Audi's 2.0-litre Toyota-beater

Even though it only sips at a rate of 5.2L/100km, when mated with a six-speed manual gearbox, performance figures are not adversely affected - it will still put out 115bhp and get the car from 0 to 100km/h in 11.2 seconds. Top speed is a comfortable 201km/h and exhaust gases will be kept at a healthy, [URL=http://www.spiegel.de/international/spiegel/0,1518,471188,00.html]Stavros-hugging[/URL] 137g of CO2 per kilometre.

Although these figures are for the turbo-diesel model, Audi also has the petrol-run A4 2.0 TFSI e, which would be more exciting for our local market.


[B]Press Release[/B]

Ingolstadt, 2007-05-02
Audi A4 1.9 TDI e – only 5.2 l diesel / 100 km and 137 g CO2 / km
A clean best-seller

Audi is extending its highest-volume model series, the Audi A4, adding two new, particularly efficient models. With an output of 115 bhp, the A4 1.9 TDI e, available as a saloon and as an Avant, offers powerful propulsion and high efficiency. The A4 1.9 TDI e accelerates to 100 km/h in just 11.2 seconds and on up to a maximum speed of 201 km/h, which makes its fuel consumption data all the most astonishing. Indeed, the A4 1.9 TDI e saloon with a manual 6-speed gearbox requires just 5.2 litres of diesel per 100 kilometres and emits merely 137 g CO2 / km.

State-of-the-art TDI engine technology and an array of features enable the driver to make even more efficient use of fuel. The best example is the gearshift display. Located in the instrument cluster in the driver’s central line of vision, it indicates the best time to move up or down to the next gear, depending on the given situation. In terms of consumption in particular, it is important that the driver takes full advantage of the vehicle’s potential. The new gearshift display provides valuable information to ensure a fuel-saving driving style.

The A4 furthermore has markedly high transmission ratios for gears 3 to 6, which contribute to lower fuel consumption. The engine electronics too are engineered for economy. With various weight-reduction measures, including the aluminium bonnet and low-rolling-resistance tyres in size 205/55 R16, in addition to aerodynamic features – such as the saloon’s integrated S line rear spoiler – the A4 1.9 TDI e is highly compatible with everyday use and offers particularly economical mobility.

Following the success of the A3 1.9 TDI e, Audi is now applying this integral efficiency concept in a second high-volume model series. The basic price of the A4 1.9 TDI e is € 28.300. The A4 2.0 TFSI e is also available.

[B]Audi A4 1.9 TDI e[/B]
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Credits: Kr0n