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Audi S4 Review

haffej.com — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 08:03:00 +0000

Audi S4
The Ingolstadt brand has released the first data and an extensive list of images of the Audi S4, both as a sedan version in Avant family. Faced with the imminent arrival of the Hall of Paris is the sports version, centered below the RS4, with the novelty of the new V6 at the expense of Mechanical V8 classic.
Focusing on the appearance, the Audi S4 is perfectly distinguishable by its new grille and metallised by mirrors with aluminum coated with similes. Chrome also are the alloy wheels, some S-design 18 "in diameter, and the four exhaust pipes broken in pairs. The interior shares the brightness of the colors dark, spending a major issue in dark gray. As news, sports seats are without reaching baquets authentic, and the display driver acquires dials gray background and white needles.
The engine is not a surprise, since we have already announced earlier. This is a 3.0 cubic liter V6 that has the technology and direct injection with turbo TFSI. This engine is also present in the Audi A6, department 290 bhp, and for the new S4 offers an output of 333 hp. Its structure gives a turbine with maximum torque of 440 Nm that are shared by the 2500 and 4850 rpm. Although this engine is less powerful than the V8 of 344 hp and 410 Nm of the previous edition, improving its efficiency and develops a couple more constant.

Serial link to a six-speed manual box but has the option of the S-Tronic, a semi-automatic double-clutch and 7 speed. Quattro drive distributes the power in a permanent record of 40/60 front and rear, varying according to need. As a complement to the passage of a curve and lost traction, has installed a spread sporty.

With the difference in power and weight, the S4 is not far from the RS6 in benefits. The sedan reaches 100 km / h in only 5.1 seconds (half a second less than the previous S4) while the maximum speed stays at 250 km / h, limited electronically of course. The constancy of force was out in recoveries, with 80 to 120 km / h in 4.4 seconds scarce.

Of course the advantages of the quantum leap from the V8 to V6 do not stay in better benefits, but their efficiency is much higher. 3.4 liters of fuel are those that separate the averages of previous and the new S4, beset sedan in the consumption of 9.7 l/100 km and the family of 9.9 l/100 km combined cycle.
The arrival of both the S4 body to the market will occur in the month of March next year, at a price that has not yet been reported.

Audi A3 Sportback by JMS

haffej.com — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 08:11:00 +0000

Audi A3 Sportback by JMS
JMS has prepared a succulent preparation of the Audi A3 Sportback, the five-door version of the compact German, under the name 440R. Only focuses on the aesthetics, forgetting to one side the sense of family car and welcoming a more provocative.

One of the least visible to most prominent is the change by a coil-over suspension that makes a notable decrease in height: 5.5 cm on the front axle and 4.5 cm in the rear. The wheels are taking a far smaller scale, incorporating low-profile 225/35 tires on alloy wheels approximately 19 "in black metallic with bright interior. Originally JMS does not exhaust outlet adds a special, since the images is still a prototype.
In the front is a front glued to the floor with quite a few grown air flows and prominences on the sides, being able to set grids with silver or black. This fact is repeated in the rear, with holes for the dissemination of air and ventilation for the rear brakes. A small roof spoiler, thin and with a minimum central coupling, along with a footrest dominant complete the preparation.

Audi R8 by MTM, only now with 560 hp

haffej.com — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 11:18:00 +0000

Audi R8 by MTM, only now with 560 hp
MTM already commissioned a while ago to offer his personal vision of the Audi R8, a creation that is aesthetically distinguished by a dark color. What truly impressive version of that is that his power had been elevated to the number of horses that marked his name: 888. Without a doubt a huge job, like most of those carried out by MTM. We have developed a new version of the German sports coupe rather more restrained.

Eight cylinders, from now Srew Twin Supercharged, is able to provide traction quattro some 560 bhp (a 33% increase), offered at its peak at 7750 rpm, and maximum torque of 580 Nm at 5,500 expressed rpm. The top speed of the R8 MTM would remain at 301 km / h if it maintained with the limited electronics, but without it only grows up to 315 km / h. The stopwatch in the 0 to 100 km / h it decreases more significantly (for the very puntillosos not), falling by 0.5 to 3.9 seconds.
A higher bid but relatively balanced and, as well Ruben commented my companion, except surprises will be at the height of the R8 V10, which are expected 580 hp.
Audi R8 by MTM
Truly balanced even in its beauty, which does not have abrupt changes throughout the body. To distinguish it from a R8 is necessary to envision three points from the same: the side, where a brand label turbopropulsión of the V8, the roof, which comprises the black color spread from the sides, and alloy wheels, 20 "with tires Michelin Sports Cups with measures 245/30-20 and 315/25-20 "on the front and rear axles.
The contrast black and white continues to cash in the cabin, thanks to the carbon fiber ready at various points in the internal stresses but in combination with white skin in the seats. The casing of the engine kept from the precious and expensive filament that covered.

Audi A6

haffej.com — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 12:14:00 +0000

Audi A6
Audi just introduced the latest update of its luxury sedan, the A6. The changes are fairly significant, and the first thing that stands out to the naked eye are the new pilots rear of the 4-door version, the very style of the Audi A4. Improvements have a special interest in paragraph mechanic, renovating the entire family of thrusters to make them now 15% more efficient, and incorporating an interesting propellant 3.0 TFSI. With regard to equipment, there are succulent developments.

The face washing has brought a new optical front, with daytime type LED lighting available (in combination with xenon plus an option) for all models, in the case of the A6 is included at the bottom of the lighthouse while the S6 these strips 6 diodes are, as hitherto, in the skirt front, just below enrollment. In the case of optical rear, are serial-type LED in all models. Completing the improvements in paragraph aesthetic, has redesigned the front grille, bumpers (the rear incorporates a diffuser), the lid of the trunk and side profile, which includes a new line of silver that gives him a more dynamic.
Audi A6

The full range of propellants has been reviewed, focusing primarily on efficiency, and as a result of which announced an average reduction in consumption by 15%. The range consists of 7 mechanical petrol (4 atmospheric and sobrealimentadas 3), 4, 6, 8 and 10 mechanical turbo 4-cylinder and 4-and 6-cylinder with common rail technology. Then you can see the complete list:
Mechanical gasoline
     * 2.0 TFSI – online turbo 4-cylinder – 170 hp
     * 2.8 FSI – V-6 cylinder – 190 hp
     * 2.8 FSI – V-6 cylinder – 220 hp
     * 3.0 TFSI – V-6 cylinder pressure – 290 hp
     * 4.2 FSI – 8 cylinders in V – 350 hp
     * 5.2 FSI – 10 cylinders in V – 435 hp (Audi S6)
     * 5.0 TFSI – 10 cylinders in V biturbo – 580 hp (Audi RS6)
Mechanical diesel
     * 2.0 TDI – online turbo 4-cylinder – 136 hp
     * 2.0 TDI – online turbo 4-cylinder – 170 hp
     * 2.7 TDI – a 6-cylinder turbo V – 190 hp
     * 3.0 TDI – a 6-cylinder turbo V – 240 hp
Audi A6
The propulsion system incorporates 2.8 TFSI Audi Valvelift System (AVS), which controls the interval for opening the valves and improves the strength of the engine while simultaneously reducing their consumption. Thus, the variant of 190 hp associated with the manual 6-speed announces an average consumption of 8.2 litres/100 km, while the 220 hp version associated with the automatic change multitronic announces a consumption of 8.4 litres/100 km .
The 2.0 TDI name refers to its status as a model more respectful of the environment, which leads eventually to a reduced consumption and emissions. It may be associated with a manual gearbox or a 6-speed automatic gearbox multitronic, and announced an average consumption of 5.3 litres/100 km and CO2 emissions of 139 g / km version with manual box, which is not a fact too good as the BMW 520d of 177 hp announces an average of 5.1 litres/100 km.
The mechanics a priori more interesting, and also the most modern, is the 3.0 TFSI, which is only available with traction integral quattro. This brand new engine incorporates a compressor, not a turbo as the "T" TFSI we could presage. Handing an output of 290 hp in the range that runs between 4,800 rpm and 6,800 rpm and a torque of 420 Nm constant between 2,500 rpm and the 4850 rpm (see chart performance in the picture below). Its performance is remarkable because it accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 5.9 seconds and its top speed is limited to 250 km / h. Their consumption is quite content as it announced an average of 9.5 litres/100 km.

Audi A6
The traction integral quattro will be available on all engines of 6 or more cylinders and will come as standard on the most powerful, the rest will pull ahead. This latest evolution of the quattro system ensures a better performance, more grip in curves, while providing greater security. Under normal conditions, is shared 40% of force to the front axle and rear at 60%, while the central Torsen differential is able to allocate up to 65% of force to front axle and up to 85% to rear.
The suspension has also been improved, and now incorporates some larger diameter shock absorbers. In option may mount an air suspension with variable dampers hardness, whose tasks may vary the driver within 3 possibilities.
Audi A6 Avant
In the field of electronic aids to highlight the driving Audi Side Assist system, which operates over 30 mph thanks to a radar that detects the presence of vehicles in the blind spot, minimizing the risk of accidents changing lanes , And the warning system of involuntary change of lane (Lane Assist Audi), which alerts the driver with a vibration in the steering wheel when you leave the lane without the intermittent post.
Together these systems also is the adaptive cruise control adaptive, to be fitted with a radar and allows maintain a predetermined distance with the vehicle that precedes us, coming to halt if it reduces the march, and the system helps the advanced parking , Which includes a retractable rear camera. Both systems are optional.
In addition to lighting xenon plus includes the option of adaptive light, a system that illuminates the inside of the curve by turning the lighthouse dynamically, and the option of assistant to the main-beam, which automatically swap between the main-beam and short when it detects that there is a danger to other vehicles glare, a similar system has already incorporated several BMW models.
Audi A6
Improvements in the interior are mainly associated to MMI navigation system (optional), which includes an improved interface with new graphics and a simpler management, and upholstery, among them may choose a new fabric and will be offered the option of overlay the sports seats with leather Valcona. Also, Audi says it has significantly improved isolation of the carrier, especially reducing the penetration of frequencies more annoying.
The new A6 includes a final version of the MMI multimedia system, which can optionally include the best browser of the range, the MMI Navigation Plus. The layout of controls remains unchanged, being present in the main control centre tunnel accompanied by several buttons that facilitate and expedite its handling. The MMI Browser Navigation Plus includes a new feature of bird’s eye view showing the route in 3-dimensional aerial view.

The system has a color display, 7-inch high-resolution improving its visibility in even the most adverse lighting conditions and now includes a 40 GB hard drive that can store music files in MP3. Alternatively you can also equip a team of receiving digital television.
Audi A6
For drivers who prefer a more sporting behaviour within the range A6, Audi has prepared a package consisting of S-Line 18-inch tires and sport suspension that lowers the height of the bodywork 30 mm. The interior includes sports seats and a black wood finish.
The row of rear seats may be made in fashioning 3 squares, or option, may request a bench with only 2 seats, as incorporating the Mercedes CLS and the Volkswagen Passat CC. It will be available in mid-October in Spanish dealers at a price similar to the current range, and may be chosen in 13 different colors, 5 of them in this new model.

Audi TT-RS Spy Photos

haffej.com — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 09:50:00 +0000

Audi TT-RS, spy photos without camouflage
We already know the final aspect of the Audi TT RS-thanks to some spy photos without camouflage reaching us from the Arizona desert, in the U.S., where most sporty version of the Audi TT is conducting tests of resistance to high temperatures and reliability. At first glance, the TT is distinguished by a standard front grille and more aggressive, broadcaster and a small oval exhaust pipes (characteristics of the Audi RS). The wheel set on wheels great width.

Recent reports suggest that the propellant used will be an on-line 5-cylinder 2.5-liter, the first five-cylinder Audi in a long time. Its ultimate power of 350 hp and will be achieved through the use of two peat in sequential mode, similar to 3 liters Twin Turbo-BMW. The power will ensure an excellent performance and a real alternative to whom we know little Audi TTS. Of course, serial-RS TT quattro will be integrated traction and the gearbox will be six-speed manual. It is estimated a price in excess of 50,000 €.

Audi RS6 Avant – 700 HP

haffej.com — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 10:59:11 +0000

ABT and its Audi RS6 Avant, also with 700 HP
Lo said. ABT is characterized by almost always be brief in their preparations and offer different visual power by the engines of VAG group with relatively moderate descent. Proportionally clear, the capabilities of each engine. It is therefore not surprising that this "recreador" car will get 700 Cv the Audi RS6 Avant despeinarse without too much and without appearing too crude.

Audi RS6 Avant

Fine-tuning of the ECU V10 biturbo of 5 litres gives a final power of 700 hp, 120 hp rather than series, and maximum torque rises to 800 Nm broad. Although not provide figures for printing, with the refurbished engine and the elimination of electronic speed limit set at 250 mph, can be calculated figures of over 300 mph as top speed and less than 5 seconds from standing up to reach 100 km / h.
Discuss drawing external and internal embargo imposed by ABT is certainly repetitive, because they share designs among its various preparations.

A broad range of alloy wheels known, added the terminations of extremes finished with carbon fibre for a new front and rear diffuser for. The exhaust outlet is complemented with a silencer and four nozzles.

Audi RS6 Avant
From doors to the inside, the floor is accentuated with some new pads and leather inserts as on the steering wheel or in the grip of change. In this aspect is lacking relief as the carbon fibre.
The words Audi RS6 Avant and 700 Cv already sounded to me before, MTM already conducted a similar preparation. I do not know if this is a matter for those who are absurd lately, but at least there is choose where.