2011 Opel Meriva Review

Innovative, versatile and elegant: The second generation of the Opel Meriva, formerly in the Geneva Motor Show 2010 will set a new standard for flexibility of the car with a multitude of innovative features designed to enhance the flexible use space. And that's all in a distinctive and contemporary design.

When the car is innovative about the diversity card compact seven-seat Zafira in 1999, Opel has created a new market segment accessible minivan when it launched its first generation Opel Meriva 2003. Revolutionary concept FlexSpace back, a high seating position and a spacious cabin, the Opel Meriva is a small but very flexible. A formula for success has enabled a consistent result in a small SUV segment, where sales in Europe totaling over 1 million units.

Now the second generation Opel Meriva again raises the bar for affordable, on-board flexibility. E 'FlexSpace system was further developed in a more intuitive and easy to use. It also has the FlexDoors, rear-hinged rear doors, which facilitate the cottage - the first presentation of a producer of volume. In addition, the new Meriva is an excellent interior storage space to improve the revolutionary concept of a flexible center console and the system exclusive FlexFix Opel - an integrated rear bicycle carrier, which is stored in the storage box.

Opel Meriva flexibility of a brand is to strengthen the expressive exterior and interior design that brings forward Opel awarded new sculptural language. MPV's silhouette is fluid, elegant and dynamic. Rear window graphics distinctive wave compounded by FlexDoors better visibility to the rear-hinged rear seat passengers, especially children.

The new benchmark in versatility edge

"When the Opel Zafira and Meriva Flex 7 seating concepts are FlexSpace has invented a new type of fully integrated, on-board flexibility," says Alain Visser, vice president of sales, marketing and maintenance of the Opel / Vauxhall. "The new Meriva wanted to design a new industry standard automotive versatility. I see no other car offers so many ideas that make life easier."

Greater flexibility is extended to all areas of the new Opel Meriva. In the cabin, the rear seats FlexSpace innovative system introduced in the first Opel Meriva has been developed: It takes much less effort to move the seats in different positions or near them.

Throughout the cabin, storage space is significantly increased in a convenient location, provided that items commonly carried in the vehicle. FlexRail revolutionary console consists of replaceable memory unit slides on rails located between the front seats provide a convenient and adaptable to any type of storage use.

The front seats are large similar to those of the new Opel Astra and badges. Offer a range of first class, the setting - 240 mm front / rear and 65 mm in height - allowing people of all sizes and ages to find comfort for their displacement. Another new Opel Meriva Opel is the availability of a single integrated FlexFix bicycle rack.

Entering a new era of doors

Opel Meriva opens a new dimension in access to rear seats with one rear-hinged doors. The FlexDoor is the first time a volume manufacturer in the industry. Unlike other known systems available rear hinged doors equipped FlexDoor full-size doors that open independently without a cover drive through the front doors. A classic B-pillar opening makes this independent as possible, while ensuring the rigidity of the body and good protection against lateral impact. It also has a handle that makes it even easier entry and exit.

FlexDoor offer a great feature that is easy to enter and exit the rear seat. Search the C-pillar hinge also allows more space for passengers' feet to swing beyond the flange of B-pillar. FlexDoor is also open to 84 degrees, much wider than conventional doors, where 68 to 70 degrees is the norm. These passengers also benefit from the same angle of 84 degrees. FlexDoor are also more ergonomic and comfortable for passengers before opening FlexDoor stowing a jacket, a purse or umbrella behind the front seat.

FlexDoors also increases safety, especially for young families. Parents can get in the back seat makes it easy to connect, and children can easily see when you come in and out of the vehicle. For example, when both the front and back doors are open at the same time, the safety zone has been created for both children and parents out of the car without a door that separates them, to reduce traffic coming out of children.

FlexDoors add style to increased functionality. Stepping in and out of the vehicle, not only feels much more natural, it looks cool and elegant. No need to twist or slip out the back seat.

FlexDoors has been successfully market tested and evaluated Opel Meriva customers since 2006. It 'supports a variety of patented locking system for enhanced security.

Monocab expression of the new Opel design

Inside and out, the Opel Meriva Opel advance expressive design language - combines sculptural artistry with German precision - and sticks to the same level of quality on the Insignia and the new Astra.

Opel's designers created a dynamic, stylish SUV. A line of low, sweeping roof combined with signature Opel blade side of the body and cause the rear window line gives the wave of a new Opel Meriva, and distinctive look.

FlexDoors inviting interior landscape in harmony with sleek lines and surfaces. Curved wing-shaped instrument panel adds a sense of breadth and volume. Leaning forward in the center console to contribute to this and added the concept of sportsmanship and sculptures.

The interior is decorated with six different levels of color and finish. The largest selection ever offered in an Opel. The high level of texture and finish and the materials chosen and the construction and decoration of the controls is typical of more expensive cars.

Opel Meriva launch of six environmentally friendly engines

New Opel Meriva will benefit from a longer wheelbase, wider front and rear, all contribute to improving the treatment and increase comfort.

The engine range offers economical and efficient turbo engines with a power bandwidth of 75 to 140 hp. A particularly economical ecoFLEX version will also be offered. The Opel Meriva offers a choice of 5 and gearbox 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic.

Designed and developed by Opel engineers in R�sselsheim Center, Germany, the new Opel Meriva will be built in Zaragoza, Spain, and is scheduled for sale in the summer of 2010.

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2012 Opel Zafira Tourer Review

The Opel Zafira Tourer makes its world premiere at the 64th International Motor Show in Frankfurt, 15-25 September 2011. Offering a perfect combination of functionality and wellbeing, the Opel Zafira Insignia Tourer provides values ??of quality and innovative technology and design philosophy Opel - "the art of sculpture is combined with German precision" - in the minivan segment.

The "Tour" in the name of the mark a great step forward: with a large seating system Flex7 redesigned, the third generation of the Opel compact van sets new standards for passenger cabin flexibility and quality. But the transformation goes beyond the increased capacity to transform their cabin layout: The overall experience is updated. is relaxed driving through with a fine quality design, comfortable atmosphere of the spacious cabin, chassis and technologies and improved security.

The benchmark for flexibility gives rear passengers a new sense of First Class

When it was launched in 1999, the first generation Zafira was not only the first seven places in its class. It also sets new standards for fully integrated into the flexible board. This means that you must remove and store the heavy seats. Since 1999, Opel has sold more than 2.2 million copies of two generations of Europeans Zafira. Along with the Meriva, the European leader in the small SUV class, the Opel Zafira has created a model of flexibility and multi-purpose vehicle segment.

Premium flexibility is the card of the new Opel Zafira Tourer. Opel engineers have significantly improved the clever Flex7 floor plan. While the entire line third party may still be bent to the ground in the trunk, the second line has been completely redesigned: No longer a bank, it now consists of three separate individual seats that fold flat and moved independently other. Everyone can slide along the 210 mm.

In addition, second-row passengers can enjoy the unique, optional seating system Lounge, which offers a spacious living room and the comfort of a limousine. Thanks to a clever folding mechanism, rear center seat in the second row folds flat and swivels to provide convenient armrest for the passengers in the outboard seats. The longitudinal movement of the outboard seats, in this case is greater than 280 mm - 70 mm more than the standard version and 80 mm more than the current Zafira. Furthermore, the seat of the outer sheet of 50 mm toward the center of the cabin, a real novelty in the segment.

A combination of longitudinal and lateral movements to ensure the comfort of first class and the unique sensation of traveling to "lounge on wheels", where the largest company, and ergonomics, passengers can change the positions at their convenience when traveling . This emphasizes the personal comfort makes Opel Zafira Tourer much more than the family car. Opel flexible interior designer transformed into an oasis of tranquility, a place to relax and enjoy the spacious atmosphere - be it a business trip or a long ride with friends.

The unique features further enhance the flexibility Opel Zafira Hatchback

Thanks to its generous interior space and flexible transport system, the Opel Zafira Hatchback offers 710 liters of cargo volume in a five-seat configuration (65 liters more than the current Zafira) and up to 1,860 liters (+ 40 liters), where all rear seats folded.

It also provides ample storage space, including the revolutionary multi-functional FlexConsole, improving the innovation system FlexRail presented last year in the Meriva. This innovation policy is another example of the flexibility of premiums in the Tourer Opel Zafira. The armrest with storage box and track both cup holders slide in aluminum tracks to the desired position, allowing the flexible use of space between the front seats - exactly where is the most accessible and useful.

The second generation of the Opel FlexFix upscale grill also integrated for the first time in the new Zafira Tourer. To date, approximately 60,000 customers Opel opted for the highly acclaimed support that is built into the rear bumper and is simply out like a drawer. Based on the experience of the first generation, the system has been redesigned and has a new fixation device that makes it even more functional and easy to use.

Opel Zafira Tourer looks different from athletics

"The Zafira is the icon of the flexibility of Opel, and we wanted to create more movement and premium grades of its third generation," said Mark Adams, Vice President, Opel / Vauxhall Design. "Opel Zafira is Tourer a statement with its sleek, sporty looks and premium brand. "

The front with its distinctive double boomerang graphics fat scan the top of the fog lamps, typical Opel crease and trapezoidal grille center proud to create a dynamic and progressive, unusual for a minivan. According to all the other models in the range, the flagship feature of the table DRL Opel wing-type.

The sleek, aerodynamic body of the Opel Zafira Tourer borrowed its silhouette, which resembles a high-speed train. beltline sweeps the hockey stick-like gesture and visually pushes the vehicle forward, while the function of the Opel "knife carving and increase the movement of the body side.

Graphics headlights wing shape is repeated in the taillights, which can be upgraded with LED technology. The horizontal chrome bar with the logo of Opel, which extends in the lightweight division, giving the Opel Zafira comprehensive sports tailgate and rear and adding a touch of quality.

What is interior, driver's visibility has improved significantly redesigned front panel with thin columns, large windows and side view mirror repositioned to the side - now installed in the door panel.

The superior quality of cabin is dominated by the dynamic forms, sculptural and a sense of comfort. The bright and airy atmosphere in the lounge Tourer Opel Zafira can be improved by the optional panoramic windscreen - an innovation introduced in 2005, Opel Astra GTC inch strip of a glass roof that extends to the end visually generous to the rear of the vehicle .

FlexRide adaptive chassis control improves the comfort and safety

For a more relaxed driving experience, the Opel Zafira Tourer mechatronics platform is designed to provide comfort and safety. Compared to the previous generation, the wheelbase and tracks have increased significantly benefit from the comfort and dynamic stability: The pitch is 2760 mm (+57 mm), while the songs are 1,584 mm in the front (+ 96 mm) and 1588 in the rear (+ 78 mm).

Opel Zafira Insignia Tourer Bordered with an isolated sub-frame and a leg strut. Presentation of the rear axle is unique in the minivan segment. Like the Astra, it combines a compound with a crank arm's Watt. This construction has several advantages: Although it offers excellent stability / control, comfort and noise isolation, it is lighter and more compact than an axle multi-link, for example, would not leave enough place for the integrated rack FlexFix offered on the Opel Zafira Tourer.

Still a rarity in the MPV segment, the intelligent and fully adaptive FlexRide chassis control in the Tourer Opel Zafira increases driving comfort and safety demand. It automatically adjusts to road conditions, speed cornering, vehicle movements and driving style to give maximum stability, and offers three options: the default balanced, comfort-oriented " Tour "mode and most active" Sport "mode.

Greater driving safety through intelligent wizard

A number of innovative systems to improve the Driver Assistant ride comfort and overall safety of the new Zafira tourer.

A new feature of the Opel range, radar-based Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Collision Mitigating Braking (CMB), continuously monitors the distance of vehicles ahead. If you set the safety distance is not respected, the system automatically reduces the speed of the vehicle or at worst triggers emergency braking to avoid collision.

Opel Eye camera system in front of the second generation Opel Zafira in as early Tourer. So he still has the alarm current output channel (LDW), features his street signs (TSR) improved and much larger. The device also supports new features such as:

After an indication of the distance (IED), which visually informs the driver of the distance to the vehicle ahead.

One Step Forward Collision Alert (CAF), which warns the driver with visual and acoustic signals of an imminent collision with the car in front.

Ranging Intelligent Light System (ILR), which adds a new feature bi-xenon Advanced Forward Lighting System (AFL +): It adjusts the low beam projector, distance from the vehicle ahead and constantly adjusts to the lighting optimize road without glare.

Other innovative driver assistance even make the evening Tourer Opel Zafira:

The side blind spot alert (SABS) warns the driver of an impending collision when changing lanes.

In order to facilitate the movement of Advanced parking Park Assist (APA) to help the driver to find enough space to park and drive away, and rearview camera also makes it difficult to move in a breeze Strait.

highly efficient diesel and petrol available at launch

When launched this fall, Opel Zafira Tourer will be available with three versions of the 2.0 CDTI common-rail turbo diesel Astra and the familiar insignia. Output is 81 kW/110 hp and 96 kW/130 hp, while supply atmospheric distillation unit has been modified to provide 121 kW/165 hp. For the petrol range includes two small, fuel-efficient ECOTEC turbo petrol 1.4 units of 88 kW/120 hp and 103 kW/140 hp. six-speed manual and automatic transmissions are available.

Opel new Start / Stop technology that adds more fuel savings, especially in urban stop and go traffic, providing both 1.4 and 2.0 CDTI Turbo petrol engines.

Shortly after its creation, the Opel Zafira offers Tourer will be expanded with a super efficient fuel ecoFLEX model, and variants that run on compressed natural gas (CNG) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). A few months later, high-performance driveline also presented, including units of the essence of a whole new generation.

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2012 Audi Q5 Hybrid Quattro Review

Power as a V6, the fuel consumption and four-cylinder TDI - the quattro Audi Q5 hybrid, which should reach dealers by the end of the year is the first mass produced hybrid model of Audi, which makes the use of two drive systems.

Delivering 180 kW (245 hp), system performance, and 480 Nm (354.03 pounds-ft) of torque, the 2.0 TFSI petrol engine and electric motor to ensure a dynamic sport and reach an average fuel consumption of normal Cycle (NEDC) of less than 6.9 liters per 100 km (33.60 U.S. mpg).

During the development process, Audi covered a significant portion of the raceways. The market for hybrid performance SUV can drive up to 100 km / h (62.14 mph) in electricity and covers about five miles without any problems at the local level at a speed of 60 km / h (37.28 mph). With the strong light lithium-ion batteries and many other solutions, the quattro Audi Q5 hybrid represents the state of the art.

Performance

The 2.0 TFSI engine and electric motor in the hybrid Audi Q5 is mounted directly behind the other as a parallel hybrid system - a concept straight with impressive efficiency. Together, they have a system output of 180 kW (245 hp) and torque of 480 Nm system (� 354.03 ft). Audi Q5 Hybrid sprints from 0 to 100 km / h (62.14 mph) in 7.1 seconds, while the intermediate sprint from 80 to 120 km / h (49.71 to 74.56 mph) is achieved in fifth gear of 5.9 seconds. Propulsion ends no less than 222 km / h (137.94 mph).

In the normal cycle, the Audi Q5 Hybrid consumes 6.9 liters of fuel per 100 km (33.60 U.S. mpg) - which corresponds to the level of CO2 emissions of 159 g / km (257.50 g / km). Tank of 75 liters (19.81 gallons) can be comparable to the impressive range of the TDI.

Training

The 2.0 TFSI Audi Q5 Hybrid is a displacement of 1984 cc. Its output is 155 kW (211 hp) and torque of 350 Nm (258.15 pounds-ft) available constantly from 1500 to 4200 rpm. four-cylinder petrol unit combines direct injection with turbocharging. Audi valve lift system (AVS), in addition to more power, torque and efficiency of connecting a cylinder exhaust valves in two stages depending on load and rpm.

The 2.0 TFSI has been redesigned in some respects, for use in the hybrid Audi Q5. Powered by additional units have been lost, and the crankshaft bearing and fine tuning of the turbocharger has been adapted to specific needs. A secondary air system on the yoke so that reductions in exhaust gas treatment particularly fast. Integrated into the engine control unit controls the hybrid leader, concrete changes and smooth transitions between operating modes.

Much tiptronic is changed to eight reports of power transmission without using a torque converter. His place is taken by the electric motor in a disc combined with a multi-disc clutch in oil bath, as a couple and disconnect the electric motor and TFSI. Decoupling innovative works accurately and smoothly in any situation.

The gear extremely comfortable and fast evolving hybrid contributes significantly to the effectiveness of the hybrid Audi Q5 - the eight machines are far away. When the 2.0 TFSI is disabled, an electric pump maintains oil pressure in the hydraulic system for the convenient start-stop.

Power electronics and electric motors

The radiator tank in the engine compartment houses the power electronics. The UPS allegedly controlled by the pulse controller is used between the battery, which came out in DC, and the electric motor running on AC power. Innovative technologies to maintain the volume and weight of low power electronics, with cooling provided by a separate circuit filled with water at low temperature. The component includes a DC / DC converter that couples electrical consumer electrical system 12 V high voltage.

Permanent magnet synchronous machine acts as an electric motor, as the starter and - during deceleration - as a charger. It offers up to 40 kW (54 hp) and 210 Nm (155.63 pounds-ft) of torque. The electric motor is integrated into the engine cooling system.

Battery

Lithium-ion battery system that weighs only 38 kg (83.78 pounds), operates in energy storage in electric hybrid Audi Q5. The compact unit has a capacity of 26 liters (6.87 gallons) is placed in a forced landing in a secure area of ??the load with virtually no damage to the luggage compartment. The battery consists of 72 cells, 266 volts at a nominal energy of 1.3 kWh and the power of 39 kW.

Lithium-ion battery is cooled by air in two ways, as needed. At low temperature impact, draws air from the temperate interior of the shape of a fan. If the temperature exceeds a certain limit is a separate cooling circuit activated. It is connected to the main climate control system of the vehicle and uses a separate evaporator. This mechanism of active cooling is effective in a major electric hybrid system for high availability and enables the quattro Audi Q5 Hybrid is distinguished from many other hybrid cars.

Operating Modes

Audi Q5 hybrid four can run five operating modes. Drive a combustion engine alone, the use of electricity alone or in hybrid mode, it is possible, as well as recovery and improvement. Stalled - before or at the traffic lights, for example - is to guide the use of sources. Here's how "comfort" start-stop, the air conditioner is turned on. When the driver releases the brake, Four Q5 hybrid will start coasting. You can drive up to 100 km / h (62.14 mph), the electricity - almost without any noise or local emissions. At a constant speed of 60 km / h (37.28 km / h), is a series of 3 km - sufficient for many residential areas and city centers.

The driver can switch between the three programs using a button on the console shifter or. EV short feature priority to the electric car in town, the D mode controls both engines to the optimal consumption and the S mode and touch the door tiptronic is designed for sporty driving style.

If the driver accelerates rapidly, the internal combustion engine takes over and provides traction. Now the main task electric motor is to run the high-consumers and keep the battery charged. In hard acceleration, or "promote", electric motor drives with TFSI, with full power mode S card output system available. In such cases, provide a hybrid large naturally aspirated engine, but with greater efficiency.

When the driver releases the accelerator, the electric motor acts as a generator and battery power is restored. In most situations, the TFSI is then disconnected from the system unit to cause no accumulated losses. The power recovered by the electric motor and braking here protects the lithium ion batteries. If the driver brakes a bit, the electric motor itself provides the strongest deceleration brake hydraulic brake system is activated at the same time.

Use of the vehicle

The Audi Q5 Hybrid is a novel display concept, which can be every mode of behavior of the hybrid car lived. The tachometer has been replaced on the scoreboard with a "power" with a needle that indicates the total output of the system on a scale of 0 to 100. A second scale is divided into colored segments, greens and orange segments clearly indicate that the hybrid drive system Q5 quattro is currently using. An additional instrument shows the level of battery charge.

At the same time the display of driver information system and big screen of the MMI navigation plus states and energy flows in the hybrid system in the design elegant, with a three dimensional effect. MMI screen also displays the differential consumption and leisure statistics in simple bar charts.

Browsing the latest MMI is standard on the quattro Audi Q5 hybrid. The storage capacity of 60 GB hard drive, menus can be selected through an assistant state at the forefront, and the tracks of the albums are displayed with the cover illustration. An external device like a cell phone or one player can connect via Bluetooth, and voice input includes the names of cities and streets in a single command. The sound system is also standard Audi resonance.

quattro and chassis

quattro permanent four-wheel traction reliable power applications and power unit of the road at all times. The normal course of a sporty highlights the back, if necessary, sends more power to the socket axis better. sophisticated platform includes a number of aluminum components to reduce weight. Audi Q5 hybrid four to tow a trailer loaded with up to 2000 kg (4409 pounds).

The control is based on an electro-mechanical. The system is extremely effective because it does not consume power when the straight. Brake must also submit an electronic vacuum pump. A complex control strategy adapts to the conditions of braking, traction power and energy recovery.

Exterior

subtle visual effects in the outer surface is the characteristic signature of the Audi Q5 hybrid. Tailgate, fenders and aluminum door sills bear hybrid characters. The grille is finished in gloss black, and exhaust pipes are coated in chrome. Exclusive Arctic painted a metallic accessory.

19-inch alloy wheels specially designed for a hybrid - their ten-rays similar turbine blades. The tires are size 235/55. Audi also offers 19 - and 20-inch wheels, and the buffer is available in S-line quattro GmbH.

The frame is very light, aluminum hood and tailgate. The rigid body includes a hot steel in the shape of many places that combine lightness is a very large force. Although a wide range of standard equipment, four hybrid Q5 its unladen weight less than 2000 kg (4409 pounds) is the lightest hybrid SUV on the world market. All hybrid components add less than 130 kg (286.60 pounds) of extra weight.

Equipment and trim

Air conditioning control system with Audi Q5 hybrid electric drive to meet their needs. Compressor high-voltage electricity consumed. It works on demand, so it's very effective. Electrical resistance to make sure that the car heats up very quickly.

The Audi Q5 Hybrid offers virtually the same hardware as the success of the models of the brothers - the production model is the European leader in the segment of mid-size SUV. The options also include advanced driver assistance of Audi.

A new feature is an Internet connection through a network optional Bluetooth car phone. UMTS model combines the specialized services of Google and the World Wide Web, which allows the car to search for news and weather information. Through a fast connection to the hybrid SUV is also downloadable three-dimensional satellite images and aerial photos of Google Earth. These are displayed on the monitor and the view from your computer meets the streets. Another high-end features of the WLAN hotspot, enabling passengers to connect up to eight terminals on the Internet.

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2011 Audi TT RS Review

Audi is once again producing a five-cylinder engine - and a very special. Arriving at retailers this summer, Audi TT RS is a turbocharged 2.5-liter gasoline direct injection and produces 250 kW (340 hp) and 450 Nm (331.90 lb-ft) of torque. The five-cylinder engine burn gives the Audi TT RS for making outstanding achievements. As part of quattro permanent four-wheel drive and a high-performance chassis, the engine makes the Audi TT RS compact car premium sport - available in coupe and roadster.

sports five-cylinder petrol engines have a long history of Audi. The most famous is probably the 2.1 liter turbocharged engine in the Audi quattro. The first version, launched in 1980, offered an impressive 147 kW (200 hp). Audi Sport Quattro and 1984, directly inspired by motor sport, has delivered an enormous 225 kilowatts (306 hp). For 25 years, turbo and quattro was a dynamic formula for success.

Audi has chosen to use this recipe. Designed from the ground, five-cylinder turbo engine combines direct fuel injection to raise the FSI Audi TT RS high-performance sports car. TFSI produces 250 kW (340 hp), the transition from 2480 cc (151.34 cu): a special power of 100.8 kW (137.1 hp) per liter.

Power to weight ratio is excellent. In the case of the Coup�, which weighs just 1,450 kilograms (3,196.70 pounds), power to weight ratio is only 4.3 kg / hp. Audi TT RS Roadster weighs 1,510 kilograms (3,328.98 pounds) and power to weight ratio 4.4 kg / hp - thanks to the ultra-lightweight aluminum frame and largely built around the principles of Audi Space Frame.

The Audi TT RS coupe rockets from 0 to 100 km / h (0 to 62.14 km / h) in 4.6 seconds, the Audi TT RS Roadster needs only a tenth of a second. The speed limit of 250 kmh (155.34 mph) is the official figure of the two versions as an option, Audi can increase to 280 km / h (173.98 mph).

Almost more impressive is the attraction aggressive. Torque of 450 Nm (331.90 Nm) is available between 1600 and 5300 rpm. In addition, the Audi TT RS passes without the slightest effort. Last but not least, the engine makes the skin of the passengers' tingling again and again thanks to the rapid and effective response, inspiring free-roaming nature, tailpipes and his sore unequivocal: the five-cylinder Audi classical music!

Compact and lightweight: The five-cylinder TFSI

As a motor sports car without compromise, the 2.5-liter TFSI is ultra-compact. Only 49 centimeters (19.29 inches) long, making it ideal for transverse installation in the Audi TT RS. And weighing just 183 kilograms (403.45 pounds), also set a record. The casing is made of vermicular graphite cast. This high tech material attaches the greatest strength with low weight, was also used for more Audi TDI engines. Perfectly located reinforcements improve the capacity for load. Light cylinder head, pistons and connecting rods are light weight and high strength.

The ultra-powerful engine with five cylinders is extremely fuel efficient, requiring an average of only 9.2 l/100 km [25.57 mpg] in terms Coup� (cabriolet: 9.5 l/100 km [24, 76 mpg]). switchable flaps in the intake manifold air mixture entering a configuration calculated. Injected with a pressure up to 120 bar common rail system, the gasoline intense vortices in the combustion chamber - which in turn cools the walls. This then facilitates a 10.0:1 compression ratio of which is very high for a turbo engine. The two adjustable camshafts, driven by chains, also to improve the charging efficiency of air-fuel mixture.

The turbocharger generates high as 1.2 bar boost pressure. The intercooler, fully supplied with air at the bottom of the inner grid, reducing the temperature of air compressed by over 80 percent at full load.

When the standard Audi TT RS Sport driver presses the button on the center tunnel, the flap installed on the left exhaust pipe exhaust system makes the noise even stronger and more powerful at the same time, increasing engine responsiveness. The optional sport exhaust system is available in matte black exhaust emissions and sound flip.

For the purists, the kinematics.

The Audi TT RS is the classic sports car family first Audi RS. Like the Audi RS4 Audi RS6 and Audi TT RS was developed by quattro GmbH so pure, no holds barred driving machine. A new six-speed manual transmission transmits the enormous power of the engine, and allows easy operation and precise thanks to a display shifter specially designed tours especially short passage. defining the transmission characteristics are a high rate of return and sports tight space ratios.

The Audi TT RS has quattro permanent all standard equipment. His heart is in the rear, an electronic control, hydraulic clutch blinds. If the situation requires it, the clutch directs most of the input torque of the front wheels to the rear wheels.

Within milliseconds, a powerful electric pump with battery weighs together through a hydraulic clutch. Four added power line falls at a constant speed, before the 'common propeller shaft and a compact rear axle differential - both are heavy elements.

Subsidies quattro, Audi TT RS outstanding fascinating dynamics and excellent stability. Dissolution of rural areas or a few laps on a circuit to allow top management to shine. Accurate and sensitive direction, the instant reaction of the chassis, neutrality to the limit in the curves, the traction out of a curve, and - again and again - exciting motor power: every mile on an Audi TT RS distilled distills the essence of sportsmanship.

High-tech Audi Excellence: chassis and body

Audi TT RS frame is based on world-class design foundation base Audi TT. The four rear axle, which handles longitudinal and lateral forces separately, a central role. The electromechanical steering is very effective and direction to adjust the speed of the vehicle. Aluminium front and rear steel body with an innovative mix of materials as a result of a balanced axle load distribution, outstanding crash safety, rigidity and even more, creating a milestone in the precise handling of the car.

The standard sports suspension that lowers the body 10 millimeters (0.39 inches), well-listening springs and dampers. The system Audi magnetic ride adaptive damping system allows the driver to choose between two modes of shock just by pressing the Sport button. Dynamic mode gives the Audi TT RS to embrace the road, the Comfort mode offers a pleasant walk balanced perfect for long trips.

sportier version of the TT range is 18-inch wheels fitted with 245/45 tires. They are complemented by powerful ventilated disc brakes, which measures 370 millimeters (14.57 inches) in diameter front and 310 mm (12.20 inches) behind it. So that the heat dissipates quickly in front of all season tires are perforated. They in turn are connected to the cable pin aluminum brake discs, which are surrounded by black four piston aluminum calipers and features a logo-RS.

The Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) can be disabled completely or partially. In Sport mode, the engine does not intervene to control traction and braking even later than usual. In the second mode ESP is completely deactivated.

Power Face The Exterior

Slightly 4.20 meters (13.78 feet) long, firm and compact Audi TT RS notes of his explosive power of first contact. Spoiler restricts the retailer, which is reminiscent of a racing car. Great power and air intake openings are diamond shaped more. It is a grid frame black finish and an aluminum frame without a badge TT RS has the same style. Xenon plus headlights with LED daytime running lights indicate a driver out of the Audi TT RS is approaching.

The sides of the vehicle are highlighted by the large wheels 5-twin design, low box, and mirror housings outside the matte aluminum look. In the end, the dual output exhaust oval - long intervals - is surrounded by a diffuser insert. Again, a badge TT RS. A fixed rear spoiler is standard, but customers can choose the one that automatically expands and contracts. Thank you to a drag coefficient of only 0.3, 2 +2 seater coupe and two-seater roadster slide effortlessly into the wind. Audi TT RS available in eight colors. Among them, four exclusive possibilities: Daytona Grey Pearl, Blue Pearl Mugello Blue Pearl Sepang and Suzuka Grey Metallic. Audi TT RS Roadster soft top available in black or dark gray.

Exclusive: Interior Package and equipment

The dynamic exterior of the Audi TT RS is offset from the inside. Multifunction steering wheel, sports leather steering wheel rim has a very thick, is flat and covered in perforated leather. Integrated into the dashboard, the information system for the driver can see the boost pressure and oil temperature and a timer to the chronicle of the exploits on the track. The door handles are made of two thin strips - typical Audi RS models. Automatic climate control and sound system are standard in the concert, like a top and a light wind deflector for electric electro RS Audi TT Roadster.

The interior is completely black. Heated sport seats offer a combination of Alcantara leather / silver contrast stitching and embossed logos TT RS on the front of the file. additional plates and logos appearing on the steering wheel, tachometer, and the door sill trims. The inlays are in brushed aluminum. Mat silver pipe function, footrest and pedals are aluminum look.

Audi TT offers customers a wide range of improvements RS: variable style wheels measure 18 inches, 19 or 20 in diameter, bucket seats and seatbacks Nappa leather upholstery silk with perforations or Fine Nappa leather with perforations TT special; posts Ibis White Phantom Black paint or matte aluminum inlays look on the outside. In addition, high-tech navigation and multimedia systems available. Sales of Audi TT RS will begin in March 2009 with deliveries scheduled to begin in summer.

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