The Audi RS4 has been declared the 2007 World High Performance Car at the New York International Motor Show.
A panel of leading automotive journalists picked the Audi from a list of 17 contenders.
According to the Midway Group, which organises the awards, the candidates for the World Performance Car award must demonstrate a specific and overt sports or performance orientation, have a production run of at least 1,000 vehicles a year and excel in other areas as well.
In a statement Midway said the panel "loved the RS4, which is the virtual definition of a sports sedan".
It explained what drew them to the car: "With its quattro all-wheel-drive system it puts its 420 high-tech horsepower to the ground with confidence, and it can be tossed around an obstacle course with abandon.
"The Audi build quality is beyond reproach and for all its high-performance capability, the RS4 can be absolutely docile when that is what is called for, making it a true dual-purpose car, suitable for everyday family use as well as track days. The very best part, however, is the wonderful roar it emits when you put your right foot down."
The top three contenders for the third annual World Performance Car in addition to the Audi RS4 were the BMW 335i and the Porsche 911 Turbo.
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