Should Audi drop FWD configuration?

[DaSilva]

I don't even consider FWD Audis as real Audis.

That's my man!

Audi is all about quattro (AWD) The End - Easy

VDT quattro

And the stupid Haldex-system that they call quattro

quattro is the future (sent to the wheel(s) that need's it the most)!

A - quattro 30% - 70%
S - quattro 25% - 75%

RS - quattro / Lambo AWD
R - quattro / Lambo AWD

(BTW Y E S Audi should never ever launched their cars with FWD)

 

[Matt]

The truth is that FWD cars are cheaper to produce than RWD cars....and arguing that Audi keeps FWD only so they dont copy BMW is absolutely incorrect. BMW didnt event the RWD concept nor does it define MB.
FWD is also no more practical than RWD. In fact a car with RWD and limited slip is probably way more suitable in bad conditions then FWD cars.

 

[Mr. M]

I'd vote for base models having FWD with AWD option, but higher-end models like the TT, A8 and A6 to have AWD standard.

 

[Lemantech]

That's my man!

Audi is all about quattro (AWD) The End - Easy

VDT quattro

And the stupid Haldex-system that they call quattro

quattro is the future (sent to the wheel(s) that need's it the most)!

A - quattro 30% - 70%
S - quattro 25% - 75%

RS - quattro / Lambo AWD
R - quattro / Lambo AWD

(BTW Y E S Audi should never ever launched their cars with FWD)

dude....Lambo AWD is 30%/70% man......maybe it should be more like this
A-40%-60%
S-40%-60%
RS-30%-70%

 

[kovachian]

I don't even see the merit in debating this. Fwd has no place in premium luxury cars. Audis should either be rear, or all wheel drive. If you want a wrong-wheel-drive German car, get a VW.

 

[warot]

I don't even see the merit in debating this. Fwd has no place in premium luxury cars. Audis should either be rear, or all wheel drive. If you want a wrong-wheel-drive German car, get a VW.

Wrong wheel drive, nice one

 

[MikeJ]

In fact a car with RWD and limited slip is probably way more suitable in bad conditions then FWD cars.

Actually no. When you have limited grip (such as in icy conditions), it's all about having as much mass as possible on the driving wheels. Most cars are front-heavy so FWD is an advantage. Some owners of RWD cars here actually carry something heavy (usually sandbags) in the trunk of their car in the winter to help traction - not very practical if you ask me.

 

[Matt]

you know your probably right...You see, im pretty naive when it comes to that stuff because I live in beautiful SO CAL

 

[PanterroR]

But in all honesty, like Eni said... "Audi = Quattro", so quattro all the way! IMHO.

Agreed!

 

[DaSilva]

dude....Lambo AWD is 30%/70% man......maybe it should be more like this
A-40%-60%
S-40%-60%
RS-30%-70%

I have read when you are going full throttle on the Murcielago 100% is sent to the back.. (or maybe it does only feel that way)

But if that's not right.. my mistake..

 

[Imhotep Evil]

The truth is that FWD cars are cheaper to produce than RWD cars....and arguing that Audi keeps FWD only so they dont copy BMW is absolutely incorrect. BMW didnt event the RWD concept nor does it define MB.
FWD is also no more practical than RWD. In fact a car with RWD and limited slip is probably way more suitable in bad conditions then FWD cars.

I've made a coment earlier.
Audi's FWD comes from its DKW and NSU predecessors. It, (modern) Audi = DKW+NSU, gave VW FWD, not vice-versa. The old real Audis, pre WW II Audi and Horch, used RWD.

As for BMW, no, they didn't invent RWD, but, their comitment to it, gave them the image of the RWD boys.
Actually BMW had RWD because of Austin 7. BMW bought the Eisenach/Dixi company, witch had previously purchased a license from Austin Motors to build the Austin 7 small car.

 

[Yperion]

The truth is that FWD cars are cheaper to produce than RWD cars....

Yes that's true but the amount of money is very small (compared to the value of a car) , like i said before it's only 500 euro or something.

 

[Zafiro]

Yes that's true but the amount of money is very small (compared to the value of a car) , like i said before it's only 500 euro or something.

it might be so today but years ago that wasnt the case.

 

[DaSilva]

it might be so today but years ago that wasnt the case.

I'm sorry JM but we live today 2006 (soon 07')... No room for FWD on Audi's..

Want FWD ? buy a Mazda...

 

[phaeton]

I've often thought VW should experiment with RWD in SEAT cars.

I think SEAT should have (still could) released Tango & Bolero concepts as production models with RWD this would have given them the prestige that they have badly needed.

If this idea worked then VAG could experiment with RWD on Audi models.

 

[cawimmer430]

Some people don't care if the car is FWD or not. They won't drive it like a madman so the issue of FWD is nothing to them.

For us enthusiasts however, we realize the limits of FWD the more powerful and heavier cars get. For us, it's a big deal. For the majority of luxury buyers out there, hardly.

Also, in Germany, a lot of base model A4's and A6's are bought by senior citizens / companies with almost zero options. They use their Audi for towing etc. and don't really need an AWD layout. FWD is perfect for these types of buyers.

 

[DaSilva]

Some people don't care if the car is FWD or not. They won't drive it like a madman so the issue of FWD is nothing to them.

For us enthusiasts however, we realize the limits of FWD the more powerful and heavier cars get. For us, it's a big deal. For the majority of luxury buyers out there, hardly.

Also, in Germany, a lot of base model A4's and A6's are bought by senior citizens / companies with almost zero options. They use their Audi for towing etc. and don't really need an AWD layout. FWD is perfect for these types of buyers.

That's 100% correct and that is why Audi's with FWD exist.. but Audi are making money so they can do more of the VDT* on the other models

 

[Dr Gullis]

LOL MARQUEZ! YOU BIST EINE GÈ LOLLEN!!!!!

 

[MB_AD]

Some people don't care if the car is FWD or not. They won't drive it like a madman so the issue of FWD is nothing to them.

To everybody say these word I'll tell them it's right but it's wrong to the company because the people who don't care about FWD or RWD will buy anything but to customers who cares about it they will not buy a luxury car with FWD So the chance of buying a RWD is more because who cares and don't cares will buy it but for FWD will be for who don't care only. (i wish you got it)

 

[cawimmer430]

To everybody say these word I'll tell them it's right but it's wrong to the company because the people who don't care about FWD or RWD will buy anything but to customers who cares about it they will not buy a luxury car with FWD So the chance of buying a RWD is more because who cares and don't cares will buy it but for FWD will be for who don't care only. (i wish you got it)

Most car buyers aren't enthusiasts. These people wouldn't be to obsessed whether or not the car is FWD, RWD or AWD. If they want an Audi, especially a lower end model, they'll have the option adding AWD if they want to.

An enthusiast for example would most likely complain about an almost 300-hp FWD Toyota Avalon because FWD can't take that much power and torque and be driven like a sports car. But this car isn't aimed at enthusiasts. It's the same people who want a Toyota but with a little more power and options... off topic but you get the idea. FWD isn't an issue to them.