Audi Audi A1 Quattro 2012
21.12.2011
The study of the limited special model was awarded the A udi A1 Clubsport Quattro already presented on the Wörthersee tour. However, with a 503 hp five-cylinder engine under the hood. In the production version, the Audi A1 Quattro is powered by the 2.0 TFSI engine, which has a capacity of 1,984 cc and turbocharged to generate 256 hp. Its maximum torque of 350 Newton meters is constantly available from 2,500 to 4,500 rpm and should accelerate the small car to 100 km /h in 5.7 seconds. With the standard six-speed gearbox, the A1 even reaches a top speed of 245 km /h.
First Audi A1 with Quattro all-wheel drive technology
The name Audi A1 Quattro already reveals that it is the two-door is a four-wheel drive vehicle. A novelty in the A1 series. The centerpiece is a multi-disc clutch that is electronically controlled and hydraulically operated. As a result, most of the engine power is transferred to the front wheels during normal driving, and the rear axle is only driven when the traction drops. For dynamic driving characteristics, the chassis of the Audi A1 Quattro is much tighter than the standard models and the steering is more directly geared.
The Audi A1 Quattro shows its special position with a paint finish in glacier white, metallic in combination with a high-gloss black roof dome . The single-frame grille, tailgate and diffuser are also in the same color. In addition, the rear side windows and LED rear lights are darkened. The two-tone wing and the two polished tailpipes, each with a diameter of 100 millimeters, are also striking.
The interior of the Audi A1 Quattro also has a sporty design with S sport seats, stainless steel pedal caps, a multifunction leather sports steering wheel with flattened bottom and Gear knob.
The manufacturer has not yet given any information on the price, but the Audi A1 Quattro should be available from the second half of 2012 and will be fully equipped as standard.
