The third generation of the RS4 was offered exclusively as a station-wagon, following the path taken by its bigger brother, the RS6.
It was a sports-car for a whole family and its luggage.

The car was designed to convince people that a station-wagon can be fun to drive, regardless of its exterior shape. The RS4 drivetrain was installed on the A5 as well so if someone didn’t need that extra trunk, the RS5 was another option.

The exterior was enhanced when compared to the standard Audi A4 Avant. The wider wheel-fenders, the lowered front apron with silver lip-spoiler, and the silver door-mirrors emphasized the sporty character of the car. To handle better, the suspension was lowered by 20 mm (0.79”), and a set of 19” wheels were fitted as standard. A 20” light-alloy wheels were offered as an option.

Inside, there were only a few details that could differentiate a well-equipped A4 Avant from an RS4. On the instrument cluster, there was an RS4 badge in the tachometer, some aluminum trims were installed and that was it. The S-Sport seats covered in black leather and Alcantara are standard on the top trim level. Sport-bucket seats are offered as an option.

The most important aspect of the RS4 was the drivetrain. Under the hood, there was a 4.2-liter V8 naturally aspirated engine. It offered 450 hp and its red-line was at 8200 rpm. It was mated as standard to a 7-speed S-Tronic transmission. A sport package option added 20” light-alloy wheels, a rear sports differential, and an adaptive suspension that could transform the car into a track-ready weapon or a comfortable ride for the entire family.