This is a major facelift, and not just some sticker-and-badge job – the engine is new, as are most of the body panels.
The Audi A4 has its task cut out for it as competitors such as the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the long wheelbase BMW 3 Series, the Volvo S60 and the Jaguar XE are all vying for the loaded wallets of its target consumers.
Audi India had decided to offer vehicles only in petrol and other alternate fuel technologies although it ruled out exiting diesel engines totally when the BS-VI emission norms kicked in from April 1 this year.
Overdrive brings the first look of all new Audi A4. Also watch, Autoslector with Bertrand D‘souza and the latest from Round 2 of the JK Tyre Racing Championsip. Overdrive also gets its hands on the upcoming hatchback from Fiat.
Tyre Corporation of India (TCIL) is among the public sector units that had earlier been cleared for revival through the joint venture or disinvestment route.
If proved of any wrongdoing in India, the world's largest car-maker may have to face criminal proceedings, fine and recall of vehicles, Ambuj Sharma, Additional Secretary, Heavy Industries Ministry had said earlier.
Audi is the fastest growing luxury car maker in India. It has overtaken Mercedes for the number two slot and now it has got its sight set on BMW which is of course the segment leader.