New Audi A4 diesel launched at Rs. 40.20 lakh

The new Audi A4 diesel has been launched in India at a price of Rs. 40.20 lakh ex showroom Delhi. The new A4 was only available with a petrol engine till now.

Power comes from a new 2.0 litre four cylinder diesel engine that develops 190 horsepower, 15 more than its predecessor. The motor is mated to a seven speed S-Tronic dual clutch gearbox. A six speed manual box in an entry level variant is expected later. The diesel A4 is a front wheel drive just like its petrol sibling. The quattro all wheel drive system is not offered on the new A4 in India.

Audi claims that the A4 diesel has an ARAI tested fuel economy of 18.25kpl, up seven percent from the previous generation model..

There is nothing the exterior to distinguish the diesel A4 except the badging. Features include Audi’s Virtual Cockpit, MMI infotainment system and three zone climate control.

The Audi A4 diesel rivals, the Mercedes C220d and the BMW 320d in India.