• Striking exterior design enhancements create real street presence
• Best-in-class interior and cutting-edge tech consistent across the range
• Upgraded Audi S models bring exceptional value, with up to $9,000 of additional equipment

Zetland, October 29, 2019 – Audi Australia is raising the bar, announcing more value across its highly regarded S model performance vehicle range, with significant equipment upgrades.

The upgrades across the Audi S3, S4 and S5 models deliver an even more compelling offer across their segments, with innovative technology and bolder design elements now coming standard across the range.

"The Australian affinity for high-performance vehicles is stronger than ever," said Shawn Ticehurst, Product Planning and Pricing Director at Audi Australia.

"We've used insights from our customers to create an even stronger S model line-up that highlights the sleek exterior of these vehicles, while carrying through on that promise with beautiful interiors that are now packed with even more innovative technology.

"This is consistent with our recent SQ5 and TTS upgrades, and signifies how serious we are about defining an even more successful territory for the Audi S model range."

Highlights of standard features that are now aligned across the S3, S4 and S5 range include exterior enhancements like large Audi Sport alloy wheels in dynamic designs metallic paint finish. Interior highlights include S sports front seats in fine Nappa leather upholstery, Audi phone box light wireless smartphone charging, high-end Bang & Olufsen surround sound systems, as well as driver assistance systems like Audi active lane assist and adaptive cruise control with Stop&Go function.

Individually, the Audi S3 now boasts exceptional value, with almost $9000 in upgraded equipment, at no additional cost. Its slick design is now complemented by larger 19-inch Audi Sport alloy wheels, metallic paint and red brake calipers. Inside, the S3 gains S sports seats in fine Nappa leather and auto-folding mirrors with kerb view. Additional technology highlights include the Bang & Olufsen surround sound system, Audi phone box light wireless smartphone charging and Audi magnetic ride. Audi active lane assist, high-beam assist and Adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go join the list of standard safety systems.

The Audi S4 gains metallic paint, as well as S sports seats with fine Nappa leather upholstery (with pneumatic lumbar support and massage function) and the extended upholstery package. Additional technology items include the Head-up display, Audi phone box light with wireless smartphone charging, Bang & Olufsen 3D surround sound system and 2x rear USB charging points.

The Audi S5 now features a bolder exterior design aesthetic with larger 20-inch Audi Sport wheels and metallic paint. Inside, the S5 models also gain also the Head-up display and Bang & Olufsen 3D surround sound system.

As with all Audi vehicles, the S model range is available with pre-paid service plans. The S3 plan costs $1,850 or $2,380 for three or five years respectively, while for the same timeframes, the S4/S5 models cost $1,920 or $2,930.The upgraded Audi S model range is available in showrooms now.

(*Manufacturer List Pricing [MLP] – excludes dealer delivery and government statutory charges)

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