New biturbo V6 TDI engine

Audi has just announced that a new biturbo V6 TDI engine will enter production, to power executive class Audi models to 62mph in a fraction over five seconds and returns up to 44.1mpg. The new advanced new biturbo TDI engine heads the diesel line-up in the A6 Saloon, Avant, allroad quattro and A7 Sportback ranges, with OTR prices starting from £43,810.

It is available now in the A6 Saloon and Avant and A7 Sportback (and later in 2012 in A6 allroad), with first deliveries in the spring. The 313ps A6 Saloon 3.0 BiTDI quattro reaches 0-62mph in 5.1 seconds, has a top speed of 155mph, combined MPG of 44.1 and CO2 emissions of 169g/km.

Power is transmitted from the BiTDI engine via an eight-speed tiptronic transmission to the latest generation quattro all-wheel-drive system, which features a self-locking centre differential and torque vectoring for optimum traction control and stability. The car also comes with a sound actuator in the exhaust system that generates a “petrol engined” sports car exhaust note, to match the remarkable performance.

The new BiTDI engine is available in conjunction with SE and S line specification in the A6 Saloon, A6 Avant and A7 Sportback. Highlights that are common to all these models include satellite navigation linked to a 6.5-inch retractable colour monitor, Milano leather upholstery, the Audi drive select adaptive dynamics system controlling throttle response, transmission shift points and steering feel, the Audi parking system plus, light and rain sensors, cruise control and keyless go push-button engine ignition.

Audi A6 Avant allroad quattro

The Audi A6 all-terrain Avant promises to build on its predecessors’ go-anywhere appeal and is the third generation model. The A6 Avant allroad quattro is expected to open for UK orders in February, with first deliveries in the spring. Three engines will be available initially – 3.0 TFSI with 310PS, 3.0 TDI with 204PS and a 3.0 TDI with 245PS. The advanced third generation A6 allroad quattro also has four-level adaptive air suspension making its world debut and prices will start from £43,145 OTR.

The new car is 4.94 metres long, 1.90 metres wide and 1.47 metres tall and sits six centimetres higher than the standard Avant.  Total vehicle weight has been reduced by as much as 70 kilograms compared with the previous model, making the car much more fuel efficient.

The new A6 allroad quattro features extended side sills, more widely flared wings and vertical slats within the single-frame grille. Stainless steel guards protect the underbody of the car at the front and rear and the exhaust system ends in two large, flattened tailpipes, with roof rails mounted on double bars. Java Brown exterior colour is available exclusively for the new A6 allroad quattro.

Audi A6 allroad quattro

The luggage compartment has a capacity of 565 litres, with easy-folding rear seats which increase luggage capacity to 1,680 litres, and Audi will offer a wide choice of cost options for the new A6 allroad quattro.

The 3.0 TFSI engine is boosted by a supercharger and produces 310PS, which powers the A6 allroad quattro from 0 to 62mph in just 5.9 seconds, on the way to a limited top speed of 155mph. The combined economy figure is 31.7mpg.

The two diesel variants of the 3.0 TDI engine produce 204PS and 245PS respectively. The entry-level 204PS version returns a combined economy figure of 46.3mpg with 159 g CO₂/km emissions. All three engines are paired with the seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission.

The iconic quattro permanent four-wheel drive system ensures safe driving in all-terrain conditions and with the Audi drive select system, the driver can vary the function of the steering, the air suspension, the throttle pedal, the automatic transmission, the sport differential, the automatic air conditioning, the lighting and the adaptive cruise control.

The adaptive air suspension, which combines air suspension with controlled damping, comes as standard. It lowers the car body by 15 millimetres at high speed and raises it again by 35 millimetres at the push of a button.

This allroad mode is therefore suitable for use on rough terrain and you can also select a lift mode at low speeds. This additional ten millimetres enables the new Audi A6 allroad quattro to also handle irregularities in the road surface (road humps). There is also the hill descent assist function for steep downhill passages included as standard and this function limits the speed of the car to between 6mph and 12mph, depending on the surface. Audi A6 Avant allroad quattro contract hire prices should be loaded shortly.

New Audi A1 Quattro

Audi has released the full details about their new limited edition Audi A1 Quattro, all-wheel-drive, premium sub-compact car, with only 333 exclusive (left-hand drive only) models being made worldwide. The Audi A1 Quattro is aiming to set the standards in terms of performance in the subcompact class with a 0-62mph time of 5.7 seconds and a top speed of 152mph.

Power comes from a 2.0-litre TFSI engine delivering 265PS and power is transmitted via a quick-shifting six-speed manual gearbox to the permanent quattro all-wheel drive. The car is 33 millimetres longer than the “standard” Audi 1 on which it is based and luggage capacity is 210 litres which increases to 860 litres with the rear seats folded.

It comes in Glacier White metallic only, with 18-inch turbine design alloy wheels also in Glacier White and a high gloss black roof. The front and rear bumpers, grille and its frame have an exclusive design plus it features red painted “wings” within the headlights, a large two-colour rear spoiler and two large polished exhaust tailpipes.

Other exterior finishing touches include tinted LED rear lights, tinted rear windows, contrasting black colouring for the rear hatch and rear diffuser plus the usual quattro badges on the grille, roof arch and rear hatch.

Audi A1 Quattro inside

Inside the car the instrument cluster includes white needles, red-faced speedometer, quattro logo, colour Driver’s Information System (DIS), flat-bottomed leather trimmed steering wheel, aluminium shift lever knob and the car’s serial number.

Standard equipment is high with Xenon plus headlights, high-beam assistant, adaptive brake lights, LED lighting package, light and rain sensors, acoustic rear parking system, automatic air conditioning, Infotainment kit including CD changer, DAB digital radio, hard disk based MMI navigation and Bose sound system, to name just a few.

The left hand-drive Audi A1 quattro will only be available in mainland Europe in the second half of 2012 and no decision has been made as yet as to whether this model is coming to the UK. However we do have Audi A1 contract hire on all other models on the site now.

Donkervoort GTO

After two and a half years of development in close collaboration with Audi Quattro GmbH, Donkervoort has released details of their eagerly awaited new Donkervoort GTO open sports car.

The Donkervoort GTO has a beautiful shape, with a capacity of 340 to 400 HP from its 2.5-litre TFSI Audi engine and is larger than its predecessors, the closed GT and D8 270RS. The new Donkervoort GTO Audi engine is also lighter by 30kg and this lighter weight is reflected by its extra performance, being one of the fastest cars on the European market.

Donkervoort GTO

It has a special race module switch, which can instantly increase the capacity of the car from 340 to 400 HP at once and also has traction control on board if required. The car clearly takes many of its design themes from the aviation and rocket industry and production should start in 2012, with first models being delivered next summer. The first “regular” versions should be on European roads by 2013 however you will need deep pockets, as the car is priced between 100K and 150K Euros excluding taxes.

New Audi A7 quattro model

Audi is strengthening their A7 Sportback range by making the option of quattro all-wheel-drive available as part of a range of new specification changes. The Audi A7 Sportback 3.0 TDI 204ps will now be available from next month in quattro all-wheel-drive form, as well as the usual front-wheel drive. The new range is also available (with this engine only) in a new Standard trim which offers a high level of specification as standard.

The new Standard specification highlights include 18-inch alloy wheels, Xenon headlamps with LED daytime running lights, Milano leather upholstery, the Multi Media Interface (MMI) with a 6.5-inch colour display incorporating satnav, Audi drive select adaptive dynamics, powered tailgate operation and light and rain sensors. There is an SE specification as before which adds a range of new features too, including Audi Parking System Plus, cruise control, heated and electrically adjustable front seats and the Audi Music Interface iPod connection.

Top of the range is the S line which offers 19-inch alloy wheels Valcona leather upholstery, S line interior and exterior body-kit, S line sports seats and S line sports suspension. All new Audi A7s will also get the addition of a third seat belt point in the rear which will enable the car to seat five adults when required.

The Audi A7 Sportback 3.0 TDI 204PS quattro covers the 0-62mph sprint in just 7.2 seconds, has a top speed of 146mph, CO2 emissions are 152g/km and the car returns upto 48.7 mpg. We should be loading the new model Audi A7s on car leasing shortly.

Audi RS 5 Quattro

Thirty years after the original Audi Quattro was launched at the Geneva Motor Show, Audi is winding back history and is unveiling a new 450PS Audi RS 5 Coupe Quattro in March.

This new V8 powered performance coupe is powered by a 450PS high revving FSI engine, reaches 0-62mph in only 4.6 seconds and has a governed top speed of 155mph. The car will also debut a seven-speed S tronic twin-clutch transmission. A newly developed centre differential for the quattro drivetrain and quattro sport differential on the rear axle is also a standard option.

The car offers 26.2mpg on the combined fuel cycle and will be available to order in the Spring with first deliveries around October this year. Full pricing and vehicle technical information is yet to be announced, however the car is likely to cost around £58,500 OTE (on the road).

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There has been a tremendous interest in 4x4s following the recent bad weather and if you like luxury brand but want an affordable 4×4 then Audi business contract hire for the Audi Q5 2.0 TDI (143bhp) diesel 4×4 Quattro 5-door starts from £396.11+VAT per month.

The Audi business contract hire terms are based on the following;

- Non-maintained business contract hire over a three year term at 10,000 miles per annum.

- 3 months rental in advance followed by thirty-five subsequent rentals (38 equal payments in total)

- “With maintenance”, metallic paint and other vehicle options can be added at an extra cost.

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Audi A4 allroad

The Audi A4 allroad Quattro has been voted as the Executive Car of the Year by the Association of Scottish Motoring Writers, at the annual Scottish Car of the Year Awards.

The Audi A4 Quattro Avant is particularly well suited to the rugged landscape in Scotland and its four-wheel drive system, wider track both front and rear plus a higher ride platform of 180mm, provides an excellent driving platform.

Jeremy Hicks, Director of Audi UK said,”If proof were needed that the A4 allroad is fit for purpose, not just as super refined transport but also as a tough opponent to more testing terrain and conditions,then an award made by Scottish motoring writers surely provides it. This is a great endorsement”. Audi car leasing prices on the whole range are available off the site now.

Audi S5 Sportback

Audi is planning to unveil three new models at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. The three models are the Audi S5 Sportback, The Audi A4 3.0 TDI quattro and the Audi A3 1.2 TFSI.

Audi S5 Sportback 

This new model is the top of the Audi A5 range and this elegant five-door coupe is powered by a three-litre V6 with a mechanical compressor. The car sprints from 0-62mph in 5.4 seconds (provisional), has a top speed of 155mph and offers combined fuel economy of 29.1mpg (again provisional).

The car has a seven-speed S tronic dual-clutch transmission and quattro permanent all-wheel drive as standard equipment. The car has sports suspension, 18-inch aluminium wheels with 245/40 tyres, black brake calipers bearing S5 emblems at the front and will be available in the Spring of 2010.

Audi A4 3.0-litre TDI clean diesel quattro 

The new clean diesel engine was first seen in the Audi Q7 SUV and is now available in the A4 range. The engine features a new common rail injection system with innovative pressure sensors in the combustion chamber, plus a high performance exhaust recirculating system. These three measures ensure a highly efficient and low emission combustion process.

The A4 3.0 TDI clean diesel quattro already complies with the emission limits of the EU’s Euro 6 standard, which is expected to become law in 2014. This TDI engine reaches 0-62mph in only 6.2 seconds (Avant 6.3 seconds) and has a top speed of 155mph. The six-speed tiptronic and quattro permament all-wheel drive system should guarantee a high degree of comfort and safety, with its superior traction on the road.

Audi A3 and A3 Sportback 1.2 TFSI

This new 1.2 TFSI has been designed from scratch and the turbocharged direct petrol engine generates 105PS and reaches 0-62mph in 11.1 seconds in the three door hatch and 11.3 seconds in the Sportback. Both versions have a top speed of 118mph, can return 51.3mpg on the combined fuel cycle and emit just 127g/km of CO2. The first versions of this car will be paired with front-wheel drive and a six speed manual transmission. Audi is the most popular manufacturer on Comparecontracthire.com and car leasing prices on all their other range of models can be compared now.