Audi TT Dragging Its Feet

After a very successful first weekend off, involving cliff jumping and loads of sunshine – we really do feel like resting on our laurels. Now we know that’s not typical for an Audi, and especially one as amazing as this, but as low to the ground as this beauty is, that’s how we are feeling about this Monday. We may have found the only pitfall in having weekends off and we now can fully understand the dreaded day of the week we have managed to circumnavigate for all these years and could certainly use some pointers on how to start the day off right, or at least have the weekend last a little longer! We hope you all had a great weekend and if you snapped any great pics of your Audi’s in the process, pass them along – we’d love to share them!

The 2012 Audi Q5 Hybrid Quattro Review and Pricing

Power like a V6, fuel consumption like a four-cylinder TDI - after three generations of the Audi duo, the Audi Q5 hybrid quattro is the first hybrid model from Audi with two drive systems. Its gasoline engine, a 2.0 TFSI, and its electric motor have a system output 180 kW (245 hp) and 480 Nm (354.03 lb-ft) for sporty dynamics - the mean consumption in the normal cycle (NEDC) is limited to less than 7.0 liters per 100 km (33.60 US mpg).The 2.0 TFSI and the electric motor of the Audi Q5 hybrid are mounted directly behind one another as a parallel hybrid system - a straight-line concept with impressive efficiency. Together they have a system output of 180 kW (245 hp) and a system torque of 480 Nm (354.03 lb-ft). The new top model in the successful Q5 series sprints from 0 to 100 km/h (62.14 miles) in 7.1 seconds, while the interim sprint from 80 to 120 km/h (49.71 to 74.56 mph) is

accomplished in fifth gear in 5.9 seconds. The powerful propulsion ends at no less than 222 km/h (137.94 mph).

Under the bonnet is Audi’s turbocharged and direct-injected 2.0-litre TFSI unit, good for 208bhp and 258lb ft, the latter available from 1500 to 4200rpm. There’s no manual ‘box or dual-clutch transmission, but an eight-speed automatic, with a disk-shaped electric motor in place of the torque converter. The motor itself produces 33kW and 155lb ft, and also acts as a starter motor and a generator. The total output for the system is 241bhp and 354lb ft.

The result is 40.4mpg and sub-160g/km CO2, plus 0-62mph in 7.1 seconds, 138mph flat out. Not gobsmacked? Then remember that this is a car primarily designed for the diesel-despising USA. For comparisons sake, a non-hybrid 2.0 TFSI with an S-tronic transmission (what American will opt for a stick-shift SUV?) manages 7.2sec, 137mph, 32.8mpg and 19

9g/km. And the important figures match or best an auto-equipped 2.0 TDI’s 40.4mpg and 184g/km.

Just because the Audi Q5 Hybrid Quattro starts with a four-cylinder engine doesnt mean its slow. In fact, 0-62 mph takes 7.1 seconds. The nearly 20-gallon fuel tank, Audi notes, means this Q5 has a diesel-like range, though probably not if you are traveling at the vehicles 138-mph top speed.

The 2.0-liter engine weve come to know and love in other Audis is altered for u

se in the Hybrid. The turbo has been retuned and the ECU helps make smooth transitions between operating modes. An eight-speed automatic transmission is part of the package, as is engine start-stop technology. By itself, the electric m

otor makes 45 horsepower and 155 pound-feet of torque. The lithium-ion battery system doesnt have a huge effect on the cargo capacity, Audi says.

Audi A3 Sedan Coming to India at the End of 2013

Audi A3 sedan is one of the most awaited models from Audi.Audi A3 sedan will be the cheapest Audi you can get in India.Audi India is much more aggressive in Launches compared to BMW or Mercedes.When we look at the numbers we can also see that that aggressive formula worked for Audi.Audi A3 sedan is based on Audi A3 hatch back.Which will not come to India.Audi A3 sedan is based on MQV platform from Volkswagen.So we can expect a cross over or even a coupe.Because the Platform is so much flexible.

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Design Language of A3 sedan will be similar to other Audi models.With signature LEDs in the Head Lamps.Length of Audi A3 sedan will be less than A4.But inside their will be good space for the rear and front passengers.Like the other Audi models we can expect MMI system and other cool gadgets.Audi A3 sedan has option of both diesel and petrol engines.Engines will be shared between A3 hatch back.Audi A3 sedan biggest competitor will be Mercedes CLA Which will makes its debut soon.Audi A3 sedan will arrival early.We can expect the Indian launch to be at the end of 2013.

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Audi Q3 2 0 TFSI Launched at RS 27 37 Lakhs

Audi India launched the Q3 2.0 TFSI in India at RS 27.37 Lakhs (Ex-showroom Mumbai).Audi Q3 is one of the most successful model for Audi India.Audi Launched Q3 last year and the volumes keeps increasing.Audi Q3 2.0 TFSI is powered by 2.0 L Turbo charged Petrol engine which makes 211 BHP of power and 300 Nm of torque.This engine is mated to a 7 speed S Tronic Dual clutch transmission.This makes Audi Q3 the most powerful Compact SUV in India.Audi Q3 2.0 TFSI hits 0-100 in 6.9 seconds and the top speed is 230 Kmph.To improve fuel efficiency of Audi Q3 2.0 TFSI comes with start –stop system.Audi Q3 2.0 TFSI returns 11.72 kmpl.

Michael Perschke Head of Audi India said that “We completed the first round of 500 bookings of Audi Q3 within just five days of its market launch in June last year.Never before has any Luxury SUV received such an overwhelming response as the Audi Q3.Iam confident that the addition of this powerful 2.0 TFSI engine will further delight the Audi enthusiast who is constantly looking for more power and an even more exhilarating drive”Audi Q3 is also powered by a 2.0 L TDI engine.Audi Q3 biggest competitor BMW X3 Facelift will arrive tomorrow.Audi India again outsmarted BMW by Launching the Q3 2.0 TFSI ahead of X3 Facelift Launch.