Saturday, December 19, 2009
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Audi e-tron
The electrifying blazing red paint of the Audi e-tron at the Frankfurt Motor Show preceded the e-tron at the LA Auto Show, already sending excitement to the show-goers. But when the Audi e-tron showed up at the auto show in orange, all excitement fizzled.
Color aside, the Audi e-tron is no doubt a high-performance sports car with a purely electric drive system. Four motors, each with a self-cooling system drive the wheels. Two motors each are placed at the front and rear axles, making the concept car a true quattro. Producing 230 kW (313 hp) and 4,500 Nm (3,319.03 lb-ft) of torque, the two-seater accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (0 – 62.14 mph) in 4.8 seconds, and from 60 to 120 km/h (
2010 ABT Audi A5 Sportback
As comfortable as a limousine, elegant as a coupé and almost as practical as an Avant - these are the strengths of the new Audi A5 Sportback. A fourth advantage is added with ABT Sportsline: as dynamic as a true sports car. These special features combine to become a harmonious, surprisingly agile entity that bears the name AS5 Sportback. "With a clear emphasis on the word Sport", remarks Christian Abt, the managing director responsible for the technical issues of the world's largest customiser of vehicles from the Volkswagen group. The famous motor sportsman has geared output and bodywork components such as ABT springs and ABT sport coilovers to the many requirements of the Sportback concept and its owners. The result offers driving fun without compromises, but also the full road capability of a car ideal for long distances.
The ABT AS5 Sportback is of course a superior vehicle in any situation. The optimized engines makes sure of this. In particular, the mighty 3.0 TDI stands out due to its superior power without costing you a fortune in fuel costs. With ABT POWER, the mass-produced 240 PS (176 kW) become 282 PS (207 kW). With ABT POWER S, even 310 PS (228 kW). That's enough to catapult the stylish, practical coupé from a standing position from zero to 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds. 610 Nm torque provide powerful acceleration and dynamic forward thrust. The AS5 Sportback also becomes a true Allgäu athlete with the 2.0 TFSI, which has an output of a proud 275 PS (202 kW) due to ABT POWER instead of 180 PS (132 kW). Consistent with the enormous potential of the fast vehicle, the customiser offers the ABT braking system with a 345 mm disk diameter, or the powerful ABT sports braking system. A tremendous 380 mm disk diameter and eight piston callipers provide optimal deceleration values.
In order for the versatile athlete to show its origins, the ABT team has given the latest addition to the AS5 family very elegant bodywork elements: front apron, front grille, wing inserts and the rear spoiler set allow the coupé to appear even more powerful from every angle. The rear view with the typical 4-pipe end silencer, which powerfully integrates itself into the rear spoiler, becomes one with the "big mouth" of the Sportback. The ABT AR or BR wheels in sizes 18 to 20 inches round off the appearance of the AS5 Sportback. Self-confidence and fast - that's how the newest ABT Sportsline creation looks, even when it's not moving. And that's exactly how it drives on the road.
The new ABT AS5 Sportback – data and facts
ABT ENGINE TECHNOLOGY
Engine: 2.0 TFSI, 1998 ccm cubic capacity
Performance tuning: ABT POWER
Performance: 275 HP/202 kW (standard: 180 HP/132 kW)
Torque: 320 Nm
Engine: 3.0 TDI, 2967 ccm cubic capacity
Performance tuning: ABT POWER
Performance 282 HP/207 kW (standard: 240 HP/176 kW)
Torque: 560 Nm
Engine: 3.0 TDI, 2967 ccm cubic capacity
Performance tuning: ABT POWER S
Performance 310 HP/228 kW (standard: 240 HP/176 kW)
Torque: 610 Nm
ABT AERODYNAMICS
ABT front skirt
ABT front grill
ABT rear wing insets
ABT rear skirt set
ABT WHEEL TECHNOLOGY
ABT AR and BR; 18 – 20 inches; diamond-cut, high-gloss polished or painted;
Available also as complete set of wheels with sports tires.
ABT EXHAUST TECHNOLOGY
ABT 4-Pipe rear muffler
ABT SUSPENSION TECHNOLOGY
ABT suspension system
ABT springs
ABT BRAKES
ABT sports braking system, brake discs 380 mm
ABT braking system, brake discs 345 mm
Friday, November 27, 2009
Audi's A game
2010 Audi S4: AJAC has named it the Best New Sports/Performance Car over $50,000 for 2010 Audi
The brand's first 100 years were filled with booms and busts, big egos and bitter rivalries that turned into alliances. Today, Audi has an expanded lineup and more growth is planned
2011 Audi A1: new details revealed
Audi A1 Sportback Concept
Although previous reports pointed that the launch of the Audi A1 will be this autumn
it appears that the German manufacturer will launch its new hatchback next year at the Geneva Motor Show, says Car Magazine.
The A1 will be the first rival for the Mini Cooper developed by Audi and according to Peter Schwarzenbauer, Audi AG board member for sales and marketing, the upcoming car will look almost exactly like the A1 concepts (the Metroproject Quattro and A1 Sportback - shown in the photo gallery). The first version which will be built by Audi will be the three-door version but our sources point at a five-door A1 Sportback, an A1-based SUV to take on the upcoming Mini Crossover and a convertible.
Audi A1 Sportback Concept
Audi Metroproject Concept
Audi e-tron Headed For Production
Today, proving our assumptions right and themselves totally incapable of convincingly playing coy, Audi has finally dispensed with the subterfuge and officially confirmed that the Audi e-tron concept is slated for production.
Initially unveiled last month at the Frankfurt Motor Show, no hints were given about the e-tron concept’s production potential until a few weeks after its debut when Audi introduced the Vertical Run video game for PS3, featuring the e-tron concept on center stage. When explaining the motivation behind the game, Audi marketing directors stressed the importance of reaching out to the new, digital generation, which would have been largely a waste of money had Audi intended to keep the e-tron in the concept garage but will ultimately prove to be a very strategic move. According to Audi of America president Johan de Nysschen, a completely production-ready model of the e-tron won’t be ready until at least 2012 but “running samples” could hit showrooms as early as 2011.
Judging by the amount of energy Audi has devoted to promoting the e-tron in its current form, its likely the production version will differ very little from the concept. If such is the case, the 2012 Audi e-tron will bear a heavy resemblance to the R8 but, like the concept, will only measure just slightly larger than the TT. Power will be source to four electric motors and a lithium ion battery back that together will crank out power roughly equivalent to 313-horsepower and a rubber-burning 3,319 lb-ft of torque.
Given its supercar specs and the fact that EV technology still doesn’t come cheap, don’t expect the e-tron to offer up the poor man’s version of the Tesla Roadster. Prices will likely fall in the 6-figure range and barring any extraordinary developments in the lithium ion battery industry, initial production quantities will likely be very limited.
Audi A1
In direct contrast to the reports published in February, it now appears as those Audi has given the compact A1’s North American debut the green light. Initially, Audi expressed doubts over the success of a mini-sized car with a full-sized price tag, but a rather dramatic shift in the market has apparently quelled those fears. Now, sources are claiming that the Audi A1 will be washing up on U.S. shores as early as 2011, just in time to take on both an expanding MINI Cooper line and its sister, the impending BMW 0 Series.
Accordingly, the A1 will be offered in both 3- and 5-door body styles, with an A1 SUV rumored as a possible later entrant to compete with the MINI Crossover. Specifics regarding the powertrain are also similarly sparse but if the MINI is indeed the A1’s target we expect power to be comparable.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
2010 Audi Q7
The Audi Q7 gets a midcycle freshening, with modest enhancements inside and out, for model-year 2010. The large crossover will officially debut next week at the 2009 Shanghai Auto Show.
The exterior styling changes are minimal: redesigned grille and bumpers, LED turn signals and daytime running lights, four new paint colors and new 18-inch alloy wheels. An optional aluminum exterior package includes chrome bars in the bumpers and door moldings, as well as body-color lower bumpers and contrasting-color front apron and diffuser.
The Q7 3.0 TDI will continue for model-year 2010. In the U.S. market, Audi also will still offer two gasoline engines, the 276-horsepower 3.6 FSI V6 and the 345-hp 4.2 FSI V8, in the 2010 Q7, which goes on sale in October.
Audi R8 GT3
What would you want more from Audi R8? Audi R8 by itself is an awesome car with 420 HP and V8 FSI Engine. Recently, Audi announced that it would be coming up with the race car version of its supercar Audi R8 and named it as Audi R8 GT3. The Audi R8 GT3 will be available in the market beginning autumn 2009. The Audi R8 GT3 is the GT3 version of Audi R8 and features a 6-speed sequential gear box and has a 500 horses power. Check out the high res pics and more details after the jump.
Sunday, November 8, 2009
2009 Audi TTS Roadster White
The Audi TTS is the top of the TT model line. Under its hood lies a two-liter TFSI high-performance engine delivering a mighty 265 hp.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
2009 Audi R8 GT3
What would you want more from Audi R8? Audi R8 by itself is an awesome car with 420 HP and V8 FSI Engine. Recently, 
2009 Audi A4
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Audi A8 Gets a Few Updates
For the 2008 model year Audi has updated many components of its flagship sedan, although you probably won't notice most of them. First the A8 is going to be offered with the 2.8L FSI six-cylinder engine (Europe) that will put out 210 hp and achieve 28mpg.
The revised A8 also receives a revised air suspension and more direct steering. Audi is also working on an alert system that will alert drivers when another vehicle is in their blind spots and if the driver starts to drift in an out of the lanes on a freeway.
Styling has been slightly updated on the 08' version. The single-frame grille has been updated, turn signals have been added to the mirrors and the taillights have been revised
Audi A8 2010
Audi R8
Audi A8
Audi A8
2010 Audi A8The current generation Audi A8 or otherwise coded the D3 has been with us since 2003. Only receiving a few minimal facelifts, it’s rivals, the Mercedes S-Class, Lexus LS, BMW 7-Series and everything that falls within the same category have all but moved on past facelifts and onto new models already. That’s a fact but the truth is, the design will have to stay on for at least another two years as the next generation ‘D4′ A8 isn’t due to arrive until 2010. A prototype has been spotted undergoing cold weather testing while hidden under the current D3 body. The first give away was that it was odd to see an almost obsolete model undergoing testing at such a late stage in its life cycle, and that it needed extended fender flares, a stretched wheelbase and wider track, what other visual cues could a trained eye need?
2010 Audi A8The A8 will use an extended version of the modular platform used in the A4 but predictably will be built using more exclusive and exotic materials such as aluminum and magnesium to save weight and improve dynamics. The engine line up will very likely be the same as the current range, starting with the 2.8 liter petrol onto the middle class 4.2 liter V8 FSI and Audi’s all new 6 liter V12 TDI to top the segment.
2010 Audi A8There will also be other units depending on country and demand and this will include superchagred units as well as an increased application of Audi’s latest valve-lift system. Those passionate about motor engineering might not be too happy but Audi’s 6 liter W12 engine is reportedly being phased out due to its high costs and emissions. Expect the base model to retain its FWD layout but All-Wheel-Drive variants will feature later on with Audi’s latest Quattro torque vectoring systems, which distribute drive individually between each axle and between the rear wheels for improved traction and stability.
Audi A8
Even with just the unofficial photos, people have already begun to express their rants and raves for the recent unit. Some like it. Some don’t. The alleged additional four inches to the car’s body has mixed reviews so far. Some find it necessary to have enough space for the diesel V12. Others just don’t like the look when it’s four inches wider.
Have we really found the 2010 Audi A8? As far as the company’s concerned, these are yet to become official.
Friday, October 23, 2009
2010 Audi S4
2010 Audi S4
2010 sedan Audi S4 displays a style that resembles the last generation A4 and Motor Trend guests love the lines of fresh in this model with the fourth. All small cosmetic changes were made, and noted that Road & Track thin grille and rear emblems simple practical system S4 … just a visual warning system S4 can be distinguished. In the back, bright eyes Observers will note also the quad-treatment, although a total of Automobile Magazine agrees that the Audi S4 sees windfall underestimated. The only thing that will turn heads, but the process is of the projector will feature Audi LED daytime running lights, the evaluators Cars.com says very well attract the attention of drivers in the next reverse. Unlike the European version of the S4, reported in two body styles, Cars.com, which is the 2010 Audi S4 to be offered only in sedan and Avant is a car.
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