After two years, Audi will introduce the market a new generation of model A2, reported magazine Autocar, quoting their own sources from the German company. According to preliminary information, the vehicle is not aluminum, like its predecessor, but will be steel. From Autocar say that they are already working on the design of the new Audi A2, assuming that the appearance of the model will be similar to that of his predecessor, and its dimensions are not much larger than those for A1. Most likely, Audi A2 will be offered the same set of four petrol and diesel as A1. It is also possible to obtain a fully electric version is also available with the advent of the model. Note that the old Audi A2 was discontinued in 2005. Because of high production costs and low interest model. For six years it had sold just over 175,000 units. Really the cvar will be quite attractive, because of the style and strong engine, which are making this beauty among the most wanted cars on the market.
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The first thing you associate the German tuning company MTM is its legendary car BIMOTO, based on the older generation of the Audi TT and has two 1.8-liter engine with a total capacity 1 020 h.p. Secretly hoping that the Germans and is currently developing a similar machine that can surpass its predecessor, but now they do not give indications of such a thing. Meanwhile, however, placed some of MTM and other extreme package, making the Audi model into a real beast. Latest proposal from the German tuners for Audi RS6, the package includes light cosmetic changes consisting of new front lip, rear diffuser, tint and color wheels in racing style. In addition, specialists are equipped vehicles with adjustable suspension and the interior is an integrated safety cage and fitted seat belts and six-point Recaro, made of carbon fiber. The most exciting in the so-called Audi RS6 Clubsport However, its 5.0-liter engine, whose power is increased to 720 h.p. through optimized ECU, new exhaust system and a sports air filter.
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The most anticipated premiere at the Leipzig Motor Show, which opens its doors to visitors on April 10, there is no doubt that the renewed Audi TT, which the German company has already spread official photos and information. During the facelift undergone both versions of the model – TT Coupe and TT Roadster, which received minor cosmetic changes as well as bumpers, lights, rear diffuser, center console and steering wheel and upgraded engines. The model has become a 20 mm. longer than its predecessor, the length is 4187 mm. It will now be available in addition to these colors and gray and Oolong Gray Dakota Gray, red and blue Volcano Red Scuba Blue. Just do TTS has received a completely new grille. For engines that are optimized in terms of energy efficiency, the most interesting is the new 2.0 TFSI, delivering power 211 h.p. and a maximum torque of 350 Nm. He will inherit this case, in which indicators were 200 h.p. and 281 Nm. Audi TT 2.0 TFSI accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h for 6.1 sec and a speed of 245 km/h, while average fuel consumption is just 6.6l/100km. This modification will be available with S-tronic gearbox with double clutch and drive Quattro, in which case the acceleration to 100 km/h for only 5.6 sec.
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One of the things Audi sets the most during the last ten years are definitely engines. The company constantly improves its units, seeking to increase their efficiency and to reduce their consumption of fuel. The sequential model in which the Germans introduced three new V6 engine has been upgraded Q7, furthermore, the car was new and had obtained 8-stage automatic gearbox of Audi, tossed fuel consumption by around 5%. The new 3.0 TDI diesel engine boasts a 20 kg. less weight than its predecessor, and its maximum power and torque are unchanged accordingly 240 h.p. and 550 Nm, but the latter is also available in 1 750 rev/min. It already Q7 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h for 7.9 sec and spends an average of 7.4l/100km. This engine will be a “Clean Diesel” version, matching the standard Euro6, but its torque is available in the range 2000-2 250 rev/min. These modifications 3.6 FSI and 4.2 FSI is replaced by a 3.0 FSI and the 3.0 TFSI, as in both versions is the aggregate 3.0-liter V6. The first is a power 272 h.p. and a maximum torque of 400 Nm., while the turbocharged version of these characteristics are increased respectively to 333 h.p. and 440 Nm in the range 2900-5 300 rev/min. Q7 3.0 FSI accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h for 7.9 sec and a top speed of 222 km/h in a 3.0 TFSI 6.9sek dynamic indicators. and 243 km/h.
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By Audi revealed pictures and details of the long version of the new luxury sedan A8, which has received more richly equipment than its predecessor and is longer and wider than its direct competitors. The length of the Audi A8 L is 5267 mm. Which has a 130 mm more than the short version of the model. The height does is just 2mm more (1462 mm) while the width remained unchanged (1949 mm) and the wheelbase has increased to 3122 mm. Differences in appearance between the short and long rides take place in the new grille and exhaust system ends in the second. Quite normal major winners from the greater area are rear passengers, the model can be ordered as three seats in the rear, and only two. In the second case between the two chairs and a refrigerator multi-functional console from which even pop up a small table. In the version with two separate rear seats there is another interesting feature – the ability to front passenger seat moves forward and most of it falls to a special stand legs, allowing the passenger behind her to relax while traveling. The list of extras is quite long, with almost no junk which may not be available as an option.
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Less than a year, the German tuner Senner presented his athletic program for Audi A5, but now experts have prepared a complete and hot S5, which is called a loud name White Beast (White beast). The standard 4.2-liter V8 of the Audi S5 is received only 30 additional horsepower, which has increased its power to 378 h.p. and the maximum torque is increased to 475 Nm. Because of this, the vehicle can develop a maximum speed of 285 km/h. Audi S5 White Beast is equipped with a new sports suspension and knocked the car with 40 mm. front and 35 mm rear, and 21-inch wheels Work Varianza T1S, produced specifically for Senner. “White Beast” can also boast a new bodykit consisting of front and rear spoiler, grille and diffuser. Ideal finish the look and add new tips of the exhaust system of stainless steel.
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After BMW and Mercedes have introduced hybrid versions of its luxury 7-Series models and S-Class, it is quite normal from Audi to do the same with its sedan A8, although slightly delayed. On the ongoing Geneva Motor Show, Audi showed conceptual A8 Hybrid, however, whose production version will appear in the European market until the end of 2011. Hybrid vehicle system consists of a 2.0 TFSI petrol engine with a power 211 h.p. and a maximum torque of 350Nm. and compact electric generating 45 h.p. and 211 Nm. When working together, the two units provide a combined capacity of 245 h.p. and 480 Nm of torque. Audi’s report that conceptual A8 Hybrid accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h for 7.6 sec and developed 235 km/h while its average fuel consumption is 6.2l/100km. and emitted CO2 emissions – 144 gr/km. The car can move in and fully electric mode for 2 km. At up to 65 km/h operate both units, where the speedometer passes this limit, the car is driven only by this internal combustion engine, a The motor serves to maintain the electronics.
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With the approach of the Geneva Motor Show fans of sports car brand Audi have become increasingly impatient, as it will consist of hot debut RS5. Expectation of them, however, ended as the internet appears brochure of the model with excellent picture quality. For the moment, the Audi does not reveal absolutely no information about the RS5, but the brochure makes it clear that customers will be able to choose between a seven-speed automatic transmission with double clutch and six-speed manual gearbox and the seats can be of three types. As for the engine Audi RS5, he was shrouded in complete mystery, as other publications have speculated that the model will use units of RS6 and improved version of that of S4, but it is in the tunings and is not excluded that the German company to surprise us with completely new engine.
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After long waiting and numerous photos and teaser videos, Audi has finally revealed all about 3-door version of the newest model in its product range, A1, which is the smallest. At a later stage and the company will introduce its five-door version. World premiere of the Audi A1 will be held on the upcoming Geneva Motor Show in March, while sales in Europe will start a month later. The price of pipsqueak will start from around 16 000 euro, the company guarantees that it will meet the highest standard and the other models, although in the compact class. Audi A1 share a common platform with the Volkswagen Polo and Skoda Fabia, in which, however, minor changes were made. Dimensions of the car are 3 950 mm length, 1 740 mm wide and 1420 mm height and the distance between the two axes is 2 470 mm. The volume of baggage is 267l. But the rear seats folded, it aims to increase 920l. This compact model features a four turbine engines, which have direct fuel injection and the start / stop system. When all is transmitted to drive the front wheels, and is not currently provided for the introduction of the system Quattro.
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By Audi confirmed that the new concept of e-Tron, out now in Detroit, will have a serial version, which will most likely be called R4, in addition, the vehicle will be used as a basis for future models of the VW Group. Also showed that “electrical” Audi plans are not limited to sports cars of the brand. E-Tron designation will be used for conceptual development, and based on other models, among which will surely have A1 and A8. R4 production is expected to be available in 2012. and yet again have electric modification. Besides, the model will also be offered with turbo-agents with working volumes of 2.0 and 2.5 liters. The e-Tron Detroit is greater dimensions than those of TT and less than a R8, but it implies that the price of the serial version will be lower than that of TT, while speculating about EUR 30 000. Also showed that the production model will have metal panels on the body, rather than carbon, such as in the concept.
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