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ABT 2012 Audi A4

ABT Sportsline has announced the new tuning package for 2012 Audi A4. The name of the project is AS4 and it includes both styling and performance modifications.

There are performance packages for the 2.0 liter TFSI, the 3.0 liter TFSI and the 3.0 liter TDI engines.

The 2.0 liter TFSI is boosted to 275PS (202 kW) from 211PS (155 kW), while the mighty 3.0 liter TFSI boasts 435PS (320 kW), instead of 333PS (245 kW). The economic diesel – 3.0 TDI has 282PS (207 kW) from the factory’s 245PS (180 kW).

The exterior package includes front spoiler, a pair of side skirts, fender inserts, rear bumper insert and rear spoiler. All components are made from high quality materials. There are also axle back exhaust and designer light alloy wheels in 19” and 20”, which can be fitted with a set of sports tyres.

There is no doubt that the new AS4 is a real eye-catcher! Check out the high-resolution images in the gallery.

ABT AS4:

ABT ENGINE TECHNOLOGYEngine:               2.0 TFSI, 1.984 ccm capacity
Performance tuning:           ABT POWER
Performance:               275 HP/202 kW (standard: 211 HP/155 kW)

ABT ENGINE TECHNOLOGYEngine:               3.0 TDI, 2.967 ccm capacity
Performance tuning:           ABT POWER
Performance:               282 HP/207 kW (standard: 245 HP/180 kW)

ABT ENGINE TECHNOLOGYEngine:               3.0 TFSI, 2.995 ccm capacity
Performance tuning:           ABT POWER
Performance:               435 HP/320 kW (standard: 333 HP/245 kW)

ABT AERODYNAMICSABT front spoiler
ABT side skirts
ABT fender inserts
ABT rear bumper insert
ABT rear spoiler

ABT EXHAUST TECHNOLOGYABT axle back exhaust

ABT WHEEL TECHNOLOGYABT designer light alloy wheels in 19 and 20 inch
Available also as complete set of wheels with sports tyres

Source: ABT

January 25, 2012

2012 Audi Q7 3.0 TDI S Line Plus – 204PS

Audi has made a strong move to take a large percent from the SUV market. The release of the new 2012 Q7 3.0 TDI S line Plus with 204PS is right on target. Usually the big SUVs suffer from high fuel consumption, but the new Q7 3.0 TDI boasts whopping 7.2 liters / 100 km (39mpg) on combined cycle.

The price of Q7 3.0 TDI equipped with 8-speed tiptronic gearbox starts at £39 995 OTR and the top of range S Line Plus is priced at £49 120.

The newly developed 3.0 TDI delivers 204PS (150 kW) at 3200RPM and 450Nm (332 lb-ft) at just 1250RPM. The performance is very good – 0 to 100 km/h in 9.1 seconds and a top speed of 204 km/h (127 mph). The results are thanks to revised camshafts, turbocharger and advanced common-rail system with an injection pressure of 2 000 bar.

The power is put on the road through Quattro AWD system channeling a 40% of the torque to the front and 60% to the rear wheels.

2012 Audi Q7 is available in four trim levels – Standard, SE, S line and the new S line Plus.

The S line Plus includes 21” alloy wheels, metallic paint, tinted privacy glass from the B-pillar rearwards, running boards and powered tailgate.

The interior boasts Verano leather upholstery, 7-seats, HDD-based SAT NAV system, Bluetooth phone preparation with online services giving access to Google Earth navigation mapping and creating a Wi-Fi hotspot for in-car internet access, Audi Music Interface iPod connection linked to an upgraded speaker system and the Audi Parking System Advanced with reversing camera.
Check out the price list, below!

The Audi Q7 3.0 TDI quattro 204PS – UK OTR pricing

3.0 TDI 204PS eight-speed tiptronic Standard	£39,995 OTR
3.0 TDI 204PS eight-speed tiptronic SE	£42,960 OTR
3.0 TDI 204PS eight-speed tiptronic S line	£44,620 OTR
3.0 TDI 204PS eight-speed tiptronic S line Plus	£49,120 OTR

Source: Audi

December 14, 2011

Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI Clean Diesel – World Record

An epic journey was completed by Rainer Zietlow and his team driving Volkswagen Touareg 3.0-litre V6 TDI Clean Diesel. The Carretera Panamericana race took 11 days, 17 hours and 22 minutes and a total of 22 750 kilometres on the route between Tierra del Fuego and Alaska.

Zietlow and his team passed through 17 countries as well as most of the Earth’s climate and vegetation zones in the record drive, which has been certified by the TÜV Nord testing organisation.

The 2011 Volkswagen Touareg TDI Clean Diesel SUV proved its efficiency in extreme conditions of heat, heavy rain, sandstorms or snow. The Eco-friendly vehicle has a 3.0 liter V6 TDI with 225PS (165 kW) at 3500RPM and 550Nm (406 lb-ft) of torque at just 1750RPM. The power is put on the road through 4MOTION AWD system. Besides the heavyweight and the all-wheel-drive system, the SUV offers class leading fuel economy 8.4 liters per 100 km (28 MPG) on highway and 12.4 l /100 km (19MPG) in city.

In order to account for the demands of the TDI-Panamericana Endurance Challenge, this Touareg has been modified to include:

Innovative Inmarsat satellite technology for live communication even in the most remote areas
The largest tires that fit the Touareg to better address bumpy roads through South America
An additional 300 liter fuel tank to extend the distance the vehicle can travel between fuelings

Check out the pictures from the journey, below!

Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI Clean Diesel - World Record — Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI Clean Diesel – World Record

Source: Volkswagen

December 13, 2011

ABT Audi AS6 Avant

ABT Sportsline has introduced their tuning program for the latest Audi A6 Avant. The tuner offers both performance and styling packages to boost the individuality of the premium vehicle.

There are performance upgrades for the 3.0 TDI in both versions – 204PS (150 kW) and 245PS (180 kW) as well as the petrol 3.0 TFSI with standard 300PS (221 kW).

The exterior include complete aerodynamics package – ABT side skirts, ABT front spoiler, ABT rear skirt insert and 4-end pipes and ABT rear spoiler. There are also ABT sport rims with dimensions from 19” to 21” and sports tyres for them.

Whatever engine the customers choose – they will always get a balanced vehicle which meets the highest demands: everyday reliability and suitability for long journeys in combination with maximum sportiness characterise the new ABT AS6 Avant. After all you don’t want to go without comfort and luxury just because you are in a particular hurry.

You can check the full list of upgrades, below!

ABT Audi AS6 Avant:

ABT ENGINE TECHNOLOGY
Engine:                     3.0 TDI, 2967 ccm capacity
Performance tuning:    ABT POWER
Performance:               240 PS/177 kW (standard: 204 PS/150 kW)

ABT ENGINE TECHNOLOGY
Engine:                    3.0 TDI, 2967 ccm capacity
Performance tuning:    ABT POWER S
Performance:               300 PS/221 kW (standard: 245 PS/180 kW

ABT ENGINE TECHNOLOGY
Engine:                     3.0 TFSI, 2995 ccm capacity
Performance tuning:    ABT POWER
Performance:               420 PS/309 kW (standard: 300 PS/221 kW)

ABT AERODYNAMICS
ABT side skirts
ABT front spoiler
ABT rear skirt insert and 4-end pipes
ABT rear spoiler

ABT WHEEL TECHNOLOGY
ABT sport rims – 19” to 21”
Available also as complete set of wheels with sports tyres

Source: ABT

November 19, 2011

2012 Audi A4 1.8 TFSI 120PS Price – £24 000

Audi has priced the all-new 2012 A4 for the UK. The A4 range are already available and the prices start at under £24 000.

2012 Audi A4 has entirely new exterior boasting a new front fascia with modified grille, new headlights and restyled front hood. At the rear, there are a new diffuser, a pair of new taillights and a dual exhaust system. The sport package – S line includes lowered suspension and 18” alloy wheels and an option for 19”.

The interior is also revised and now comes with selection of new steering wheels with chrome and high-gloss inlays. The steering arm and the ignition key have been also modified. There are high-gloss applications and some chrome trim at the controls. The MMI Navigation Plus is further revised as well as the automatic transmission, the efficient air conditioning systems, Audi drive select and the multifunction steering wheel.

The engine range includes six diesel and four petrol power units.

The diesel range includes a 2.0 liter TDI with either 136PS (100 kW) or 163PS (120 kW). There are also options for 120PS (88 kW), 143PS (105 kW) and 177PS (130 kW). The V6 3.0 TDI has either 204PS (150 kW) or 245PS (180kW). All engines come with improved fuel efficiency ranging from 4.2 liters to 4.8 liters of fuel per 100 km.

The petrol variants are a new 1.8 liter TFSI with 170PS (125 kW) and 320Nm (236 lb-ft), a 1.8 TFSI with 120PS (88 kW) and a 2.0 liter TFSI with 211PS (155 kW). The mighty 3.0 liter petrol has 272PS (200 kW). The average consumption in the A4 Sedan is limited to 5.6 liters per 100 km.

The top-of-range S4 has supercharged 3.0-liter TFSI V6 with 333 PS (245 kW) and 440Nm (324 lb-ft). The performance is superb – 0 to 100 km/h in 5.0 seconds flat and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). Furthermore, it need just 8.0 litres per 100 km.

New generation Saloon and Avant versions of the accomplished A4 premium compact executive Saloon, Avant and allroad quattro models combine an even more sharply tailored look and an expanded line-up of engines bringing economy gains of up to 21 per cent. Due in March 2012, the new generation A4 ranges will be priced from just under £24 000.

Check out the full price list, below!

2012 Audi A4 and S4 range – UK OTR Pricelist:

A4 Saloon SE
1.8 TFSI 120PS six-speed manual	£sub-24K (from early 2012)
1.8 TFSI 170PS six-speed manual	£25,240
1.8 TFSI 170PS eight-speed multitronic	£26,720
2.0 TFSI 211PS eight-speed multitronic	£29,170
2.0 TFSI quattro 211PS six-speed manual	£29,170
2.0 TFSI quattro 211PS seven-speed S tronic	£30,650
2.0 TDIe 136PS six-speed manual	£26,555
2.0 TDI 143PS six-speed manual	£26,555
2.0 TDI 143PS eight-speed multitronic	£28,035
2.0 TDIe 163PS six-speed manual	£27,575
2.0 TDI 177PS six-speed manual	£27,575
2.0 TDI 177PS eight-speed multitronic	£29,055
2.0 TDI quattro 177PS six-speed manual	£29,120
3.0 TDI 204PS eight-speed multitronic	£30,490
3.0 TDI quattro 245PS six-speed manual	£TBC
3.0 TDI quattro 245PS seven-speed S tronic	£34,600

S4 3.0 TFSI quattro 333PS six-speed manual	£38,665
S4 3.0 TFSI quattro 333PS seven-speed S tronic	£39,915

Premium for SE Technik specification – £1,100
Premium for S line specification – £2,555
Premium for Black Edition specification – £1,250

A4 Avant SE
1.8 TFSI 120PS six-speed manual	£TBC (available early 2012)
1.8 TFSI 170PS six-speed manual	£26,455
1.8 TFSI 170PS eight-speed multitronic	£27,920
2.0 TFSI 211PS eight-speed multitronic	£30,385
2.0 TFSI quattro 211PS six-speed manual	£30,370
2.0 TFSI quattro 211PS seven-speed S tronic	£31,850
2.0 TDIe 136PS six-speed manual	£27,755
2.0 TDI 143PS six-speed manual	£27,755
2.0 TDI 143PS eight-speed multitronic	£29,235
2.0 TDIe 163PS six-speed manual	£28,775
2.0 TDI 177PS six-speed manual	£28,775
2.0 TDI 177PS eight-speed multitronic	£30,255
2.0 TDI quattro 177PS six-speed manual	£30,320
3.0 TDI 204PS eight-speed multitronic	£31,805
3.0 TDI quattro 245PS six-speed manual	£TBC
3.0 TDI quattro 245PS seven-speed S tronic	£35,825
S4 3.0 TFSI quattro 333PS six-speed manual	£39,865
S4 3.0 TFSI quattro 333PS seven-speed S tronic	£41,115

Premium for SE Technik specification – £1,100
Premium for S line specification – £2,555
Premium for Black Edition specification – £1,250

Source: Audi

November 8, 2011

Senner Tuning Audi A7 3.0 TDI

Senner Tuning has announced their tuning upgrades for the Audi A7 Sportback 3.0 TDI. The tuner offers both performance and styling upgrades.

As you know, the latest diesel engines are extremely fuel efficient and powerful, so the tuner decided to provide some extra horsepower for the 3.0 liter V6 TDI. The Ecu re-map gains additional 61PS (45 kW) and 120Nm (88 lb-ft) of torque, so the total power is 306PS (225 kW) and 620Nm (457 lb-ft). However, the fuel consumption is not harmed. The V-max limiter is raised to 280 km/h (174 mph), instead of the factory’s 250 km/h (155mph).

Senner also offers a new stainless-steel sport exhaust system with twin 90mm shiny tailpipes.

The stance is also improved, because of the lowering kit, which cuts 30 mm from the height of the vehicle.

A set of Varianza T1S rims 9.5J x 20” fitted with 275/35 R20 performance tires are also added.

No words about pricing.

Source: Senner Tuning

July 28, 2011