H Audi στο περίπτερο της στη Γενεύη έχει φέρει και το RS4 Avant Nogaro, με το οποίο γιορτάσει τα 20τα γενέθλια από τότε που το πρώτο RS μοντέλο της, το Avant TS2 βγήκε στη παραγωγή. Το επετειακό RS4 στη Γερμανία ξεκινά από τις 87.300 ευρώ και είναι βαμμένο στο μπλε περλέ Nogaro χρώμα, με τις ράγες οροφής, την γρίλια και τα πλαίσια περιμετρικά των παραθύρων να είναι βαμμένα σε μαύρο ματ χρώμα.
Φορά ζάντες 20″ με ελαστικά διαστάσεων 265/30, μέσα από τις οποίες υπάρχουν μεγάλα φρένα με κόκκινες αλουμινένιες δαγκάνες. Για όποιον το επιθυμεί, στον πρόσθετο εξοπλισμό υπάρχουν και carbon-κεραμικοί δίσκοι. Στο εσωτερικό οι αλλαγές εντοπίζονται στις μαύρες-μπλε Alcantara/Valcona δερμάτινες επενδύσεις, στα carbon διακοσμητικά καθώς και στα ειδικά λογότυπα, ως σήμα κατατεθέν της συγκεκριμένης έκδοσης.
Μηχανικά ο ατμοσφαιρικός V8 4,2-λίτρων αποδίδει 450 άλογα με 430 Nm ροπής. Συνδυάζεται με ένα 7-τάχυτο S tronic αυτόματο κιβώτιο το οποίο στέλνει τη κίνηση σε όλους τους τροχούς, με τα 0-100 χλμ/ώρα να τα κάνει σε 4,7 δευτερόλεπτα, προτού πιάσει τα 280 χλμ/ώρα όπου ανέρχεται η τελική του ταχύτητα.
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Homage to a modern classic – the Audi RS 4 Avant Nogaro selection
- Anniversary model based on the Audi Avant RS2
- Audi RS 4 Avant Nogaro selection to celebrate world premiere in Geneva
- Available from early 2014
Twenty years ago, the Audi Avant RS2, founder of the dynamic RS family, had its debut – and now Audi is launching a special edition of the current model on the market. The RS 4 Avant Nogaro selection will become available from early 2014, and will celebrate its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show with Nogaro blue paint finish and exclusive equipment.
The customized Nogaro blue, pearl effect paint finish is the most salient visual signal of the anniversary model, and is also reminiscent of the RS2. The frame and use of the Singleframe grille, as well as the window slot trims, are painted high-gloss black, and the roof rails matt black. The RS sport exhaust system terminates in two oval, high-gloss black tailpipe trims.
331 kW (450 hp): the high-revving V8
Under the hood of the Audi RS 4 Avant Nogaro selection operates a high-revving V8 naturally aspirated engine with a displacement of 4,163 cc. The 4.2 FSI delivers 331 kW (450 hp) of power output at 8,250 rpm, with peak torque of 430 Nm (317.15 lb-ft) available between 4,000 and 6,000 rpm. The resonant eight-cylinder engine accelerates the anniversary model from 0 to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 4.7 seconds and takes it to a governed top speed of 280 km/h (173.98 mph). Its combined fuel consumption is 10.7 liters per 100 kilometers (21.98 US mpg) – for a CO2 equivalent of 249 grams per kilometer (400.73 g/mile).
With its high efficiency and tall top gear, the standard seven-speed S tronic also contributes to fuel efficiency. The driver can let the lightning-fast dual-clutch transmission shift operate automatically or change gears themselves using the selector lever or the steering wheel paddles.
The core of the quattro permanent all-wheel drive is the self-locking crown gear center differential. The compact and lightweight component distributes torque at a default ratio of 40:60 between the front and rear axles. This ratio can be broadly varied as required – with up to 70 per cent of the power going to the front and a maximum of 85 per cent to the rear. The crown gear center differential cooperates with the wheel-selective torque control, which makes handling at curve limits even more dynamic through selective, small brake impulses. Audi offers the sport differential as an optional addition that actively distributes the power between the rear wheels.
The standard equipment of the Audi RS 4 Avant Nogaro selection also includes the Audi drive select dynamic driving system. This system allows variation between three modes – comfort, auto and dynamic – for the characteristics of the electromechanical power steering, the seven-speed S tronic, the accelerator and the RS sport exhaust system. And if the car is equipped with Audi MMI navigation, there is also a fourth mode – individual – that can be configured by the driver.
Besides the sport differential, two further optional elements are available for Audi drive select. The dynamic steering varies the steering ratio depending on the speed and countersteers with small impulses at curve limits. The RS sport suspension plus with Dynamic Ride Control (DRC) equalizes the roll and pitch for the firmly sprung suspension by strictly mechanical means.
The Audi RS 4 Avant Nogaro selection rides on 265/30 series tires. Behind the gloss turned finish 20-inch wheels in 5-V-spoke design gleam red-painted brake calipers bearing RS emblems. The brake discs featuring a wave design are internally ventilated, perforated and joined to the aluminum brake disc chambers by pins. Audi installs carbon-fiber-ceramic discs at the front axle on request. The Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) offers a sport mode and can also be entirely deactivated as required.
Black and blue: the interior
In the sporty black interior, Audi offers two different upholstery versions for the electrically adjustable S sport seats with their integrated head restraints. In both cases, the side sections are covered with black Valcona leather; the Alcantara synthetic fibers for the center sections and door trim inserts are colored either black as well or nogaro blue – in homage again to the Audi Avant RS2. The armrests are covered with black leather, with blue contrasting stitching providing accents. Black or nogaro blue piping frames the black floor mats.
Black leather with blue stitching also refines the steering wheel rim and the selector lever boot. Blue threads run through the carbon inlays to lend them a very special shimmer. A badge on the RS selector lever knob of the S tronic and the logos on the door sill trims refer to the special status of the anniversary model.
In early 2014, the Audi RS 4 Avant Nogaro selection will arrive at dealerships as a limited special edition. Its base price is 87,300 euros.
A modern classic: the Audi Avant RS2 from 1994
The Audi RS2 from 1994 was the first RS model from Audi and also the first high-performance model from the brand to combine full everyday suitability with a dynamic character, becoming the founder of a whole family of dynamic models. Audi had developed the RS2 in cooperation with Porsche, with assembly occurring at Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen.
Its appearance alone was indicative of the power of the first RS model. The front bumper featured powerful air inlets, and the grille was painted black. The exterior mirrors came from Porsche, the rear was emblazoned by a full-width band of light, and the emblems were large-sized. The RS2 optionally left the assembly line with an exclusive Nogaro blue paint finish, recalling the two victories achieved by Frank Biela on the Nogaro circuit in the French Touring Car Championship of 1993.
The engine embodied Audi’s full expertise from touring car sports. The 2.2-liter five-cylinder engine delivered 232 kW (315 hp) by way of a large turbocharger, high boost pressure, expanded air ducting and adapted engine management. At 3,000 rpm 410 Nm (302.40 lb-ft) of torque were available, with the limiter only taking effect at 7,200 rpm. The RS2 accelerated from 0 to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 5.4 seconds and reached a top speed of 262 km/h (162.80 mph). A six-speed manual transmission delivered the power to the quattro drivetrain, which had a manually activated locking differential at the rear axle.
The suspension with its all-round transverse links derived from the suspension of the technical starting basis, the Audi S2. The shock absorbers were even firmer and the springs were shortened. Porsche supplied the 17-inch wheels, the large, internally ventilated brake discs and the red-painted four-piston calipers.
The interior was dominated by Silk Nappa leather and Alcantara in the color anthracite, blue or silver gray, and the Recaro seats were electrically adjustable. The instruments bore white dials, while small indicators on the center console kept the driver informed about the oil pressure, oil temperature and vehicle system voltage. CFRP inlays were optionally available.
Audi offered the RS2 at a base price of DM 98,900. Within a construction period of barely two years 2,908 units were produced – more than the quantity originally planned.
New machinery for Audi’s Toolmaking
- Four new presses and three new milling machines now in operation
- Board of Management Member for Production Dr. Frank Dreves: “On the way to the world’s best toolmaking with more flexibility and productivity”
- New machines bring increased efficiency and precision
Even more dynamic and exact, even stronger and more efficient – since yesterday, seven new and efficient high-precision machines have been officially in operation in Audi’s Toolmaking department. Dr. Frank Dreves, Board of Management Member for Production at AUDI AG, Peter Mosch, Chairman of Audi’s Group Labor Council, and Michael Breme, Head of Toolmaking, inaugurated the new presses and milling machines. The new machines will help to keep toolmaking fit for the future at the site in Ingolstadt.
As the model portfolio of the brand with the four rings is rapidly growing, the Toolmaking department is steadily expanding its capacities. Audi has now invested once again in ultra-modern machinery. Two servo-mechanical testing presses and two hydraulic presses as well as three milling machines are already in use in the Toolmaking department in Ingolstadt. Board of Management Member for Production Dr. Frank Dreves emphasized: “Audi’s goal is to be the number one premium brand. That includes having the best toolmaking in the world. Thanks to its flexibility and precision, its productivity and innovative strengths, our toolmaking occupies a leading position worldwide already today.”
“The new machines are an important investment in the Ingolstadt site and will make a valuable contribution towards safeguarding employment. We have created many ergonomic jobs here. Audi’s toolmaking is an important foundation of our company and of the entire Volkswagen Group,” stated Audi’s Labor Council Chairman, Peter Mosch.
Michael Breme, Head of Toolmaking at Audi, confirmed: “Toolmaking is a core competence of the four rings and is constantly developing further. With the new machines, we will increase our capacities and the quality of our operating resources. In this way, we will be able to realize even more projects in the future – with our own resources – quickly and efficiently.”
The two new servo-mechanical testing presses are particularly impressive. Driven by four motors, they create a pressing force of 2,100 tons, which is equivalent to the weight of more than 1,700 Audi A3 cars. The modern servo drive can simulate the ram curves of all the presses used in series production, and therefore guarantees tool testing under realistic conditions. In this way, the new machines save time and energy.
The new equipment in Audi’s Toolmaking department is completed by three additional milling machines – two large center machines and one large-scale milling machine. The latter can process components up to 4.5 x 2.5 meters in size. Their foundations are made of polymer concrete and are supported on springs. This prevents vibrations nearby from affecting the surface quality of the tools being processed. All three machines process the tools with speeds of up to 24,000 revolutions per minute – extremely dynamically and precisely. With the new machines, the Toolmaking department places great importance on efficiency and resource conservation. Compared to the previous machines, the CO2 emissions of the new ones are reduced by 25 percent.
Audi’s toolmaking occupies a leading position amongst the international competition. This is confirmed by awards such as multiple overall victories in the renowned competition “Excellence in Production” as “Toolmaker of the Year” and the double victory in the Bavarian Quality Prize. Toolmaking has a key position also within the group: It covers the entire chain of sheet-metal production and thus plays a major part in securing the high quality of the car bodies. Furthermore, Audi Toolmaking also supplies other brands of the Volkswagen Group with forming tools and body assemblies.
At the Ingolstadt site alone, Audi Toolmaking currently employs nearly 1,000 people. Another 1,000 Audi employees are at work in the area of toolmaking at the sites in Neckarsulm, Barcelona (Spain), Győr (Hungary) und Beijing (China).
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