensures excellent handling, but also gives consideration to daily comfort. It brings the exquisite handling performance brought by Audi A4 to China consumers for the first time, and the reputation of the driver's car is born.
A landmark historical event, in February, 2003, the second generation Audi A4 was officially introduced to China, and it was also the first domestic luxury mid-size car in China, which was in a leading position in BBA competition.
The third generation Audi A4 (code B7? 2005 -2008)
Audi launched the Audi A4(B7) in 2005. Although this generation of Audi A4 is the same as the previous generation, it comes from the PL46 platform of Volkswagen Group, but it has made great progress in suspension structure, handling performance, engine configuration, electronic auxiliary system and so on.
The engine lineup of Audi A4(B7) has been obviously improved, and the direct fuel injection technology has been more widely used. The 2.0L engine also combines turbocharging technology and direct fuel injection technology. Quattro four-wheel drive system appears on most Audi A4s, and the more efficient 6-speed manual gearbox replaces the old 5-speed gearbox. Similar to the previous A4 model, the Audi A4' s predecessor model can be equipped with a multitronic continuously variable gearbox, while the Quattro four-wheel drive system can only be equipped with a 6-speed Tiptronic manual gearbox.
The third generation Audi A4 provides a wealth of safety configurations, including side airbags, ABS, ESP, and optional Quattro four-wheel drive system. Excellent safety performance was recognized by the American Highway Safety Insurance Association and was named "the safest vehicle in 2007".
The fourth generation Audi A4 (code B8? 2008 -20 16)
The fourth generation Audi A4 made its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2007. The brand-new modeling and production platform makes this model an important milestone in the history of Audi A4. Audi A4 adopts MLB platform. In styling design, the overall style of Audi A4L is more atmospheric, while still maintaining an excellent sports style. Unique LED lights and integrated air intake grille have become the highlights of Audi A4L. The fourth generation Audi A4 is also the first A4 with a long wheelbase in China. The body size of the lengthened A4L has also been upgraded in an all-round way, and the improvement of the interior space brought by the wheelbase of 2869mm is also quite obvious, and it is also in an absolute leading position in the competition at the same level.
The biggest change brought by the new platform is that the position of the front axle is higher than that of the previous generation, which has obviously improved the handling and rear space of the Audi A4. After the front axle moves forward, the front weight is reduced, and the longer wheelbase distributes the body weight more evenly. The front-to-rear weight ratio of Audi A4 is close to 55: 45, which is equivalent to that of rear-wheel drive models. In addition, the steering column position of Audi A4 is closer to the front wheel than the previous generation, which is beneficial to improve the handling accuracy of Audi A4.
As for the interior, the interior of the fourth generation Audi A4L was quite successful at that time. Not only used in this generation A4L, but also the high-end Audi A5, A6L and Q7 of the same period adopted similar design styles. Compared with competing models in the same period, the interior of A4 is younger as a whole.
The fifth generation Audi A4 (code B9? 20 16- up to now)
20 16, the 5th generation Audi A4 code-named B9 was born together with MLB? The Evo platform, which was introduced into China, has been maintained for a long time. The appearance is sharper and the sense of science and technology is improved in an all-round way. A4L's appearance is younger and more fashionable according to the latest family design language, and the tough lines outline the body outline. Matrix LED headlights and taillights equipped with dynamic turn signals are worthy of the reputation of "lamp factory".
Not only the surface, but also the fifth generation A4L has undergone earth-shaking changes. Brand-new design style, simplicity with a sense of science and technology, 12.3-inch full LCD instrument with changeable display mode, full of freshness. MMI multimedia interactive system can conveniently and intuitively control a large number of functions and technologies in the 8.3-inch central control floating screen through a simplified controller.
A4L offers 1.4T and 2.0T different displacement models, among which the 2.0T displacement model is divided into high and low power versions, which not only has abundant power, but also ensures better fuel economy. I have to mention that in 20 19, Audi A4L achieved the market sales of 168500 vehicles, becoming the sales champion at the same level. Such market performance is enough to prove the popularity of Audi A4L in China market.
Mid-term redesign of the fifth generation Audi A4L (listed in 2020)
In 2020, Audi A4L will also usher in a mid-term change. The shape of the new car continues the design of overseas models. The hexagonal air intake grille is honeycomb-shaped and decorated with chrome trim around it. The interior of headlight group adopts separated design and brand-new design. The overall front face has a strong sense of movement. The tail shape continues the current design shape, and the taillight group adopts a brand-new design. The black surrounding at the bottom makes the overall shape more aggressive. A4L adopts bilateral * * * exhaust layout. The new car has a size of 4851(4858)/1847/1439 (141) mm and a wheelbase of 2908 mm
The interior style still adopts the family-style design language, with a strong sense of central control lines. The central control panel is upgraded to 10. 1 inch. In addition, the central control panel was changed to touch design, and the MMI mechanical buttons in front of the bar were cancelled. In addition, the new car is also equipped with electronic shift lever, panoramic sunroof, reversing radar, reversing image, cruise control, seat heating and so on.
The 2020 Audi A4L provides three different versions of 2.0T inline four-cylinder engines with adjustable power, all of which meet the national six emission standards. The maximum power is 150 HP, 190 HP and 252 HP respectively, and the transmission is matched with a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox. Among them, 40TFSI and 45TFSl models all provide four-wheel drive versions, 40TFSI? The quattro model is a new A4L model, and the fuel consumption per 100 kilometers of the two-wheel drive model is 6.2L and 6. 1L respectively. The fuel consumption per 100 kilometers of four-wheel drive models is 6.7L and 7.3L respectively. The power output is very strong, and the new car is also equipped with a 12V light mixing system, which improves the ride comfort and fuel economy of the vehicle.
Audi A4 has experienced four generations of products since it was introduced into the domestic market, and each generation has made great progress. From the initial driver's car, he gradually became an all-around player at the same level. It is not only excellent in handling, but also perfect in the comfort and sense of technology in the car, and has become an indispensable star product in the domestic luxury mid-level car market. With the arrival of the new Audi A4L in 2020, its product strength will be further enhanced and its unshakable position in the medium-sized luxury car market will continue to be stabilized.
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