Introducing the 2008 Audi A4 sedan and Avant. More focused and more clearly delineated than ever before. For 2008, we’ve added the popular S line bumpers and body features to each and every 2008 sedan. Underneath the hood, engines with FSI® Direct Injection featuring 200 or 255 hp. And then you’ve got some choices to make – a multitronic® CVT, Tiptronic® or quickshifting six-speed manual. Not to mention your choice of FrontTrak® front-wheel drive or legendary quattro®all-wheel drive. Compelling choices all. Everyone eager to move ahead. Then there’s the 2008 A4 Avant. Think German sport sedan with the bonus of added room. And unparalleled style. Not to mention real substance. With add-on accessories and options such as iPod® adaptability, Bluetooth,® HomeLink® and more, the 2008 A4 line stands as the proud beneficiary of our determination to lead in all facets of the driving experience.

From the bold single-frame grille to a new front and rear bumper to its subtle lip of a spoiler, a proud and purposeful look. Punctuated by S line badging. Strikingly new wheel choices as well as some favorites round out its considerable appeal. Even at rest, the car signals a need to move forward.

There is no quality of ride without a corresponding build quality. Some call it fit and finish. We call it build integrity with precision. We invite you to do more than kick the tires of a 2008 A4. Inspect the gap tolerances. Take a good hard look at the paint quality. You don’t have to be an engineer or an artist to appreciate greatness when you can actually see, hear and touch it.

Eyes forward. Audi is consumed with lighting. Optional bi-xenon and adaptive front lighting aren’t enough. With typical design flair, we focus on giving each and every lens both purpose and panache. Their position to the immediate left and right of the pronounced V of the hood is no accident.

The uncanny ability to see around corners as you’re driving must be experienced. Optional bi-xenon adaptive lighting factors in speed, pitch, yaw and roll to help illuminate what’s around the next corner.

It’s one thing to design the trim accents to suggest a wraparound effect. Something else to actually build it so seamlessly. At Audi, it’s this kind of attention to detail that sets our cars apart. From its hand-stitched, leather-covered steering wheel to its raised center console to the touch and look of every dial, every switch, the Audi A4 is an ergonomic masterpiece. One designed to satisfy not just on a test drive, but for years and years.

Beyond dual-zone climate control, the 2008 A4 features heated front seats standard on 3.2 models. They’re also available as part of our Cold weather package or as a stand-alone option on 2.0 T models. The popular Convenience package features HomeLink, a light/rain sensor, auto-dimming exterior mirrors as well as an auto-dimming interior mirror with a built-in compass.

A vivid, line-of-sight Driver Information Display typifies our focused approach — all the data you need, without the distractions. Our goal: Inform, but never interfere.

And then we encourage you to further personalize your A4 with select options. In fact, we invite you to look closely at the specifications section of the brochure. From Bose® premium sound to DVD-based Audi Navigation plus. From Bluetooth phone preparation and iPod adaptability to SD® card slots for MP3 sound and more, the 2008 A4 bears witness to a devotion to marrying form and function.

Whether you opt for a hand-stitched, three-spoke steering wheel with paddle shifters or a six-speed manual is up to you. No matter which setup you choose, attention to detail is a given. For example, perforating the leather delivers added grip.

We invite you to let quattro GmbH work its magic inside and out. While every 2008 A4 sedan gets the S line exterior treatment from our performance and customization arm, a select few get the treatment inside. Not to mention a finely tuned sport suspension.

When you step inside a car with the S line package, you’re entering a domain where style and substance work together seamlessly.

Aluminum pedals with raised-rubber inserts instantly transmit the intent of the RS 4. With a 420 hp V8, Dynamic Ride Control, sport-biased quattro and incomparable style, an automotive full house. New for the RS 4 in 2008: An optional Titanium package as well as a systematic approach to interior upgrades we call Audi exclusive.

From special wheels to distinctive brakes, all of our RS and S cars are more than simply purpose-driven performance machines. We pay close attention to every detail. From the distinctive Piano Black trim of the RS 4 to S4 trim options such as Carbon Fiber and Gray Birch.

Every S4 benefits from our vast experience in motorsports. Ironically, it’s that experience that makes these cars ideally suited for your everyday commute or a cross-country jaunt.

The truth is, quattro is all about confidence and control. And not solely in bad weather. Make no mistake though, it excels when the going gets rough. It all comes down to the inescapable logic of four driven wheels. Four active points of contact. Working in concert with an array of electronic assists such as an Electronic Stability Program (ESP®), Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (EBD), Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR), Electronic Differential Lock (EDL) and ABS anti-lock disc brakes, quattro parlays its mechanical brilliance into tractive power with astonishing ease. In the luxury category, there’s quattro. And not quite. Not quite as transparent. Not quite as seamless. And not nearly as extensively tested by time, track and everyday trial. Over the years, we’ve taken what we’ve learned in competition and used that knowledge to make quattro the gold standard in permanent all-wheel drive. You will feel it with every start and in every corner.

In addition to FSI engines designed to use less fuel and produce more power, Audi is also a suspension and transmission leader. From crafting more and more suspension componentry from weight-saving aluminum to multitronic, the first CVT able to handle the power of a torque-rich V6, we set the bar high. And move up from there.

The agility of FrontTrak frontwheel drive and quattro all-wheel drive is mechanically based. Not merely electronically modified. The distinction is important. We employ electronics to supplement inherent logic, not supplant it.

Onward, upward, always forward. To our way of thinking, testing the limits of what’s possible is the surest route to success. Our aim with new technologies: More confidence, more control.

As you can plainly see from the illustration to the left, the A4 has airbags aplenty. Including comprehensive Sideguard® protection as well as dualstage, dual-threshold front airbags†. But to our way of thinking, an accident avoided is always the preferred scenario. Both of our drivetrains, quattro and FrontTrak, stand at the forefront of control under a variety of conditions. The way we see it, nothing breeds confidence like control. The cars’ mechanical brilliance, solid construction, pre-programmed deformation areas and array of standard safety features are complemented by a host of electronic assists. Leading the way: ESP 8.0. This Electronic Stability Program networks with EDL, EBD, ABS and Brake Assist to help ensure that your A4 responds to your inputs in extreme situations. We even go so far as to periodically dry the brake’s discs so they’ll be ready in wet weather. Standard on every A4 for 2008: Tire-pressure monitoring system. At Audi, safety isn’t one thing. An airbag. Or wood trim that won’t splinter in an accident. Or cutting off power in the event of an accident. Safety is everything.

Whether it’s carrying luggage, a kayak, skis or a bike, it all starts with a base rack. What you add on top of that depends on what your weekend has in store. So whether you're in the mountains or at the coast, the A4 has you covered.

From organizing your gear for the trunk to all-weather mats, genuine Audi accessories are the way to go. To see what’s available, see your local dealer or visit audiusa.com.

Protect your Audi from the elements with a lightweight, easy-to-use cover. Complete with a plastic window so the rear license plate remains visible. Storage bag included.

A heavy-duty, moisture-resistant rubber mat covered by a nylon carpet provides excellent trunk protection. Textured material reduces load-shifting, while the raised lip contains spills.