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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

Fleet News – 2010 BMW 3-Series is the most reliable car

The most reliable car is the BMW 3-Series, according to the survey, retaining its number one position from 2010, while the Honda Accord retains its second place from 2010. What is more, German brands have caught up with Japanese cars when it comes to reliability. In other words – six German brands appear in the top 10 as three of them in the top five.

The final two places in the table are taken by two cars absent from the top 10 last year, with the Mazda6 taking ninth place and the BMW 5 Series securing 10^th place. BMW also takes the top spot as the most reliable car manufacturer, with Audi taking second place.

“We are delighted to have won the overall honour in the FN50 reliability survey. The outgoing BMW 3 Series Saloon and the 3 Series range overall has been and continues to be an outstanding success for us.”, commented Tim Abbott, managing director at BMW UK.

“Awards such as this ensure customers can buy a class-leading vehicle safe in the knowledge that only years of enjoyable, hassle free motoring in a premium car await.”, he added.

The annual analysis is commissioned by Fleet News.

Check out all rankings, below!

Most reliable cars

BMW 3 Series
Honda Accord
Volkswagen Golf
Audi A3
Toyota Avensis
Nissan Qashqai
Volkswagen Passat
Audi A4
Mazda6
BMW 5 Series

Most reliable car manufacturers

BMW
Audi
Honda
Volkswagen
Toyota
Nissan
Mercedes-Benz
Ford
Lexus
Skoda

Most reliable vans

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Ford Transit Connect
Volkswagen Caddy
Ford Transit
Volkswagen Transporter

Most reliable van manufacturers

Volkswagen
Ford
Mercedes-Benz
Fiat
Renault

November 9, 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

Top Convertibles 2011

Always pointed as the category cars that gives drivers the most thrilling experience on the road, the convertible rides have walked a long way from the early ragtops with leaky roofs till the nowadays quiet, fast and extremely comfy cabrios. (more…)

November 7, 2011

Audi R18 TDI at the 6-Hour Race in China

Audi wants to boost their positions in motorsport in China, that’s why they will bring Audi R18 TDI at the 6-Hour Race in Zuhai.

In 1985 and 1986, the legendary Audi quattro won the Hong Kong-Beijing Rally two consecutive times. Audi competed with the A4 DTM at Shanghai twice. And on the debut of the sports prototypes at Zhuhai last year the spectators were thrilled by the Audi R15 TDI.

Audi R18 TDI is a true masterpiece with a number of genius engineering solutions for the ultra-lightweight design.

The big V10 is replaced with a 3.7 litres V6 TDI with sensational 540PS (397 kW). It is connected to a new 6-speed gearbox made of carbon-fiber composite material.

Weight is saved even from the headlights, which feature LED technology. Because the gearshift is no longer activated pneumatically but rather electrically, the R18 TDI requires no more pneumatic system. Optimized airflow through the cockpit should make air-conditioning redundant.

Audi fans around the world will be able to watch the ILMC finale live on the internet on Audi.tv. The broadcast from Zhuhai will start at 11 a.m. local time (4 a.m. CET) on November 13. Eurosport will broadcast the final stages of the race live from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. (CET).

Source: Audi

November 6, 2011

6th Gear Experience – £75 gift to remember – Audi R8

The UK’s leading provider of supercar driving experience days, 6th Gear Experience has announced an amazing collection of over 30 cars to choose from, five great circuits around the country, and a range of gift vouchers from only £75.

With such opportunity, you can turn someone’s dream into reality with a 6th Gear driving experience. And with on-course and in-car video and photography, 6th Gear will help ensure that everyone enjoys a highly memorable day.

The list of supercars is amazing – Murcielago LP640, Gallardo Spider, 458 Italia, 360 Challenge Stradale, Audi R8, 997 Turbo and the brutal supercharged Ariel Atom, which accelerates to 100 km/h in 3 seconds. You’ll be also able to choose from the mighty Nissan GT-R and Ford Focus RS.

There will be a choice of five great circuits – in the south at Longcross Proving Ground near Chertsey, Surrey, in the Midlands at Bruntingthorpe, Leicestershire and Prodrive near Kenilworth, in the east at Blyton Park’s new circuit in Lincolnshire, and in the north from Elvington, York.

All customers are accompanied by a fully trained race instructor and every supercar is equipped with dual brake pedals. Before driving their chosen car, everyone is given an instructor driven demonstration lap and in-car briefing.

You can get supercar driving gift vouchers through most major high street retail stores or to order online at www.6thgearexperience.com. Vouchers are valid for 10 months and redeemable at any of the company’s five UK venues.

Gift packages are priced from £75 to £795.

Be hurry and make a perfect present for you petrol head relatives and friends. A gift present for just £75 includes: An instructor driven demonstration/familiarisation lap; 3 – 4 laps (depending on location) driving one of the following supercars : Aston Martin V8 Vantage, Ferrari 360 Modena, Lamborghini Gallardo, Audi R8, Porsche 911 Turbo or supercharged Ariel Atom; A certificate of supercar driving.

Source: 6^th Gear Experience

November 2, 2011

Audi RS5 Coupe vs tuned Audi S5 Sportback

Another hard choice – Audi RS5 Coupe or tuned Audi S5 Sportback. Although the second car has two more doors, it is not less sporty, at all.

Firstly, Audi RS5 has a brutal 4.2 liter naturally aspirated V8 with 450PS (331 kW) at 6000RPM and 430Nm (317 lb-ft) at 4000RPM. The redline of the engine is all the way up to 8250RPM. It is mated to a 7-speed S-tronic gearbox, which sends the power to Quattro all-wheel-drive system.

The performance – 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) with speed governor and 278 km/h (173 mph) with optional package.

The car stands on enormous 19” forged aluminum wheels with 265/35-series tires as standard. Customers can also upgrade to 20” wheels with 275/30-series tires as an option. Behind them, there are humongous ventilated wave brake discs – 365 millimeters up front with 8-piston calipers. However, you can order carbon fiber-ceramic discs up front as an option.

Audi RS5 also comes with complete aerodynamics package including sporty front bumper, a new rear bumper with diffuser and a pair of modified side skirts. There is also an interior sport package including leather seats, steering wheel and some elements and logos all over.

Audi RS5 Coupe is priced at €77 700, which is a lot, but it worth every single cent.

On the other hand, we have a nice S5 Sportback with a tuning package from Senner.

It is powered by a 3.0 liter turbocharged V6 with 333PS (245 kW) at 5500RPM and 440Nm (325 lb-ft) of torque at just 2900RPM. After some small modifications like air filter, sport exhaust system including an additional muffler and X-Pipe of stainless steel with the enlarged pipe diameter to 63.5 mm and 4 exhaust pipes of 90×70 mm, and of course an ECU re-map. The power has been increased to a hefty – 445PS (327 kW) and 530Nm (393 lb-ft).

Senner S5 Sportback also comes with Elegant TS-7 wheels in sizes 9.5J x 20” up front and 11J x 20” at the rear fitted with Conti Sport Contact 5P tires in dimensions 255/30 R20 and 295/25 R20, respectively.

The car is finished in black mettalic paint with bright borders, as well as moldings and racks for windows, including a fog-light frame in the same color.

The suspension received adjustable screw thread B16 PSS10 from Bilstein with the possibility of height, pull rate and pressure adjustment in “Senner-tuning”, which is responsible for the low suspension: about 40 mm on the front axle and 35 mm on the rear axle.

The total cost of the upgrades is €15 000 and the original S5 Sportback costs €57 900, so the combined price is “just” €72 900, which is almost 5 thousand less than RS5.

Again, it is very difficult to choose, whether you’ll have the brutal RS5 with its mighty V8 or the more “normal” tuned S5.

November 1, 2011

2012 Audi Q3 – Crash Test

Audi Q3 has earned the maximum 5-star rating from Euro NCAP. 2012 Audi Q3 is the safest vehicle in its category. It managed to pass all tests for passive safety – adult safety in a side, frontal or rear collision, for child safety and pedestrian protection.

The 2012 Audi Q3 will certainly come with front side airbags and curtain side airbags, plus full power assists. There is also a fasten seatbelt reminder for the front and the rear seat passengers.

The pedestrian protection is at very high level, too. Audi Q3 comes with standard daytime running lights, which provide greater visibility, especially for pedestrians.

Safety assistance systems include ESP (Electronic Stability Program) with Audi active lane assist and Audi side impact.

2012 Q3 is priced at £24 560 OTR and features superb technologies and innovations. It will be available from November with 2.0 TDI 140PS and 2.0 TFSI 170PS engines. A 6-speed manual gearbox is 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.

Check out the crash test video, below!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1WiEzOLQQs

Source: Crashtest via Youtube

October 27, 2011

2012 Audi A4

Audi has officially introduced the new 2012 A4 facelift including A4 Sedan, the A4 Avant, the A4 Allroad Quattro and the S4.

The car comes with completely new exterior featuring a new front fascia with a new grille, new headlights and different front hood. Out back, there is a new diffuser, new taillights and a dual exhaust system. The sport package – S line comes with a lowered suspension and 18” alloy wheels as you may order 19”.

The modifications have changed the dimensions only by a few millimeters. The A4 Sedan and the Avant each have a length of 4 700 mm, while the A4 allroad quattro and the S4 are 4 720 mm long. The wheelbases for all models are 2 810 mm, and the width is 1 830 mm and 1 840 mm, respectively. The height varies between 1 410 mm and 1 500 mm depending on the body version.

There is a selection of 15 paint finishes, including four new tones. The Sedan and the Avant offer the S line exterior package, while the Avant also includes a roof spoiler.

The interior boasts a selection of new steering wheels with chrome and high-gloss inlays. The steering arm and the ignition key have been modified. High-gloss applications and the slender chrome trim at the controls add elegance to the interior. There are also some changes to the MMI Navigation Plus. Improvements are made to the automatic transmission, the efficient air conditioning systems, Audi drive select and the multifunction steering wheel. The seat heating and air conditioning are now directly operated at the respective buttons. The interior of the S line sport package comes in black, refined with high-quality applications.

The engine range includes 2.0 liter TDI with either 136PS (100 kW) or 163PS (120 kW). In addition, three other four-cylinder diesel engines are available – with 120PS (88 kW), 143PS (105 kW) and 177PS (130 kW). The mighty V6 3.0 TDI develops either 204PS (150 kW) or 245PS (180kW). All engines are improved to bring better fuel efficiency ranging from 4.2 liters to 4.8 liters of fuel per 100 km.

The new 1.8 liter TFSI delivers 170PS (125 kW) and 320Nm (236 lb-ft) of torque. You can also opt for a 1.8 TFSI with 120PS (88 kW) or a 2.0 liter TFSI with 211PS (155 kW). The 3.0 liter variant delivers 272PS (200 kW). The average consumption in the A4 Sedan is limited to 5.6 liters per 100 km.

The top-of-range S4 comes with the same supercharged 3.0-liter TFSI V6 with 333 PS (245 kW) and 440Nm (324 lb-ft) of torque. 0 to 100 km/h in 5.0 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). The fuel efficiency is very nice for such performance – 8.0 litres per 100 km.

The modified Audi S4 is identifiable from the changes to the headlights, the bumpers, the air inlets and colors. The interior also contains subtle changes in appearance. The S sport suspension and 18” wheels featured on the S4 deliver outstanding road grip.

All A4 variants roll off the assembly line on elegant aluminum wheels. Depending on the engine version, they are 16” or 17” in size. The tires are with optimized rolling resistance belong to the 205/60 and 225/50 series. The A4 3.0 TFSI has 18” wheels with 245/40 R18 series tires. The line of options ranges to 19” with 255/35 R19 series tires. Four of the 18” wheels are new designs. The A4 allroad quattro offers four independent designs.

2012 Audi A4 A4 2.0 TFSI is priced from just 35 425 EURO.

Source: Audi

October 27, 2011

Senner Audi A1 S-Line

Senner Tuning AG has shown its unique sense of creativity by adding new rear apron to Audi A1 S-line exterior pack. Somewhat, this part was neglected by the manufacturer, but Senner’s enhancement greatly improves the overall performance of the latter.

The Rear Apron Insert is produced from top-quality, glass-fiber-reinforced polymeric material FGPC, therefore it is light and crashproof. The car also features extra fine fit 9-mm tail exhaust tail pipes on the right and left of the plant-manufactured exhaust system. In order to get an approval from the Technical Supervision Association the papers are now being prepared.

The Insert can be glued and bolted to the original rear apron as the series reflectors must be retained.

The price of delivery set is 299.90 EURO.

Source: Senner Tuning

October 20, 2011

Hofele Design Audi SR 8

Hofele Design has revealed their tuning program for Audi’s flagship – the A8 D4. The name of the project is SR8 suits perfect to the mighty look of the big car.

Hofele-Design Audi SR8 comes with an aggressive body kit including a complete front bumper with original RS5 mesh inserts, a rear apron with diffuser, a 4-tube sports muffler and a rear trunk spoiler.

The car stands on enormous 9J x 20” or 10J x 22” alloy wheels fitted with low profile performance tires. The electronic speed-related lowering module ETS lowers the Audi A8 with air suspension up to 40mm. The system is only active on speeds under 70 km/h, on speeds over 70 km/h the system is deactivated to give the chassis its full comfort and security.

The mighty 4.2 liter V8 FSI is boosted from 372 PS to 390 PS and the 4.2 TDI CR is tuned from 350 PS to 390 PS and sensational 900 NM.

The interior boasts a bi-colour leather interior. The two-coloured seats have a quilted stripe made of soft nappa leather which crosses the seats in the middle. This wonderful masterpiece is available with special stitching and as a combination of different premium materials like smooth leather, rough leather or Alcantara (ecsaine / ultrasuede). Also available are leather-covered door panels and a steering wheel.

Source: Hofele Design

October 14, 2011

2012 Audi TT Coupe 1.8 TFSI Sport Price – £24 070

Audi now offers the new Audi TT Coupe 1.8 TFSI model generously equipped to either Sport or S line specification, and available with either 6-speed manual or 7-speed S tronic transmissions.

The 1.8 litre turbocharged petrol engine delivers 160PS (118 kW) at 4500RPM and 250Nm (185 lb-ft) of torque at just 1500RPM. 0 to 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds with the manual gearbox and 7.1 seconds with the S-tronic transmission. The top speed is 225 km/h (140 mph). The fuel consumption is superb – 44.1 mpg on combined cycle.

The extensive equipment list already offered by Sport models, and further embellished in S line versions, is carried over unchanged to the new 1.8 TFSI. For Sport models it includes 17” alloy wheels, electronic climate control, leather and Alcantara combination upholstery and a Concert audio system with single CD player and MP3/iPod connectivity.

S line versions upgrade with features including 18” alloy wheels, lowered S line sports suspension, a short-shift gearbox for manual versions, S line exterior and interior detailing and xenon headlights with LED daytime running lamps.

The top-of-range Black Edition specification takes S line as its basis and is available exclusively for 2.0-litre TFSI and TDI versions. It adds 19” alloy wheels, a black styling treatment for the single frame grille surround and number plate holder, dark tinted rear privacy glass for Coupe models, acoustic rear parking sensors for Roadsters, a Bluetooth phone interface and an upgraded Symphony audio system linked to a BOSE premium sound system.

Check out the full price list, below!

2012 Audi TT Price:

TT Coupe	OTR
1.8 TFSI Sport manual	£24,070
1.8 TFSI S line manual	£26,060
1.8 TFSI Sport S tronic	£25,550
1.8 TFSI S line S tronic	£27,540
2.0 TFSI Sport manual	£27,140
2.0 TFSI Sport S tronic	£28,620
2.0 TFSI S line manual	£29,130
2.0 TFSI S line S tronic	£30,610
2.0 TFSI Black Edition manual	£30,380
2.0 TFSI Black Edition S tronic	£31,860
2.0 TFSI quattro Sport S tronic	£30,150
2.0 TFSI quattro S line S tronic	£32,140
2.0 TFSI quattro Black Edition S tronic	£33,390
2.0 TDI quattro Sport manual	£28,300
2.0 TDI quattro S line manual	£30,290
2.0 TDI quattro Black Edition manual	£31,540
2.0 TDI quattro Sport S tronic	£29,795
2.0 TDI quattro S line S tronic	£31,785
2.0 TDI quattro Black Edition S tronic	£33,035

TTS Coupe 2.0 TFSI manual	£35,605
TTS Coupe 2.0 TFSI S tronic	£37,085
TTS Coupe Black Edition 2.0 TFSI manual	£36,855
TTS Coupe Black Edition 2.0 TFSI S tronic	£38,335

TT RS Coupe 2.5 TFSI manual	£45,840
TT RS Coupe 2.5 TFSI S tronic	£47,185

Source: Audi

October 13, 2011

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