2017 Audi A4 Diesel Confirmed for U.S.
The redesigned Audi A4 will actually arrive in the U.S. as a 2017 model and it will come with something it’s been missing for years.
Now scheduled to go on sale next March, the new A4 will be offered with a diesel variant for the first time in the U.S., sporting a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine with 190 hp and 236 lb-ft of torque.
The 2017 Audi A4 diesel will have a seven-speed S Tronic dual-clutch transmission with front-wheel models coming later on in the model year. Those not wanting a diesel powerplant can opt for the standard 2.0-liter TFSI four-cylinder engine with 252 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque. Both engines will initially launch with quattro all-wheel drive only.
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The German automaker hasn’t announced fuel economy figures for the U.S. yet, but said that MPG is expected to improve by 21 percent, despite the increase in performance. Audi is keeping quiet on pricing for the U.S., which is no surprise considering it won’t launch for a few more months, so expect pricing details to come as we get closer to the 2017 Audi A4’s arrival.
As for rumors, those eagerly waiting for a manual transmission will have to hold on, as the automaker is hinting at the possibility even for the diesel model.
Expect the S4 to arrive a year after the 2017 Audi A4’s launch and you can bet the company is working on a hardcore RS4 variant as well.
[Source: Motor Authority]
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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FYI: 190hp/236lb-ft are the specs of the lower output, 'ultra, version of the 2.0TFSI enginethe most likely 2.0TDi engine referred to above is actually spec'd 190hp/295lb-ft!