The 2020 Audi RS 4 Avant proves the best car is always a wagon
Performance wagons like the 2020 Audi RS 4 Avant provide the perfect blend of speed and practicality, but they are rare in the United States. Audi won't sell the RS 4 Avant here, for example. But Audi will bring the larger, 600-horsepower RS 6 Avant wagon to these shores.
The 2020 Audi RS Q3 is a souped-up SUV you’ll have to admire from afar
Enthusiasts worried Audi would deep-six its sonorous five-cylinder engine can sleep easy. It makes a comeback in both variants of the RS Q3, and it's tuned to deliver 400 hp to the four wheels via Quattro all-wheel drive. Inside, the digital instrument cluster and the infotainment system learn a few new tricks.
The 2020 Audi A5 gets some style tweaks and a new infotainment system
The 2020 Audi A5 gets a mild styling refresh and a new infotainment system with a 10.1-inch touchscreen. The changes apply to the 2020 Audi A5 coupe, convertible, and Sportback, as well as the S5 versions of those body styles. Audi hasn't said whether the RS 5 coupe and Sportback will be changed for 2020.
2013 Audi Allroad review
Crossover SUVs have become the vehicle of choice for the automotive masses, but Audi is once again trying its hand at a stylish and sleek wagon. The 2013 Allroad has all the characteristics to succeed, but will Americans be able to look beyond their obsession for high-riding ‘utes?
2013 Audi A8 review
Prepare to dip into some of your inheritance or sell off that extra Apple stock. The third generation 2013 Audi A8 is here and it's sporting an excellent array of technology inside and under the hood.
2014 Audi RS 5 Cabriolet Review
Underneath the subdued yet muscular skin of the Audi RS5 Cabriolet lies the heart of a 450-horsepower Bavarian barbarian. For as wild as it can be on the back roads, the RS 5 Cabriolet will never make you feel you’ve sacrificed sanity for the ability to go 174 mph at a moment’s notice.
2014 Audi A7 TDI Quattro review
The Audi A7 is already one of the most gorgeous and usable full-size sedans on the market. But when Audi bolted its torque-y and efficient diesel TDI engine under the hood, it turned it into an eco-friendly automotive superstar.
2015 Audi S3 review
Buyers might assume that the 2015 Audi S3 is simply a slightly sportier version of the standard A3. They’d be wrong. With a new engine, stiffened suspension, and sport seats – and much, much more – Audi has made an S4-fighting sports machine from its entry-level sedan.
2017 Audi A4 Quattro review
Consumers shopping compact luxury sport sedans have abundant choices, but the 2017 Audi A4 is the right blend of sophistication, speed, and smarts.
2018 Audi TT RS first drive
The five-cylinder Audi TT RS coupe returns for 2018 with extra power and a meaner look, but plenty of control to keep it flying through the track.
2019 Audi E-Tron is the first electric car to earn top IIHS safety rating
The 2019 Audi E-Tron is the first electric car to earn an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ rating. But the IIHS hasn't tested the Audi's two main rivals -- the Jaguar I-Pace and Tesla Model X. Audi can at least promote the E-Tron's high score in relation to gasoline SUVs.
Audi Sport will unleash 6 new, redesigned performance cars in the next 4 months
Audi Sport announced plans to introduce six cars by the end of 2019. Looking at the dark teaser image it released, we think we see two variants of the RS Q3, an RS4, an RS6, an RS7, and an RS Q8. We'll see them in the next four months, but don't expect all of them to be sold in the United States.
2020 Audi S6 sedan with performance-enhancing mild-hybrid tech will come to U.S.
The 2020 Audi S6 sedan boasts a mild-hybrid powertrain making 444 horsepower, and Audi promises greater responsiveness thanks to an electric compressor. The S6 is a sportier version of the Audi A6 sedan. It goes on sale in the U.S. soon with a base price of $74,895.
Audi Q3 Sportback crossover is a mini Q8 that won’t come to the U.S.
The Audi Q3 Sportback is the latest in a long line of SUV coupes. It's a version of the new second-generation Q3 with different styling meant to give it a sportier look. But this pint-sized Audi won't be sold in the U.S. Audi plans to begin European sales this fall.
Audi’s latest suspension system can help protect you during a crash
The Audi A8 is getting a more sophisticated adaptive suspension system for the European market. The system can raise or lower the body in a fraction of a second, improving ride, handling, and even safety, according to Audi. It's unclear if the U.S.-market Audi A8 will get the system as well.
Audi R8 not hardcore enough for you? Check out the LMS GT2 race car
The Audi R8 LMS GT2 is the latest racing version of Audi's R8 supercar. Audi claims the LMS GT2 is its most powerful R8 race car yet. The car was designed to compete in a new class aimed at amateur drivers. Audi unveiled the R8 LMS GT2 at the 2019 Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Audi’s 429-horsepower SQ8 TDI proves diesels don’t have to be slow
The Audi SQ8 TDI is a sportier version of the Audi Q8 SUV. Its diesel powertrain means the SQ8 TDI won't come to the United States, but it will give European buyers a new performance SUV option. Under the hood sits a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 making 429 hp and 664 pound-feet of torque.
2020 Audi Q7 gets a face-lift, updated infotainment system, mild-hybrid tech
The 2020 Audi Q7 gets a handful of updates, incorporating tech from other recent Audi models. Audi's three-row family hauler gets revised styling and an MMI infotainment system from the Q8, as well as 48-volt mild-hybrid tech. The 2020 Audi Q7 goes on sale in Europe in mid-September.
Audi TT will get the ax to make way for electric cars — and the R8 may be next
Once a design leader, the Audi TT will meet its demise to make room in Audi's lineup for more electric cars. Audi executives confirmed plans to kill off the TT at the automaker's annual shareholder meeting. Audi plans to replace the TT with an electric model in the future.
The 2019 Audi A4 gets a noticeable face-lift, and adds hybrid power
Audi last tweaked the design of the Audi A4 a year ago, making mild changes to the exterior, but there are much larger changes on the way, both inside and out. The latest refresh gives the A4 a sportier, more aggressive appearance, and pushes the fuel economy to nearly 40 mpg.
2019 Audi A4 gets minor styling tweaks to keep it looking fresh
The 2019 Audi A4 is getting some minor styling updates and a new Competition package with a sport-tuned suspension and a more aggressive look. Audi is only discussing the European version right now, but expect similar changes to be applied in the U.S. for the 2019 model year.
Just 10 people will get to put this limited-edition Audi R8 in their garages
The 2018 Audi R8 V10 Plus Competition makes use of Audi's motor sports experience to turn up the performance dial. Decreased weight and increased aerodynamic downforce make this R8 a track monster. Just 10 copies will be available in the United States, priced at over $200,000 each.
From design to tech, the next-gen A8 signals the dawn of a new era for Audi
The next-generation Audi A8 will usher in a host of features -- including self-driving tech -- and a sharp new look.
2020 Audi S6 and S7 aim to boost performance without sacrificing fuel economy
The 2020 Audi S6 and S7 are sportier versions of the Audi A6 sedan and A7 fastback, respectively. Both cars use a mild-hybrid powertrain, which generates 450 horsepower in U.S. spec. U.S. cars get a gasoline engine, but other markets will get a diesel instead.
2019 Audi TT RS gets subtle cosmetic surgery ahead of its trip to the Big Apple
The 2019 Audi TT RS gets a minor face-lift, but it keeps its signature turbocharged inline-five engine. The updated TT RS makes its United States debut at the 2019 New York Auto Show. The Audi TT is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, with a special-edition version also hitting showrooms.
Audi R8 V10 Decennium celebrates 10 years of 10-cylinder power
The Audi R8 V10 Decennium celebrates 10 years of V10 engines in Audi's supercar. Limited to just 222 units worldwide, it features model-specific styling elements and the most powerful version of Audi's 5.2-liter V10. The R8 V10 Decennium debuts at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show.
Watch a modified Audi e-tron electric SUV drive straight up a ski slope
A modified Audi e-tron climbed up an 85-percent gradient on an Austrian ski slope in a tribute to a classic Audi commercial. The vehicle used for the stunt sported an extra electric motor and spiked tires. The Audi e-tron was driven by World Rallycross champion Mattias Ekström.
Audi celebrates 20 years of the TT by bringing back ‘baseball’ interior
The Audi TT is turning 20, so Audi put together a special-edition model to celebrate. The TT 20th Anniversary Edition features interior and exterior design elements that reference the groundbreaking TTS Roadster concept and early production models. The car will be available as a coupe or convertible.
E-tron GT concept is the latest volley in Audi’s electrified offensive
Concepts have traditionally been an exercise in “what if,” serving as a means of stoking the public’s imagination with engineering fantasies that are unburdened by the realities of volume production. But with the e-tron GT concept, Audi assures us that “this will be.” We'll see a production model in showrooms by 2020.
How Audi took its ambitious e-tron concept from dream to driveable
The Audi e-tron, the German luxury automaker’s first mass-market electric car, wasn’t designed to be a futuristic spaceship. It was designed to appeal to normal buyers, said Audi of America product management VP Filip Brabec. That puts Audi on a different track than rivals like Tesla and Jaguar.
Audi’s new e-tron dispenses with physical toll tags via its Integrated Toll Module
Audi will debut a new way to manage and pay for roadway tolls in its up and coming e-tron all-electric crossover SUV next week. It's the brand's first car featuring technology that allows drivers to manage toll authority accounts straight from the car itself and without the need for a physical tag.
You’ll need $68,000 to land a tech-rich 2019 Audi A7 in your driveway
Have you been eying the latest rendition of Audi’s tech-savvy A7 Sportback? Well the deal just got a little sweeter as Ingolstadt’s finest just announced the pricing list for the new 2019 Audi A7. Most of all, it includes a new entry-level base model, which starts at a cool $68,000 for the Premium model.
2019 Audi A8 won’t get Traffic Jam Pilot driver-assist tech in the U.S.
In Europe, the 2019 Audi A8 luxury sedan will be available with Traffic Jam Pilot, which allows limited hands-free driving. But Audi won't bring the system to the United States, citing concerns on multiple fronts, including regulations, infrastructure, and the need for additional consumer education.
Peek under the sheet metal of Audi’s upcoming e-tron EV
Audi gave us an early look at what powers the e-tron quattro, its first volume-produced electric car. The 95-kWh battery pack provides about 250 miles of range in every day driving conditions. The company is going to great lengths to make driving and charging an electric car convenient and stress-free.
The ‘Final Fantasy XV’ R8 is a real thing, but you’ll need to come up with $470,000 first
After appearing in the promotional 'Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV' feature-length movie, Square Enix and Audi Japan are raffling off a real-life version.
Audi’s e-tron Sportback concept previews upcoming electric SUV
The Audi e-tron Sportback concept previews Audi's second mass-market electric car, which will start production in 2019.
From wood cars to Sport Quattros, Audi’s museum is an automotive time capsule
Audi's history is dotted with mergers and acquisitions. Walking through the company’s museum sheds insight on how it became what it is today.
It took a village (plus robots and a supercomputer) to design the new Audi A7
The 2019 Audi A7 started life as a basic sketch, and it morphed into a high-tech, high-performance fastback.