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Monday, December 31, 2012
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Friday, December 21, 2012
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Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Monday, December 17, 2012
Audi Q5 Hybrid
Audi announces the Q5 Hybrid
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Audi has been the “yes-we-will, no-we-won’t” carmaker when it comes to hybrid
vehicles. Since 2007, company executives have made several announcements stating
the arrival of either the Q7 Hybrid full-size sport utility or the smaller Q5
Hybrid crossover, and then reneging. As part of the Volkswagen group, along with
Porsche, Audi has dissed hybrids and championed diesel. The lukewarm attitude
surfaced in 2009 in a quote from Wolfgang Hatz, head of powertrain development
for the VW group. “We have to do hybrids to show people that we are able to do
them.”
Well finally, after all the stumbling about, Audi indeed will show people
that it is able to do a hybrid when the 2012 Q5 Hybrid arrives at dealer
showrooms this fall. Actually, the German automaker showed people it was able to produce not only a hybrid vehicle, but a plug-in diesel hybrid back in 1997. The Audi Duo III, AKA A4 Duo, followed three previous Duo hybrid concepts dating back to 1989. The Duo III used a 1.9-liter TDI diesel engine and a 21 kW (28 horsepower) electric motor with a cabin switch to change between the engine and electric motor. Fuel economy wasn’t much improved compared to the standard 1.9-liter diesel, and coupled with a high price there were few buyers. Around 60-65 were produced.
The Duo III may have flopped, but the Q5 Hybrid is positioned to have success. In addition to saving fuel—the Q5’s combined EPA fuel economy could approach 26-27 mpg versus the gasoline model’s 22 mpg—the Q5 Hybrid teems with engineering, technology and performance. Seeing hybrid technology spread further into the luxury market is certainly welcome. It appears that Audi is changing direction and the Q5 Hybrid is a nod toward gas-electric technology (although Audi still likes diesels).
Under The Hood
Under the Q5 Hybrid’s aluminum hood, the main power producer is Audi’s 2.0-liter direct injected and turbocharged four-cylinder TFSI engine. Direct injection is a state-of-the-art feature that precisely distributes fuel directly into the cylinders, maximizing power and fuel economy and minimizing emissions. Turbocharging is an engine downsizing method that reduces engine displacement by forced air induction.
Audi’s Quattro all-wheel drive (AWD) system is standard on the Q5 Hybrid, and during normal driving conditions 60 percent of the torque is directed to the rear wheels. Unlike some other AWD hybrids, Quattro is the real deal with a driveshaft and rear differential. And the transmission’s design allows power from either the engine or electric motor to be directed to the rear axle.
Audi joins other manufacturers in the move away from the continuously variable transmission (CVT) employed by most hybrid vehicles. It is a less costly approach and is helping bring hybrids to mainstream vehicles.
Completing the hybrid system is a 72-cell lithium-ion battery pack tucked under the rear cargo floor where the spare tire normally resides. At 266 watts, its nominal energy is 1.3 kWh and its output 39 kW. In typical German engineering fashion, the battery is cooled two ways. Under normal conditions, it’s cooled by air from the Q5’s cabin; but if it gets too hot, a separate refrigerant line connected to the air conditioner kicks in.
Exterior And Interior
The Q5 Hybrid’s body styling is not ground breaking, but its excellent proportions, smooth lines and bold grille make it one of the most appealing luxury compact sport utilities on the market. Refined fender flares and slightly angular cut headlights add an air of resolve.
Inside, the cabin is the essence of German luxury. Audi puts emotional quality into its leather, trim pieces and switches and designers created a light and spacious interior. It is elegant in appearance, the build quality is of the customary superb standard. The cockpit has a bias towards the driver; its controls can be operated with intuitive ease.
Like the outside, the Hybrid’s interior has minimal changes. The large speedometer remains on the right side of the instrument cluster, but on the left side, the tachometer is replaced with a power meter that shows the driver the overall output of the system. Between the two gauges, the multi media information (MMI) display now includes a pictogram showing which part of the hybrid system is operating, The other change is an almost hard to find “E” mode button on the center console. The E mode setting gives priority to the electric motor in urban driving.
Seating, as expected, is comfortable but even though the rear bench seat can slide fore and aft by about four inches, some rear seat passengers may find that legroom is short. The 16.24 cubic feet cargo volume behind the rear seat easily expands to 52.27 cubic feet with the rear seat folded.
It’s a given that all of the power convenience features are standard as is leather seating, cruise control, air conditioning, a navigation system, Bluetooth connectivity and a Bang & Olufsen audio system with a USB interface for iPod or MP3 players.
On The Road
Engine output of the Q5 Hybrid’s four cylinder is 211 horsepower, with the maximum torque of 258 pound feet available at 1500 to 4200 rpm. The electric motor adds another 54 horsepower and 155 pounds feet starting at one rpm. When both power sources are combined, the net output rates at 245 horsepower and 354 ponds-feet of torque. This promises that hybrid and boring are no longer synonymous. Indeed, Audi claims that 0 to 60-mph acceleration is 7 seconds flat.
The driver has the choice of three operational modes. With the gear selector in “D”, the Q5 Hybrid works to optimize the motor and engine for fuel economy. In the “S” position, the mapping changes towards performance and sporty driving where the paddles of the tiptronic transmission can be used. Pushing the EV button at the bottom of the center stack gives priority to electric drive at low speeds, such as city driving.
About that electric only propulsion, from a stop, if the battery pack has an adequate charge, the Q5 Hybrid will ease away under electric power. If your hybrid driving skills are honed, electric only driving range is about 1.8 miles if a steady 37 mph is maintained. Mash the go pedal and electric power will take you to 62 mph, then the gas engine takes over.
Like hybrid systems used in the Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid and Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid, the Q5 Hybrid’s system has a unique hydraulic clutch between the engine and motor that disengages the engine so it can shut down under light loads. The electric motor then takes up the load until the engine restarts. Engineers call the result “sailing”—for the quiet sensation of speed using only electric power. This operational mode is engaged when the driver lifts off the accelerator at highway cruising speeds, up to a maximum of 100 mph. Combine the sailing capability with the top two overdrive gears of the transmission and the benefit is a gain in highway fuel economy, a result not associated with hybrids.
Economics
Audi likes to say that the 2012 Q5 Hybrid has four-cylinder fuel economy with V-6-like power. Based on the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC), which gives more weight to start-stop driving than the EPA test cycle does, Audi says combined fuel economy is 34 mpg. Expect EPA estimates at around 25-26 mpg city/ 27-28 mpg highway and a combined rating in the neighborhood of 26-27 mpg. That’s a significant 5-6 mpg improvement over the four-cylinder gas-powered Q5. In comparison to other luxury sport utility and crossovers, the Q5 Hybrid bests the BMW ActiveHybrid X6, Mercedes ML 450 Hybrid 4Matic, Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid and is just shy of the Lexus 450h AWD.
Pricing for the 2012 Q5 Hybrid won’t be released until closer to launch this fall, but best guess is it will start at around $50,000 -$52,000. That places it at least $5,000 more than the Lexus RX 450h and around $3,000 less than the Mercedes 450 Hybrid 4Matic, which will be the closest competitors.
The Audi Q5 Hybrid is an example of how the company is keeping its focus on luxury and performance, while integrating slow steady fuel efficiency improvements, which, by the way, come with the package. It’s an Audi first, and a hybrid second.
Prices are Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) at time of writing and do not include destination charges, taxes or licensing.
Friday, December 14, 2012
2013 Audi S8: Executive Class Power! - Ignition Episode 40
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Thursday, December 13, 2012
Audi S5 wins Ward’s 10 Best Engines Award
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Award marks fourth consecutive win for
Audi 3.0 TFSI® Supercharged V6 engine
Audi today announced that the Audi S5 has been named a
winner in the 19th annual Ward’s 10 Best Engines competition. This marks the
fourth consecutive win for the Audi 3.0 TFSI V6 engine. WardsAuto editors tested
40 vehicles and scored each engine based on power, noise, vibration,
drivability, packaging, fuel economy, technical relevance and specifications.
“Audi TFSI engines have been disproving the myth that bigger is automatically better in terms of engine performance since 2002,” said Scott Keogh, President, Audi of America. “This distinction from Ward’s demonstrates how Audi continues to lead the industry with high performing engines that are powerful, yet fuel efficient.”
“It’s hard these days for engines to stay on our list for two or three years, but the Audi S5’s 3.0L supercharged V6 has managed four straight years, and it does so with stunning grace and power. This engine does everything well – it’s quiet at idle and potent when prodded – in a number of vehicle applications,” said Tom Murphy, Executive Editor, WardsAuto World. “The TFSI V6 has everything to do with Audi’s success in the U.S. In the S5, this first-rate engine and transmission go together with the chassis like a Vulcan mind meld.”
Audi will be among those honored at an awards ceremony to be held during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on January 16th.
The Audi S5 represents the rapid advancements of Audi powertrain development, and overall trend of downsized engines among this year’s winners. The all-aluminum engine generates an impressive 333 horsepower and 325 lb.-ft. of torque at 5,500 rpm while at the same time delivering excellent fuel efficiency. The Audi 3.0 liter TFSI V6 engine benefits from the combination of FSI® direct injection and supercharging to create impressive torque generated over a wide range of the torque curve, making full power usable at any speed. In most cases, FSI combined with supercharging can outperform V8 engines and are more fuel efficient than four-cylinder engines.
The 3.0 TFSI V6 engine powers a total of seven Audi vehicles including the Audi S5, the A8 luxury sedan, A7 5-door coupe, A6, Q7 full-size luxury sport-utility vehicle, Q5 mid-size sport-utility vehicle, as well as the S4 luxury-sport sedan.
To be eligible for a Ward’s 10 Best Engines award, an engine must be all-new or significantly improved and be available in a production vehicle that will be on sale by first-quarter 2013. The base price of eligible vehicles is capped at $55,000.
ABOUT AUDI OF AMERICA
Audi of America, Inc. and its U.S. dealers offer a full line of German-engineered luxury vehicles. AUDI AG is among the most successful luxury automotive brands globally. During 2010 Audi was the top performing luxury brand in Europe, and broke all-time company sales records in the U.S. Over the next few years, AUDI AG will invest nearly $16 billion on new products and technologies. Visit www.audiusa.com or www.audiusanews.com for more information regarding Audi vehicle and business issues.
ABOUT WARDSAUTO
WardsAuto is a world-leading provider of auto industry news, data and analysis, having served the industry's information needs for more than 85 years. WardsAuto World is a monthly magazine serving automotive professionals around the world. The twice-monthly newsletter Ward’s Engine & Vehicle Technology Update provides analysis of engineering advancements and technical issues. WardsAuto.com is an online subscription service delivering - all the industry news, data and analysis compiled by Ward’s Automotive Group, the world’s leader in automotive industry information. A Southfield, MI-based division of Penton Media, Inc., Ward's Automotive Group also publishes the weekly industry newsletter Ward's Automotive Reports, the monthly magazine WardsAuto Dealer Business, and offers a wealth of other automotive information services including reference annuals, online databases, and customized data reports.
“Audi TFSI engines have been disproving the myth that bigger is automatically better in terms of engine performance since 2002,” said Scott Keogh, President, Audi of America. “This distinction from Ward’s demonstrates how Audi continues to lead the industry with high performing engines that are powerful, yet fuel efficient.”
“It’s hard these days for engines to stay on our list for two or three years, but the Audi S5’s 3.0L supercharged V6 has managed four straight years, and it does so with stunning grace and power. This engine does everything well – it’s quiet at idle and potent when prodded – in a number of vehicle applications,” said Tom Murphy, Executive Editor, WardsAuto World. “The TFSI V6 has everything to do with Audi’s success in the U.S. In the S5, this first-rate engine and transmission go together with the chassis like a Vulcan mind meld.”
Audi will be among those honored at an awards ceremony to be held during the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on January 16th.
The Audi S5 represents the rapid advancements of Audi powertrain development, and overall trend of downsized engines among this year’s winners. The all-aluminum engine generates an impressive 333 horsepower and 325 lb.-ft. of torque at 5,500 rpm while at the same time delivering excellent fuel efficiency. The Audi 3.0 liter TFSI V6 engine benefits from the combination of FSI® direct injection and supercharging to create impressive torque generated over a wide range of the torque curve, making full power usable at any speed. In most cases, FSI combined with supercharging can outperform V8 engines and are more fuel efficient than four-cylinder engines.
The 3.0 TFSI V6 engine powers a total of seven Audi vehicles including the Audi S5, the A8 luxury sedan, A7 5-door coupe, A6, Q7 full-size luxury sport-utility vehicle, Q5 mid-size sport-utility vehicle, as well as the S4 luxury-sport sedan.
To be eligible for a Ward’s 10 Best Engines award, an engine must be all-new or significantly improved and be available in a production vehicle that will be on sale by first-quarter 2013. The base price of eligible vehicles is capped at $55,000.
ABOUT AUDI OF AMERICA
Audi of America, Inc. and its U.S. dealers offer a full line of German-engineered luxury vehicles. AUDI AG is among the most successful luxury automotive brands globally. During 2010 Audi was the top performing luxury brand in Europe, and broke all-time company sales records in the U.S. Over the next few years, AUDI AG will invest nearly $16 billion on new products and technologies. Visit www.audiusa.com or www.audiusanews.com for more information regarding Audi vehicle and business issues.
ABOUT WARDSAUTO
WardsAuto is a world-leading provider of auto industry news, data and analysis, having served the industry's information needs for more than 85 years. WardsAuto World is a monthly magazine serving automotive professionals around the world. The twice-monthly newsletter Ward’s Engine & Vehicle Technology Update provides analysis of engineering advancements and technical issues. WardsAuto.com is an online subscription service delivering - all the industry news, data and analysis compiled by Ward’s Automotive Group, the world’s leader in automotive industry information. A Southfield, MI-based division of Penton Media, Inc., Ward's Automotive Group also publishes the weekly industry newsletter Ward's Automotive Reports, the monthly magazine WardsAuto Dealer Business, and offers a wealth of other automotive information services including reference annuals, online databases, and customized data reports.
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Saturday, December 8, 2012
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Friday, December 7, 2012
The new Audi RS 6 Avant
Powerful twin-turbo V8: 4.0 TFSI with 412 kW (560 hp) and 700 Nm (516.29
lb-ft)
Reduced weight for greater efficiency and stronger performance
0 – 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 3.9 seconds, top speed 305 km/h (189.52
mph)
The new Audi RS 6 Avant stands for groundbreaking
performance. It is lighter and more efficient than the previous model, and
performance has been improved once again. The sprint from 0 to 100 km/h (62.14
mph) takes just 3.9 seconds, and top speed is 305 km/h (189.52 mph). The 4.0
TFSI develops 412 kW (560 hp), but is content with an average fuel consumption
of just 9.8 liters per 100 kilometers (24.00 US mpg).
Thursday, December 6, 2012
Saturday, December 1, 2012
new diesel
Audi Introduces New 240HP 3.0-liter V6 Diesel for A6, A7, A8 and Q5 SUV in the U.S
While extremely popular in Europe, for a long time, diesel-powered passenger cars were a non-entity in the U.S. automotive business. Furthermore, it was more likely to see pink flamingos parading in Times Square than a premium brand automobile with a diesel engine under its hood.
Today, things are quite different. Diesel engines are nothing like they used to be, nor are gasoline prices, so manufacturers are not afraid to add diesel variants to their U.S. line-up.
Audi, for one, introduced no less than four new models fitted with its new 3.0-liter “clean” V6 diesel at the LA Auto Show. The TDI unit is already available in the updated Q7 full-size SUV since September and will go on sale in the 2014MY A8 flagship saloon from next spring and in the A6, A7 and Q5 in fall 2013.
The engine has an output of 240HP and 406 lb-ft (550 Nm) of torque and, according to the German carmaker, enables each of its models to improve fuel economy and lower CO2 emissions by 30 percent compared to gasoline engine-powered versions.
"Owners of Audi TDI engines have helped save over 4 million gallons of gasoline, or the equivalent of more than 240,000 barrels of foreign oil, since the introduction of Audi TDI to the U.S. in 2009", said the president of Audi North America Scott Keogh. "TDI technology delivers better fuel efficiency without sacrificing performance”, he added.
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