Audi A1 Quattro: Audi has just launched a four-wheel drive version of the A1 small car. Called Quattro

 

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Audi has just launched a four-wheel drive version of the A1 small car. Called the Quattro, it offers a new spirit of sport and stronger mechanical

Brand with the four rings have been baptized this new version of the RS1. Indeed, in addition to providing four-wheel drive A1, Audi fits under the hood a 2.0 TFSI four-cylinder turbo, developing no less than 256 horses, the first in this segment.

So of course given the size of the car and its power, performance at the rendezvous.German brand announced a 0-100 in 5.7 seconds and a top speed of 245 km / h to 350 Nm of torque and consumption of 8.5 liters per 100 kilometers. But Audi did not report figures for the C02, certainly not champions in this area.

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To transmit the power to the wheels, Ingolstadt company offers six-speed manual box. Manufacturers claim that the transmission Quattro permanent. During hard acceleration, Audi says that power is distributed electronically. It was first sent to the front wheels and then switch on the rear axle.

This chassis has been revised compared to the conventional A1 to accommodate the extra power. Electrohydraulic steering has been recalibrated suspension and strengthened. Everything is camping in 18-inch wheels and the pavement width 225 mm height 35. 315 mm front brake discs start. A sport mode is also available for the more rigid chassis. Note that the ESP is completely removable for more sporty.

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Looks aside, Quattro A1 is very close to the clubsport concept. The front gets the shield incorporating large air intakes and lights with a black background. An endowment that increases the aggressiveness of Quattro. At the back of the same recipe is applied. A big fins up and dual exhaust occur on both sides of the diffuser.The lights are colored reinforce sportsmanship.

The interior is where the wise and less focused on sportsmanship. Guests can still find bucket seats badged Quattro, steering wheel with red stitching on the flat and black shower cabin. All this is punctuated by various pieces of aluminum, such as speed shift knob, crank or door handle. Technology endowment clear designation as a comprehensive example A1 Quattro MMI navigation system.



Unfortunately, this version will not be available to all people puisqu'Audi plans to produce just 333 copies only. A1 Quattro will be delivered with white glaciers accompanied by a black roof. Germans talk about the market which is scheduled for mid 2012. The JCW Mini, Clio RS or any other DS3 Racing will be more careful as Quattro A1 seems to play on another court. Only uncertainty, a fixed price on this unknown. It should also be possible to play on another court!