Audi America has announced the arrival of the new TDI clean Diesel models for the Audi A8, A7, A6 and Q5 to debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The addition of these four models marks the first time Audi will feature a full lineup of TDI clean diesel vehicles in the U.S. as they join the updated Q7 model. Each TDI vehicle delivers up to 30% better fuel economy and 30% lower carbon dioxide emissions than gasoline engines. The TDI clean diesel engine lineup adds to Audi’s list of advanced technologies that help enhance fuel efficiency, including Audi ultra® lightweight technology, such as the use of aluminum, and the AFS frame technology.
“Owners of Audi TDI engines have helped save over 4 million gallons of gasoline, or the equivalent of more than 240,000 barrels of foreign oil, since the introduction of Audi TDI to the U.S. in 2009**,” said Scott Keogh, President, Audi of America. ” And, TDI technology delivers better fuel efficiency without sacrificing performance.”
Audi A8 TDI:
Everyone knows about the Audi A8, and now with the introduction to A8 TDI, the model makes a powerful statement for achieving a manufacturer estimated fuel efficiency of 24 MPG in the city and 36 MPG on the highway. The new model, embodies the extravagant design structure and progressive advancements, and with that setting up new standards for the luxury sedan segments. And now with the entry of the TDI Engines, the A8 segments has 8 models: the entry level A8 3.0T V6; the 420 horsepower A8 4.0T V8; the new Audi S8 4.0T V8; the A8 6.0 liter W12; and the new A8 3.0 TDI V6. The new 3.0 liter TDI clean diesel engine generates an astonishing 240 horsepower with 406 lb.-ft. of torque and seamlessly goes 0-60 in 6.4 seconds.
Audi A7 TDI:
Next up is the Audi A7 TDI clean diesel, which is the peak of design and is now more fuel efficient than earlier. Every minutest detail of the Audi A7 TDI delivers a outstanding statement, the A7 was the first car in the whole world to feature available factory- installed WI-Fi (for up to 8 passenger devices) with Audi Connect and MMI navigation plus with 3D Google Earth Maps, making the Audi A7 the perfect car with progressive design, efficiency and versatile space.
Audi A6 TDI:
The Audi A6TDI performance sedan clearly signifies the line of performance, comfort or design. the TDI TDI performance sedan, with driver assistance systems including night vision assistant, head-up display and Audi pre sense plus that helps detect imminent collisions and initiates protective measures when needed. Other available intelligent features include head-up display and a MMI Touch pad that recognizes handwriting, along with available Audi connect – the first factory-installed wireless internet connection that enables Google Earth maps, Google Local Search, and a WiFi hotspot for up to eight passenger devices.
Audi Q5 TDI:
the very famous Audi Q5 has been known for the best-selling models in the Audi lineup, and for 2014 the Audi Q5 wil receive the new TDI engine which will increase the Fuel efficiency with maximum torque. The Audi Q5 TDI Coupled the driving appeal of a sedan with high variety of its interior space and many practical solutions for recreation and everyday driving, they further have shaped the profile of the performance SUV with their striking design, technological advancements, driver assistance systems and fuel efficiencies.The new TDI clean diesel engine marks the fourth engine variant for the Audi Q5 model lineup, adding to the current four-cylinder 2.0T, the 3.0T V6, and the Q5 hybrid.
Audi Q7 TDI
The best and world wide known Audi Q7, the most luxurious SUV of the Audi line-up, still continues to establish the standard in progressive design, sophisticated technology and fuel efficiency in premium sport utility vehicles. The results of an TDI clean diesel technology are further enhanced through the revised V6 TDI engine that offers a 10 % efficiency improvement compared to gasoline engines. The revised TDI clean diesel engine has an increased output of 240 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque that helps improve performance and offers impressive fuel economy with an EPA estimated 19 city/ 28 highway miles per gallon. The incredibly efficient TDI clean diesel engine enables the Q7 TDI to achieve a range in excess of 700 miles per tank.
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