To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the original RS 4 estate, Audi has announced a special limited-edition model.
Aptly named the Audi RS 4 Avant Edition 25 Years, the celebratory hot wagon will deliver more power and the option of retro-inspired colours.
A host of other important upgrades will be included, but just 50 examples are set to be offered to UK Audi enthusiasts. And a six-figure price tag guarantees it elite status…
Party like it’s 1999
Now into a fourth generation, Audi released the original RS 4 in 1999. Based upon the B5 Audi A4 platform, it featured a twin-turbocharged 2.7-litre V6 engine, combined with Quattro all-wheel drive.
In 2001, Audi launched an upgraded RS 4 Sport version, with lowered suspension, Recaro bucket seats, and a performance exhaust.
We have previously had the chance to experience the RS 4 Sport that forms part of Audi UK’s heritage fleet.
For the new RS 4 Avant Edition 25 Years, Audi has followed the trend created by that first Sport model. This means a boost in power for the twin-turbocharged 2.9-litre V6 to 470hp, with 443lb ft of torque.
The 0-62mph time drops by 0.4 seconds to 3.7 seconds compared to a regular RS 4, with the top speed increased to 186mph.
Drop it to the floor
Along with the hike in power, the RS 4 Avant Edition 25 Years benefits from a sports exhaust system, carbon ceramic brakes, and coilover suspension. This drops the RS 4 10mm closer to the floor, with a further 10mm of lowering available by manually adjusting the suspension.
This should give the RS 4 Avant Edition 25 Years a perfect stance over its 20-inch lightweight forged alloy wheels.
Other design highlights include gloss black side window trim, a black inlay for the tail lights, gloss black badging, and the removal of the standard roof rails.
A matt carbon fibre styling package adds a new front splitter, rear diffuser, and side mirror caps. Special ‘RS 4 Avant Edition 25 Years’ lettering is engraved into the rear windows, too.
For Audi Sport enthusiasts
On the inside, a set of carbon fibre-backed bucket seats are another throwback to the RS 4 Sport, as is the extensive use of Alcantara. Yellow stitching is used extensively, and there is a sequentially numbered build plaque found on the centre console.
Buyers will be able to pick from Nardo Grey, Mythos Black, and a special Audi Exclusive Imola Yellow paint colour.
Prices for the RS 4 Avant Edition 25 Years begin from £115,800, although the retro-tastic Imola Yellow version will require £119,180.
Orders can be placed now, with fans likely needing to move fast to secure one of the 50 cars destined for the UK.
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