The 2020 Audi S4 (B9.5) is the master of understatement. Origin: Germany (Ingolstadt). First Generation: 1991 (C4). Current Generation: B9 Facelift (Production ending 2024). The 2020 update brought sharper LED lights and a massive touchscreen. Crucially for Kenyan buyers: while Europe switched to a Diesel (TDI) engine, Japan and Global markets kept the 3.0L Petrol V6 (TFSI). This review focuses on the Petrol version, which is the preferred choice for Kenya due to cleaner fuel requirements.

For Kenya, stick to the Petrol:

• 3.0L V6 TFSI (Petrol): 349 HP / 500 Nm. RECOMMENDED Found in Japan/Singapore imports. It uses a single twin-scroll turbo. It is quieter, smoother, and happier on Kenyan fuel than the Euro-spec TDI diesel.
• 3.0L V6 TDI (Diesel): 347 HP / 700 Nm. Found in UK imports. Massive torque, but the DPF/AdBlue systems dislike high-sulphur diesel and short trips.

• MMI Touch: The 2020 facelift replaced the click-wheel with a 10.1-inch touchscreen. It is faster and sharper, though some miss the physical wheel.
• Sport Seats: Diamond-stitched S sport seats with massage function are often standard. Rear space is decent for two adults, and the boot (480 Litres) fits golf clubs easily.

• Consumption: 9–11 km/l (Petrol). Not amazing, but fair for 350HP. The 8-speed Tiptronic (ZF) cruises at low RPM.
• Service: Audi service is specialized. The 3.0 TFSI is reliable, but the water pump and thermostat housing are known weak points to watch after 80,000km. Parts are available via specialist stockists in Nairobi.

Quattro Grip: The AWD system splits power 40:60 (rear bias) standard, providing immense grip in the rain. 130mm clearance is standard sedan territory—be careful on speed bumps. It is a highway missile, perfect for the Nairobi-Nakuru run.

The following prices represent the cost of buying a 2020 Audi S4 (B9.5 Facelift) in Kenya. These prices reflect showroom asking prices in major towns including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret.

Who is this for? The executive who wants a fast car that flies under the radar. To the untrained eye, it is just an A4. Who is it NOT for? Those who want attention—it is visually very subtle.