McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

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By Caitlin Duffy – October 29, 2015

Audi RS7 360° Gif Made From Pumpkin Cameras

There are plenty of ways that you can incorporate a pumpkin into holiday marketing to capture the spirit of Halloween, but Audi just took use of the orange gourd to an entirely new level.In a Tweet and YouTube video shared today, Audi showed off a 360° gif of the RS7. It's grainy, black and white and choppy. But when you consider the fact that these images were captured by pumpkin cameras, this gif becomes pretty impressive. From the race track to the pumpkin patch, #HappyHalloween from #Audi. https://t.co/QtyTTgTH78 — Audi (@Audi) October 29, 2015 Yes, pumpkin cameras. These pictures were captured by cameras made of pumpkins. Through the use of centuries-old tech, Audi's team turned somewhere from 20 to 25 pumpkins into pinhole cameras. I'll admit, I had to turn to Wikipedia for a quick explanation of what a pinhole camera is, since, at 25 years old, I've spent far more time around DSLRs than anything using film.For those who are unfamiliar with pinhole cameras, like I was, you can read the whole article here, but in quick summary it's a light-proof box with one small hole on one side. An image is projected opposite of the small hole onto photographic film, which is then developed in a dark room, just like in the good ol' days. These images can take anywhere from a few seconds to a few hours to capture.(See Also: 2016 Audi A8 L 4.0T Sport Revealed)So, Audi made these pinhole cameras out of pumpkins. Then they set the pumpkins up in a complete circle around an RS7 on a white backdrop. Then they developed the film, digitized the images and compiled them into an eerie gif for Halloween, served up fresh to you on social media.Check out the video and gif, then find your own Audi for pinhole camera practice from our exclusive listings.Audis For Sale (via YouTube, Twitter, Wikipedia) See More Audi News

By Caitlin Duffy – October 26, 2015

2016 Audi A8 L 4.0T Sport Revealed

2016 will mark the 22nd year that Audi has produced the A8, and they're bringing it to market at full power with the A8 L 4.0T Sport. A daily driver capable of 450 hp, this muscular new A8 will undoubtedly be a popular model.The German manufacturer released the new A8's details in a press release today, sharing that the increased power comes courtesy of engine enhancements. The twin turbo 4.0T V8 is able to produce an additional 15 hp when compared to last year's Sport edition, and the added power is reflected in a more aggressive design. Suspension was lowered, rocker panels were widened and the bumper has been reshaped, all making for a more dynamic appearance.The interior is made more comfortable with additions throughout, from the top of the car to the bottom wheels. A panoramic sunroof is surrounded by Alcantara headliner, and acoustic glazing on the windows provides a dimmed, warm feeling inside the car. Those who opt for the Executive or Luxury package will see 22-way Comfort seats in their A8 "with Valcona leather and a sporty diamond pattern stitching."(See Also: 2016 Audi RS 6 Avant Performance and RS 7 Sportback Performance)Pricing for this new A8 will start at $90,500, excluding destination charges, taxes, title, additional options and dealer charges. Find an Audi dealer near your or another one of the marque's popular models from our exclusive listings at the button below.Audis For Sale (Source: Audi) See More Audi News

By Andrew Nabors – October 22, 2015

2016 Audi RS 6 Avant performance and RS 7 Sportback perfo...

It appears as if the gasoline engineers at Audi have been hard at work. According to a press release issued earlier today, the 4.0-liter V8 found among their upper-level models has been boosted to 605 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque. That is amazing power from a tiny V8, and it will be used in the upcoming RS 6 Avant performance and RS 7 Sportback performance cars. Dynamic photo,Colour: Ascari BlueAlthough they won’t be sold in the US, these two promise models world class performance. 3.7 seconds is all you will need to reach 62 mph from a standstill, and after 12 seconds your speedometer will be passing 125 mph. Thanks to being only 4.0-liters, fuel economy is a very respectable 24.8 mpg. Both models are arriving with adaptive air suspension that rides 0.8 inches lower than their predecessors. This will help aerodynamics at high speed, because the limiter has been raised to 189.5 mph.(See Also: Land Rover Unveils Two New Special Edition Discoverys)Pricing for the RS 6 Avant performance will start at €117,000 and the RS 7 Sportback performance will be €121,700 (in Germany). Any engine changes to an imported car require a tedious and expensive EPA re-certification, which is why we rarely receive the top end models from Europe. That is why you should stay tuned to Autofluence and see how the competition responds to these new powerful Audis.RS 6 ListingsRS 6 Avant performance Gallery RS 6 Sportback performance Gallery (Source: Audi AG) More Audi News

By Caitlin Duffy – October 14, 2015

Limited Edition Audi A5 DTM selection Enters Production

Audi is bringing a new special edition A5 to market in a celebration of their successes in the German Touring Car Masters race series, offering a new, sportier take on the classically popular coupe. DetailAs a press release issued by the German marque today shares, Misano red coats the exterior with starkly contrasting black accents. The black details can be found on the front, sills, rear and the DTM markings on the sides, above the sills.On the interior, you'll find the red and black motif carried through, with highly contoured bucket seats covered in black leather with matching Misano red seatbacks. These seats were specifically adapted from the RS model for this special edition, with red stitching acting as the finishing detail for both the seats and steering wheel.Rhombus-patterned grilles on the front vent cool air to the engine, a 3.0-liter TDI capable of 245 hp and 427.8 lb-ft of torque capable of accelerating from 0-62 mph in 5.9 seconds.(See Also: Audi Electromagnetic Hover Car Concept Design)It's the third DTM model released by Audi in recent years, but will be limited to a production run of just 50 units with a price of €74,540 for Germany, or approximately $85,000 USD. Check out the photos of this exclusive offering below, or find another Audi model from our listings.Audis For SaleGallery (Source: Audi) See More Audi News

By Caitlin Duffy – October 13, 2015

Audi Electromagnetic Hover Car Concept Design

Audi may just be reaching the point of producing electric vehicles, but an Ohio-based industrial designer has an idea for where they should go after mastering that craft.Kevin Clarridge of Columbus, Ohio, has shared a few sketches of his design for a wheel-free Audi sedan straight out of the 22nd century. A post to his Facebook page Oct. 8 shared a few images, while his Behance profile shows a few more color options for this concept.https://instagram.com/p/8ogR-diH6l/Pretty much, it's an Audi hover car. No wheels, no axles, just the ability to float along the magnetically charged roads of the future with an aggressively beautiful design and classic coach doors. The classic Audi rings are prominently visible, while the design seems to have deep roots in the existing R8.While it may sound like the tech for this kind of a car is still off in the distant future, it's not impossible to think that we may see such a car in our lifetimes. Lexus unveiled a working hoverboard in August of this year, and it's just a matter of time until they can adapt that tech to a larger, heavier mode of transportation.(See Also: Nissan Vision Gran Turismo Concept to Appear at Tokyo Motor Show)Check out some of Clarridge's other designs on his Instagram and Behance profiles, and be sure to stay with us for more updates from the world of concept cars. In the meantime, find an existing, rubber burning Audi from our exclusive listings.Audis For Sale Gallery (Source: Behance, Facebook, Instagram) See More Concept Car News

By Edward Jones – September 30, 2015

Audi R8 GT Spyder vs Koenigsegg One:1 at VMax200

The Audi R8 GT Spyder is definitely no slouch. It houses a 5.2-liter V10 engine that can pump out 525 hp and 391 lb-ft of torque. As far as performance goes, it shoots from 0-60 mph in four seconds flat and has a top speed of 194 mph. All of these specs are incredible. But, the Koenigsegg One:1's specs dwarf them.Creating power for the One:1 is a 5.0-liter V8 engine fixed with two turbochargers. This engine creates one megawatt of power, which equates to 1,341 hp, while torque is rated at 1,011 lb-ft. I'll skip its 0-60 mph time and just tell you it can go from 0-186-0 mph in 17.95 seconds. To sum this short paragraph up: the Koenigsegg One:1 is one of the most insane vehicles ever produced.So, why did The BHP Project pit the R8 GT Spyder against the One:1 during VMax200 over the weekend? Because they could. What's more, it was a surprising race, even with their example of the One:1 being fitted with two new turbochargers, which ramp the power up to 1,500 hp.In a video shared to their YouTube channel today, Stuart McKay of The BHP Project launches the R8 against the One:1 and catches the lead - without launch control, mind you. Eventually, the Swedish hypercar's power is too much for the convertible German. To see the race for yourself, check it out above.Another look at McKay's slick launch. (Source: YouTube) See More Koenigsegg Videos

By Caitlin Duffy – September 17, 2015

Audi S4 & S4 Avant Introduced

Audi's S4 and S4 Avant will be back for 2016 with quite a few new features, and crowds at the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA) were the first to discover what those features are.“From day one, our formula for success has been a combination of outstanding quattro performance, restrained design, and state of the art drive train, suspension, and infotainment technology," said Professor Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg, Member of the Audi Board of Management for Technical Development, in a Sept. 15 press release. "The new Audi S4 and S4 Avant impressively continue this sporty tradition.”The 3.0-liter TFSI V6 engine found in these Sport models has been revamped to create 354 hp and 368.8 lb-ft, making this daily driver capable of reaching 62 mph from a stop in 4.7 seconds. An eight-speed tiptronic transmission ensures all that power goes directly through the quattro all-wheel drive system, with an average torque split of 60 percent to the rear axle and 40 to the front. Of course, that differential is adjusted depending on driving conditions; in those cases, up to 70 percent of the torque can go to the front, while the rear can receive up to 85 percent. CockpitMoving from the engine to the interior, the S4 and S4 Avant enjoy comfortable seating for up to five passengers, with each enjoying seats covered in pearl Nappa leather and Alcantara. The two fabrics are combined, sporting the colors ebony, rotor gray and magma red. The inlays are made of matte brushed aluminum, and the S4 logo can be found embossed on the seats and illuminated on door sills.Technology has been upgraded with the optional Audi virtual cockpit, which offers a fully digital instrument cluster and a head-up display. The MMI operating system and Audi connect hardware are also included with the S4 and S4 Avant, providing high-speed internet access and a WiFi hotspot. Sound is provided by Bang & Olufsen.(See Also: Best Audi Guide for 2016: Audi RS, S & 10 Additional Models Released)Driver assist programs for these models come in the form of predictive efficiency assistant, active lane assist, adaptive cruise control, park assist, cross traffic assist, exit warning, collision avoidance assist, turn assist and pre sense systems. Topping it all off is a camera-based traffic sign recognition system.Check out the photos of these updated S4s below, and find your own from our exclusive listings.S4s For SaleGallery (Source: Audi) See More Audi News

By Caitlin Duffy – September 16, 2015

Best Audi Guide for 2016: Audi RS, S & 10 Additional Mode...

In an impressive gesture, Audi issued 12 separate press releases Sept. 11 detailing the new features to be found in 12 different models, as well as a 13th press release regarding their upcoming press conference at the 2015 Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA). Audi Q7The slew of models that had details released includes the Audi RS, S, TT, TT Roadster, Q7, Q5, Q3, A8, A8 L W12, A7 Sportback, A6, A6 Avant, A6 allroad quattro, A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe, A5 Cabriolet, A3, A3 Sportback e-tron, A3 Sportback g-tron, A3 Sedan, A3 Cabriolet, A1 and A1 Sportback. Try saying that three times fast.(See Also: Sales Open for the Audi R8 LMS GTS Race Car)There's no easy way to explain all of this in one quick summary, so scroll below for a full breakdown of the top features from each of the 12 press releases. To see the full list of models for 2016 and their pricing, check out our May 13 article.Audi Listings Audi S Models Audi S3 2.0-liter TFSI produces 231 hp and 272.9 lb-ft of torque 0-62 mph occurs in 5.8 seconds with a top speed of 155.3 mph Six-speed manual transmission is mated to the quattro permanent all-wheel drive system 2.0-liter TFSI produces 300 hp and 280.3 lb-ft of torque 0-62 mph takes 4.8 seconds in the S3, 4.9 seconds in the Sportback and Sedan, 5.4 seconds in the Cabriolet, all with a top speed of 155.3 mph 3.0-liter TFSI creates 333 hp and 324.5 lbft of torque 0-62 mph takes 4.9 seconds 4.0-liter TFSI creates 450 hp and 405.7 lb-ft of torque 0-62 mph takes 4.6 seconds Features the same 4.0-liter biturbo V8 engine as the S6 & S6 Avant 0-62 mph takes 4.6 seconds 4.0-liter V8 TFSI creates 520 hp 0-62 mph is accomplished in 4.1 seconds Only available with standard wheelbase SQ5 TDI is the first S model to feature a diesel engine Biturbo 3.0-liter TDI produces 313 hp and 479.4 lb-ft SQ5 TDI competition produces 326 hp Top speed of 155.3 mph while 0-62 mph takes 5.2 seconds 2.0-liter TFSI produces 300 hp and 280.3 lb-ft of torque In the coupe, 0-62 mph takes 4.9 seconds or 4.6 seconds with S tronic transmission Roadster races from 0-62 mph in 5.2 seconds or 4.9 seconds with S tronic transmission Audi RS Models Audi RS6 2.5-liter TFSI produces 367 hp and 343.0 lb-ft of torque 0-62 mph takes just 4.3 seconds, top speed is 174 mph Turbocharged 2.5-liter 5-cylinder engine produces 340 hp and 331.9 lb-ft of torque 0-62 mph takes 4.8 seconds, top speed is 155.3 mph 4.0-liter TFSI produces 560 hp and 516.3 lb-ft of torque 0-62 mph takes 3.9 seconds, top speed of up to 189.5 mph 4.0-liter TFSI creates 560 hp and 516.3 lb-ft of torque 3.9 seconds for a 0-62 mph sprint with a top speed of 189.5 mph Audi TT & TT Roadster Audi TT Roadster 1.8-liter TFSI creates 180 hp and 184.4 lb-ft 2.0-liter TFSI/2.0-liter TFSI quattro create 230 hp and 272.9 lb-ft 2.0-liter TDI ultra creates 184 hp 280 lb-ft Instrument panel resembles an airplane wing when viewed from above Virtual cockpit replaces analog instrument cluster and MMI monitor 12.3-inch screen offers two modes: Classic features tachometer/speedometer, Infotainment features navigation, radio, etc. Online media streaming access Bang & Olufsen sound systems Active lane assist Traffic sign recognition Park Assist with rearview camera Audi Q7 Audi Q7 3.0-liter TFSI quattro creates 333 hp, 0-62 mph in 6.1 seconds 3.0-liter TDI quattro creates 272 hp, 0-62 mph in 6.3 seconds 3.0-liter TDI ultra creates 218 hp WiFi hotspot LTE module links car to internet services Touch screen with zoom & scroll functions Sound systems by Bose or Bang & Olufsen available Audi tablet holders on the back of the front seats Predictive efficiency assistant Adaptive Cruise Control Traffic Jam Assist Cross-traffic assist Exit warning Trailer assistant Avoidance assist (coming after market launch) Turn assist (coming after market launch) Audi Q5 Audi Q5 2.0-liter TFSI quattro creating 180 hp 2.0-liter TFSI quattro creating 230 hp 2.0-liter TDI ultra -or- quattro creating 150 hp 2.0-liter TDI quattro creating 163 hp 2.0-liter TDI -or- TDI quattro creating 190 hp 3.0-liter TDI quattro creating 258 hp Bang & Olufsen Sound System MMI navigation plus Audi connect Car phone Adaptive cruise control Side assist Parking system plus Audi Q3 Audi Q3 1.4-liter TFIS COD / COD ultra creates 150 hp 2.0-liter TFSI creates 180 hp 2.0-liter TFSI quattro creates 180 hp 2.0-liter TFSI quattro creates 220 hp 2.0-liter TDI creates 120 hp 2.0-liter TDI / TDI ultra / TDI quattro creates 150 hp 2.0-liter TDI / TDI quattro creates 184 hp MMI navigation plus Audi connect with internet connectivity Car phone Park assist Side assist Active lane assist Hill descent assist Audi A8 & A8 L W12 Audi A8 L W12 6.3 FSI quattro 4.0-liter TFSI quattro COD creates 435 hp 3.0-liter TDI quattro creates 262 hp 3.0-liter TDI ultra quattro creates 262 hp 4.2-liter TDI quattro creates 385 hp 6.3-liter W12 engine creates 500 hp and 461 lb-ft Matrix LED headlights Audi exclusive concept trim line Custom handcrafted Italian leather available for the interior Special security version of the A8 L Available with 4.0-liter TFSI or W12 engine Body includes hot-formed armored steel, aramide fabrics, ceramics, special aluminum alloys and multi-plate glass Audi A7 Sportback Audi A7 Sportback 2.0-liter TFSI creates 252 hp 3.0-liter TFSI quattro creates 333 hp 3.0-liter TDI ultra creates 218 hp 3.0-liter TDI quattro can create 218 hp, 272 hp or 320 hp 3.0-liter TDI competition quattro creates 326 hp MMI navigation plus with MMI touch Audi connect hardware module Online media streaming and map updating Bang & Olufsen Advanced Sound System with 15 speakers Adaptive cruise control with stop & go function Night vision assistant Audi pre sense safety system Side assist Active lane assist 3.0-liter TDI biturbo engine creates 326 hp, can peak at 346 hp Sport suspension lowers body by .8-inches Generous list of standard equipment Red brake calipers behind two-tone, 20-inch wheels Audi A6, A6 Avant & A6 allroad quattro Audi A6 Nine different engine options 1.8-liter TFSI creates 190 hp 2.0-liter TFSI creates 252 hp 3.0-liter TFSI creates 333 hp 2.0-liter TDI ultra creates 150 hp or 190 hp 3.0-liter TDI creates 218 hp 3.0-liter TDI quattro creates 218 hp, 272 hp or 320 hp 3.0-liter TDI quattro competition creates 326 hp LED or Matrix LED headlights are available Power-retractable eight-inch monitor Limited edition paying homage to Audi TDI technology's 1989 launch 3.0-liter TDI biturbo engine creates 326 hp, can peak at 346 hp Generous list of standard equipment Nine different engine options 1.8-liter TFSI creates 190 hp 2.0-liter TFSI creates 252 hp 3.0-liter TFSI creates 333 hp 2.0-liter TDI ultra creates 150 hp or 190 hp 3.0-liter TDI creates 218 hp 3.0-liter TDI quattro creates 218 hp, 272 hp or 320 hp 3.0-liter TDI quattro competition creates 326 hp Offers head-up display Massage and ventilation for the front seats Four different engine options 3.0-liter TFSI quattro creates 333 hp 3.0-liter TDI quattro creates 218 hp, 272 hp or 320 hp Design features a rugged look Modified front end, headlights, side sills, rear body, lighting and interior Audi A5 Sportback, A5 Coupe & A5 Cabriolethttps://www.audi-mediacenter.com/en/press-releases/4750 Audi A5 Sportback 2.0 TDI ultra 13 available engine options 1.8-liter TFSI creates 144 hp or 177 hp 2.0-liter TFSI / TFSI quattro create 225 hp 3.0-liter TFSI quattro creates 272 hp 2.0-liter TDI / TDI ultra creates 136 hp 2.0-liter TDI creates 150 hp 2.0-liter TDI ultra creates 163 hp 2.0-liter TDI / TDI quattro creates 190 hp 3.0-liter TDI creates 218 hp 3.0-liter TDI quattro creates 245 hp Audi connect & MMI navigation plus WiFi for up to 8 devices 9 available engine options 1.8-liter TFSI creates 177 hp 2.0-liter TFSI / TFSI quattro creates 225 hp 3.0-liter TFSI quattro creates 272 hp 2.0-liter TDI ultra creates 163 hp 2.0-liter TDI / TDI quattro creates 190 hp 3.0-liter TDI quattro creates 218 hp 3.0-liter TDI quattro creates 245 hp Same standard and optional features as A5 Sportback 9 available engine options 1.8-liter TFSI creates 177 hp 2.0-liter TFSI / TFSI quattro creates 225 hp 3.0-liter TFSI quattro creates 272 hp 2.0-liter TDI / TDI quattro creates 190 hp 3.0-liter TDI quattro creates 218 hp or 245 hp Fully automatic cloth top opens/closes in 15 seconds Audi A3, A3 Sportback, A3 Sportback e-tron, A3 Sportback g-tron, A3 Sedan & A3 Cabriolet Audi A3 Sedan Weight has been reduced to 2,590.4 lbs 8 available engine options 1.2-liter TFSI creates 110 hp 1.4-liter TFSI creates 125 hp 1.4-liter TFSI COD ultra creates 150 hp 1.8-liter TFSI / TFSI quattro creates 180 hp 1.6-liter TDI / TDI ultra creates 110 hp 2.0-liter TDI / TDI quattro creates 150 hp 2.0-liter TDI / TDI quattro creates 184 hp Sound system by Bang & Olufsen Camera-based traffic sign recognition is available Wheelbase extended by 1.4 inches 11 available engine options 1.2-liter TFSI creates 110 hp 1.4-liter TFSI creates 125 hp 1.4-liter TFSI COD ultra creates 150 hp 1.8-liter TFSI / TFSI quattro creates 180 hp 1.6-liter TDI / TDI ultra creates 110 hp 2.0-liter TDI / TDI quattro creates 150 hp 2.0-liter TDI / TDI quattro creates 180 hp First Audi model with a plug-in hybrid drive Capable of reaching average fuel consumption of 156.8 mpg Can be driven up to 80.8 mph completely electrically Uses Audi e-gas rather than fossil natural gas Fuel range up to 248.5 miles with natural gas fuel, 559.2 miles with gasoline Six-speed manual or seven-speed S tronic transmission comes standard Curb weight of 2,678.6 lbs 10 available engine options 1.4-liter TFSI creates 125 hp 1.4-liter TFSI COD ultra creates 150 hp 1.8-liter TFSI / TFSI quattro creates 180 hp 1.6-liter TDI / TDI ultra creates 110 hp 2.0-liter TDI / TDI quattro creates 150 hp or 184 hp Lightweight cloth top opens/closes in 19 seconds at speeds up to 31.1 mph 9 available engine options 1.4-liter TFSI creates 125 hp 1.4-liter TFSI COD ultra creates 150 hp 1.8-liter TFSI / TFSI quattro creates 180 hp 1.6-liter TDI creates 110 hp 2.0-liter TDI / TDI quattro creates 150 hp or 184 hp Audi A1 & A1 Sportback Audi A1 Roofline can be finished in a contrasting color upon request Chrome trim for the interior is available 6 available engine options 1.0-liter TFSI ultra creates 95 hp 1.4-liter TFSI creates 125 hp 1.4-liter TFSI COD creates 150 hp 1.8-liter TSI creates 192 hp 1.4-liter TDI creates 90 hp 1.6-liter TDI creates 116 hp Surround sound system by Bose More headroom in the rear Optional third row of seats 6 available engine options 1.0-liter TFSI ultra creates 95 hp 1.4-liter TFSI creates 125 hp 1.4-liter TFSI COD creates 150 hp 1.8-liter TSI creates 192 hp 1.4-liter TDI creates 90 hp 1.6-liter TDI creates 116 hp Gallery (Source: Audi) See More Audi News

By Caitlin Duffy – September 14, 2015

Audi e-tron quattro Concept Introduced

Tesla has enjoyed quite a bit of time as the world's leading producer of electric vehicles, but releases at Frankfurt are pointing toward a world with a lot more competition for the California-based manufacturer.The Model X crossover from Tesla has yet to officially enter production, but Audi has already begun work on creating a major competitor: the e-tron quattro concept. It was first teased Aug. 20 a few weeks ahead of the 2015 Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA), but today the marque has issued a press release with more information and images, as well as a date for when we can anticipate this model reaching production stages.“Audi will present an all-electric, luxury-class sport SUV in early 2018. The Audi e-tron quattro concept provides a concrete foretaste of this,” says Prof. Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg, Member of the Audi Board of Management for Technical Development, in the release. “It combines driving pleasure with great range, an expressive design and excellent comfort.”A sprint from 0-62 mph in this beauty will take an estimated 4.6 seconds, while Audi predicts that an electronically governed top speed of 130.5 mph will be possible. Three electric motors will be responsible for producing 320 kW, or approximately 430 hp, with one motor on the front axle and two on the rear. It's described as performing similarly to a sports car, and a peak boosting moments can create as much as 370 kW and 590 lb-ft.(See Also: Sales Open for the Audi R8 LMS GTS Race Car)Check out the photos of this new concept in the gallery below, and let us know what you think in the comments. Since this won't be making its way to dealerships for at least another three years, find yourself an Audi from their existing models at the button below.Audis For SaleGallery (Source: Audi) See More Audi News

By Edward Jones – September 09, 2015

Sales Open for the Audi R8 LMS GTS Race Car

Back on March 4, Audi's new R8 LMS GTS race car was unveiled for the 2016 GT3 racing season. Today, Audi has announced that customers can begin ordering the race car.Already, the new R8 LMS has proven itself, winning an overall victory at the 24 Hours Nürburgring and two podium places at the Spa 24 Hours.“Due to races like these Audi Sport customer racing has developed the Audi R8 LMS in toughest conditions to the level of readiness for customer use," said Heinz Hollerweger, Managing Director of quattro GmbH, in a press release issued today by Audi. "Concurrently, our engineers successfully completed all tests and trials and determined the final specification.”The car itself comes in weighing 755 lbs lighter than its predecessor thanks to an aluminum chassis and roll bar, putting its total weight at just 2,700 lbs. Taking advantage of this light weight is the V10 engine that produces up to 585 hp, depending on the regulations of the race.If all of this sounds wonderful to you and you are in the mood for some real racing, courtesy of the Germans, the press release states that ordering of the race car is now live. It comes with a €359,000 (plus VAT) price tag (approx. $400,000 USD at today's current exchange rate).R8s For Sale(Source: Audi) See More Audi News, Pics and Videos

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