A3/S3/RS3 New Audi A3 TDI e & A4 TFSI e Models Introduced

[siko]

New Audi A3 TDI e & A4 TFSI e Models Introduced

• Audi A3 1.9 TDI e with fuel consumption below 4.5 l/100km takes CO2 emissions below 120 g/km
• A4 2.0 TFSI e demonstrates the potency of turbocharged petrol engines with direct injection by uniting high engine output and low fuel consumption

Audi is expanding the range of its two highest-volume model series with four new, particularly efficient models. The A3, A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI e and A4 2.0 TFSI e in saloon or Avant guise are especially efficient in the way they transform fuel into propulsive energy. Audi's competence in the field of direct injection technology provides for powerful propulsion and a high degree of efficiency. Advanced engine technology employing direct fuel injection is the basis for a long range on a single tank of fuel, both with petrol engines, for example the A4 2.0 TFSI e, and with diesel engines, for example the A3 1.9 TDI e.

Further special details of these models enable the customer to make even more efficient use of fuel. A common feature of the four new models is the gearshift indicator. Centrally located in the driver's field of view in the instrument cluster, it indicates when the next gear would be a better choice, analysing the situation according to current engine load and speed. When it comes to fuel consumption, it is especially important that the driver makes full use of the vehicle's potential. The new gearshift indicator supplies valuable additional information for a consumption-orientated driving style.

The A3 has been given higher transmission ratios for 3rd and 5th gears. The Audi A4 models are equipped as standard with a manual gearbox with an additional, high-ratio 6th gear. With various weight reduction measures, for example the aluminium bonnet on the A4, 16" size 205/55 low-rolling-resistance tyres, and various aerodynamic measures such as the rear spoiler from the S line range on the A4 saloon, all the new models give the customer a high everyday usage factor and provide especially economical mobility. The engine electronics have also been tuned to give particularly good fuel consumption.

Thanks to the high torque of the TDI and TFSI engines, drivability, elasticity and comfort are all part of the repertoire of these special Audi A3 and A4 models.

The new Audi A4 2.0 TFSI with the multiple award-winning 2.0-litre TFSI engine generating 125 kW (170 bhp) shows its two faces most plainly. On the one hand it offers high performance, with a top speed of 230 km/h and acceleration from 0 – 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds. On the other hand, it has the lowest everyday fuel consumption of the entire range of A4 petrol models: 7.1 litres per 100 km (7.2 for the A4 Avant), making a range of up to 1,000 kilometres possible on a single tank filling.

The combined fuel consumption for the A3 and the A3 Sportback 1.9 TDI with 77 kW (105 bhp) and diesel particulate filter as standard is an impressive 4.5 litres per 100 km with CO2 emissions below 120 g/km. This not only places it firmly among the best in its segment, but also means the driver doesn't have to worry about finding a filling station for up to 1,200 km.

In Germany, the basic price, including 19 percent VAT, is 22,600 euros for the A3 1.9 TDI e, 23,500 euros for the Sportback, 29,650 euros for the A4 2.0 TFSI e saloon and 31,300 euros for the Avant. The new, particularly low-consumption models will be available to customers from spring 2007.

Besides the technology employed, the driver's ability also plays a decisive role for economical driving. To give its customers detailed information about how to use fuel efficiently, Audi driving experience is, with immediate effect, relaunching its efficiency training courses. Starting at € 100 per participant, an individual proposal is compiled in direct consultation with groups of interested persons. Eight German cities are available as venues. The course is held using the customers' own vehicles. Vehicle can be provided upon request and at added charge.

Source: WCF

 

[PanterroR]

Sorry for being lazy to read the whole article, but what does this "e" stand for?

 

[siko]

Sorry for being lazy to read the whole article, but what does this "e" stand for?

Doesn't say... but my guess is "economy" or "efficiency"

 

[YoUhimhER]

wow! the Audi A3 1.9 TDI e with fuel consumption below 4.5 l/100km, that's 52.3 mpg. the a4 TFSI e gets 32.93 mpg.
i assume the number they gave us is combined fuel consumption of both highway and city driving.

 

[Kowalski]

Let's get this straight, Audi now is giving the choice of two 2.0 Turbo engines. One with 170 Bhp and another one with 200 Bhp.

That's Great... I suppose.

Here's my suggestion to Volkswagen.

Replace the 2.5 20V 5-Cylinder 150 Bhp from the US Spec Jetta and Rabbit with the 2.0 Turbo 16V FSI 170 Bhp and make a hot Jetta V6 4WD to replace the current FWD Turbocharged GLI model.

Or even better, sell the Jetta with choice of 170 ("Value Edition"), 200 Bhp (Top of the Range) engines and a hot GLI with the 2.0 TFSI 260 Bhp from the Audi S3 and 4WD of course.

As for the Rabbit, just replace the 2.5 Inline 5 with the 2.0 TFSI 170 Bhp.

Sorry about the large letters.

 

[siko]

I understand your frustation Kowalski... we've been getting screwed by VW with old engines in North America for many years now.

I would think if Vdub wants to make a splash in NA, then they should start by putting the same engines as in Europe.

 

[Kowalski]

^
Sorry mate, I'm not from America. Actually, I am from the United Kingdom of Great England Land.

But, I can understand your frustration. I think, that if VW really wants to make a real "splash" in North American market, they will have to:

A-Reduce the price. The Americans are not fan of Hatchbacks, and they specially are not fans of overpriced Hatchbacks, no matter how brilliant they are. So in other words, an American buyer would say - "28K for a GTI? No way Jose!" No wonder VW announced the R32 will be a very limited edition. No American would pay nearly 30K for a Hatchback. What to say about the Passat 3.6 V6 topping nearly 40K?! The Passat is not selling well at all in America and it's not difficult to fathom why: Correct me, if I'm wrong, but 40K will get you an Audi A6 3.2 V6 Quattro.

B- Sell the cars wih the same engines as the ones in Europe. It's all very nice, the 2.5 I-5 20V is based loosely on half of the mighty Gallardo 5.0 V10 40V engine. In fact, to gain the customers, VW is making a big fuss about this. Fine. But the engine only produces 150 Bhp, that's exactly the same power output as VWs own Normally Aspirated 2.0 16V FSI. As I posted above and you (Siko) agreed with me; VW should replace the 2.5 I-5 20V with the smaller, lighter and more powerful 2.0 TFSI 170 Bhp.

C- Diesels. The current VW quit selling the Jetta 1.9 TDi in North American, because the 1.9 TDi no longer meet the new American norm for Diesels. VW announced they will reintroduce the Diesel range in North America in 2008 wih their new Bluetech tehcnology. But wouldn't be beter if they already introduced the Jetta with their new 2.0 TDi FSI 140 Bhp which already meets the Euro IV norms for 2008?