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The '''Audi RS 4 (B7)''' is a high performance all-wheel drive variant of the [[Audi A4]] that replaced the RS2 after it ended production in 1999.
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The '''Audi RS 4 (B7)''' is a high performance all-wheel drive variant of the [[Audi A4]] that replaced the RS 2 after it ended production in 1999.
   
The "B5" platform RS4 was only in production for a year between 2000 - 2001 with the "B7" platform entering production from 2006 - 2008.
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The B5 platform RS 4 was only in production for a year between 2000 - 2001. A new RS 4 based on the B7 platform entered production in 2006.
   
The "B7" platform RS4 is equipped with a 420bhp 4.2L FSI V8 engine including a 6-speed Getrag gearbox with availability as a 4-door saloon, a 2-door cabriolet and a 5-door estate (Avant).
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The B7 RS 4 is equipped with a 420bhp 4.2L FSI V8 engine, which is coupled with a Getrag-developed 6-speed manual gearbox.
   
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The model was available as a 4-door saloon, a 2-door cabriolet, and a 5-door estate (Avant).
The RS4 "B7" platform completed the Nordschleife layout of the Nürburgring with a time of 8:09.00. It was 4 seconds slower than the [[BMW M3 E92|E92 M3]] but 4 seconds faster than the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG.
 
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The RS4 B7 lapped around the Nürburgring [[Nordschleife]] with a time of 8:09.00. It was 4 seconds slower than the [[BMW M3 E92|E92 M3]] but 4 seconds faster than the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG.
   
 
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Template:InfoboxCar2 The Audi RS 4 (B7) is a high performance all-wheel drive variant of the Audi A4 that replaced the RS 2 after it ended production in 1999.

The B5 platform RS 4 was only in production for a year between 2000 - 2001. A new RS 4 based on the B7 platform entered production in 2006.

The B7 RS 4 is equipped with a 420bhp 4.2L FSI V8 engine, which is coupled with a Getrag-developed 6-speed manual gearbox.

The model was available as a 4-door saloon, a 2-door cabriolet, and a 5-door estate (Avant).

The RS4 B7 lapped around the Nürburgring Nordschleife with a time of 8:09.00. It was 4 seconds slower than the E92 M3 but 4 seconds faster than the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG.

Need for Speed: ProStreet

The Audi RS4 first appeared in Need for Speed: ProStreet as a Tier 2 vehicle with a $66,000 price tag. It is only available in the Collector's Edition release.

It has better traction than the BMW M3 E92 and better acceleration than the Cadillac CTS-V. It is best utilised in Grip events.

Need for Speed: Undercover

The Audi RS4 appears in Need for Speed: Undercover as a Tier 2 vehicle with a $185,000 price tag. It is unlocked upon reaching Wheelman Level 9.5.

It is one of the slowest cars in terms of acceleration and has a top speed of 209 mph (336 km/h), which might be lacking compared to other Tier 2 cars.

Shift Series

The Audi RS 4 appears in Need for Speed: Shift as a Tier 2 vehicle with a $70,000 price tag and a 6.40 car rating. It is unlocked upon collecting 30 stars.

The Audi RS 4 appears as a Modern Road vehicle in Shift 2: Unleashed with a $79,000 price tag, C 710 performance rating and a 4.11 handling rating.

It is praised for its driving stability and acceleration. The RS4 is capable of a 14.00 rating in Need for Speed: Shift through upgrades and is capable of reaching 214 mph (345 km/h).

It is not capable of a Works Conversion in Need for Speed: Shift but is capable of a Works Conversion in Shift 2: Unleashed.

Need for Speed: World

Template:NFSWlink The Audi RS 4 was made available as a Tier 2 vehicle in Need for Speed: World on August 24th, 2011. Since August 22nd, 2012, the RS 4 has been featured as a 'D' and 'C' class vehicle.

It was initially only available for purchase from the dealership with SpeedBoost, but was made available for in-game cash on December 20th, 2011. The in-game cash variant was removed from the car dealer on September 5th, 2012 but was re-released on November 14th, 2012.

The D Class variant has a 389 overall rating and costs Dollar icon600,000. The C Class variant is upgraded with Amerikon Speedsystems Street Tuned Parts, has a 468 overall rating and costs SpeedBoost2,300.

The RS4 has strong acceleration and an effective nitrous boost, a high top speed and a better handling than the Audi TT RS. It suffers from severe understeer that can ruin its competitiveness in races against other vehicles such as the Audi A1 Clubsport quattro. It is very useful in Drag Mode and in Pursuit Outrun due to its weight. Top speed is 159 mph (256 km/h).

Need for Speed: The Run

The Audi RS 4 appears in Need for Speed: The Run as a Tier 3 vehicle. It is available from the beginning of the game and is used by Jack as part of his escape from the Junkyard in Stage 1.

It is one of the fastest Tier 3 cars because of a good acceleration and a high top speed of 180 mph (290 km/h). It has a "Normal" handling rating.

Special Variants

The Audi RS 4 also appears as a Need for Speed Edition variant.

It is a selectable vehicle alongside the Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro and Need for Speed Edition Audi Quattro 20 V in Stage 8. The Need for Speed Edition Audi RS4 is unlocked upon the player completing Stage 8 of The Run. It is unlocked upon the player completing Stage 8 of The Run mode.

The NFS Edition RS 4 doesn't have any exterior modifications compared to the standard RS 4 but is capable of reaching 191 mph (307km/h) and is capable of delivering 730 bhp at 7,800 rpm. It has a "Normal" handling rating, too.

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