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ABT 2014 Audi S8 – 640HP and 780Nm

ABT has unveiled their tuning program for the performance luxurious saloon – 2014 Audi S8. It comes with some nice styling upgrades and epic power improvement.

2014 Audi S8 is powered by a 4.0 liter twin-turbo V8 with 520HP (382 kW) at 6,000RPM and 650Nm (479 lb-ft) of torque at 1,700RPM. 0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. ABT power New Generation boosts the engine to 640HP (471 kW) and 780Nm (578 lb-ft). 0-100 km/h in less than 4.0 seconds and a top speed of 280 km/h (174 mph).

Other highlights include a four-pipe stainless steel ABT muffler system, a set of 21” ABT DR wheels. Customer can also opt for ABT 20” ER-C alloy wheels in silver-bulllet or Gun-Metal color.

Last, but not least is the ABT Level Control lowering the ride height by 25mm each on both the front and rear axle. The stance is spectacular and the handling is improved a lot.

ABT S8 is called King of the Road and you will immediately know why, when you see it. Mercedes-Benz S-Class and BMW 7-Series will face a tough competitor and only the factory tuners will be able to help them against The King!

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May 8, 2014

ABT Celebrates 40 Years Of Golf With Custom Golf I GTI

ABT Volkswagen Golf I GTI comes to commemorate the 40th anniversary of one of the most iconic cars in history – the Golf. The original first generation of the angular Volkswagen Golf Mk1 was presented in 1974 and was successor of the Beetle. The car was intended by the brand as a modern front-wheel-drive, hatchback replacement for the ageing Beetle. In fact, the Mk1 was Germany’s best selling car right from the start.

In fact, the tuners at ABT customized this VW back in 1982 and now they are bring it in the present to celebrate the unique history of the car. This particualr model was fitted with a 7’’ widebody and suspension-kit. In addition, the power was also enhanced with almost 50 per cent. Precisely, the serial GTI develops 163hp (120kW), while the custom – 220hp (162kW).

The sprint from 0 to 100 km/h was estimated at 6.8 seconds. Responsible for that kick is the KKK exhaust gas turbocharger. The latter was at that time only available from Volkswagen for the very expensive Audi Quattros.

Furthermore, Golf I’s engine was made stable with a number of high-end components like autothermal pistons and a special crankshaft. And then there was the roaring “turbo exhaust system” and the ABT “super suspension”. Alloy wheels in a very classy design were added and fitted with wide-base tires in the dimension of 205/60R13. The interior was also changed. White-leather sport-type steering wheel and various additional instruments are present.

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April 25, 2014

ABT Sportsline Audi RS5 Convertible

ABT Sportsline has unveiled their latest project based on the stylish Audi RS5 Convertible. The cabriolet comes with a number of styling upgrades and new top speed.

Audi RS5 Convertible has a brutal 4.2 liter naturally aspirated V8 with 450HP (331 kW) at 6,000RPM and 430Nm (317 lb-ft) at 4,000RPM. The redline of the engine is all the way up to 8,250RPM. It is connected to a 7-speed S-tronic gearbox, which sends the power to Quattro all-wheel-drive system.

The performance – 0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) with speed governor and 280 km/h (174 mph) with optional package. ABT raises the top speed to 290 km/h (180 mph).

The exterior of ABT RS5 Convertible features new fender inserts, a set of enormous wheels – 8.5J x 19” at the front and 9.5J x 20” at the rear fitted with 255/35 R19 or 275/30 R20 sport tires, respectively. The height adjustable suspension springs can lower the ride height between 15 and 40 mm. The tuning company also offers wheel spacer kit – 4 x 15 mm or 4 x 25 mm.

Last, but not least is the ABT muffler system including new mid and rear mufflers giving sensational sound to that powerful V8 engine.

The ABT RS5 Convertible is thus always a fresh breeze – be it closed or open.

ABT RS5 – Data and Facts

ABT ENGINE TECHNOLOGY
Engine: 4.2 FSI, 4163 cc capacity
Speed Limit now: about 290 km/h

ABT AERODYNAMICS
ABT fender inserts

ABT SUSPENSION
ABT height adjustable suspension springs (lowering approx. 15-40mm)
ABT height adjustable suspension kit (lowering approx. 50 mm) ABT wheel spacer (4 x 15 mm or 4 x 25 mm)

ABT EXHAUST TECHNOLOGY
ABT muffler system (mid and rear muffler)

ABT WHEELS
in design ER-F, ER-C and DR in 8.5 x 19 or 9.5 x 20 inches
Available also as complete set of wheels with sports tires in sizes 255/35 R19 or 275/30 R20

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April 10, 2014

ABT Motorsport Centre – A New Home

ABT Sportsline now has got a new home based next to its headquarter in Kempten, Bavaria. The state-of-art motorsport centre is settled on 2,400 m² and a staff of about 50 will now prepare the four Audi RS5 DTM’s for the DTM and develop the FIA Formula E activities.

“Motorsport is our great passion and has been a pillar of our company for decades”, commented CEO Hans-Jürgen Abt.

“With the new complex, we have created the right conditions for our future work. Our team feels good there, enjoys ideal working conditions and has a lot of space to be creative.“, he added.

The all-new centre is really impressive both inside and outside. The exterior boasts chamfered, matt-black steel plates and red, high-gloss aluminium, while the interior is a real motorsport paradise. There are lavish work areas, modern offices, carbon and transmission workshops, a washing shed, modern equipment, a spacious warehouse and a gym. The truck shed next door can house five trailers, which now can be loaded and unloaded in whatever weather conditions may obtain outside. Even the daily DTM pit stop exercises can be done inside.

The construction period was just 10 months and the result is just great!

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April 1, 2014

ABT Sportsline Wheel Designs for 2014 – CR, DR, ER-C and ER-F

ABT Sportsline has presented a new range of designs for their alloy wheels. The 2014 wheels by the famous tuning company are not to be missed. The cast CR, DR and ER-C and the exclusive, forged ER-F promise a number of special effects and are real highlights.

The “F” stands for “forged” and the ER-F is available in 19” or 20” sizes. The complex production process makes for a very high material density, which, in turn, makes for very slim and dynamically shaped spokes. The ER-F also boasts “black magic“ coat of paint.

The ABT ER-C – C stands for “cast“ – looks very similar. With the “silver bullet“ and “gun metal“ shades, however, ABT has seen to a special mix of colours. And it has not only the 19 and 20’’ variants available but also an 18’’ variant.

The DR wheels come with bi-coloured look and the customers can choose between “mystic black“ and “gun metal“ as prime colours and dimensions of 18” to 22”.

Last, but not least are the ABT CR wheels, which are available in 19” to 22”. The ABT CR is available in an elegant “silver light” or the extremely sporty “silver black“. In “black red“ with a red accentuation, the CR is also available at a lower entry-level price as part of the “Young Collection“ series.

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March 24, 2014

ABT Audi RS6-R – 730HP and 920Nm

The most powerful car by ABT Sportsline – the Audi RS6-R will be also presented at the 84^th Geneva Motor Show, next week. The extreme family touring is entirely reworked – outside, inside and under the hood.

The exterior boasts new front lip with blades, air inlet covers including flics, side skirt attachments with side blades and the rear skirt. There are also new mirror caps, fender inserts and a rear spoiler. All components are manufactured from exposed red carbon, which is really stunning. The RS6-R rolls a set of 22” ABT DR alloy wheels fitted with ultra-low profile performance tires. The stance is further improved by an ABT height adjustable spring kit.

The interior features new letterings and embroidery as well as carbon-shift paddels and LED-shifting lights on the steering wheel.

The 4.0 liter TFSI bi-turbo V8 is boosted to whopping 730HP (537 kW) and 920Nm (681 lb-ft) of torque. This is an increase of 170HP and 220Nm. 0-100 km/h in around 3.0 seconds and a top speed of over 320 km/h (199 mph).

“Mind you, the R stands for racy, not for rough or rude,” says CEO Hans-Jürgen Abt

“As with the normal Audi RS6, ours also provides the utmost comfort, sumptuousness and usefulness, limited to 25 cars worldwide.“, he added.

Source: ABT

February 28, 2014

ABT Volkswagen Golf VII GTI Dark Edition at 2014 Geneva Motor Show

Other spectacular tuned vehicle by ABT will be also exhibited at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show. The Golf VII GTI Dark Edition was presented at the 2013 Essen Motor Show, but the tuning company is proud of it, so it will be presented in Geneva as well.

Outside, the Golf VII GTI Dark Edition comes with tinted taillights, mirror caps and headlight covers. There are also new side skirts, front spoiler and front skirt, trunk lid attachment and a rear skirt set with a four-pipe chromed black exhaust system. The hot hatchback rolls enormous 20” CR alloy wheels fitted with 235/30 R20 performance tires.

Other upgrades include sport stabilisers and the intelligent ABT height adjustable suspension kit.

The 2.0 liter TFSI engine is boosted to 300HP (221 kW) – 0-100 km/h in 5.8 seconds and a top speed of 258 km/h (160 mph).

“Our black ABT is really something and at the top once again“, said the CEO – Hans-Jürgen Abt.

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February 28, 2014

ABT Audi RS Q3 – 410HP and 530Nm

ABT Sportsline is going to bring several interesting tuned models at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show. One of the is Audi RS Q3 coming with styling and performance modifications as well.

Outside, ABT RS Q3 comes with complete aerodynamics package including the new front skirt and grille, a new rear skirt and a stainless-steel exhaust system and four tail pipes. There are also new wheels in ABT DR design – 21” fitted with low-profile tires. The exterior is finished in “innocent” white paint.

The 2.5 liter five-cylinder turbocharged engine is boosted to 410HP (301 kW) and 530Nm (393 lb-ft) – an increase of 100HP and 110Nm of torque.

“This complex and gentle processes uses a specially developed control unit – ABT Engine Control – and a customised software,“ commented Hans-Jürgen Abt, CEO of the globally largest tuner of Volkswagen and Audi cars.

Last, but not least is the height-adjustable sport-type suspension that provides a maximum of road feedback and dynamism.

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February 28, 2014

ABT Volkswagen Golf VII R – 370HP and 460Nm

ABT Sportsline has presented their latest project based on Volkswagen Golf VII R. The hot hatchback comes with more power and some nice styling upgrades.

The 2.0 liter four-cylinder TFSI engine is boosted to 370HP (272 kW) and 460Nm (341 lb-ft). This is an increase of 70HP and 80Nm of torque. 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 265 km/h (164 mph). The result is thanks to an ECU re-map specially developed for the engine. Fuel consumption is remaining the same as in the standard model.

Apart from the performance, the ABT Golf VII R also comes with a body kit that includes new

ABT also lends its Golf VII an elitist look. The body kit that is in the pipeline shows a front grille, front spoiler with an integrated blade, head light covers, mirror caps, side skirt add-ons, a rear wing, tail gate and rear skirt add-on and the matching and dark ER-C wheels fitted with performance tires.

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February 21, 2014

ABT Audi A4, A5 and Q5 2.0 TFSI – 290HP and 420Nm

ABT Audi A4

ABT Sportsline has presented a new performance package for the Audi A4, A5 and Q5 powered by the 2.0 liter TFSI four-cylinder engine.

“The increase of performance is not only adapted perfectly to the respective model on a dynamometer, thorough testing of the developed engines on the road is part of the service for us as well,” comments Hans-Jürgen Abt, CEO of the worldwide largest tuner of vehicles from the Volkswagen Group.

“Careful development is important to us, and every new engine generation entails higher requirements.”, he added.

The 2.0 liter TFSI is boosted to 290HP (213 kW) and 420Nm (310 lb-ft) of torque, which means 145HP per liter displacement.

There are also tuning options for Audi A4, A5 and Q5: For every model, a suitable aerodynamics package has been provided, comprising exhaust systems, complete wheel sets in various designs, brake systems and chassis components in the product portfolio in order to make one’s own vehicle a bit more individual in design.

Source: ABT

February 4, 2014

ABT Volkswagen Transporter T5

ABT has presented their latest project based on Volkswagen Transporter T5. The passenger van comes with both – styling and performance ugprades.

The 2.0 liter TDI is boosted to 200HP (147 kW) and 440Nm (326 lb-ft) of torque. The 2.0 liter TSI can produce 240HP (176 kW), which is an increase of 36HP over the factory power. ABT Sportsline also offers chip tuning for the less powerful variants – the TDI with 84HP, 102HP and 140HP.

The tuning company can install special suspension springs lowering the ride height or an entire sport-type suspension.

The exterior boasts a complete aerodynamics package including front and rear skirt, rear spoiler, side skirts, front grille and daytime running lights available for both the long and short wheelbase. All parts are made from PUR-RIM material guaranteeing perfect quality.

Last, but not least is the stainless steel quad-pipe sports exhaust system.

Source: ABT

January 20, 2014

ABT Audi RS7 – 700HP and 880Nm

ABT has presented their latest project based on the super powerful 4-door sports coupe – Audi RS7.

2014 Audi RS7 is powered by 4.0 liter bi-turbo V8 TFSI – 560HP (412 kW) at 5,700RPM and 700Nm (516 lb-ft) at just 1,750RPM. Of course this is not enough, so ABT boosted the engine to 666HP (490 kW) and 830Nm (615 lb-ft) of torque at Stage I.

Stage II bumps the power to whopping 700HP (515 kW) and 880Nm (652 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h is not mentioned, but is around 3.5 seconds and the top speed is electronically limited at 320 km/h (199 mph).

Other highlights include ABT wheel spacers and sporty alloy wheels – ER-C in its “silver bullet look“ is available in 20” and the DR design even in 21”. Both are fitted with high-performance tires.

Source: ABT

January 9, 2014

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