Audi Urban Concept (2011)[Reviews]

This ... is a draft. But it is part of a series of sketches of Concept Audi Urban, a small two-seater electric car in the city of Ingolstadt, which reveals the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2011.

There is room for two seats on the Urban Concept Audi? Or even a space for an electric motor?

There are actually two "E-tron electric motors to provide power, while a number of lithium-ion batteries should provide enough charge to buzz around the major cities throughout the day. There is no word yet if they are in-wheel motors, but probably there is a turn on each axle, and unless these pages as admission override the function, the R8 supercar-alike gills provide the necessary cooling.

Instead of something as trivial as the number of ports, the Urban Concept has a sliding roof that slides back to access and exit the house. The seats are staggered 1 +1 agreement, like the Caparo T1 in which the passenger sits in the driver's right shoulder to right. They are two of the thin-padded seats, and only a skeletal house, with a screen installed in the beam, which is the end.

What do we know?

Audi, a lot of luxury, says that the concept of "messes up the categories of traditional cars - Audi Urban Concept combines elements of a race car, roadster, a fun car and the car one of the city in a radically new concept."

More importantly, it shows that Audi is considering the future of urban mobility - the i3 BMW, Mini and Smart have shown both electric scooter concepts and establishing the Twizy Renault EV tandem seating in sales in 2012.

Urban Concept is not based on an existing car, but Audi uses Ultra lightweight new philosophy to cut all superfluous kilograms - which means a carbon-reinforced plastic (CFRP), the cockpit that integrates into the lower seats. These wheels will add a few pounds of unsprung mass is, however, they are great articles 21In Audi said shroud Tape "flashes" the feature wheel LED lights.

The urban concept of Audi will be released in full at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2011.

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Audi A5 Coupe [Reviews]

Audi A5 model is a refreshing series. Advanced technologies added Sportback, Coupe, Convertible and S5 models, areas of the engine, the quattro drive even greater efficiency and infotainment, athleticism and intelligence. The revised model visually emphasize the technical skills involved in these versions.

Audi A5 models are now well defined than ever. Headlights and tail lights have been restored and is available as optional xenon plus headlights with integrated LED daytime running lights. New colors and materials accentuate the character, and many of the details of an operational concept is developed.

Each of the four TDI diesel and three petrol units, the new group includes a TFSI engine forced induction and direct injection. The new 1.8 TFSI is a series of innovations. Fuel consumption has dropped by 11 percent on average. Start-stop system and recovery system is standard on all configurations of engine and transmission.

Each engine is mated to the powertrain want - and six-speed manual, multitronic S tronic seven-speed, front wheel drive or quattro. When combined with S tronic, quattro drive, use the center of the crown speed differential and torque vectoring, the sport differential is the perfect complement. The chassis is sleeker, with the optional audio system and select the dynamic leadership Audi A5 is the most fun to drive. The electromechanical power steering is new for the new Audi A5 A5 family.The a car is very smart. His driver assistance systems have experienced more intensive development. The range of entertainment options now include Bluetooth car phone line, which offers a range of special services and the Audi A5 is connected to the Internet.

Appearance and body

Since their inception, the models of the family Audi A5 - the Sportback, Coupe and Cabriolet - are impressed by their elegance. The fluid silhouettes, sharp lines and surfaces muscle to make strong statements. Improved cutting-edge products add new accents to the design.

The upper corners of the single-frame grille glossy black are beveled. Sidebars grille and Audi rings appears to be carved. The bumper of the new features of inlets marked with massive support bars reviewed and plate lights. Clearly chiseled edges give the hood of a three-dimensional, moving forward together is even flatter and wider.

The headlights have also been updated. Its lower edge forms a wave, its interior was restructured. Plus xenon headlamps with optional LED daytime running lights are an elaboration of uniform tight closure of the lighthouse. Audi also offers a lighting system with dynamic curve light and running light. The taillights have been redesigned and are available with optional LED light networks. The bumper has a number of details.

Product development has added a millimeter (0.04 inches) for each of the external dimensions. Audi A5 Sportback is 4.71 meters (15.45 feet), the Coupé Cabriolet and 4.63 meters (15.19 meters). Color Palette is organized and currently contains 16 colors. Fully automatic noise in the Audi A5 Cabriolet is available in four different colors. S line the outer package is available for those who prefer a more dynamic look.

Vehicle bodies impresses with high stiffness, excellent impact resistance, high vibration comfort and low weight. The wings are made of aluminum for better distribution of axial load. Refine aerodynamic measures include a padded frame.

Interior Design

A balanced and harmonious proportions and surfaces, noble materials and high quality fit and finish: The interior of the Audi A5 models reflect the culture of the Audi brand. It is now more stylish than ever - with a new steering wheel, including the possibility of a flat ring, new steering column stalks, with narrow chrome frame control loops.

A button is used to directly adjust the seat with the option of heating, ventilation and safety in three stages. Also updated the key, the automatic transmission selector lever, the button on the optional Audi drive select controls and high efficiency air conditioning and multifunction steering wheel. All screens are now illuminated in white.

New paint covers the front panel of the dashboard and center console, and there is also a new range of finishes and inlays. These are available in aluminum or walnut or natural Trigon fine-grained ash. Almost all the interior colors are new. Fine Nappa leather replaced in Valcona Sportback, and the armrests can be covered with a skin, if you want. Audi A5 Sportback is now available as an accessory of a five-seater.

Another interesting option is the S line sport package. It's curtains for interior design in black and emphasizes its elegant applications. Sports source lower body 10 millimeters (0.39), and 18-inch wheels complete the package. Buyers looking for something special to find a lot more customization options available in the Audi exclusive range, the Audi exclusive elegant two-tone upholstery seat.

Motors

Audi A5 family sets new standards for performance and sportiness. All engines have forced induction and direct injection of a large attraction. Even the entry-level engine produces 320 Nm (236.02 pounds-ft) of torque. Start-stop system and recovery system is standard on all engines - no other manufacturer makes such a discipline. The youngest of three petrol engines and four of the TDI Group. CO2 emissions have decreased by over 22 percent.

The 1.8 TFSI, Audi has completely redesigned the area of ​​responsibility. Breakthroughs can be found in the control valve and the lift, the concept of thermal management, fuel injection system, turbocharger and the integration of the exhaust manifold. In the Audi A5 Coupe, a high-end four-cylinder engine uses an average of just 5.7 liters of fuel per 100 km (41.27 U.S. mpg). This best-in-class value corresponds to 134 grams of CO2 per kilometer (215.65 g / mile) and is 21 percent smaller than before. 125 kW (170 hp), the A5 1.8 TFSI accelerates sharply.

Production of the 2.0 TFSI will remain unchanged at 155 kW (211 hp). New to the range Audi A5 3.0 TFSI V6 engine is a compressor producing 200 kW (272 hp).

Diesel engines are also impressive efficiency, and four-cylinder units with changes in many areas. Equipped with 130 kW (177 hp) and 2.0 TDI with manual transmission, the Audi A5 Coupé consumes an average of only 4.7 liters of fuel per 100 km (50.05 U.S. mpg) - equivalent to 122 g CO2 per km (196, 34 g / km) and an important step in the coupé segment.

Three V6 diesel units for the full range at the top. The 3.0 TDI 150 kW (204 hp) is the most fuel-efficient six-cylinder in the world in its category. The Audi A5 Coupe with the multitronic, which consumes an average of 4.9 liters (48 mpg U.S.) fuel and emits only 129 grams of CO2 per km (207.61 g / mile). The second variant of the 3.0 TDI engine generating 180 kW (245 hp). Arriving a little late is a particularly clean diesel model that will make low emissions Audi A5 coupé for the first time in the market to meet the Euro 6 diesel.

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Audi R8 Spyder GT (2011) The First Official Photos

Guten Tag again this week, Audi R8 Spyder GT. Audi continues its niche filling methods now provide natural air conditioning and increased exposure to UV for drivers to cut its high-performance GT R8.

Audi R8 Spyder GT: now added rooflessness

The original R8 GT launched in 2010 as a special edition R8 V10 light, and only 333 were produced. The R8 Spyder GT takes up the issue of GT-stripped out, offering a saving of 85 kg of weight over the standard V10 R8 Spyder. Engine cover carbon fiber bumpers and spoilers savings account on the standard weight 5.5kgs Spyder, but a heavy 31.5 kg of weight gain has come to change the standard chairs lightweight racing buckets. The rest of the wine weight loss of lighter components in the drivetrain and interior.

5.2-liter V10 producing 552bhp in R8 Spyder GT, up to the level 518bhp V10 soft-top. Acceleration decreases accordingly, with the 0-62 mph time of 3.8 seconds (down from 4.1sec). You suffer a clutch S-Tronic gearbox, however, which is standard on the R8 GT.

Inside, you get an interior covered with black Alcantara, but if the dead cow from inside your trim choices are then nappa leather on the options list. It would not be easy without interior carbon fiber special trim that goes around the driver's area. bucket seats, carbon fiber and carbon matte trim on the list of choices.

When I get my hands on R8 Spyder GT?

Call Audi dealer, fast, but beware: R8 Spyder GT is just another 333 points, and is only 66 right hand drive versions available in the UK. prices in the United Kingdom have not yet announced, but the base price in Germany out of a steep £ 184,300. But it's OK - Georg R8 V10 coupe Manual Kacheri rates of a handful of series, and are a comparative bargain at £ 109,900.

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[review]2011 Audi R8 Convertible – Just Can’t Get Better Than This

A lot of you would’ve dreamt of owing an Audi R8 after seeing “Iron Man” (we know, after owning the Iron Man suit off course) or “Date Night”, and we are saying that because we dreamt of it, and are not shy of admitting it. The simple reason for this is the immaculate Hollywood styling of the Audi R8 Spyder, with its wide body, hypnotic LED running lights, smooth clamshell and low height. And just when we thought that we just had our dream car, Audi has launched the Convertible version of their R8 Spyder in the form of their 2011 Audi R8 Convertible.



The good thing with the R8 Convertible is that unlike some of the other Convertibles that we’ve seen in market, the 2011 Audi R8 Convertible has also got increase in power for its 5.2 ltr V10 engine, which now generates maximum power of 525 hp. The best thing that we like about the Audi R8 Convertible is its ability to handle corners. The car comes with an all-wheel-drive system, which further is complemented by a lightweight chassis. All this makes it a Supercar, that won’t want you to be Bruce Wayne to drive it heroically. Now, some might say that the effortless nature of the R8 convertible makes it comparatively less involving like its rear-wheel-drive rivals such as Porsche 911 or the Aston Martin V8 Vantage, but we’ll say that there definitely is something to be said for the comfort of vast AWD traction.

The best thing here is that the 2011 Audi R8 Convertible also is a rather good value, so whether you go for the 4.2 ltr V8 engine of the car or the 5.2 ltr V10 engine, you will end up getting a car that that will be a straight rival for the more expensive exotic supercars such as the Lamborghini Gallardo, which is also powered by the same V10. And now it comes with the same striking styling, and the cut-no-corners workmanship, that you expect from a landed gentry sports car, but only for a lower price.




But, Yes, there is a “but” here also, and that is, if you are expecting this exotic two-seater to take you and your someone special one on a long road trip, then you will be disappointed with the 2011 Audi R8 Convertible. The simple reason for this is the limited space of the car and really small space backside the seats, which isn’t helpful either. Even the navigation system of the vehicle is a tad clumsy to use and the elective R tronic automated manual transmission of the car is a tad clumsy at low down speed. But if these are none of your concern, then the 2011 Audi R8 definitely is just the perfect car for you.

What’s New for 2011 Audi R8 Convertible?

If you ever wished that Audi R8 shouldn’t have a roof, then the guys at Audi have answered your prayers in the form of 2011 Audi R8 Convertible. The R8 Convertible is a sports car from Ingolstadt, which enters the market with an increase in output power for its 4.2 ltr V8 engine by 10 hp.

Body Styling and features:

The 2011 Audi R8 Convertible is an exotic two-seat Supercar, which comes with two engine choices of 4.2 and 5.2 ltr V8 engine.
The standard equipment for the 2011 Audi R8 Convertible includes LED running lights, adaptative suspension dampers, automatic climate control, 19 in wheels, robotic xenon headlights, controller, leather and faux suede leather upholstery, heated 8 way power seats (having 4-way power-changeable lumbar), Bluetooth, a 7 speaker sound system having 6 CD changer, auto-dimming car mirror, satellite radio and auxiliary audio jack.

Under The Hood
The 2011 Audi R8 Convertible could be obtained either with a 4.2 ltr V8 engine or a 5.2 ltr V10 engine. The 4.2 ltr engine generates maximum power of 430 hp and 317 lbs-ft of maximum torque. The standard drive system here is an all-wheel-drive system. The engine here is paired with 6 speed standard transmission which also has a gated metal shifter this also is standard transmission here. The optional transmission although is an R tronic. The R8 4.2 sprinted from 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 secs, for both its transmission.

The R8 convertible powered by a 5.2 ltr V10 engine generates maximum power of 525 horsepower and 391 pounds-feet of maximum torque. The Audi R8 ltr engine also has the same transmission alternatives as seen with the 4.2 ltr coupe. The 0 to 60 timings for the 5.2 is of 3.7 sec.

Safety Equipments:

The standard safety equipments for the 2011 Audi R8 Convertible include side airbags, knee airbags, antilock disc brakes and stability control. Some other optional equipment here includes rear and front parking detectors and a rearview camera.

Verdict:

The 2011 Audi R8 Convertible is the Convertible version of the Audi R8 and the car comes with the same V8 or V10 engine and also offers the same impressive capabilities. The car with roof was irresistible, and now that the roof is gone, its just one deals that you surely won’t want to miss.

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Audi embraced the iPhone and iPad Users

Audi AG via the sports division tried to get closer to the consumer iPhone and iPad with two interactive applications through the two arenas. So racing fans DTM and Le Mans Intercontinental Cup (ILMC) can access all sorts of information related to Audi of course.

The first application named "Audi Sport" is the latest version of the previous (launched 2010) can be downloaded free through the application store on line. Contents, one of which related to the debut of the Audi R18 TDI in the arena ILMC in Spa, Belgium, earlier this May. "In a report last year's racing season, information related to the images, sound and video into the standard content of this application. Total 40,000 downloads can be owned by users of the iPhone and iPad free," said an official statement as reported by Audi autoevolution (05/05/2011).



In this application there are also some new function called "Live Ticker" that shows the current tensions driver behind the wheel. Then, there are 360 ??degree images of cars racing, the introduction of an interactive circuit and wallpapers.





The second application named, "Audi Express". A bag contains reviews racing information every week and the events behind the scenes that is not published, either in the DTM and ILMC. The application also can be enjoyed free of charge consumers. Thus, users of the iPhone and iPad, wait no more, staying just download it now!

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Audi R8 V10 2011

When the Audi R8 was first introduced in 2007, many observers argued a more powerful motor might be needed to unlock the true potential of the car. Fast-forward a few years, and a considerably more powerful R8 is a reality.

Powered by a Lamborghini-sourced V10, the latest R8 sends 525 horsepower to all four wheels thanks to a sophisticated quattro all-wheel-drive system. The car was introduced to the public at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.




Though sporting two more cylinders and a little more grunt mid-ship, V10-powered R8 doesn't feature too many visual differences from its V8 sibling.

More air is fed to the ten-cylinder through larger side scoops, which jut out sharply from the body-side, adding a more aggressive stance to go with its increased power. The lower side sill also get an extra flare which runs along the wheelbase, adding further visual cues that this is the true uber-Audi. The changes are subtle enough to be obvious only to those in-the-know, thus keeping the R8's clean lines as uncluttered as possible.
source by:www.leftlanenews.com

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