2011 2011 ZUR DEUTSCHEN VERSION

The S models Powerful performance, subtle understatement, a sumptuous level of equipment and a high degree of everyday practicality: all these attributes come together in the Audi S models. The lineup currently includes four model series – the S3, the S4, the S5 and the TTS. Each model applies its power to the road with quattro permanent all-wheel drive. The Audi S3 and the Audi S3 Sportback Topping the A3 model line are the Audi S3 and the S3 Sportback with 195 kW (265 hp). The two-liter TFSI with direct injection and powerful turbocharger is a true high-performance unit. The three-door sprints to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 5.7 seconds (with S tronic: 5.5 seconds). As with all S models, the top speed is governed at 250 km/h (155.34 mph). The driver changes gears via a manual six-speed transmission. In the quattro drivetrain, a hydraulic multi-plate clutch with an electronic control unit distributes the torque. The body of the S3 is 25 millimeters (0.98 in) lower than an A3 with the standard chassis. Stiffer chassis bearings and a sporty steering characteristic enhance precision. Large brakes provide the stopping power, and 18-inch wheels deliver the power to the road. The Audi S4 and the Audi S4 Avant The Audi S4 and the S4 Avant are powerful athletes. Their engine, the 3.0 TFSI, is supercharged and really hangs on the gas. The V6 serves up 245 kW (333 hp) of power and 440 Nm (324.53 lb-ft) of torque together with a fuel consumption of just 9.4 liters of fuel per 100 km (25.02 US mpg) with S tronic. The Avant consumes 9.7 liters (24.25 US mpg). The sedan sprints from 0 to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 5.1 seconds; the Avant in 5.2 seconds. Both versions come standard with a six-speed manual transmission. The sport suspension lowers the vehicle body by 20 millimeters (0.79 in), and a high-performance brake system provides powerful deceleration. The wheels are 18 inches in diameter. Optional high-end technologies from Audi enable the S4 to extend its advantage even further. The seven-speed S tronic shifts gears within hundredths of a second; the sport differential distributes power actively and variably between the rear wheels while cornering at high speeds. The Audi drive select system enables the driver to alter the mode of operation of the engine, the S tronic and the sport differential as desired. Dynamic steering and adaptive damper control round out the package. The Audi S5 Coupé, the S5 Cabriolet and the S5 Sportback The S5 Coupé is powered by a classic, brawny, normally aspirated engine. The 4.2-liter V8 FSI generates 260 kW (354 PS) and delivers 440 Nm (324.53 lb-ft) of torque. It accelerates the two-door model to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 5.1 seconds. Audi offers the S5 Coupé with a sportier six-speed tiptronic transmission as an option to the standard six-speed manual transmission. The S5 Cabriolet and the S5 Sportback have the same TFSI engine under the hood as the S4. The supercharged three-liter V6 engine generates 245 kW (333 hp) for superior performance. The Sportback completes the sprint to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 5.4 seconds, the Cabriolet in 5.6 seconds. The seven-speed S tronic is standard here. The sport suspension has been dynamically tuned for all three S5 models. The high-performance brake system with its black calipers provides for powerful deceleration; the 18-inch wheels and wide tires deliver tenacious grip. Audi also offers the Audi drive select dynamics control system, the sport differential, the damper control system and dynamic steering as options. The Audi TTS and the TTS Roadster The TTS – both as Coupé and Roadster – is powered by a two-liter TFSI producing 220 kW (272 hp) and 350 Nm (258.15 lb-ft) of torque. The four-cylinder unit accelerates the TTS Coupé with S tronic from zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 5.2 seconds; the TTS Roadster completes this same exercise in 5.4 seconds. Thanks to its largely aluminum body, the TTS is extraordinarily light, with a curb weight of only 1,395 kilograms (3,075.45 lb). When coupled with the optional six-speed S tronic, the Coupé consumes an average of only 7.7 liters of fuel per 100 km (30.55 US mpg). The hydraulic multi-plate clutch, the heart of the quattro drivetrain, diverts torque from the front to the rear axle in just fractions of a second, if necessary. The TTS comes standard with the Audi magnetic ride adaptive shock absorber system. In normal mode, it is well-balanced on the road. In sport mode, it leverages the potential of its suspension – which lowers the vehicle body by 10 millimeters (0.39 in) – to achieve uncompromisingly dynamic handling. When the need arises, a high-performance brake system reliably brings the compact Audi sports car to a stop. The RS models With their immensely powerful engines, the RS models have formed the dynamic spearhead of the model program since 1994. Presented by AUDI AG subsidiary quattro GmbH, the vehicles are consistently sporty in character. quattro drive is also standard here. Audi currently offers the TT RS as both a coupé and a roadster and the RS 5 Coupé. The Audi TT RS Coupé and Audi TT RS Roadster Five-cylinder engines are part of the Audi DNA. The TT RS features a prime example of such an engine, a turbocharged 2.5-liter engine with FSI direct gasoline injection. It generates 250 kW (340 hp) and delivers 450 Nm (331.90 lb-ft) of torque to the crankshaft. When the driver pushes the Sport button, a flap in the left exhaust tailpipe renders the sound of the five-cylinder even more intense and the engine ’s responsiveness is boosted further. The TT RS Coupé with S tronic rockets from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62.14 mph) in 4.3 seconds (4.6 seconds with manual transmission); the Roadster in 4.4 seconds (4.7 seconds with manual transmission). quattro GmbH will raise the top speed to 280 km/h (173.98 mph) upon request. The Coupé with S tronic uses just 8.5 liters of fuel per 100 km (27.67 US mpg); the Roadster uses 8.6 liters per 100 km (27.35 US mpg). A recuperation system contributes to this efficiency. The Audi TT RS offers a choice of the tightly-spaced six-speed manual transmission and the new seven-speed S tronic. The dual-clutch transmission features a compact three-shaft layout and is widely spaced, with its seventh gear designed as an overdrive. The S tronic includes launch control for lightning-fast starts. The Coupé boasts a power-to-weight ratio of only 4.3 kilograms (9.48 lb) per hp; this same figure for the Roadster is 4.4 kilograms (9.70 lb) per hp (with S tronic: 4.5 kg (9.92 lb). These top figures are due primarily to the extremely lightweight Audi Space Frame (ASF) bodies made of aluminum in the front and sheet steel in the rear. The Audi TT RS rolls on 18-inch wheels; four-piston calipers and drilled brake discs provide the stopping power up front. The sport suspension lowers the vehicle body by 10 millimeters (0.39 in), and the Audi magnetic ride adaptive damping system is available as an option. The Audi RS 5 Coupé A classically elegant coupé with a breathtakingly powerful engine: the Audi RS 5 Coupé is an exceptional athlete. A high-revving, normally aspirated V8 powers the two-door model,which was voted “Sports Car 2010 ” in its class by the readers of Auto Bild SportsCars. The 4.2 FSI produces 331 kW (450 hp) at 8,250 rpm, with the peak torque of 430 Nm (317.15 lb-ft) available between 4,000 and 6,000 rpm. The sonorous V8 accelerates the RS 5 Coupé from zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 4.6 seconds. Audi will increase the electronically governed top speed to 280 km/h (173.98 mph) upon request. The 4.2 FSI consumes an average of just 10.8 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers (21.78 US mpg) on average – far less than its key competitors. This impressive figure is due to the technologies from the Audi modular efficiency platform, which also includes a recuperation system. With its high efficiency and its long top gear, the standard seven-speed S tronic – also contributes to the good fuel economy. Launch control enables rocket-like starts. Like every Audi RS model, the RS 5 Coupé applies its power to the road with quattro permanent all-wheel drive, here in the latest evolutionary stage with the crown-gear center differential and torque vectoring. Audi also offers the sport differential for the rear axle as an option. The suspension of the RS 5 Coupé lowers the vehicle body by 20 millimeters (0.79 in). 19-inch alloy wheels are standard. The optional Dynamic Ride Control (DRC) damping technology is a purely mechanical system without any lag. Its damping characteristic can be switched between three characteristics. The brake system features large, internally vented discs; the front calipers have eight pistons. Audi delivers carbon fiber-ceramic discs up front upon request. The Audi drive select driving dynamics system comes standard with the RS 5 Coupé. The system allows individual vehicle components to be dynamically configured in comfort, auto and dynamic modes. The sport differential for the rear axle, dynamic steering and the sport suspension plus DRC dynamic ride control are available as options. The equipment, data and prices specified in this document refer to the model range offered in Germany. Subject to change without notice; errors and omissions excepted. READER COMMENTS ADD YOUR COMMENTS AUDI AG, Kommunikation Produkt AUDI AG, Product Communications Ingolstadt, 2011 www.audi-mediaservices.com BACK TO TOP HOME | CARS AND VEHICLES | AUDI MODELS | MOTORIST LIFETYLE | MOTORSPORTS | SHOWROOM | OLDTIMER | HOME | MODELLE | AUDI MODELLE | MOBILER ALLTAG | MOTORSPORT | SHOWROOM | OLDTIMERBERICHT | © Copyright 2011, motormove online. All rights reserved.