Audi makes no secret of its power and performance, calling it a “practical sports car”. The real secret is that not many motorists in Singapore know just how fast this family car can go. I was lucky enough to test-drive the third-generation RS 4 a few years ago and it blew my mind. I really did not expect to experience so much raw power from a sedate-looking station wagon. So, with the launch of the fourth-generation RS 4, I was prepared this time around. But is one really prepared?
SINGAPORE (Sept 17): A wolf in sheep’s clothing. That would be an appropriate way to describe the Audi RS 4. It looks like an everyday family car, a stylish estate. But start up the engine and drive away, and you’re in for a real surprise. For the RS 4 is no ordinary estate car. To put it bluntly, it’s a beast.
With most cars, you know what you’re going to get just by looking at it. You expect a sporty experience from a Porsche 911 and a refined ride from a Rolls-Royce or a Lexus. But the Audi RS 4 Avant truly belies its appearance. On the outside, it is a family-friendly and practical station wagon; on the inside is the heart and performance of a supercar. It sounds unbelievable, but trust me on this one.
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