AUDI S4 TDI AMSTERDAM ROAD TRIP + ECONOMY TEST

[@drewwagar]

Interesting comparison. We did that trip a couple of months ago in our old A4 B7 TDI Estate (2.0 Avant with 170 bhp) and we averaged just over 50 mpg. I can't wait to get one of these S4s... almost the same mpg as my current wagon, but soooo much faster! :) 70 mph in our car is 2k rpms in 6th.

[@peterclark8327]

Great video as always. MPG was outstanding for the S4, puts my Ateca 1.6tdi to shame although admittedly I haven't taken it on a long run in a while. I liked the detail as well re location, Irish Ferries and the hotel. Keep up with the fantastic content.

[@danielrussell446]

Hi Andrew and Kate a great video as ever and looks like you have both had a great time I would love to visit Amsterdam sometime I’ve done Maastricht and valkenburg and loved them and also Rotterdam and all interesting places looks like the Audi transported you both well and with great economy! Definitely a great way to travel must try the ferries again have been on euro tunnel in recent times but was always something about getting the ferry Not sure if you were aware if you staying near Dover the white cliffs are national trust and it’s great to see them and some lovely walks we’ve done it when holidaying in the area all the best to you both Daniel

[@agrrocco]

I’m really enjoying these roadtrip videos so I was glad when you mentioned more will be coming!

[@richiegsimpson]

Love these car / travel vlog uploads Andrew. Keep them coming. Given me a few ideas for a few summer excursions to the continent with the family in our 23 A4 Avant 40tfsi Black Edition. Don't think we will achieve anything near the S4's mpg though. 😃

[@volkswizard]

Hey Richie, thanks for your support. I’m sure a steady cruise in Europe will get your petrol A4 pretty close, especially as someone got 39.8 mpg out of an RS4 (in another comment) !

[@beatles4sale2007]

As an 2021 SQ5 diesel owner, best I have got is 45 ish, but usually get 40 even with spirited driving….

[@Jobbo73]

I have a 2023 S6 Avant and just this week achieved a best commute (just over 40 miles) of 58.5mpg. I’ve seen over 50mpg regularly and long term average is about 45. I know there was some sort of update to the engine in around 2022 but don’t know if that’s what made the difference. It’s incredible for a 2-tonne estate car with this performance. My usual cruising speed is 75mph on the motorway, rather than trying to be madly frugal. But I do use the predictive cruise control most of the time.

[@polopowered]

I really enjoyed this, thank you. What a car. I would struggle to do better mpg out of my Toyota Corolla Touring Sports Hybrid.

[@tonyosullivan2382]

Really love these roadtrip type videos with with yourself Mrs wizard😁 brilliant watch 👌🤙

[@AUDIDOIT]

Hope you had a great time guys, always lovely to see Kate with you. S4 is the perfect touring vehicle. Great parking facilities, always great for us petrol heads.

[@derekp1984]

Loving the road trip videos. Keep up the great work.

[@volkswizard]

Thanks Derek, they seem to have a small but appreciative audience so I will keep them coming 👍👍👍

[@chrisml91]

Would have saved a fortune with Ryanair 😂

[@jimmymcgoo8641]

Yeah can't think of anything worse driving to Amsterdam 😂

[@Tristanbirdyt]

I have thoroughly enjoyed this video. The MPG is incredible. Thank you so much and I thoroughly enjoyed the D-Day bit I could not agree more Thank you Fanatic Video!

[@julianpalmer4674]

I have an RS4 on an 18 plate, on a good run (ambient temperature dependant) i have got 39.8MPG so 50MPG from your S4 should be easy.

[@volkswizard]

That's impressive for that car especially without the mild hybrid system of the S4.

[@Andy-qh9su]

Really enjoying this style of video ! Superb mpg from the S4, certainly on the radar next to replace my TT

[@volkswizard]

Great to hear Andy! These videos do have a limited but enthusiastic audience which means I will keep on making them. I live for road trips and save all year to fund them. Big one coming up soon, destination at present unknown...

[@slikbekrosbief1345]

nice to see you in holland, but you had to stop in friesland next time...😉

[@tonnywhite123]

Cobweb on the rear view mirror was triggering 🤣

[@fatwalletboy2]

Nice trip but £75 just for parking! Think id rather have filled up with £75 worth of fuel and just had a good out n back blat somewhere nice in the UK........

[@volkswizard]

You have to look at the bigger picture, the hotel was cheap and the car park was very secure (you couldn't walk in off the street). A good UK trip is to have a blat in Scotland but I did that last year, I will return but just knocking off all the easy destinations in Europe first. A big difference is that it's generally a lot less frustrating to drive around Europe than anywhere in the UK as anyone who has returned to the UK and driven up the M20 will attest.

[@Birmingham_racing]

I really need to go on a road trip especially weather is getting better

[@davidcapstick3369]

Great watch as always Andrew! I’m travelling to the South of France in 5 weeks time , nothing as flamboyant as your Audi. I’ve recently bought a 1.5 tsi 150 FR Sport , will be interesting to see what MPG I’m able to achieve 😅

[@danielrussell446]

Great motor David I had that engine in a golf 7.5 and 8 and t roc. When we went to Disneyland paris we got 43-45 mpg on the French autoroutes

[@davidcapstick3369]

@@danielrussell446 cheers Daniel , thank you for the info , I’ll be happy to achieve 45 mpg

[@MercSLRFan]

Yet another fantastic video, Andrew

[@polopowered]

Andrew doing travel videos. I like it a lot.

[@rasherbasher8203]

16:24 😂😂 what a place. Love Amsterdam.Was there before Christmas.. amazing place, expensive but amazing.

[@volkswizard]

It's a got a nice vibe about it but those bloody bikes are everywhere! I love cycling but they are a bit of a menace to pedestrians and motorists.

[@daytonamart2789]

Good, informative vlogs these, can you beat a diesel car?

[@matthewspence8338]

Andrew - love this style of video. Really shows the capability and surprising efficiency of the car, whilst showing a different part of the world to boot. Keep up the good work 👍

[@robbieodonnell8]

10 mins into your vid and I am defo buying a S4 next!

[@volkswizard]

got to say Robbie it's been better than expected. They are very popular in Scotland BTW, must be the cannyness up there 😁

[@Birmingham_racing]

Best I got out my 2 litre diesel golf is high 50s on a long motorway run so not a massive difference for a lot more power

[@Lc-vz9cc]

Great video, really informative 👍

[@volkswizard]

Glad you enjoyed it👍🏻👍🏻

[@jonhall6401]

Great roadtrip, love the new format. Keep up the trips 😊

[@willij5149]

Bloody hell that was pricey!!!

[@andym1908]

48.5mpg is pretty good for a such a big diesel engine .

[@volkswizard]

I thought so too, the 6 pot diesels aren’t known for their efficiency

[@chalikuddin5700]

Enjoyed this video

[@p.a7775]

Absolutely love your road trip videos ! Please keep them coming.

[@leeredman8596]

Did you blow the cobwebs off

[@volkswizard]

No. Still on the rear view mirror. It’s all the tip trips I think

[@GreenMeanie76-jp8bp]

Another great trip Andrew. Can I make a plea for you to be a bit less ‘whippy’ with the camera phone - makes me feel queasy but that could be just me. Look forward to more trips.

[@volkswizard]

Thanks Mr. Meanie! I'll watch the video back and see where I can improve on the camera work, every day is a school day after all 😁

[@heathoatmeal]

8.12mins Thank you for 80 years reminder Andrew

[@volkswizard]

🤎

[@Sdwiked]

It’s a port not a harbour 😝

[@MrMr1ish]

Is the efficiency not pretty unimpressive? Doesn't seem worth it for what you lose.

[@volkswizard]

What do you lose? It’s a seriously quick car when you want it to be (same torque as C7 RS6 but lighter) and it does over 50 mpg when you don’t. Plus it’s got a high quality interior the like of which we won’t see in an Audi again, loads of space, classy understated looks. It’s also EURO 6 emissions compliant so no charges in clean air zones any where in Europe, and low Co2 than equivalent petrol so less harmful to environment.

[@MrMr1ish]

@@volkswizard I'm sure it's a lovely wafter, just don't think the efficiency is particularly impressive. You lose the sound and driving experience of a proper petrol engine, there's more to just going 'quick'.

[@rasherbasher8203]

17:57 oh yes! Heineken tastes different😂

[@volkswizard]

👍👍

[@АннаКостина-э6п]

👍🏼

[@willij5149]

Wow how expensive!?!?

[@jonathonbrett-qn1ic]

Beautiful city wonderful car Looks like you had a great time :)

[@KeyBrosUK]

I love a fast diesel but I don’t drive them for economy for me it saps all the fun out of it rather do 20smilespergallon than 45milespergallon

[@andyblake1849]

Beautiful car in beautiful condition

[@volkswizard]

Thanks Andy, it's OK from a distance. Did wax it with Collinite just before leaving, nothing to do with the shiny paint reducing drag and improving mpg 😉

[@kresa22]

You could write L/100km ... For us, other people 😏

[@peetee2028]

This is a great video. Keep them coming! I've always had an interest in the S4 Avant TDI , great 1 car solution for many. How many miles do you get out of a tank of fuel on average ? Thanks.