Audi A8 Hybrid Concept 2010

Power like a big V6, fuel economy like a modest four-cylinder unit - Audi presents the Audi A8 Hybrid Concept as a technology concept at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. Its two propulsion units - a 2.0 TFSI and an electric motor - develop a total output of 180 kW (245 hp) of system power and 480 Nm (354.03 lb-ft) of torque. This enables the Audi A8 Hybrid to accelerate in 7.6 seconds from zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) and to achieve a top speed of 235 km/h (146.02 mph). Yet its average fuel consumption amounts to only 6.2 liters (37.94 US mpg) per 100 km - the CO2 equivalent is 144 grams per km (231.75 g/mile).

The technology of the Audi A8 Hybrid Concept

The combustion engine of the Audi A8 Hybrid Concept is the 2.0 TFSI - a high-tech powerplant. This four-cylinder unit, which has been named "Engine of the Year" five times in a row since 2005, is an example of Audis downsizing philosophy. It combines direct fuel injection with turbocharging and the AVS Audi valvelift system, which regulates the valve lift in two stages. In combination with the adjustable intake camshaft, the Audi valvelift system improves cylinder charging and ensures spontaneous and powerful torque build-up. The 2.0 TFSI delivers 155 kW (211 hp) and 350 Nm (258.15 lb-ft); the torque value remains constant from 1,500 to 4,200 rpm.

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Next Generation Audi Q7 to be 350 Kgs Lighter

Audi is working on the next generation of Q7.One of the important areas Audi is developing is to reduce the weight of the big SUV.Audi Q7 is the Flag ship SUV from Audi.Next generation of Q7 will be 350 Kgms lighter than the current Generation.Next Generation Audi Q7 is build on the new Modular Longitudinal Matrix (MLM) Platform.Q7 will also share this platform for the Next generation Porsche Cayenne,Bentley continental and also the new SUV from Bentley.

Chassis of the next Generation Q7 has numbers of materials to reduce the weight.Such as Aluminum,steel and carbon fiber.This will reduce the bare body shell weight of Q7 around 200 kgm.Riveting and bonding techniques will be used for the construction of Q7.Further weight will be reduced in engine and transmissions area.Audi is also developing new models to expand the Q range.A new Coupe SUV which slots in between Q3 and Q5.Then there is another small Cross over SUV below Q3 which will be the Q1.Next Generation Audi Q7 is expected to be launched in 2014. 

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Audi Q5 Facelift Launched at RS 43 16 Lakhs

Audi Q5 Facelift launched in India.This will be the first Audi to launch in 2013 on India and also the first Luxury product to be launched this year.Audi Q5 facelift comes with exterior,interior and engines changes.Basic Design of the Q5 is maintained.Audi Q5 facelift get new Head lamps with completely new Day time running LEDs.Audi Q5 facelift get the new trapezoidal design for bumpers.On the side Q5 facelift Looks same like the old Q5.

On the Rear Q5 Facelift get new Tail lamps.New Flat bottomed Tail pipes with chrome in it gives more Luxurious Look.To reduce the weight of Audi used Aluminum for the construction of Hood and Tail gate.On the inside Audi Q5 facelifts get new Electro Mechanical Steering wheel which gives more feed back at higher speed.Infotainment also get updates.New Audi Q5 Facelift interior is available in two colors Milano Leather Beige or Black.

Audi Q5 Facelift is available with Audi offroad package.Audi has also given their permanent All wheel drive Quattro system.Audi Q5 facelift is powered by 1 petrol and 2 Diesel engines.Petrol engine is the 2.0 TFSI which makes 211 BHP of power and 350 NM of torque.The Diesel engines are 2.0 L TDI which makes 170 BHP of power and 250 NM of torque.

The 3.0 TDI engine which makes 240 BHP of power and 500 NM of torque.All these engines get Direct fuel injection and Turbo charging.All the engines are mated to a 7 speed Automatic gearbox.Fuel efficiency of all the engines upby 15 %.Audi has given 6 colors for Q5 Facelift in India.Audi Q5 Facelift is priced at RS 43.16 lakhs Ex-showroom Delhi.