Engine: 2.0-liter dohc 16v turbocharged inline-4

Engine Options: 2.0-liter dohc 16v turbocharged inline-4; 3.2-liter dohc 24v V6; 4.2-liter dohc 32v V8

Transmission: 6-speed Tiptronic automatic

Transmission Options: 6-speed manual; 6-speed Tiptronic automatic; Multitronic CVT

Standard Safety Equipment: two-stage, dual front airbags; front seat-mounted side impact airbags; full-coverage side air curtains; active front seat head restraints; adjustable head restraints and three-point seatbelts at all seating positions; electronic stability system with anti-lock brakes, electronic brake-force distribution and brake assist; rear seat LATCH fitments; first aid kit (in rear seat center armrest); rear fog light

Optional Safety Equipment: rear-seat side-impact airbags; tire pressure monitor

Basic Warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles

Assembled In: Ingolstadt, Germany

Model Tested: Audi A4 2.0T quattro ($30,940)

Standard Equipment: automatic dual-zone climate control; cruise control; power windows, central locking and outside mirrors; 12-way power driver seat; manual tilt/telescoping steering wheel; 10-speaker, AM/FM stereo with in-dash 6-disc CD changer and pre-wired for XM or Sirius satellite radio; front and rear seat floor mats; pre-wired for Bluetooth

Options as Tested: Premium Package ($1,850) includes Homelink remote transmitter, power front passenger seat, rain sensor, heated front seats, auto-dimming inside mirror with compass, auto-dimming and power folding outside mirrors, 17-inch wheels and all-season tires; Audio Package ($1,000) with Bose and XM Satellite Radio; Cold Weather Package ($400) includes heated rear seats, ski sack; S-Line Package ($3,000) includes 18-inch cast alloy wheels, performance tires, sport suspension, S-Line badges, front and rear bumpers and steering wheel, and brushed aluminum trim; headlight washers ($150); California emissions ($150)

Destination Charge: 720

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: all-wheel drive

Horsepower: 200 @ 5100-6000

Torque: 200 @ 5100-6000

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 22/30

Wheelbase: 104.3 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 180.6/69.8/56.2 inches

Track Front/Rear: 59.9/59.9 inches

Turning Cycle: 36.4 feet

Seating Capacity: 5 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 38.4/na/41.3 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: 37.2/na/34.3 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: inches

Trunk Volume: 13.4 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent, four-link, double-wishbone, coil spring, gas-pressure shocks, stabilizer bar

Ground Clearance: 4.2 inches

Curb Weight: 3660 pounds

Towing Capacity: pounds

Tires: 235/40R18

Brakes: disc/disc with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist

Fuel Capacity: 16.6 Gallons