Mar 7, 2012

Audi came well prepared at Geneva Motor Show 2012. The Ingolstadt brand exposed the new 2012 Audi A6 Allroad quattro and the new generation 2012 Audi A3. Its athletes are also here, and everybody wants to see the 2012 Audi RS4 Avant, 2012 Audi TT-RS Plus Coupe and the Roadster. The main attraction of the Audi stand was undoubtedly the new 2012 Audi A3, the compact car designed to “fight” BMW 1 Series and Mercedes A-Class. Geneva Motor Show 2012 Live – Audi stand: photo gallery Geneva Motor Show 2012 Live: 2012 Audi A3 and 2012 Audi A6 Allroad quattro The new Audi A3 doesn’t bring a revolutionary or spectacular front design, adopting just a new face, reminiscent of the Audi family from recent years. Still, we are seeing a new rear bumper, and especially, new technical solutions that...

Feb 21, 2012

The Germans has revealed today the facelift operated on RS5 – 2012 Audi RS5. The performance coupe received the appearance of A4 and A5, together with a series of important revisions. The facelift applied by Audi on A4 and A5 will also reflect on the already famous three-door performance derivative. The 2012 Audi RS5 model is subject to the same “plastic surgery”, the front is now dominated by a hexagonal grid and also the restyled headlights, with LED lights. The taillights and rear spoiler have also been retouched. 2012 Audi RS5 photo gallery 2012 Audi RS5 Engine The 2012 Audi RS5 Facelift doesn’t change under the hood, where the Germans remain faithful to the 4.2-liter FSI V8 unit, capable of delivering 450 horsepower (456 PS, 336 kW) at 8250 rpm and 430 Nm (317 lb/ft) between 4000 and 6000 rpm. Through these resources, the Coupe accelerates from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 4.5 seconds and can reach a top speed limited electronically to 155 mph (250 km/h). On request the device may be removed and the 2012 Audi RS5 guarantees...

Jan 20, 2012

Audi released the first official pictures and information of the new generation Allroad, the 2012 Audi A6 Allroad Quattro. Based again on the A6 Avant, the new Allroad comes with a gasoline engine, three diesels and pneumatic suspension. While the automotive press still discuss the Detroit Auto Show 2012 – the largest motor show from the beginning of the year, Audi decided to steal public’s interest with a new premiere. The manufacturer from Ingolstadt expands the A6 model’s range with a new derivative, the already known A6 Allroad, a success for previous generations. 2012 Audi A6 Allroad photo gallery 2012 Audi A6 Allroad Engine On the European market, the 2012 Audi A6 Allroad will be available with four engines, three diesels and a TFSI petrol engine. The gasoline engine, a 3.0-liter V6 develops 310 horsepower (314 PS / 231 kW) and 440 Nm (324 lb/ft), resources that allow the off-road/station wagon to reach 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 5.9 seconds. Given that the mass decreased by 70 kg (154 lbs) compared to the old generation, the...

Jan 11, 2012

Audi Q3 Vail Concept was officially presented at Detroit Auto Show 2012 (North American International Auto Show – NAIAS 2012). The SUV concept is designed for the winter sports enthusiasts. Audi Q3 came to America and was presented at the Detroit Auto Show 2012 as a concept dedicated to winter sports fans. Audi Q3 Concept Vail – the name being inspired by a famous Alpine resort in Colorado. The Americans are already familiar with the big brothers in the Q range: Q5 and Q7. Now Audi wants to test the American public’s reaction to the smallest SUV in range. Audi Q3 Vail Concept photo gallery – Detroit Auto Show 2012 Live Audi Q3 Vail Concept Engine Audi Q3 Concept Vail is animated by a five-cylinder 2.5 liter TFSI engine of 341 HP (254.2 Kw / 345.7 PS) and 295 lb/ft (400 Nm). The transmission is ensured by an S Tronic seven-speed automatic gearbox. The 341 HP are enough for a top speed of 163 mph (262 km/h) and the acceleration from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/ h) is made in 5.5 seconds. Audi Q3 Vail Concept Design Audi Q3 Concept Vail...

Dec 22, 2011

Audi A1 quattro will be produced in a limited edition, which develops 256 HP. The model will be built in 333 units. Audi has officially confirmed the entry into production of the new A1 quattro. The 2012 Audi A1 quattro will be built in a limited series production of 333 units, all painted in metallic White Glacier. The inspiration behind this model comes from Audi A1 Clubsport quattro concept presented at Worthersee 2011. Audi A1 quattro photo gallery Audi A1 quattro Engine Audi has equipped this model with the four-wheel drive system from S3, also with its engine and transmission. The 2.0-liter TFSI turbo engine develops 256 HP (259.5 PS, 200 Kw) and 350 Nm (258 lb/ft) and it is mated to a six-speed manual transmission. Audi A1 quattro can reach a top speed of 245 km/h (152 mph) and accelerates from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.7 seconds. The model will debut in the second half of 2012. Audi didn’t reveal additional details yet, but we expect to hear more information most likely before the Geneva Motor Show 2012, where this model could make its...