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2010 Audi S4 Quattro six-speed manual transmission, 0-60mph in 5.1 seconds

Company officials have said that the old S4 — offered as a convertible as well as sedan in the past — accounted for just 5 percent to 6 percent of U.S. sales of the A4 line. They're hoping for more like 15 percent for the lower-priced S4, which is available in 2010 as a sedan only.If the test vehicle, in bright red paint and mostly black... [more]

Audi A5 Cabriolet 2000cc, direct-injection, turbo 4-cylinder, manual/automatic with manual-mode paddle shifting

Its predecessor A4 cabriolet had a 2-liter, 200-horsepower turbo 4 with less zip than the new direct-injection version, which Audi says performs like a 6-cylinder while delivering decent mileage: 20 city/26 highway.Not a screamer, however. It doesn't have enough spring in its first step from the light or into the passing lane. The S5 version,... [more]

The 2009 Audi S5, an Autoweek Drivers Log

Like the new Mercedes-Benz E-class coupe, I'm not sure where coupes like this fit in today's marketplace, except as niche vehicles for people who can afford the luxury of only needing two doors and not much back seat. For those who can, I'd say this S5 is the pick of the litter right now, with sharp lines, velvety power, capable handling and the... [more]

Reader Spy: Audi A5 Sportback caught under canvas

Although Audi has said that it won't be bringing the new A5 Sportback to these shores, that didn't stop them from doing exactly that recently. Whether for testing purposes or marketing work, a Sportback was spotted here in Southern California recently and was luckily captured by frequent AB commenter Zamafir. Although the car was covered in camo,... [more]

Road test: 2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.0T quattro car review

Back before Calvin went into comic book retirement—taking jobs on pickup truck rear windows celebrating his incontinence—he and Hobbes would go careening in a little red wagon. We think Calvin and his tiger buddy would enjoy the 2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.0T that Audi recently sent us to test. That particular 2009 Audi A4 Avant 2.0T that Audi... [more]

Audi A6 3.0 V6 TFSI quattro S line

AUDI is aiming to achieve the best of all worlds with a V6 four wheel drive version of its A6 executive saloon model equipped with tiptronic transmission.The turbocharged V6 engine has the same power output as a V8 but with the emissions and economy of a six-pot.This means prodigious performance for such a large car with the advantage of... [more]

Audi R8 takes to Qatar roads

With more than 70 percent of the vehicle being hand built and only a few units produced every day at the Audi factory in Neckarsulm/Germany, the Audi R8 is one of the most exclusive cars to be seen on the streets of Qatar. Last week Audi Qatar, represented by Saad Buzwair Automotive, offered its VIP clientele the chance to test drive and... [more]

(Audi) Teen involved in wreck that killed 90-year-old will graduate today

HOPEWELL — On what was supposed to be one of the happiest and proudest days of his life, 18-year-old Anthony Meglio will instead attend his high school graduation ceremony today physically hurt and mentally anguished.Donning his cap and gown in the colors of West Windsor-Plainsboro South, Meglio will limp down the aisle for his diploma,... [more]

DTM: 50th Audi Win In DTM To Celebrate 100th Anniversary?

The Audi brand celebrates its 100th birthday in July. What could be more appropriate than recording the 50th victory in the most popular international touring car race series just before the anniversary celebrations – and on top of this at the Norisring in Nuremberg, Audi’s "home race"?An Audi has won on 49 occasions in the DTM up to now.... [more]

AUDI A4 Convertible 2.4L Sport For Sale

Silver metallic Audi A4 Convertible 2.4L Sport. from Dec. 2002. Very comfortable to drive and in Immaculate condition in and out !! Only 22.000 miles and 1 previous owner.Full Leather interior, Heated seats, Aircon, Full Electric Black Hood, Electric windows and mirrors, CD player, Audi Concert sound system, Rear reversing sensors.Beautiful... [more]

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