Audi A4 Avant 2.7 V6 Quattro RS4 2001

History and background

The Audi A4 Avant 2.7 V6 Quattro RS4 belongs to the first generation RS4 Avant, known internally as the B5 RS4 Avant. This model was developed by Audi Sport as a successor to the RS2 Avant and appeared in the late 1990s as a performance-oriented version of the A4 Avant. It was based on the A4/B5, but the bodywork, powertrain and suspension tuning were significantly modified. This put the Audi RS4 Avant 2.7 V6 Quattro at the beginning of Audi's modern RS lineup, which combined practical bodywork with technology that was among the top of the segment for the period.

The 2.7 V6 Biturbo in this version relied heavily on cooperation with Cosworth, which supported the development of the engine management and various performance-oriented components. This gave the Audi A4 Avant 2.7 V6 Quattro RS4 an engine concept known for rapid torque build-up and immediate response. Combined with permanent quattro all-wheel drive and a six-speed manual transmission, it created a model that matched the demand for fast, usable and technically distinct estate cars in its time. Production of the B5 RS4 Avant remained limited, giving the car a specific place within Audi history.

The market position of the Audi RS4 Avant 2.7 V6 Quattro was from new that of a niche model for enthusiasts of powerful Avants. The model came with a clear emphasis on dynamics, without distancing itself from the practical nature of the A4 Avant. The combination of a relatively compact body, wide suspension and the familiar all-wheel drive makes the RS4 Avant historically one of the references within the genre of fast family cars.

Characteristics and features

This Audi A4 Avant 2.7 V6 Quattro RS4 is equipped with the 2.7 V6 Biturbo with 380 hp and 440 Nm of torque. The car features quattro all-wheel drive and a 6-speed manual transmission. Furthermore, this Audi RS4 Avant features 18-inch RS4 alloy wheels, xenon lighting, climate control, sport seats and a sport interior with RS details. The sport exhaust system with stainless steel manifolds and heat band is a technical feature that is in keeping with the performance-oriented design of the model.

The brakes are designed as powerful Cosworth brakes with 360 mm front and 312 mm rear. The engine is Cosworth-tuned, matching the development history of this generation RS4. In this Audi A4 Avant 2.7 V6 Quattro RS4, both turbos have been overhauled and a comprehensive service was performed just before sale. This included renewing the timing belt with tensioner, tensioner roller and idler, as well as the alternator, timing belt with tensioner and idler, various gaskets and seals, oil and cooling hoses, oil/water cooler, and front and rear brake discs and pads.

Summary

The Audi A4 Avant 2.7 V6 Quattro RS4 is an early RS4 Avant with 2.7 V6 Biturbo, quattro drive, six-speed manual transmission and various RS and Cosworth features. The work performed and the technical upgrades made make this Audi RS4 Avant a remarkably complete described example within this model type. To get a good idea of the lot, we recommend coming to the viewing day.