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  • Afzal Kahn and Audi Q7

    Khan-Audi-Q7-thumbAfzal Kahn has always maintained that combining technical perfection with aesthetic brilliance is his true calling. Recently, in the arsenal of his arguments, he has added yet another example – the Kahn Q7 wide track.

    A voluminous amount of exterior parts have been added to form the vision of Afzal Kahn – the front fenders are now with huge vents complemented by flaring wheel arches on both ends. The front bumper is also new with, again, more vents on it and gunmetal gray detailing. Sill plates in stainless steel complete the sides while a distinctive rear wing juts out from the top, back end. Things that feel a little bit excessive are the daytime running LED lights which sort of flood the headlights and also the liquid gold calipers. It’s a good thing that the provided Kahn RSX 22” wheels, with their complex spoke patterns, are not too reveling. As a rounding feature, Kahn design have also thrown in a stainless steel exhaust system with neat tailpipes hidden discreetly behind the new rear bumper.

    The interior has also been restyled with strong contrasting accents – The dials the seats are wrapped in black quilted perforated nappa leather red stitched and with a red line across them. The rev counter and the speedo are both respectively colored in red and cream as if the dashboard is suffering from heterochromia. However, this is the place where usually the Kahn people offer unlimited versatility. A customer is free to choose from the widest spectrum of colors imaginable for both the exterior and interior.

    Power will come from the standard Audi 3.0-liter TDI which sends 233 bhp trough an 8-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission. The price for this model here is $96 995

    Kahn Audi Q7 (2012)
    Kahn Audi Q7 (2012)
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    Source: Kahn design

  • MTM Tweaks for Audi 4.2 TDI V8

    2012-MTM-Audi-A8-TDI-thumbDiesel engines – the workhorses of the automotive industry have been undergoing a status update for several years now. It’s not that unusual to find them in executive saloons, SUV’s and even performance cars. And when one thinks about it, what’s not to like about them? They burst with torque, run smoothly, remain loyal and reliable and are very economical. All these qualities even seem to intensify when we are talking about the magnificent Volkswagen AG TDI units.

    German tuning company MTM are well aware of that but being a tuning company, they always see the potential of even more performance. Now their eyes are on the epic 4.2 TDI V8 that can be found in the Audi A8, Q7 and Touareg. The standard 350 bhp are far from insufficient but by applying an MTM special V-Cantronic, the company is able to get rid of the speed limiter and thus take the top speed up to 282 km/h. It’s a delicate procedure this and to whomever might be interested, it costs $1845 to do it (only on the A8). For a total of $2372 one can step it up a notch and amp the power to 410 bhp and 930 Nm of Torque on all vehicles with some MTM technology. Also, again only for the A8, there can be a combination of two Cantronics (an M and a V) which will break the torque barrier of 930 Nm and go even further.

    To round things up, MTM are also offering different varieties of wheels, brakes, exhaust systems and chassis components which all give the A8, Q7 and the Touareg some extra character.

    MTM Audi A8 TDI (2012)
    MTM Audi A8 TDI (2012)
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    MTM Audi Q7 TDI (2012)
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    MTM Audi Touareg TDI (2012)
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    2012 MTM Audi Touareg TDI
    2012 MTM Audi Touareg TDI

    Source: MTM

  • 2011 JE DESIGN Audi Q7 S-Line

    2011 JE DESIGN Audi Q7 S-Line thumbThe car-tuning manufacturer JE DESIGN is offering all Audi Q7 S-Line models of the Facelift generation an astonishing enhancement in exclusivity with a multipart bodywork kit and 22-inch alloy wheels. Thus the result is that is being provided more individuality and more prestige!

    The JE DESIGN bodywork kit includes door trims and aligns harmoniously with the Audi Q7’s contours and more importantly – enhances the SUV’s design. The high-class wheel arches were glued to the bodywork. Therefore the vehicle is now widened by 30 millimeters per side at the front and 40 millimeters per side at the rear. The sporty look of the Audi Q7 S-Line comes as a result of the fender extensions on the rear axle with their vent holes. Additionally there are included front-spoiler corners, a PDC-suitable (Park Distance Control) rear-apron extension, and two JE DESIGN double-tailpipe covers, all of which are fashioned from highly polished stainless steel in an attractive diamond-shape design. Moreover there is a dynamic roof wing with side covers above the C pillars. It adds more emphasis to the sporty look of the JE DESIGN “Widebody”. And if you are interested of purchasing the complete styling package, including tailpipe covers, it is available directly from the tuning manufacturer with a starting price of 7,438 euros.

    2011 JE DESIGN Audi Q7 S-Line
    2011 JE DESIGN Audi Q7 S-Line

    To make it more appealing, the designers made the wheel arches beneath the broad fenders filled out by single-part 10 x 22 inch SUV Select alloy wheel rims. To make it even more individual, the five-spoke design wheels are available in three different color schemes: matte-black, front silver matte / shadow silver, front polished / graphite matte, polished lip, and are fitted 295/30R22 tires. On the other hand there is also another option: the new JE DESIGN complete wheel set SCORPIO which is available in 10 x 22 inches. The set offers a completely new interpretation of the popular double-spoke design and is also available in the size 9 x 20 inches in matte-black with polished-silver rim flange. For both 22-inch complete wheel sets (which are available from 5,190 euros) JE DESIGN installs 30-millimeter-thick (front) and 40-millimeter-thick (rear) wheel spacers (409 euros) under the expansive wheel-arch extensions of the widebody kit. Furthermore the wheels can be made with a lowered suspension which will cost the additional 1,428 euros. To be more precise, an electronic adjustment of the Audi “adaptive air suspension” lowers the chassis by around 35 millimeters. It is of course still present the functionality of the smooth-adjustment damping system with its five different damping modes (“automatic, “comfort”, “dynamic”, “lift”, and “offroad”).

    Additional enhancements are made in terms of performance. For example, the Q7 4.2 TDI tiptronic’s 250 kW (340 PS) standard series power is increased to up to 302 kW (410 PS). This is possible thanks to optimized programming of the control electronics, which this also increase the maximum torque to 895 NM (660 lb-ft). Hence, with its new power, the SUV accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in only 6.1 seconds! In addition for only 1,499 euros you can get the JE DESIGN new control-system software. For this price you will get one-year guarantee for the engine, turbocharger, transmission, and drive train, which can be extended by a further year for just 199 euros. However this is possible only if the Audi Q7 is not older than two years and has less than 100,000 kilometers on the clock.

    The high-quality JE DESIGN accessories have received many awards in international specialist publications, are supplied with TÜV certificates, and can be entered easily into the vehicle documents. Following the performance enhancement, the Audi Q7 4.2 TDI meets statutory emissions requirements, ruling out any difficulties in the emissions test.

    2011 JE DESIGN Audi Q7 S-Line
    2011 JE DESIGN Audi Q7 S-Line
    2011 JE DESIGN Audi Q7 S-Line
    2011 JE DESIGN Audi Q7 S-Line
    2011 JE DESIGN Audi Q7 S-Line
    2011 JE DESIGN Audi Q7 S-Line
    2011 JE DESIGN Audi Q7 S-Line
    2011 JE DESIGN Audi Q7 S-Line
    2011 JE DESIGN Audi Q7 S-Line
    2011 JE DESIGN Audi Q7 S-Line
    2011 JE DESIGN Audi Q7 S-Line
    2011 JE DESIGN Audi Q7 S-Line

    Source: Je DESIGN

  • Audi Does It Again – 3.0 L TFSI V6 on Ward’s Top Ten List

    This just in: Audi’s 3.0 L TFSI supercharged V6 engine appears on Ward’s 10 Best Engines 2012 list  for a third consecutive year. WardsAuto is an automotive technology watchdog which has been gathering data and conducting analysis of engineering advancements for 85 years now.

    For Ward’s 2012 engine list, 36 “contenders” were probed for their power, technology, fuel economy, noise, vibration and harshness. Additional criteria required each engine to be in a regular-production U.S.-specification model on sale no later than first-quarter 2012 and that vehicle that carries the engine should not exceed 55 000$.

    “With so many engines featuring gasoline direct-injection and forced induction, we’re pleased to have a list that is rich in technology,” says Drew Winter, editor-in-chief of WardsAuto World (the company’s monthly magazine). “Plus, every engine reinforces the idea that even fuel-efficient vehicles must be fun to drive.”

    Audi A7 Sportback (2011)
    Audi A7 Sportback (2011)

    The TFSI provides 310 units of horsepower and the respectable 325 lb.-ft. of torque. Because of the all-aluminium structure of the engine and  four vane Roots-style supercharger, the TFSI is able to impersonate V8 behaviour while remaining an economical V6.

    In 2012, you’ll be able to find the 3.0 TFSI in cars such as the 2012 A6 sedan, 2012 Audi A7, the Audi Q7 and also in the S4 and S5.

    Source: Audi

  • speedART forged 23″ CTS for Cayenne II, Q7 and Touareg

    The tuning company speedART has introduced CTS-FOREGED 23″ alloy wheels. The weight of a monobloc wheel is just 16,7 Kg, which practically is the same like an original cast 20″ wheel.

    The multi-spoke design features bi-color paint and the wheels are protected by a clear coat which give the polished spokes a very exclusive touch.

    The dimensions are 11J x 23” and they are made especially for all Porsche Cayenne, Audi Q 7 and VW Touareg – LK 5×130. Of course, the wheels are TUV-homologated and produced in Europe under very strict regulations of quality and safety.

    Definitely, these wheels will give your SAV better looks, especially, when the rims are fitted with extremely low profile tires.

    The prices are not announced, yet.

    speedART forged 23 CTS Porsche Cayenne II
    speedART forged 23 CTS Porsche Cayenne II
    speedART forged 23 CTS
    speedART forged 23 CTS
    speedART forged 23 CTS
    speedART forged 23 CTS
    speedART forged 23 CTS

    Source: speedART

  • 2012 Audi Q3 compact SUV price – £24 560 OTR

    2012 Audi Q3 compact SUV will be available to order in the beginning of June. Deliveries will start in November, this year. Q3 is priced at £24 560 OTR and features superb technologies and innovations.

    The engine range includes four power units all combining direct fuel injection with turbo charging and all backed up by start-stop and energy recuperation systems. The 2.0 litre TFSI with either 170PS or 211PS and 2.0 litre TDI with 140PS and 177PS. The 2.0-litre TDI 140PS unit will power the front-wheel-drive model only at launch, deliveries of which will start in December, shortly after the rest of the range.

    All other powerplants will deliver to torque to quattro AWD, but regardless of the configuration secure handling will be assured by the sophisticated Electronic Stability Program with electronic differential lock, which effectively regulates torque distribution by braking individual wheels when they start to slip.

    The 2.0 TDI 140PS and 2.0 TFSI 170PS engines will be mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox as standard, while the 2.0 TDI 177PS and 2.0 TFSI 211PS units will feature a new development of the acclaimed 7-speed S tronic transmission.

    The trim levels available are : Standard, SE and S line.

    2012 Audi Q3 interior

    SE trim level includes 17” alloy wheels, contrasting exterior trim, chrome window trims, aluminium roof rails and rear parking sensors, and inside dual-zone climate control, a Concert audio system with 6.5” manually retractable colour display screen, Bluetooth interface, Audi Music Interface iPod connection and light and rain sensors .

    For a premium of £2 750 in each case, the new Audi Q3 can be upgraded to the S line specification, which includes 18” alloy wheels, S line exterior and interior styling enhancements, and xenon headlamps with LED daytime running lamps and LED rear tail lights.

    Options list features adaptive light technology for the xenon plus headlights, a high-beam assistant to intelligently illuminate the road ahead, the hard drive-based navigation system plus with seven-inch colour screen and 3D mapping and the side assist blind spot warning and lane assist lane departure warning driver aids.

    Check out the pricing in the tables, below!

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    2012 Audi Q3 Pricing:

    SE model pricing

    Engines Drive Power Transmission Recommended OTR
    2.0TDI front 140PS 6-speed Manual £24,560.00
    2.0TDI quattro 177PS 7-speed S tronic £28,460.00
    2.0TFSI quattro 170PS 6-speed Manual £25,690.00
    2.0TFSI quattro 211PS 7-speed S tronic £28,610.00

    SE  specification

    As standard all Audi Q3 models feature the following equipment:

    Engine

    • Automatic start-stop function
    • Recuperation for optimal energy utilisation
    • Efficiency tips feature in the DIS, including gearshift indicator for manual models

    Wheels, tyres and suspension

    • 17-inch 10-spoke design alloy wheels with 235/55 R17 tyres
    • Tyre mobility system
    • Locking wheel bolts

    Audio and communication

    • Concert radio with single CD player (with MP3, WMA, AAC file playback functionality) and SD card reader – 8 speakers
    • 6.5 inch display screen – manually retractable
    • Audi Music Interface
    • Bluetooth interface – for telephone connectivity and audio streaming
    • Voice dialogue system
    • Preparation for SD navigation (for SD card navigation retro-fit)

    Seats

    • Standard seats in ‘Initial’ cloth upholstery
    • Driver and front passenger seats with manual height, forward and backward adjustment
    • ISOFIX child seat mounting for front passenger (with airbag deactivation) and outer rear seats
    • Split folding rear seats

    Safety and security

    • Light and rain sensor with automatic headlight and windscreen wiper activation
    • Rear parking sensors
    • Thatcham Category 1 alarm and immobiliser
    • Remote central locking
    • Driver, front passenger and front side airbag system and sideguard airbags

    Exterior equipment

    • Contrasting exterior trim in anthracite metallic finish
    • Aluminium roof rails
    • Aluminium window trim framing the exterior side windows
    • Electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors with heated windscreen washer jets
    • Front fog lights

    Interior equipment

    • Four-spoke leather trimmed multi-function steering wheel
    • Front centre armrest
    • Driver’s Information System in monochrome
    • Dual-zone electronic climate control
    • Door sill trims with aluminium inlays
    • Luggage compartment sill protection in stainless steel
    • Monometallic inlays

    S line specification

    Wheels, tyres and suspension

    • 18-inch five-twin-spoke design alloy wheels with 235/50 R18 tyres
    • Standard suspension (S line sports suspension, lowered by 20mm, available as a no cost option)

    Seats

    • Front sports seats including electrically adjustable lumbar support
    • Black ‘Sprint’ cloth/leather upholstery with embossed S line logo in front seats

    Exterior equipment

    • Xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights and LED rear tail lights
    • S line badges on the front wings
    • S line bodystyling including S line front and rear bumpers with platinum grey rear diffuser
    • Full body colour paint finish
    • Chrome-plated trims for the exhaust tailpipes

    Interior equipment

    • S line inlays in matt-brushed aluminium
    • Three-spoke leather multi-function steering wheel

    S line model pricing

    Engines Drive Power Transmission Recommended OTR
    2.0TDI front 140PS 6-speed Manual £27,310.00
    2.0TDI quattro 177PS 7-speed S tronic £31,210.00
    2.0TFSI quattro 170PS 6-speed Manual £28,440.00
    2.0TFSI quattro 211PS 7-speed S tronic £31,360.00

    2012 Audi Q3 quattro S line

    2012 Audi Q3 quattro S line
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    2012 Audi Q3 quattro S line
    2012 Audi Q3 quattro S line
    2012 Audi Q3 quattro S line
    2012 Audi Q3 quattro S line

    Source: Audi

  • Audi Q7 refined by Project Kahn

    Audi Q7 is one of the best SAVs on the market, so Project Kahn now offers a tuning kit for it.  The wide body kit includes front wing wheel arches with vents, redesigned front and rear bumpers and nice side skirts. The big vehicle stands on 22″ Kahn RS-X alloy wheels, which complete the aggressive exterior.

    The interior boasts black quilted leather with contrasting red-stitching, red and cream-colored dials, a red and white speedometer, aluminum foot pedals and a panoramic glass roof. (more…)

  • Audi Q7 3.0 TDI quattro – luxury meets efficieny

    Audi has announced the addition of a new, ultra-efficient ride – Audi Q7 3.0 TDI – to its high-end Q7 lineup. Delivering output of 204 horsepower, the newly added luxury crossover estimates average fuel consumption of only 7.2 liters per 100 km, blowing-off hard all its direct opponents. (more…)

  • Audi unveiled Q7 30 Year Quattro Edition

    A special edition of Audi Q7 is released to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Quattro. Audi Q7 “30 year quattro” Edition is developed specially for the Italian market and offers a long list of additional equipment for the SUV.

    Some of the new equipment are the Parking System Plus – which includes a rear-view camera and a dashboard display, ), adaptive cruise control, a third row of seats in the luggage compartment, and Bluetooth connectivity. (more…)

  • Audi Q7 S-Line pimped by JE Design

    Complete body kit, optimised engine and enormous wheels for Audi Q7 S-Line from the famous tuning company JE Design. All parts come with TUV Certificate so the quality is guaranteed.

    Firstly, the 3.0 litre diesel is pumped from 233hp to 285 hp and the maximum torque raised from 500 to 550Nm and the top speed from 210 to 219 km/h. The enormous 2 300kg SUV accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.4 seconds, rather than 9.1 with the old version of the ECU settings. (more…)

  • ENCO-Exclusive presents Audi Q7 3.0 TDI

    ENCO-Exclusive, the top-end vehicles aftermarket company has revealed its latest tuning program, which trims the massive Audi Q7 3.0 TDI SUV in the latest car fashion – stealth-like appearance. (more…)

  • ABT Q7 3.0 TDI Clean Diesel

    ABT Sportsline has announced its latest tuning programme, which retrofits the recently premiered Audi Q7 3.0 TDI Facelift. (more…)