Audi Pikes Peak quattro

Audi Pikes Peak quattro

Manufacturer	Audi AG
Production	2003
Successor	Audi Q7
Class	concept car, SUV
Body style	5-door 6-seater large SUV
Layout	Front engine, quattro permanent four wheel drive
Engine	4.2L FSI V8 2xDOHC
Transmission	6-speed tiptronic automatic transmission

The Audi Pikes Peak quattro was a sport utility vehicle concept car. It was created by German premium automobile manufacturer, Audi. The Pikes Peak quattro was first introduced at the 2003 North American International Auto Show. It was the first of three concept cars designed by Audi and shown in 2003, ahead of the Nuvolari quattro and the Le Mans quattro.

The Pikes Peak quattro was named after the famed hillclimbing course, Pikes Peak in the Rocky Mountains, which they had taken overall wins and broken records during the 1980s, due to the off-road capability of their "quattro" cars.

The Pikes Peak quattro design was subsequently developed into the production Audi Q7.

Engine, performance, and design

The Pikes Peak quattro uses a twin-turbocharged 4.2 L Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI) V8 engine. This develops 368 kW (500 PS; 493 bhp) and 630 N·m (465 ft·lbf) of torque from 2000 rpm, and features DOHC (two per cylinder bank) with 5 valves per cylinder.

Engine output is transmitted through a 6-speed tiptronic automatic transmission, complete with steering wheel mounted paddle shifters.quattro permanent four wheel drive system is also standard.

Acceleration is 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.7 seconds, while the top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155 mph).

The Pikes Peak quattro is well-suited for off-road use with its high ride height, adaptive air suspension, quattro permanent four wheel drive, and power rack and pinion steering.

Audi Nuvolari quattro

Audi Nuvolari quattro

Manufacturer	Audi AG
Production	2003
Successor	Audi A5 and S5
Class	Concept car, sports car
Body style	2-door 4-seat coupé
Layout	front engine, quattro permanent four wheel drive
Engine	5.0L FSI V10, 2xDOHC
Length	4,800 mm (189.0 in)
Width	1,920 mm (75.6 in)
Height	1,410 mm (55.5 in)

Rear view of the Nuvolari quattro.

The Audi Nuvolari quattro (also known as theAudi Lisvina) was a concept car created by German automobile maker Audi. This vehicle was first introduced at the 2003 Geneva Motor Show. It was what Audi planned to become the vision of their next grand tourer (GT) vehicle. It was the second of three concept cars designed by Audi and shown in 2003, after the Pikes Peak quattro and ahead of the Le Mans quattro.

The Nuvolari quattro had a 5.0 L twin-turbocharged V10 Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI) engine rated at 441 kW (600 PS; 591 bhp). Torque on the Nuvolari quattro was rated at 750 N·m (553 ft·lbf). The Nuvolari quattro used Audi'sTorsen-based quattro permanent four-wheel drive system.

It could accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in about 4.1 seconds. Top speed was electronically governed to 250 km/h (160 mph).

The Nuvolari quattro was named after one of the most famous and legendary race car drivers of all time, Tazio Nuvolari. Nuvolari gained 61 Grand Prix victories and died in 1953. Fifty years after his death, the Audi Nuvolari quattro was created in honour of his memory.

Audi subsequently developed the Nuvolari quattro into the new A5 and S5 range.

Audi quattro concept

Audi quattro concept

Manufacturer	Audi
Production	Concept car
Body style	2-door coupé
Layout	longitudinal front engine, quattro permanent four-wheel drive
Platform	Volkswagen Group MLB platform
Engine	2.5l TFSI 402.8 hp (300 kW)
Transmission	6-Speed Manual sourced from Audi S5
Wheelbase	2,600 mm (102.4 in)
Length	4,280 mm (168.5 in)
Width	1,860 mm (73.2 in)
Height	1,320 mm (52.0 in)
Curb weight	1,300 kg (2,866.0 lb)

The Audi quattro concept is a concept car produced by Audi and presented at the Paris Motor Show in 2010. It commemorates the 30th anniversary of the original Audi Quattroand the Audi quattro four wheel drive system. Based on the Audi RS5, it features a modified 2.5L five-cylinder TFSI engine and the sixth generation of quattro transmission.It has been reported that Audi are considering a limited production model (200–500 cars) based on the quattro concept.

Engine and transmission

The car is powered by a turbocharged (TFSI) five cylinder 2.5 L engine producing 408 PS (300 kW), enabling the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds. It has a six-speed manual gearbox and a new generation of the quattro permanent four wheel drivesystem.

Body and chassis

Based on the platform of the Audi RS5, with a wheelbase shortened by 150 mm, the styling is a reinterpretation of the short-wheelbase Audi Sport Quattro. The body is constructed in aluminium using Audi Space Frame technology, and additional carbon fibre components.

The car's total weight is only 1,300 kilograms (2,866 lb), which makes for a power-to-weight ratio of 3,2 kilograms per horsepower (7.02 lb/hp).

Interior

The navigation system and infotainment, which is usually placed in the center of the dashboard, has been merged with the gauge cluster placed behind the steering wheel, making the controls of the car witin arm's reach. The screen can display media and nav controls and the usual speedometer at the same time. The buttons on the infotainment system have been placed around the gauge screen and on the steering wheel for convenience. The main interior colors are beige and black, with silver trim here and there. There are two racing-style bucket seats in the car, with the rest of the rear interior space used for cargo.

>>Audi Le Mans quattro

Audi Le Mans quattro

Audi Le Mans quattro

Audi Le Mans quattro concept car.
Manufacturer	Audi AG
Production	2003
Assembly	Neckarsulm, Germany
Successor	Audi R8
Class	concept car, sports car
Body style	2-door coupé
Layout	Mid engine, quattro permanent four-wheel drive
Engine	5.0L V10, twin-turbocharged FSI, 2x DOHC
Transmission	six-speed sequential manual
Wheelbase	2,649 mm (104.3 in)
Length	4,369 mm (172.0 in)
Width	1,900 mm (74.8 in)
Height	1,245 mm (49.0 in)
Curb weight	1,530 kg (3,400 lb)

The Audi Le Mans quattro was a sports car styled concept car, developed by Audi, for presentation at the 2003 Frankfurt Motor Show, as a result of Audi's three successive wins at the arduous 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance motor race in 2000, 2001, and 2002. It was the third and final concept car designed by Audi in 2003, following the Pikes Peak quattroand Nuvolari quattro.

Audi subsidiary quattro GmbH subsequently decided to produce the Audi Le Mans quattro as a production road car, calling it the Audi R8, naming it after their very successful Audi R8 (race car) which won the 24 Hours of Le Mans five times.

Design and technical

The Audi Le Mans Quattro has a number of high-tech features, including the headlightswhich are composed entirely of light-emitting diodes (LEDs). The structural framework of the body, the Audi Space Frame (ASF) used in the Lamborghini Gallardo, is made entirely of aluminium, while the outer skin is made out of carbon fibre and aluminium. The car also features an automatic rear spoiler which raises at 70 mph (110 km/h).

The Le Mans quattro featured the magneto rheological dampers, also installed in the latest Audi TT, which gives the car a firmer and more responsive drive and improved handling characteristics. In Audi tradition, the car features quattro permanent four-wheel drive to optimise traction and handling.

The Le Mans quattro's engine was a development of the Gallardo's, with the same displacement but utilizing different cylinder heads (with four valves per cylinder rather than five), as well as twin-turbochargers and Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI) technology, resulting in the high output of 449 kW (610 PS; 602 bhp), and 750 N·m (553 ft·lbf) of torque. The gearbox is the six-speed sequential manual transmission used in the Lamborghini Gallardo.

The car showcased various Audi styling cues and technological details, planned to be used in future production Audis.

Specifications

• Power: 449 kW (610 PS; 602 bhp)
• Torque: 750 N·m (553 ft·lbf)
• Engine: 5.0L twin-turbocharged (5.0 L twin turbo V10) with FSI
• 0–100 km/h: 3.7
• Top Speed: 345 km/h (214 mph)

Audi e-tron

Audi e-tron

Manufacturer	Audi AG
Class	Electric vehicle

The Audi e-tron family is a series of electric and hybrid concept cars shown by Audi from 2009 onwards.

It has been speculated that the second e-tron concept car, shown in 2010 in Detroit, provides a preview of a future mid-engined Audi sports car production model to be launched in 2012, possibly to be named Audi R4 or Audi R5, which may be available in both electric and internal combustion engine-powered variants.

The name “e-tron” has been seen in the French-speaking press as laughingly close to the French word “étron” (turd).

e-tron performance

As this car is still in concept, much of its performance specifications is still uncertain. The car will have four electric motors, one per wheel. Together, these motors will produce ~3,320 pound-feet of torque. Top speed for the e-tron is limited to 124 miles per hour, and will be able to travel 150 miles on full charge.

In concept form, the e-tron also is equipped with conceptual technology: technology that communicates with other cars, road signs, etc.

e-tron Concepts

e-tron Frankfurt

e-tron (Frankfurt)

Production	2012 (expected production of R8 e-tron)
Related	Audi R8

The first e-tron concept car was shown at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. A two-seater, similar in appearance to the Audi R8, but slightly smaller, it is powered by four motors, providing four-wheel drive. Together, these produce 230 kW (308 bhp) and 4,500 N·m (3,319 ft·lbf) of torque, resulting in an acceleration of 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.8 seconds.

A 470 kg (1,036 lb) lithium-ion battery is located in front of the rear axle and provides a range of approximately 248 km (154 mi), with a full charge taking 6-8 hours from a normal household socket. The ceramic brake discs can also provide regenerative braking energy. A limited production model based on this car, called the R8 e-tron is reported to be under development.

e-tron Detroit

e-tron (Detroit)

Production	2014 (expected production of Audi A/S/RS 4 & 5)
Related	Volkswagen Concept BlueSport, Audi R4

The second e-tron concept (confusingly, also named "e-tron") was shown at the 2010 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Smaller than the Frankfurt car, this model had only two motors, powering the rear wheels. Power output is quoted at 150 kW (201 bhp) and 2,650 N·m (1,955 ft·lbf), with acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.9 seconds. A similar production model, based on a future mid-engined automotive platform codenamed 9X1, shared with Porsche and Volkswagen, is reportedly under development.

A1 e-tron

The Audi A1 e-tron concept car, an electric variant of the Audi A1 production model, was first shown at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. The A1 e-tron is a series plug-in hybrid, powered by an electric motor with a continuous output of 45 kW (61 PS; 60 bhp), and a peak output of 75 kW (102 PS; 101 bhp). A 254 cc Wankel engine is also used to power a 15 kW (20 PS; 20 bhp) range-extending generator.

e-tron Spyder

e-tron Spyder

Production	2014 (expected production of TT/TTS)
Related	Volkswagen Concept BlueSport, Audi R4

Shown at the 2010 Paris Motor Show, this roadster is a plug-in hybrid powered by a 221 kW (296 bhp) twin-turbo TDI 3.0 L V6 diesel engine driving the rear wheels, plus two electric motors together producing 64 kW (86 bhp) powering the front wheels. Acceleration to 100 km/h (62 mph) is achieved in 4.4 seconds.

Audi presented the e-tron Spyder in January 2011 at the Las Vegas Consumer Electronics Show, near identical to the Paris show car, but this time painted bright red. The car was advertised with the same performance specifications, including an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph (249 km/h).

Audi Avus quattro

Audi Avus quattro

Manufacturer	Audi AG
Class	Concept car
Body style	2-door coupé
Layout	Mid engine, quattro permanent four-wheel drive
Engine	6.0 L W12
Transmission	6-speed manual
Length	4,470 mm (176.0 in)
Width	2,006 mm (79.0 in)
Designer	Martin Smith

The Audi Avus quattro was a "supercar-styled" concept car from the German car manufacturer Audi. It was first introduced at the 1991 Tokyo Motor Show. The Avus quattro had an aluminum body, which made it a lightweight and safe automobile. This second showing of the new aluminium architecture (after the quattro Spyder a month before) paved the way for the mass produced aluminium A8 in 1994.

The Avus quattro's engine was supposed to be a 6.0 L 60-valve 12-cylinder engine producing 509 PS (374 kW; 502 hp), capable of accelerating the car from 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) in about 3 seconds and a top speed of 259 mph (417 km/h). The exact car shown at the Tokyo Motor Show, however, had a dummy made of carefully painted wood and plastic for an engine because at the time, such a powertrain was still in development; Audi-made W12 engines were not available to buyers until Audi presented its flagship A8 a few years later.

The Avus quattro is now on display at Audi's museum in Ingolstadt, Germany.

Audi Avantissimo

Audi Avantissimo

Manufacturer	Audi AG
Production	2001
Successor	Audi A6 Avant
Class	Concept car, Station wagon
Body style	5-door Avant
Layout	Front-engine design, quattro permanent four-wheel drive
Engine	4.2 L V8 twin-turbo
Transmission	6-speed Automatic transmission

The Audi Avantissimo was a concept car by the German automobile manufacturer Audi. The Audi Avantissimo debuted at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany. Audi planned the Avantissimo to be luxurious and distinguished, but very swift at the same time. Many of its styling cues are visible on the 2004 Audi A8.

The Audi Avantissimo had a 4.2 L V8 engine equipped with twin turbochargers. This engine developed about 430 PS (316 kW; 424 hp) and 600 lb·ft (810 N·m) of torque. The Avantissimo had a six-speed automatic transmission and also had quattro permanent four-wheel drive.

The Audi Avantissimo was an "ultimate station wagon" concept car by the German automobile manufacturer Audi. The Audi Avantissimo debuted at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany. Audi planned the Avantissimo to be luxurious and distinguished, but very swift at the same time. Many of its styling cues are visible on the 2004 Audi A8.

The Audi Avantissimo had a 4.2 L V8 engine equipped with twin turbochargers. This engine developed about 430 PS (316 kW; 424 hp) and 600 lb·ft (810 N·m) of torque. The Avantissimo had a six-speed automatic transmission and also had quattro permanent four-wheel drive.