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Specifications

Vehicle

EPA Classification

Compact

Large

Engine

Engine Order Code

Engine Type

Gas I4

Gas V8

Displacement

2.0L/121

4.2L/259

Fuel System

FSI

MPFI

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

211 @ 5300-6000

400 @ 7000

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

258 @ 1500-4200

460 @ 4750

Transmission

Drivetrain

All-Wheel Drive

Rear Wheel Drive

Trans Order Code

Trans Type

Trans Description Cont.

Manual

Automatic

Trans Description Cont. Again

First Gear Ratio (:1)

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

Reverse Ratio (:1)

Clutch Size

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight

3626 lbs

4144 lbs

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front

4-Link

Double-wishbone

Suspension Type - Rear

Trapezoidal Link

Double-wishbone

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

w/Stabilizer Bar

anti-roll bar

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

w/Stabilizer Bar

anti-roll bar

Shock Absorber Diameter - Front

Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear

Brakes

Brake Type

Pwr

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

4-wheel

Brake ABS System (Second Line)

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

12.6 x 1.18 in

13 x 1.3 in

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

11.3 x 0.47 in

12.4 x 0.9 in

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Rear Drum Diam x Width

Wheels

Front Wheel Size

17 x 8.0 in

18 x -TBD- in

Rear Wheel Size

17 x 8.0 in

18 x -TBD- in

Spare Wheel Size

18 x -TBD- in

Rear Wheel Material

Alloy

Aluminum

Spare Wheel Material

Alloy

Steel

Tires

Front Tire Order Code

Rear Tire Order Code

Spare Tire Order Code

Front Tire Size

P245/45R17

P245/45ZR18

Rear Tire Size

P245/45R17

P285/40ZR18

Spare Tire Size

Compact

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy

30 MPG

18 MPG

Cruising Range - City

371.80 mi

288.00 mi

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City

22 MPG

12 MPG

Fuel Economy Est-Combined

25 MPG

14 MPG

Cruising Range - Hwy

507.00 mi

432.00 mi

EPA MPG Equivalent - City

EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy

EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined

Battery Range

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

16.9 gal

24 gal

Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

Emissions

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score

Steering

Steering Type

Servotronic

Pwr

Steering Ratio (:1), Overall

16.3

Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb

37.4 ft

40.4 ft

Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall

Interior Dimensions

Passenger Capacity

Passenger Volume

121 ft³

Front Head Room

40.0 in

Front Leg Room

41.3 in

Front Shoulder Room

55.5 in

Front Hip Room

61.9 in

Second Head Room

37.5 in

Second Leg Room

34.3 in

Second Shoulder Room

54.3 in

Second Hip Room

61.5 in

Exterior Dimensions

Wheelbase

110.6 in

120.6 in

Length, Overall

185.2 in

200.7 in

Width, Max w/o mirrors

71.9 in

74.2 in

Height, Overall

56.2 in

56.6 in

Track Width, Front

61.6 in

62.5 in

Track Width, Rear

61.1 in

61.4 in

Min Ground Clearance

4.2 in

Liftover Height

26.5 in

Cargo Area Dimensions

Trunk Volume

16.9 ft³

15.9 ft³

Trailering

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0� F (Primary)

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

120

Cooling System

Total Cooling System Capacity

9.5 qts

Feature

MECHANICAL

2.0L FSI I4 turbo-charged engine.

6-speed manual transmission.

quattro permanent all-wheel drive system.

Servotronic steering.

Pwr vented front & solid rear disc brakes w/disc wiping feature.

Electromechanical parking brake

4.2L DOHC MPFI V8 w/variable valve timing.

6-speed automatic transmission -inc: mode select, manual mode, shift lever on column automatic w/manual mode.

Limited slip rear differential.

Rear wheel drive.

Auto-leveling adaptive suspension.

Independent double-wishbone suspension -inc: stabilizer bars, coil springs.

Speed-sensitive pwr rack & pinion steering.

4-wheel ventilated disc brakes.

Black colored calipers.

Chrome-tipped exhaust

EXTERIOR

17-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels -inc: 245/45R17 all-season tires.

All-season tires.

Space saver spare tire.

Sunroof.

Chrome trim around side windows.

Xenon plus headlamps.

Rain & light sensor.

Fog lamps.

Pwr adjustable heated auto-dimming exterior mirrors.

Memory for exterior mirrors.

Variable-intermittent windshield wipers

18" aluminum wheels.

P245/45ZR18 BSW front tires.

P285/40ZR18 BSW rear tires.

Air compressor.

Pwr sunroof.

Rear lip spoiler.

Body-colored front/rear bumpers.

Front mud flaps.

Chrome door handles.

Projector beam lens bi-xenon headlights.

Front fog lights.

Auto-dimming heated folding pwr mirrors.

Automatic rain-sensing speed-sensitive variable intermittent wipers

ENTERTAINMENT

Symphony AM/FM radio -inc: 6-CD changer, MP3 capability, radio data system, graduated audio level adjustment.

Audi music interface -inc: iPod cable.

Bluetooth hands-free phone interface.

Audi sound system.

Auxiliary input jack.

Sirius satellite radio

Bose AM/FM stereo w/CD changer -inc: seek-scan, radio data system, weather band automatic equalizer, digital signal processor, auxiliary audio input, (9) speakers

INTERIOR

Pwr front seats w/driver lumbar.

Leather seating surfaces.

Heated front seats.

Memory for driver seat.

Split folding rear seat back.

12V pwr outlet.

Front/rear floor mats w/fastening mechanism.

4-spoke multifunction tilt leather steering wheel.

Driver information system w/trip computer.

Homelink universal garage door opener.

Cruise control.

Pwr windows.

Aluminum door sill inserts.

Keyless entry.

Pwr central locking system.

Advanced alarm system.

3-zone climate control.

Front & rear reading lamps.

Rear window defogger.

Aluminum decorative inlays.

Auto-dimming interior mirror w/compass.

Dual illuminated vanity mirrors.

Trunk storage package.

Homelink universal garage door opener

Leather 10-way pwr heated driver/front passenger bucket seats w/pwr-adjustable head restraints.

Simulated suede/leather rear seats w/pwr fore/aft/reclining adjustment, manually adjustable head restraints.

Front & rear center armrests w/storage.

Full floor console w/covered storage, refrigerated box.

Carpeted floor covering.

Leather-wrapped steering wheel.

Pwr tilt/telescoping steering wheel w/auto tilt-away, audio/speed controls.

Analog instrumentation -inc: tachometer, trip computer, water temp, outside temp, clock.

Pwr windows w/one-touch down.

Pwr locks w/auto-locking feature.

Remote keyless entry.

Cruise control.

Remote pwr fuel/trunk release.

Security system w/ignition disable, panic alarm.

Navigation system.

Automatic dual-zone front climate control.

Rear window defroster.

Illuminated glove box.

Front/rear cupholders.

(2) 12-volt pwr outlets.

Chrome interior accents.

Covered dashboard storage.

Ashtray.

Wood/leather instrument panel & door inserts.

Driver/passenger door bins.

Auto-dimming day/night mirror.

Full cloth headliner.

Illuminated driver/front passenger visor vanity mirrors.

Dome light w/fade.

Front/rear reading lights.

Chrome shift knob.

Seatback storage pockets.

Front underseat storage tray.

Pwr rear sunblind.

Rear side window sunblinds.

Carpeted cargo area

SAFETY

4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) w/electronic brake force distribution (EBD) for rear brakes.

Electronic stability program (ESP).

Crash sensor system-inc: central unlocking, interior lighting on, hazard warning lights on, engine & fuel pump shut off.

LED daytime running lamps.

Impact protection-inc: reinforced high strength steel/aluminum crossmembers, reinforced bumpers, rigid occupant cell, side intrusion beams.

Driver/front passenger next generation frontal airbags w/dual-threshold deployment determined by seat buckle switches.

Front & rear seat Sideguard curtain airbags.

Driver/front passenger head & thorax side-impact airbags w/ 2-stage activation.

Front 3-point seat belts-inc: auto pretensioners, belt force limiters.

Child safety rear door locks.

(2) rear 3-point seat belts w/auto pretensioners.

Tire pressure monitoring system

4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS).

Traction control.

Stability control.

Side-impact bars.

Driver/front passenger front airbags w/intelligent front passenger sensor.

Front side airbags.

Side-impact overhead curtain airbags.

Rear parking sensors.

Height-adjustable front seatbelts.

3-point seatbelts in all positions.

Front/rear seatbelt pretensioners.

Tire pressure monitoring system

PACKAGE

Safety and Warranty

Rebate

Warranty

Basic Years:
4.

Basic Miles/km:
50,000.

Drivetrain Years:
4.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
50,000.

Corrosion Years:
12.

Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Roadside Assistance Years:
4.

Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
Unlimited

Basic Years:
4.

Basic Miles/km:
50,000

Recall

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
16V376000.

Mfg's Report Date:
MAY 27, 2016.

Component:
AIR BAGS.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
8,381.

Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VW) is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 Audi A4, A5, and Q5 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the air bag control units may corrode and fail..

Consequence:
If the air bag control unit fails, the air bags may not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury..

Remedy:
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control unit, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69O1..

Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
16V079000.

Mfg's Report Date:
FEB 10, 2016.

Component:
AIR BAGS.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
151,786.

Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain model year 2006 Volkswagen Passat sedans and wagons, 2005-2013 Audi A3, and 2006-2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture..

Consequence:
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death..

Remedy:
Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflators, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834..

Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
17V032000.

Mfg's Report Date:
January 11, 2017.

Component:
AIR BAGS.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
33,421.

Summary:
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is calling certain 2009 Audi A4 Cabriolet, S4 Cabriolet, A6 Avant, A6 Sedan and S6 Sedan vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless included in "Zone B" above, Volkswagen is recalling certain 2005-2008 Audi A4 Avant, A4 Sedan, A6 Sedan, S4 Avant and S4 Sedan vehicles, 2007-2008 A4 Cabriolet, RS4 Sedan, S4 Cabriolet and S6 Sedan vehicles, and 2006-2008 A6 Avant and 2008 RS4 Cabriolet vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. These vehic....

Consequence:
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death..

Remedy:
Audi will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in February 2017. Owners may contact Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834..

Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
11V406000.

Mfg's Report Date:
AUG 05, 2011.

Component:
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
763.

Summary:
MASERATI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 GRANTURISMO AND QUATTROPORTE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 3, 2008, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2008. THE REAR SUSPENSION LEFT-SIDE AND RIGHT-SIDE WHEEL ALIGNMENT TOE-IN TIE- RODS MAY FAIL DUE TO INCORRECT MACHINING..

Consequence:
A FAILED TIE-ROD COULD LEAD TO A LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH..

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED TIE-RODS, INSTALL A TIE-ROD KIT AND PERFORM A WHEEL ALIGNMENT, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING SEPTEMBER 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MASERATI AT 1-201-816-2600..

Notes:
MASERATI'S SAFETY RECALL NUMBER IS 196. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .

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