2010 Models

2011 Audi A8 (D4) NWB + LWB Quick Reference Guide - USA

HERNDON, Va. ,  Apr 15, 2010  -  The new generation of the Audi brand’s flagship, introducing a new era in progressive excellence. Combining dynamic exterior and luxurious interior design with sporty driving characteristics, while providing the highest level of comfort and convenience equipment in the segment. The D4 (fourth generation flagship sedan) stands for a unique combination of aluminum space frame, MMI user interface, interior craftsmanship, quattro all-wheel-drive and adaptive air suspension.

AUDI AG WORLDWIDE RELEASE: Luxury in grand style: The new Audi A8 L

INGOLSTADT, Germany ,  Apr 15, 2010  -  The new A8 is a concentrated high-tech package that confirms Audi claim to technical leadership - "Vorsprung durch Technik". And now the brand is introducing the top version of its flagship model. The A8 L W12 quattro, with a long wheelbase and a twelve-cylinder engine, sets new standards of luxury, dynamism and efficiency in the top automobile manufacturing league. The Audi A8 L is being launched with a twelve-cylinder engine, but by the end of the year will be available with all the engines currently offered for the A8.

The Audi RS 5 Coupé - the beauty of power

INGOLSTADT, Germany ,  Apr 13, 2010  -  A classically elegant coupe with a breathtakingly powerful engine: Audi is introducing the RS 5 Coupé. The high-revving 4.2-liter V8 pumps out a hefty 331 kW (450 hp), yet uses fuel extremely efficiently. Like all of the high- performance models from Audi, the RS 5 Coupé delivers its power to the road via all four wheels. A new evolutionary stage of quattro permanent all- wheel drive is also debuting here.

Audi sells most all-wheel-drive vehicles worldwide

INGOLSTADT, Germany ,  Apr 12, 2010  -  No other premium car manufacturer sells as many vehicles with all-wheel drive throughout the world as does Audi. Last year the Ingolstadt-based carmaker built 316,824 cars with quattro drive. This means that around a third of all the Audi cars leaving the factory in 2009 were equipped with this successful technology. Top seller among the all-wheel-drive models last year was the Audi Q5, with 109,117 produced.

"All-wheel drive car of the year:" two wins for Audi

INGOLSTADT, Germany ,  Apr 9, 2010  -  Double win again for Audi: For the fifth time in a row, two Audi models are "All-wheel drive car of the year." The readers of "AUTO BILD ALLRAD" voted the Audi A4 quattro and the new Audi A8 top of their respective categories. The award ceremony took place during a press conference on the eve of the AMI Leipzig.

Audi R8 V10 is named as 2010 World Performance Car

INGOLSTADT/NEW YORK ,  Apr 1, 2010  -  The Audi R8 V10 was named as the 2010 World Performance Car at the World Car of the Year Awards ceremony at the New York Auto Show. This is the second time that the R8 has won the World Performance Car award: the V8-powered R8 took this award in 2008.

The Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro - pure fascination

INGOLSTADT, Germany ,  Mar 4, 2010  -  Fascination taken to a new level of intensity: The Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro combines breathtaking performance with the experience of open- top driving. The 386 kW (525 hp) V10 engine accelerates the high- performance sports car with the lightweight cloth top to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 4.1 seconds on its way to a top speed of 313 km/h (194.49 mph). The R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI quattro features a fascinating package of technologies, including the Audi Space Frame (ASF) made of aluminum and carbon fiber composite, quattro permanent all-wheel drive, LED headlights and the innovative seatbelt microphone.

German "Design Oscar" for Audi A5 Coupé

INGOLSTADT/FRANKFURT, Germany ,  Feb 12, 2010  -  The German Design Council presented the "Design Prize of the Federal Republic of Germany 2010" to AUDI AG today in Frankfurt. The Audi A5 Coupé was the winner of Germany’s highest official design prize in the category "Design Award – Product Design Gold."

Full Green Police Super Bowl ad by Audi available

HERNDON, Va. ,  Feb 5, 2010  -  Green Police, the much-anticipated Super Bowl ad from Audi, debuted today in advance of its airing during the fourth quarter of the big game on Sunday.

Green Police Audi Super Bowl ad: What anteaters, foam cups and Green Car of the Year have in common

HERNDON, Va. ,  Feb 4, 2010  -  Green Police, the Audi Super Bowl ad, provides an uncommon avenue for green advocates, anteaters, foam cups, the legendary rock band Cheap Trick and the 2010 Green Car of the Year to find their inner connectivity.

Audi Q5 wins OFF ROAD AWARD for 2010

INGOLSTADT/MUNICH, Germany ,  Feb 3, 2010  -  Audi SUVs are collecting top honors: readers of OFF ROAD magazine have selected the Audi Q5 as the off-road vehicle of the year in the SUV category. The Audi Q7 took third place in the luxury SUV category. The awards were presented last night in Munich.

"Best Cars of 2010": Wins for three Audi models

INGOLSTADT, Germany ,  Jan 28, 2010  -  Audi has continued its success story in the “Best Cars of 2010” readers’ poll conducted by the magazine “auto motor und sport” (ams). Readers voted three Audi models – the Audi A4, R8 Spyder and Audi Q5 – into first place in their categories. Second places for the Audi A3, A6 and R8 Coupé rounded out the outstanding result.

Audi to advertise during Super Bowl for the third consecutive year

HERNDON, Va. ,  Jan 8, 2010  -  Audi of America today announced that it will advertise during Super Bowl XLIV, the brand’s third consecutive time in the Super Bowl. The spot will highlight the Audi A3 TDI, recently named by Green Car Journal as the 2010 “Green Car of the Year” and will have a fun, tongue-in-cheek environmental theme. Rock legends Cheap Trick will reinterpret one of their classic pieces as the soundtrack to the commercial.

Audi achieves new levels of auto connectivity utilizing NVIDIA visual computing technology

LAS VEGAS, Nv. ,  Jan 7, 2010  -  Today at CES, Audi and NVIDIA came together to announce the integration of NVIDIA GPUs in all 2010 Audi models equipped with the third-generation multimedia interface system along with technology advances to provide even more sophisticated graphics in the years to come.

2011 Audi A8 (D4) NWB Quick Reference Guide - USA

The new generation of the Audi brand’s flagship, introducing a new era in progressive excellence. Combining dynamic exterior and luxurious interior design with sporty driving characteristics, while providing the highest level of comfort and convenience equipment in the segment.

The new Audi A8 - with Google at the leading edge of Connectivity

INGOLSTADT, Germany ,  Dec 16, 2009  -  In early 2010 Audi will be bringing the next generation of the A8 to the starting line. The new flagship and its online services further demonstrate the brand’s proverbial Vorsprung durch Technik, by bringing a variety of Google services and information to the luxury sedan via the internet. The services will be available in selected markets.

Audi A3 TDI Named 2010 Green Car of the Year

HERNDON, Va. ,  Dec 3, 2009  -  Green and performance luxury needn't be mutually exclusive concepts. That’s a core belief at Audi. Today, that philosophy paid off with the all-new A3 TDI earning the prestigious title of 2010 Green Car of the Year®.

Audi A5 named 2010 "Best Resale Value Award" luxury car winner by Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com

HERNDON, Va. ,  Dec 2, 2009  -  The 2010 Audi A5 emerged as a double winner in the 2010 Kelley Blue Book Best Resale Value Awards Tuesday night, demonstrating that the true value of Audi engineering remains apparent years after the initial sale.

Audi's Q7 TDI clean diesel wins Earth, Wind & Power(SM) environmental award

HERNDON, Va. ,  Dec 2, 2009  -  Audi's Q7 TDI, its first clean diesel vehicle to hit U.S. streets this year is turning heads, most recently with a nod from the Earth, Wind & Power Awards, which selected it as "Most Environmentally Progressive Truck of the Year."

The new Audi A8 - the sportiest sedan in the luxury class

Fascinating sportiness, innovative technology and superior comfort: Audi is bringing the next generation of the A8 to the starting line. The new flagship demonstrates the brand’s proverbial Vorsprung durch Technik with its light aluminum body, its powerful and highly efficient engines, the further improved MMI operating system, new driver assistance systems, the full LED headlights and an elegant interior with a craftsman’s level of workmanship.

Audi TT RS and R8 5.2 FSI are "Sports Cars of the Year 2009"

INGOLSTADT/ESSEN, Germany ,  Nov 28, 2009  -  The Audi TT RS is "Sports Car of the Year 2009" in the category "Production Coupés." The R8 5.2 FSI wins the title for production supercars. The S5 Cabriolet, the RS 6, the S4 Avant, and the Q7 V12 TDI each placed in the top five in their respective classes. The prizes awarded by a jury from the Auto Bild SportsCars monthly were presented last evening at the Essen Motor Show.

Triple win for Audi in "Auto Trophy"

INGOLSTADT/BERLIN, Germany ,  Nov 25, 2009  -  Readers of the motoring magazine "Auto Zeitung" have voted three Audi models top of their classes in the "Auto Trophy 2009." More than 104,000 readers took part in the poll. The Audi A5 Sportback, Audi R8 Spyder and Audi Q5 picked up three of the year’s most coveted awards in the readers’ poll. Audi also took first place in the Image Report for car brands for the sixth time in a row. The brand with the four rings has now won the coveted prize of the "Auto Trophy" 43 times in the award’s 22-year history. The prizes were awarded yesterday evening during a gala event at Berlin’s Meilenwerk.

Golden Steering Wheel for the Audi A5 Sportback

INGOLSTADT/BERLIN, Germany ,  Nov 4, 2009  -  Germany’s Bild am Sonntag newspaper has awarded a Golden Steering Wheel to its choice of best midsize vehicle: the new Audi A5 Sportback, the third model from Audi’s successful core model line based on the modular longitudinal platform. The Audi A5 Sportback’s victory constitutes the 18th award presented to a vehicle with the four rings in the 34-year history of the competition. Audi is thus the most successful brand in the competition.

Audi reports its third-best October for U.S. sales

HERNDON, Va. ,  Nov 3, 2009  -  Audi today reported October sales in the U.S. of 7,358 luxury performance cars and SUVs, a result that approached the all-time October record set by the brand a year earlier.

Walter de Silva: "The Audi A5 Coupé is the most beautiful car I've ever designed"

INGOLSTADT, Germany ,  Nov 3, 2009  -  The German Design Council has announced it will present a 2010 Design Award of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Audi A5 Coupé – and the vehicle’s creator is elated. In the eyes of Walter de Silva, Head of Design for the Volkswagen Group since 2007 and previously Head of Audi Design, one thing is certain: “The Audi A5 Coupé is the most beautiful car I’ve ever designed and is well on its way to becoming a design icon. I’m therefore thrilled by this accolade, as it also validates my hard work.” This most prestigious of all official design awards in Germany will be presented as part of the opening ceremony of the International Ambiente Fair in Frankfurt on February 12, 2010.

Audi TDI® clean diesel featured on "How It's Made"

HERNDON, Va. ,  Sep 17, 2009  -  Audi today announced that TDI clean diesel technology will be a featured segment on the Discovery Communications program, "How It's Made" premiering on Science Channel on Friday, September 18, 2009, 9 p.m. ET/PT, with an encore broadcast on the Discovery Channel on Thursday, September 24, 2009, 7:00 and 11:00 p.m. ET/PT.

Audi of America President asserts that sustainable technologies, not ‘silver bullets,’ will drive automotive progress

HERNDON, Va. ,  Sep 8, 2009  -  Finding practical ways to reduce automotive emissions and lessen America's energy dependence isn't something that can wait for technological breakthroughs years down the road, noted Audi of America President Johan de Nysschen. Instead, car companies and government policy makers should immediately embrace promising new technologies that can quickly add up to make a real difference. In a wide-reaching speech at Audi's 100th Anniversary celebration in Sonoma, California, de Nysschen also discussed his thoughts on the future of luxury, asserting that the era of "legacy luxury" - products that convey status without regard to cost or resources consumed - is now at the end of its life cycle, with Audi representing the new era of "progressive luxury."

Audi sets pricing for 2010 MY A3 TDI® clean diesel

HERNDON, Va. ,  Sep 3, 2009  -  Audi today announced pricing for the 2010 A3 TDI, its second U.S. clean diesel offering launched this year. Expected to begin arriving at U.S. dealers in late November 2009, the 50-state certified A3 TDI delivers the highest highway fuel economy in the luxury car category – 42 mpg, according to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates.

Audi sets 2010 MY availability and pricing for its redesigned Q7 models

HERNDON, Va. ,  Aug 25, 2009  -  Audi today announced the U.S. manufacturer’s suggested retail prices for its redesigned 2010 Q7 models, scheduled to arrive at U.S. Audi dealers in September 2009.

Audi announces 2010 MY pricing for all-new, segment-leading S4 performance sedan and stylish A5/S5 Cabriolet

HERNDON, Va. ,  Aug 14, 2009  -  Audi today announced the U.S. manufacturer’s suggested retail prices for the highly anticipated 2010 Audi S4 sedan and A5 / S5 Cabriolet models.  The S models arrive at U.S. dealers in late August, while the A5 Cabriolet will be available in the Fall of 2009.

Audi releases 2010 Model Year pricing

HERNDON, Va. ,  Aug 7, 2009  -  Audi today released pricing for many of its 2010 model-year offerings, which are headed to authorized Audi dealerships to meet strong consumer demand.

UPDATED: 2010 Audi Q5 Quick Reference: USA Data

The Audi Q5 builds on the foundation established by the Audi Q7, and it strengthens the brand’s presence in the crossover segment.  The Audi Q5 is offered with a 3.2 V6 FSI direct injection engine, quattro® all wheel drive, and six-speed Tiptronic transmission.  The Audi Q5 is the first Audi offering with Generation 3 MMI and navigation with real-time SIRIUS traffic information

Audi announces U.S. 2010 model-year prices for its Audi R8 sports cars, including the V10-powered R8 5.2 FSI quattro

HERNDON, Va. ,  Jul 23, 2009  -  Audi today announced that the U.S. manufacturer’s suggested retail price for the highly anticipated 2010 Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro V10 sports car will start at $146,000, with shipments to authorized Audi R8 dealerships across the country beginning this week.

A new Audi R8 era dawns with winning South Florida charity bidders taking possession of the first R8 V10 models in the U.S.

HERNDON, Va. ,  Jul 23, 2009  -  Audi launched the V10 era of the acclaimed R8 sports car by delivering the first two 2010 Audi R8 5.2 FSI® quattro® models in the U.S. to two winning bidders from the 2009 Boca Raton Concours d’ Elegance charity auction last February.

Audi releases 2010 MY prices for A4, A5, Q5

HERNDON, Va. ,  Jul 17, 2009  -  Audi today released pricing for the 2010 model-year Audi A4 sedan, Audi A5 coupe and Audi Q5 crossover vehicle, which are headed to authorized Audi dealerships to meet strong consumer demand.

New 2010 Audi S4 sedan - Quick Reference: USA Data

The A4 product line is critical to Audi of America’s growth in the USA, and the S4 supports this by expanding the line’s sportiness.  The new S4 is a sports car offering an impressive driving experience, leading technologies, and every-day suitability.

2010 Audi Q7 Product Improvement Quick Reference: USA Data

The Audi Q7 with product improvement features launches in Fall 2009 as a 2010 model year vehicle.  Pricing will be announced closer to launch.

A5/S5 Cabriolet U.S. debut at New York Auto Show

HERNDON, Va. ,  Apr 8, 2009  -  Dynamic, confident and stunning – the all-new four-seater A5 and S5 Cabriolet from Audi combines a distinctly sporty character with the joy of open-top driving, refined comfort and everyday utility.  

New 2010 Audi A5 and S5 Cabriolet - Quick Reference: USA Data

HERNDON, Va. ,  Dec 2, 2008  -  - The A5 product line is now expanded to include Cabriolet models with three powerful and fuel-efficient powertrains (2.0 TFSI 4 cylinder, 3.2 FSI V6, 3.0 TFSI V6 with supercharged technology).
- A5 Cabriolet features ground-breaking soft top technology for elegant styling, superior room and storage space, and superb driving dynamics.

First U.S. Audi R8 V10 sets pace by raising $500,000 in charity auction

HERNDON, Va. ,  Feb 26, 2009  -  Charity auctions typically offer high-value items to spur bidding that benefits a worthy cause. But what unfolded at the 3rd annual Boca Raton Concours d’ Elegance auction really stood out.

2010 Audi A3 2.0 TDI clean diesel: Quick Reference: USA Data

Audi A3 moves into a market space presently unoccupied in the luxury segment, that of a highly efficient diesel small luxury car.

The Audi R8 5.2 FSI quattro: Breathtaking Performance

INGOLSTADT, Germany ,  Dec 8, 2008  -  Audi is launching the next variant of its top-of-the-line model. With the R8, the brand has established itself at the forefront of high-end sports cars from the very start - and now comes the R8 V10. Its 5.2-liter, ten-cylinder engine churns out 386 kW (525 hp) and 530 Nm (390.91 lb-ft) of torque, which makes for breathtaking performance.

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