Audi A4 (Germany, 2001-2005)

The second generation Audi A4 was released by the end of 2000. When compared to the previous generation, the new model’s petrol engine range received some power adjustments and higher displacement options. This car is also known as the A4 B6 because of its platform.

As for the aesthetics of the car, the second series A4 only got to be slightly retouched, so visual changes were minor. The B6 was produced until 2005; then Audi replaced it with a new A4 series.

Several petrol engines were available for the B6 A4, starting at a 1.6-liter base model (101 hp) and going up to a 3.0-liter V6 engine that produces 220 hp. As for the available diesel engines, there were two options: a 1.9-liter and a 2.5-liter V6 engine, both turbocharged. Each one of these was given two upgrades since the car’s debut and, overall, their power outputs ranged from 99 hp up to 178 hp

The most powerful variant of the B6 A4 range was capable of reaching its top speed at 151 mi/h (245 km/h) and would make 0–60 mi/h in 7.7 seconds. Both front-wheel and four-wheel drive models were available. As for the transmission options, there were both manual and automatic 5- and 6-speed gearboxes available for the second series A4 cars.

Unit steel chassis.   Platform Volkswagen Group B6 (PL46) platform.   Suspension Four-link front suspension with double wishbones and a tubular anti-roll bar. Rear trapezoidal links and anti-roll bar.   Steering Power assisted rack-and-pinion.   Brakes Front vented discs and rear solid discs with ABS.

As soon as it came out, the second series A4 included a 4-door sedan and a 5-door ‘Avant’ wagon body style. In 2003 a 2-door ‘Cabriolet’ convertible variant was added to the available bodywork options.