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Rabu, 18 Mei 2011
Audi A3 TDI Is Bound for US
The Audi A3 is a premium compact hatchback from the German automaker and, when it went into production in 1996, featured the same styling as the A4 had at the time
Audi A3 TDI Review - where gas mileage matters
Audi started its big push for clean diesel here in the U.S. market this spring when its big Q7 TDI finally went on sale. While the Q7 TDI is one of the most fuel
Audi of America > Audi A3
Minggu, 27 Maret 2011
Audi R18
Audi let its new diesel-powered R18 LMP1 enclosed prototype loose on the U.S. for the first time for testing over the four-day weekend surrounding the 12 Hours of Sebring. Audi tested both R18s, chassis 101 and 102, against an R15 for a control group. The first U.S tests garnered feedback from all 10 of Audi's factory drivers.
The tests put a beating on the R18s to make sure their aerodynamics, reliability and fuel economy all stacked up to the standards set by the previous generations of Audi's diesel LeMans prototypes.
Their next stop is Ingolstadt to be fully disassembled and checked out, before being shipped to LeMans for the 24-hour race in June. Trust us, you owe it to yourself to see the images below in their full high-res glory.
Rabu, 09 Juni 2010
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback New hatchback Lancer
When Mitsubishi redesigned its Lancer for 2008, the compact sedan took a substantial leap forward in style and roadability. While the 2002-07 Lancer endured a reputation as an econobox, the new Lancer drew praise for virtues beyond its dollar value.
For 2009, the GTS edition of the Lancer gained a more potent 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, deflecting any criticism that the basic Lancer lacked power. Rather than the regular engine's 152 horsepower, as installed in DE and ES models, the larger GTS version develops 168 horsepower. Mitsubishi also introduced a Ralliart edition, with design touches and turbocharged performance to echo that of the renowned Evolution series.Styling
In Europe, hatchback body styles and sporty behavior tend to go hand in hand. That used to be true in the U.S. market as well, but hatchbacks have had a hard time keeping up the sales pace in recent years. Nevertheless, Mitsubishi has added a Sportback (hatchback) edition of the Lancer for 2010, in the hope of stimulating even greater interest.
Lancer Sportbacks come in two trim levels: sporty front-drive GTS with the 168-hp, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, or high-performance all-wheel-drive Ralliart with a turbocharged/intercooled 2.0-liter. Adapted from the engine that drives Mitsubishi's Evolution, the Ralliart's four-cylinder generates 237 horsepower and 253 pound-feet of torque.
Either a manual gearbox or a continuously variable transmission (CVT) may be installed in the GTS. The Ralliart comes only with a Twin Clutch Sportronic transmission, borrowed from the Evolution MR. Mitsubishi's Evolution, which descends from a series of all-out racing machines, unleashes a 291-horsepower turbocharged engine to its all-wheel-drive system.
With five-speed manual shift and the 2.4-liter engine, a Lancer GTS Sportback earns a fuel-economy estimate from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of 20 mpg in city driving and 27 mpg on the highway. Mitsubishi's CVT boosts the city figure to 21 mpg. In Ralliart trim, the Sportback's estimate drops to 17/25 mpg (city/highway). Gas-mileage proponents may instead turn to a regular Lancer sedan with the milder 152-horsepower engine, which gets EPA figures of 22/31 mpg with manual shift (23/30 with CVT).
Performance and Safety
Frontal crash-testing by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gave the Lancer a 5-star rating for the driver and 4-star for the front passenger. Side-impact testing has not yet been done.
The Ralliart's transmission has Normal and Sport shifting modes. Drivers can manually shift using the console shifter or magnesium-alloy paddles; or choose fully automatic mode. Numerically-lower upper gear ratios help boost Ralliart fuel economy. Ralliart also has an Active Center Differential, with a selector for Tarmac, Gravel, or Snow.
For 2009, the GTS edition of the Lancer gained a more potent 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, deflecting any criticism that the basic Lancer lacked power. Rather than the regular engine's 152 horsepower, as installed in DE and ES models, the larger GTS version develops 168 horsepower. Mitsubishi also introduced a Ralliart edition, with design touches and turbocharged performance to echo that of the renowned Evolution series.Styling
In Europe, hatchback body styles and sporty behavior tend to go hand in hand. That used to be true in the U.S. market as well, but hatchbacks have had a hard time keeping up the sales pace in recent years. Nevertheless, Mitsubishi has added a Sportback (hatchback) edition of the Lancer for 2010, in the hope of stimulating even greater interest.
Lancer Sportbacks come in two trim levels: sporty front-drive GTS with the 168-hp, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, or high-performance all-wheel-drive Ralliart with a turbocharged/intercooled 2.0-liter. Adapted from the engine that drives Mitsubishi's Evolution, the Ralliart's four-cylinder generates 237 horsepower and 253 pound-feet of torque.
Either a manual gearbox or a continuously variable transmission (CVT) may be installed in the GTS. The Ralliart comes only with a Twin Clutch Sportronic transmission, borrowed from the Evolution MR. Mitsubishi's Evolution, which descends from a series of all-out racing machines, unleashes a 291-horsepower turbocharged engine to its all-wheel-drive system.
With five-speed manual shift and the 2.4-liter engine, a Lancer GTS Sportback earns a fuel-economy estimate from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of 20 mpg in city driving and 27 mpg on the highway. Mitsubishi's CVT boosts the city figure to 21 mpg. In Ralliart trim, the Sportback's estimate drops to 17/25 mpg (city/highway). Gas-mileage proponents may instead turn to a regular Lancer sedan with the milder 152-horsepower engine, which gets EPA figures of 22/31 mpg with manual shift (23/30 with CVT).
Performance and Safety
Frontal crash-testing by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gave the Lancer a 5-star rating for the driver and 4-star for the front passenger. Side-impact testing has not yet been done.
The Ralliart's transmission has Normal and Sport shifting modes. Drivers can manually shift using the console shifter or magnesium-alloy paddles; or choose fully automatic mode. Numerically-lower upper gear ratios help boost Ralliart fuel economy. Ralliart also has an Active Center Differential, with a selector for Tarmac, Gravel, or Snow.
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