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Audi has revealed the updated RS4 Avant ahead of an Australian arrival in mid-2020.

 

Power comes from a 2.9-litre TFSI twin-turbo V6 engine producing 331kW and 600Nm. An eight-speed tiptronic automatic transmission sends power to the quattro permanent all-wheel drive system.

 

The system is rear-biased, sending 60 per cent of the torque to the rear axle and 40 per cent to the front in regular driving. If slip is detected, up to 70 per cent of the torque can be sent to the front or up to 85 per cent to the rear.

 

In terms of performance, Audi claims the performance wagon takes 4.1 seconds to sprint from 0-100km/h on its way to an electronically limited top speed of to 250km/h. Opting for the RS dynamic package increases the top speed to 280km/h.

 

Underneath, there are five-link suspensions at the front and rear to enable “the optimal absorption of longitudinal and lateral forces.” With the standard RS sport suspension, the RS4 is 7mm lower than the S4 with sport suspension.

 

RS-specific dynamic steering is available as an alternative to the standard electromechanical power steering. Dynamic steering varies the steering ratio by up to 100 per cent based on the driving speed, steering angle and selected mode in the Audi drive select handling system.

 

As standard, the car rides on 19-inch forged allow wheels wearing 265/35 rubber. Various 20-inch designs are available including a new fully milled five-arm wheel painted completely in matt bronze.

 

RS steel brakes with perforated composite discs measuring 375mm at the front axle and 330mm at the rear axle are standard, with six-piston brake calipers finished in black featuring RS logos clamping the front discs. RS ceramic brakes with 400mm discs with calipers painted in either red, grey or blue are on the options list.

 

Looking at the exterior, like the RS6 Avant and the RS7 Sportback, the Singleframe is wider and flatter, featuring a three-dimensional honeycomb structure in gloss black.

 

The LED headlights have been redesigned, while the wheel arches are 30mm wider at the front and back when compared to the regular A4 Avant.

 

On the inside, buyers get the latest 10.1-inch MMI touch infotainment system which is tilted slightly toward the driver.

 

Audi’s virtual cockpit is standard and includes unique RS displays, providing information on tyre pressure, torque, power output, engine oil temperature, lap timings, acceleration measurements and g-forces.

 

The luggage compartment has a capacity of 495L, which increases to 1495L with the rear seats folded down.

 

Turning to safety, Audi claims more than 30 assist systems are available – including adaptive cruise assist, intersection assist, lane change warning, curb warning and a 360-degree camera.

 

The new Audi RS4 Avant is expected to arrive in Australia in mid-2020. Pricing and specification will be announced closer to launch.