Renowned Audi tuner ABT has turned its attention to Audi’s smallest SUV, the Q3, and developed some tasteful cosmetic and engine tuning for the 2.0 TDI variant. The company focused on tuning the 2.0 TDI diesel, lifting output from 135kW and 380Nm, to 154kW and 420Nm. Although it’s not a […]
Audi Q3
2015 Audi Q3 revealed; more efficient, RS Q3 more powerful
The 2015 Audi Q3 crossover has been revealed, showcasing mild visual updates, optional technology upgrades, and increased efficiency. The range-topping RS Q3 gets more power as well. Starting with the updated powertrain lineup, Audi has managed to cut consumption and emissions by up to 17 per cent for some variants. […]
Audi RS Q3 on sale in Australia from $81,900
Audi will launch its first-ever ‘RS’ model for under $100,000 early next year with the introduction of the Audi RS Q3. Sporting high performance characteristics in every area, the new model will also be the first RS SUV. The new addition to the Audi showroom is based on the modest […]
2013 Audi Q3 2.0 TFSI quattro review
The 2013 Audi Q3 2.0 TFSI quattro is the Armani suit in the popular small-SUV market segment, offering smart modern styling, German technical expertise, and lots of class and prestige. It is literally the best-selling Audi in Australia at the moment too, so it must be good, right? The Q3 […]
$1.3 billion Audi plant in Mexico to help overtake BMW sales
To help bolster Volkswagen Group sales, and to help in the effort to take down BMW as the global number one premium vehicle brand, Audi is planning to build a US$1.3 billion production facility in Mexico. The plant will make vehicles for the US and other markets. Audi sales haven’t […]
Audi quattro system hits 5 million production milestone
After 33 years of all-wheel drive experience, Audi has just finished building its five millionth quattro system. The all-paw drivetrain was fitted to a white Audi A6 Allroad 3.0 TDI. Although the Audi A6 Allroad is just one model example that features a quattro system, Audi has introduced quattro to […]
2014 Audi RS Q3 high-performance SUV revealed
With a 228kW 2.5-litre turbocharged five-cylinder, the 2014 Audi RS Q3 is set to be the quickest compact SUV on the market when it launches next year. It’s also the first ever ‘RS’ SUV by Audi. The hot new 4×4 is capable of 0-100km/h in just 5.5 seconds, which means it’s […]
Australian vehicle sales for December 2012 – Audi trend evident
As reported earlier, the Mazda3 has taken the cake as the most popular selling new vehicle in Australia for 2012. In other areas though, there were a few surprises for the month, with Audi making top appearances in various segments. Last month’s best-seller, the Toyota Corolla was relegated during December, […]