Tag: Audi A1

  • Audi refines its air filters to deliver us some clean air and fresh drive. Details here!

    2016 Audi Q2From June 2016, the compact Audi models will offer some fresh additions to the drivetrain system in order to reduce the harmful emissions and gases. There will be new conditioning filters installed that reduce the environmentally unfriendly gasses. Benefitting from the new filter are the Audi A1, A3, Q3 and TT models.

    In fact, the new Audi Q2 compact SUV will be geared with this filter at market launch. Customers can also have their units retrofitted with the new filter as part of the regularly scheduled service intervals.

    There are two versions of the filter that will be used, each of which comprises three layers. The thing that makes them handy and special is the new outer carrier layer that includes a special anti-allergen cover. Sweet, right? There is one variant that reduces allergens by means of plant-derived, bioactive substances and otherthat uses modification of the protein structure to achieve the desired effect. There have been independent tests by specialist institutions such as SGS Fresenius and Fatec GmbH that confirm the effectiveness of the new Audi filters. Sweet.

    SEE ALSO: What changes did Audi make to its 2017 Model Year lineup? Here are the details [pricing included]

    The two remaining layers also make notable contribution in the air quality and freshness of the interior. The filtration layer is made of microfibres and removes even the smallest particulates form the air, while the gaseous impurities are caught in the activated carbon layer.

    A comprehensive measurement series documents the high effectiveness of the filter system, while the arrangement of the layers ensures outstanding results.

    Source: Audi 

  • MTM Audi A1 Nardo Edition is Inspired by Group B Rallying

    MTM Audi A1 Nardo Edition Front ViewMTM Audi A1 Nardo Edition not only looks phenomenal, but also has exhilarating performance. For the creation of the car, the German tuner took inspiration by the Group B rallying. This Audi is actually based on the S1 equipped with the 2.0-liter TFSI four-cylinder engine. Of course, the powertrain was heavily modified and now pumps out a lot of horses.

    However, it is good to make a comparison, therefore we should tell you that this engine is capable of producing as a standard 231 hp (170 kW) and 370 Nm (273 lb-ft) of optimum torque.

    Performance Upgrades

    So, to into details, this A1 Nardo Edition (based on S1) has been modified according to Group B regulations. At the moment, the heavily uprated engine boasts 427 hp (314 kW), but the aim of the tuner is to achieve 450 hp (331 kW).

    SEE ALSO: MTM Unleashes Three Reinterpreted Audis at the Geneva Motor Show 

    Furthermore, the car stood out during tests conducted at the Nardo facility in Italy. This is where it has reached the 324 km/h (201 mph). For those who need to experience more during driving, the tuner has prepared a race-derived sequential gearbox.

    Styling

    MTM Audi A1 Nardo Edition Side View

    The exterior of MTM Audi A1 Nardo Edition has been specifically adorned with a styling package created by designer Roland Hall from South Carolina. It is actually his goal to see the Audi Nardo achieving 450 horsepower as a final version.

    Pricing

    MTM Audi A1 Nardo Edition has a starting price of €120,000. It will come with full certification for road use as an added incentive.

    Source: MTM

  • Audi A1 S-line Style Edition

    Audi has introduced A1 S-line Style Edition, which will include around £2,200-worth of design and technology-oriented options for a premium of £950 above the equivalent S line model. 2013 Audi A1 S-line Style Edition 1.2 TFSI 6-speed manual is priced from £18,125 OTR.

    The exterior of Style Edition can be finished in a choice of Ice Silver, Phantom Black, Misano Red or Glacier White colour schemes. There are xenon headlamps with distinctive LED daytime running lights and 17” five V-spoke alloy wheels with a bi-colour finish. A bi-colour five-arm design is also available as a no-cost option.

    The interior comes with part-leather sports seats and three-spoke S line sports steering wheel. There are also powered windows and mirrors, a split/folding rear seat, air conditioning, a Concert CD audio system incorporating an SD card reader linked to a 6.5” retractable display screen, a Bluetooth mobile phone interface and a Driver’s Information System.

    The engine range includes a 1.2 liter TFSI with 86HP, 1.4 TFSI with 122HP and 1.6 liter TDI with 105HP (can achieve up to 74.3 mpg with CO2 emissions of just 99g/km).

    The new Style Edition specification is the second in the A1 range to be based on the popular S line trim level. Range-topping Black Edition models, including upgrades such as 18” titanium finish alloy wheels, the 180-watt Audi sound system, privacy glass and electronic climate control, also build on the S line foundation, and are available in conjunction with two 1.4-litre TFSI engines – the 140HP version with Cylinder-on-Demand technology and the supercharged and turbocharged 185HP option – plus the 2.0-litre TDI with 143HP.

    Audi A1 S line Style Edition – UK OTR Pricing

    1.2 TFSI 86PS six-speed manual £18,125
    1.4 TFSI 122PS six-speed manual £18,535
    1.4 TFSI 122PS seven-speed S tronic £19,985
    1.6 TDI 105PS six-speed manual £19,185

    Audi A1 Sportback S line Style Edition – UK OTR Pricing

    1.2 TFSI 86PS six-speed manual £18,745
    1.4 TFSI 122PS six-speed manual £19,155
    1.4 TFSI 122PS seven-speed S tronic £20,605
    1.6 TDI 105PS six-speed manual £19,805

    Options list:

    • Metallic or pearl effect paint (choice of Glacier White, Phantom Black, Ice Silver and Misano Red)
    • 17-inch five V-spoke bi-colour alloy wheels
    • Xenon headlamps with LED daytime running lights and LED rear lights
    • Black styling package
    • Exterior mirrors in gloss black
    • Interior air vent sleeves in body colour (or gloss black if Ice Silver or Phantom Black body colours are specified)
  • Audi A1 Quattro – XCAR [video]

    Audi A1 Quattro has been tested by XCAR.

    The A1 Quattro is powered by a direct-injected, turbocharged 2.0 litre four-cylinder petrol with 265HP (195 kW) at 6000RPM and 350Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque from 2500RPM. 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds and a top speed of 245 km/h (152 mph). The A1 Quattro is able to return 33.2mpg (combined cycle). The engine is mated to a quick-shifting 6-speed manual transmission.

    The electronic stability program (ESP) also includes a sport mode which sets a higher threshold for intervention, and can be switched off entirely for track use.

    The chassis of the Audi A1 quattro has been adapted to suit the dynamics of the drivetrain, and the multi-plate clutch has also been positioned on the rear axle in the interest of optimum weight distribution.

    The exterior is finished in Glacier White metallic with a high-gloss black roof. It also boasts 18” turbine alloy wheels, redesigned bumpers, grille, red painted ‘wings’ within the headlights, a large two-colour rear spoiler and two 100 mm polished exhaust tailpipes.

    A1 Quattro also has tinted LED rear lights, tinted rear windows and a contrasting black colouring for the rear hatch and rear diffuser.

    The hot hatchback is limited to just 333 units.
    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jmrvFPFrdJA

    Source: XCAR

  • Audi’s Cylinder-on-Demand Technology for A1 and A3

    Audi is now offering the A1 and A3 1.4 liter TFSI engine with Cylinder-on-Demand technology. The manufacturer is moving CoD technology from Audi S and RS models to bring 60 mpg economy potential to A1 and A3.

    The 1.4 liter TFSI has 140HP (103 kW) at 5,000RPM And 250Nm (184 lb-ft) at just 1,500RPM. 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds for A1 with S-tronic and 8.3 seconds for A3 with 6-speed manual. The top speed is 212 km/h (132 mph) for all models.

    All versions of the A1 and A1 Sportback are equipped initially with the 7-speed S tronic twin-clutch transmission, and all versions of the A3 and A3 Sportback with a 6-speed manual gearbox. Both transmissions will however become available for all A1 and A3 CoD models later this year.

    Audi A1 three-door can return 60.1 mpg UK – 4.7 liters / 100 km with CO2 emissions of 109 g/km, while the 5-door version will do 4.9 liters / 100 km and 113 g/km CO2.

    The bigger A3 has the same fuel economy as A1 three-door, but A3 Sportback needs 4.8 liters / 100 km with 112 g/km of CO2.

    The Cylinder-on-Demand technology doesn’t only operate according to set parameters. Using information from the throttle pedal sensors, it determines how the driver is driving, and if it detects an irregular pattern, for instance over a series of roundabouts or on a twisting A-road, it inhibits cylinder deactivation because here it would generally only be of short duration and wouldn’t save any fuel.  Two-cylinder operation is also disengaged if the driver brakes, enabling all four cylinders to support braking when coasting, and if the car is travelling downhill.

    Check out the price list, below!

    A1 1.4 TFSI 140PS CoD UK Pricing
    1.4 TFSI 140PS Sport (manual) £16,740 OTR
    1.4 TFSI 140PS Sport (S tronic) £18,190 OTR
    1.4 TFSI 140PS S line (manual) £18,285 OTR
    1.4 TFSI 140PS S line (S tronic) £19,735 OTR
    1.4 TFSI 140PS Black Edition (manual) £19,535 OTR
    1.4 TFSI 140PS Black Edition (S tronic) £20,985 OTR
    A1 Sportback 1.4 TFSI 140PS CoD
    1.4 TFSI 140PS Sport (manual) £17,360 OTR
    1.4 TFSI 140PS Sport (S tronic) £18,810 OTR
    1.4 TFSI 140PS S line (manual) £18,905 OTR
    1.4 TFSI 140PS S line (S tronic) £20,355 OTR
    1.4 TFSI 140PS Black Edition (manual) £20,155 OTR
    1.4 TFSI 140PS Black Edition (S tronic) £21,605 OTR
    A3 1.4 TFSI 140PS CoD UK Pricing
    1.4 TFSI 140PS SE (manual) £20,055 OTR
    1.4 TFSI 140PS Sport (manual) £21,280 OTR
    1.4 TFSI 140PS S line (manual) £23,430 OTR
    A3 Sportback 1.4 TFSI 140PS CoD
    1.4 TFSI 140PS SE (manual) £20,675 OTR
    1.4 TFSI 140PS Sport (manual) £21,900 OTR
    1.4 TFSI 140PS S line (manual) £24,050 OTR

    Source: Audi

  • Audi A1 Quattro in Action [video]

    Audi has published a new promo video showing some really nice driving skills by DTM driver Filipe Albuquerque, who is stepping on A1 Quattro.

    “The engine is really nice because if you drive slow, you’re going til 3000 (RPM). It’s a linear engine and then it (the turbocharger) kicks in at 3,500 – 4,000 (RPM). Four-wheel drive in these conditions, in the snow, is just fantastic. It’s great fun.”, commented Filipe.

    The A1 Quattro is powered by a direct-injected, turbocharged 2.0 litre four-cylinder petrol engine with 265HP (195 kW) at 6,000RPM and 350Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque from just 2,500RPM. 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds and a top speed of 245 km/h (152 mph). The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox.

    Enjoy the video!

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7VnY2EYohE

    Source: Audi

  • 2012 Geneva Motor Show: Audi A1 2.0 T Quattro

    mbThe special limited edition Audi A1 2.0 T Quattro has been exhibited at the Geneva Motor Show, this week. The car will be produced in limited series of just 333 examples worldwide. It features superb equipment, nice powerful turbocharged petrol engine, and exclusive exterior and interior.

    A1 2.0 T Quattro has a four-cylinder 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol with 265PS (195 kW) at 6000RPM and 350Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque at 2500RPM. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds and a top speed of 245 km/h (152 mph). The fuel consumption is great – 33.2 mpg on combined cycle.

    The electronic stability program (ESP) also includes a sport mode which sets a higher threshold for intervention, and can be switched off entirely for track use.

    The chassis is also modified to suit the dynamics of the drivetrain, and the multi-plate clutch has also been positioned on the rear axle in the interest of optimum weight distribution.

    The exterior boasts Glacier White metallic paint with a high-gloss black roof. It also features 18” turbine alloy wheels, redesigned bumpers, grille, red painted ‘wings’ within the headlights, a large two-colour rear spoiler and two 100 mm polished exhaust tailpipes.

    A1 Quattro also has tinted LED rear lights, tinted rear windows and a contrasting black colouring for the rear hatch and rear diffuser.

    Audi A1 2.0 T Quattro Geneva 2012
    Audi A1 2.0 T Quattro Geneva 2012

    Source: Audi

  • 2012 Audi A1 Quattro Limited Edition

    2012 Audi A1 Quattro Limited Edition THUMBThe highly exclusive 256PS 2012 Audi A1 Quattro Limited Edition will be launched on the UK market with the staring price £41 020. Form this limited edition will be released only limited quota of just nineteen left-hand-drive examples. It will officially be available to order in early March. More than 600 components have been reworked or replaced in the design of the new A1 Quattro. Most of ht attention has been put on the engine. The turbocharged and directly injected 2.0-litre four-cylinder delivers specially tuned 256PS (188 kW) output at 6,000rpm, and its punchy 350Nm (258 lb-ft) torque peak between 2,500 and 4,500rpm. This means that the acceleration of the A1 Quattro from 0 to 100 km/h takes only 5.7 seconds. The top speed is 152mph (255 km/h), while also returning up to 32.8mpg according to the combined cycle test.  In details, this extreme power is channelled through a quick-shifting six-speed manual transmission to the Quattro permanent all-wheel drive system. In addition the heart of this system is an electronically controlled, hydraulically actuated multi-plate clutch whose package of plates rotates in an oil bath. The clutch is mounted on the rear axle, thus making the vehicle weighing less. The precision of the handling is also improved by an XDS selective differential lock and a specially configured Electronic Stability Program (ESP) which offers a sport mode with a higher threshold for intervention and can be switched off entirely for track use. Moreover, the chassis of the Audi A1 has responsive and efficient electrohydraulic power steering with a direct 14.8:1 steering ratio. The ventilated disc brakes with high performance 312mm front discs complement this balance configuration.

    2012 Audi A1 Quattro Limited Edition
    2012 Audi A1 Quattro Limited Edition

    Furthermore, the A1 has unique looks. It carries a Glacier White metallic paint, and in addition sits on Glacier White 18-inch turbine design alloy wheels. The high-gloss black roof complete with prominent spoiler and deep-set bumpers with 100-millimetre tailpipes at the rear. The Quattro badges on the grille, roof arch and rear hatch further enhance the sporty look. In contrast, the interior of the vehicle is predominantly black. Multi-adjustable Silk Nappa leather is used for the sport seats with their pronounced bolsters, integrated head restraints, red stitching and Quattro insignias. In addition, the interior design also includes white needles, the red-faced rev counter and the flat-bottomed multi-function sports steering wheel with contrasting red stitching and an inset limited edition plaque.

    As a Limited Edition, indeed a very special one, the Quattro is  going to be equipped with full complement of equipment, which if added to a standard series production A1 would boost its price by over £11,000. There has been included xenon plus headlights, the high-beam assistant, adaptive brake lights, an LED interior lighting package, light and rain sensors, the acoustic rear parking system, automatic air conditioning, a storage package, the convenience key and cruise control. Of course, A1 got all the latest innovative technologies concerning online services and infotainment technologies.

    Audi A1 Quattro is inbound – only nineteen examples of the high performance, left-hand-drive-only A1 Quattro are destined for the UK. The price tag is £41 020.

    Source: Audi

  • Audi dominates ”Best cars of 2012″ Poll

    2012-Audi-A1-thumbAudi has proved itself very popular within the German community which is rather unsurprising. This year, the German-based magazine ”Motor und sport” surveyed a six-digit number of people to determine the “Best Cars of 2012”. The thing is that many people that took part in the research were from other countries as well – The “Motor und sport” magazine has a fan base in more than 13 European countries, Brazil and China. These are all vague numbers and speculations but the fact remains that Audi is one of the most referred to car makes on the market today.

    Gaining 37.9 percent of the participating votes, the Audi A1 is crowned victorious in the battle for the best small car segment. The A4/5 on the other hand, won the best mid-size car title with 24.9 percent of the votes cast.

    Audi A1 (2012)
    Audi A1 (2012)

    Runner ups include the Audi A8 which got the second place in the luxury class and so did the A6/7 in the upper mid-size category. The R8 Spyder was left behind the winning SLS AMG Roadster in the convertible segment. Audis were seen on third places as well: the R8 in the sports car segment and the Audi A3 also came in third among all midsize models.

    Source: Audi

  • 2012 Audi A1 Quattro – 333 units worldwide

    Audi A1 Quattro will be released in limited series of just 333 examples worldwide. The special edition premium subcompact car comes with superb equipment, brutal turbocharged petrol engine, and exclusive exterior and interior.

    The A1 Quattro is powered by a directly injected, turbocharged 2.0 litre four-cylinder petrol engine with 265PS (195 kW) at 6000RPM and 350Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque from just 2500RPM. With such power, the performance is exceptional – 0 to 100 km/h in 5.7 seconds and a top speed of 245 km/h (152 mph). Furthermore, the small sports car returns up to 33.2mpg (combined cycle). The engine is mated to a quick-shifting 6-speed manual transmission.

    The electronic stability program (ESP) also includes a sport mode which sets a higher threshold for intervention, and can be switched off entirely for track use.

    The chassis of the Audi A1 quattro has been adapted to suit the dynamics of the drivetrain, and the multi-plate clutch has also been positioned on the rear axle in the interest of optimum weight distribution.

    The exterior is finished in Glacier White metallic with a high-gloss black roof. It also boasts 18” turbine alloy wheels, redesigned bumpers, grille, red painted ‘wings’ within the headlights, a large two-colour rear spoiler and two 100 mm polished exhaust tailpipes.

    A1 Quattro also has tinted LED rear lights, tinted rear windows and a contrasting black colouring for the rear hatch and rear diffuser.

    2012 Audi A1 Quattro
    2012 Audi A1 Quattro

    The interior features black Silk Nappa leather with contrasting red stitching. There are also multi-adjustable front S sport seats, integrated head restraints and Quattro logos on their backrests.

    Among the standard equipment you’ll find Xenon plus headlights, high-beam assistant, adaptive brake lights, an LED interior lighting package, light and rain sensors, the acoustic rear parking system, automatic air conditioning, a storage package, the convenience key and cruise control.

    The options list includes exceptional Infotainment kit with a CD changer, DAB digital radio, Audi Music Interface, hard disk-based MMI NAV plus, a 465 Watt 14-speaker Bose sound system with illuminated woofers in the doors and Mobile Phone Preparation High with Online Services.

    The Audi A1 Quattro will be available in Europe in the second half of 2012.

    2012 Audi A1 Quattro Interior
    2012 Audi A1 Quattro Interior

    Source: Audi

  • Audi A1 Samurai Blue

    Audi has exhibited the A1 Samurai Blue at the 42nd Tokyo Motor Show. The vehicle is specially created in honor to the Japanese national soccer team. The manufacturer plans to sell the SAMURAI BLUE as a one-off model and donate a part of the profit for a charity.

    The special edition A1 is powered by a 1.4 TFSI with 122PS (90 kW) and 200Nm (148 lb-ft). From 0 to 100 km/h in 8.9 seconds and a top speed of 203 km/h (126 mph). The car also comes with 18” alloy wheels finished in red and black equipment with contrasting stitching in blue and corresponding colorful accents for the air vent nozzles, inlays, center console and floor mats. The stance and handling are improved thanks to a sport suspension.

    An Audi A1 Limited Edition is also planned to sell in 2012, with its design based on the SAMURAI BLUE.

    Audi A1 Samurai Blue
    Audi A1 Samurai Blue

    Source: Audi

  • 2012 Audi A1 Sportback Price – £13 980

    2012 Audi A1 Sportback will become available in the UK later this month and will reach its first customers here in the spring of 2012. The 5-door city car is priced at just £13 980 OTR.

    A1 Sportback makes provision for an extra passenger – up to three can pass through its rear doors and take a seat, each of them protected by a headrest and full three-point seatbelt. The luggage compartment is also pretty good – 270 litres with the rear seats up and 920 litres, when they are folded.

    There are three trim levels – SE, Sport and S line. The options list is quite rich, too – alloy wheels, remote central locking, air conditioning, electric front and rear windows and mirrors, split folding rear seat and a six-speaker single CD Concert audio system linked to a 6.5” retractable display.

    Sport model additions include larger 16” wheels, sports suspension, sports seats, Bluetooth mobile phone preparation and a Driver’s Information System, while S line versions upgrade with extras such as an exclusive S line exterior treatment including larger 17” alloy wheels, S line sports suspension and leather and cloth combination upholstery.

    The engine range includes a choice of three TFSI petrol engines and one TDI diesel producing between 86PS and 185PS.

    The puniest is the 1.2 litre TFSI with 86PS (63 kW). There are also 1.4 litre TFSI with 122PS (90kW) and 1.4 litre twin-turbocharged TFSI with whopping 185PS (136 kW). The diesel is 1.6 litre TDI with 105PS (77 kW). Later line-up will be joined by a fifth member – the 2.0-litre TDI with 143PS (105 kW).

    2012 A1 Sportback 1.6 TDI with 105PS returns up to 74.3 mpg with just 99 g/km of CO2, while the turbocharged and supercharged 1.4 TFSI with 185PS will feature the 7-speed S tronic twin-clutch gearbox – from 0 to 100 km/h in 7 seconds and a top speed of 227 km/h (141 mph).

    Check out the full price list, below!

    2012 Audi A1 Sportback
    2012 Audi A1 Sportback

    Audi A1 Sportback pricing overview

    SE Model pricing
    Petrol – SE
    Engines Power CO2
    g/km
    Transmission Basic RRP Total RRP OTR Price
    1.2TFSI SE Manual 86PS 118 5-speed manual £11,112.50 £13,335 £13,980
    Diesel – SE
    Engines Power CO2
    g/km
    Transmission Basic RRP Total RRP OTR Price
    1.6TDI SE Manual 105PS 99 5-speed manual £11,995.83 £14,395.00 £15,040
    Sport Model pricing
    Petrol – Sport
    Engines Power CO2
    g/km
    Transmission Basic RRP Total RRP OTR Price
    1.2TFSI Sport Manual 86PS 118 5-speed manual £12,645.83 £15,175 £15,820
    1.4TFSI Sport Manual 122PS 126 6-speed manual £12,987.50 £15,585 £16,230
    1.4TFSI Sport S tronic 122PS 119 7-speed S tronic £14,195.83 £17,035 £17,680
    Diesel – Sport
    Engines Power CO2
    g/km
    Transmission Basic RRP Total RRP OTR Price
    1.6TDI Sport Manual 105PS 99 5-speed manual £13,529.17 £16,235.00 £16,880
    S line Model pricing
    Petrol – S line
    Engines Power CO2
    g/km
    Transmission Basic RRP Total RRP OTR Price
    1.2TFSI S line Manual 86PS 118 5-speed manual £13,933.33 £16,720 £17,365
    1.4TFSI S line Manual 122PS 126 6-speed manual £14,275.00 £17,130 £17,775
    1.4TFSI S line S tronic 122PS 122 7-speed S tronic £15,483.33 £18,580 £19,225
    1.4TFSI S line S tronic 185PS 139 7-speed S tronic £17,091.67 £20,510 £21,270
    Diesel – S line
    Engines Power CO2
    g/km
    Transmission Basic RRP Total RRP OTR Price
    1.6TDI S line Manual 105PS 99 5-speed manual £14,816.67 £17,780.00 £18,425

    Source: Audi