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New 3rd generation Audi TT diesel offers fuel economy of 56 mpg

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3 rd generation Audi TT. Audi is unveiling the third-generation of its TT compact sports car at the Geneva Motor Show. liters per 100 km (56 mpg US), which translates into CO 2 emissions of 110 g/km (177 g/mile). The Audi TT 2.0 In the Audi TT, the 2.0 The Audi TTS is the peak performer. Click to enlarge.

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Audi unveils first “ultra” production model: fuel efficient A3 1.6 TDI ultra with 73.5 mpg US

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Audi unveiled its most fuel-efficient production model, the A3 1.6 With 81 kW (110 hp) of power output, the Audi A3 1.6 This latest A3 is not only the most efficient Audi, it is also the brand’s first model designated as “ultra”. The Audi A3 1.6 Like the Audi A3 1.6 Click to enlarge. TDI ultra consumes 3.2

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Audi offering plug-in hybrid version of A6 Avant wagon

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Audi is offering its successful full-size station wagon A6 Avant as a plug-in hybrid: The new A6 Avant 55 TFSI e quattro has a system output of 270 kW (367 PS) (combined fuel consumption 2.1–1.9 US mpg); combined electric power consumption of 18.1–17.6 The base price for the Audi A6 Avant 55 TFSI e quattro €71,940 (US$78,000).

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Audi introducing new “ultra” A4, A5, A6 models; diesels with up to 60 mpg

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Audi is expanding its “ultra” strategy with 11 new models: especially efficient diesel engine versions in the A4, A5 and A6 model lines will be launched in Europe in early 2014. Ultra” is Audi’s designation for more efficient mobility that is fully available for everyday use. TDI ultra, Audi A5 2.0 TDI ultra, Audi A3 1.6

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Audi A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid sales start in Europe; 157 mpg US

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Audi’s first plug-in hybrid, the A3 Sportback e-tron ( earlier post ), is now available to order for customers in Europe. Approximately 410 Audi dealers in Europe—including 105 in Germany—are selling the A3 e-tron. The Audi A3 Sportback e-tron brings together a 1.4 Pricing on the German market is €37,900 (US$50,800).

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Audi introduces new top end diesel SQ5 TDI plus; 340 hp, 35.6 mpg

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Audi is further expanding its range of S models, with the new SQ5 TDI plus arriving at German dealerships in October. mpg US) with emission of 174 g CO 2 /km (280.0 Like all S models from Audi, the SQ5 TDI plus delivers its power to the road via the quattro permanent all-wheel drive system. Peak torque is increased by 50 (36.9

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Audi unveils TT and TTS Roadsters prior to Paris debut; evolution of Audi Space Frame; up to 54.7 mpg US with diesel

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Audi TT Roadster. Audi is presenting the new TT Roadster and the TTS Roadster at the Paris Motor Show; the introduction follows the recent introduction of the 3rd-generation TT Coupé. A particular highlight in the third TT generation is the Audi virtual cockpit. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) With the 2.0 ft) of torque, the 2.0

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