Preliminary assessment of Audi A4 2021

In Vietnam, the small luxury sedan segment can be considered the most important car line of all luxury car brands. If Mercedes-Benz has just launched the C 180 model with a competitive price of 1.4 billion VND, BMW immediately introduced the 3-Series (G20) generation and now the Audi A4 2021.
Price
In Vietnam, the Audi A4 2021 is officially released as a CBU import in two versions. the A4 40 TFSI starts at VND 1.8 billion and the A4 45 TFSI comes with the Sport Line equipment package and many pages. Options can reach 2.2 billion. Thus, the lowest rolling price of Audi A4 2021 starts from 2 billion.
Appearance
The dynamic appearance of the new Audi A4 highlights refinement, as the metal parts of the exterior of the Audi A4 have been changed. The front end looks wide and sporty thanks to a wider and flatter single-frame grille. Horizontal lines emphasize the width of the car at the front and rear. large and narrow pentagonal air chambers below the LED light area become a clear highlight.
The new Audi A4 is equipped with LED headlights with additional features such as upgraded signature daytime running lights, flexible intelligent turn signals and rear turn signals. At the top of the headlights, five short bright lines and one long bright line form the outline of the daytime illumination. The LED taillights of the Audi A4 feature a characteristic design based on the patterns of the daytime running lights and turn signals.
The Audi A4 has been extended in size. The Audi A4 has been extended by 24 millimeters to 4,762 millimeters and its width has increased by 5 millimeters to 1,847 millimeters. The wheelbase and ride height remain at 2,820 mm and 1,431 mm respectively.
Prominent veins emphasize the alignment of the body. From the side, the muscles are well developed thanks to the curved arches of the fenders and shoulders. The prominent veins on the wheel arches emphasize the quattro character. A second lower rib running through the door pulls the visual center of gravity down. The wide spoiler blades beneath the doors create a dynamic feeling of movement.
Under the elegant “Premium” exterior package, the grille, air vents and bumpers are finished in dark chrome and silver aluminum tones. the 17-inch aluminum wheels that come standard on the A4 will be replaced with 18-inch wheels in the “Premium” package.
The low ceiling sweeps toward the rear. Wider rear windows make the cabin look longer and the rear pillars slimmer. The mirrors are placed on the front door shoulders, emphasizing the model’s sporty appearance.
From the rear, a horizontal chrome strip stands out with a three-dimensional design that connects the two taillights while emphasizing the impression of width. Two trapezoidal exhaust pipes are hidden in the rear diffuser cover.
Interior
The spacious interior of the Audi A4 combines lightness and technology. A storage compartment is designed in the asymmetrical wide central panel. The upper bezel of the dashboard connects to the extended door bezels around the interior, evoking a feeling of spaciousness. The interior design is focused on horizontal lines with long, wide air vents and a large dashboard design surface.
The center console and large MMI touchscreen are slightly tilted toward the driver. The display is only 13 mm thick and looks very slim. 10.1-inch TFT screen displays crisp graphics with a resolution of up to 1,540 x 720 pixels.
The vehicle information system – an analog dashboard – is standard equipment. With MMI plus – the optional virtual reality cockpit – the Audi Virtual Cockpit plus has the same graphical interface with a large 12.3-inch touchscreen with a resolution of 1,920 x 720 pixels in full HD. The driver can switch between three screen formats – Classic, Sport or Dynamic.
The three-spoke steering wheel is designed with integrated multi-function buttons for added convenience of control. Gearshift paddles are also optional. In the evening, the interior space stands out surrounded by white LED bezels. In the door trim and knee area, the narrow light direction creates an impressive lighting profile. Customers can choose from 30 different colors via Audi Drive Mode.
All interior materials have been selected and finished with special care. The chrome trim matches the bottom edge of the air conditioning slots, the air conditioning vents and the automatic gearshift lever are located on the center console. Large trim surfaces accentuate the interior, especially the 3D display on the large dashboard. Silver aluminum or oval gray aluminum trim is standard.