Explore The World Of Audi A series

Audi, a brand which is recognized all over the world for there finest models both in terms of finest engines and luxury. Audi is the first company that produces 100% galvanized cars to prevent corrosion as a mass-market vehicle. It is also the first company to produce aluminum-space-frame known as ASF to reduce weight. Over 99% of shareholding of Audi is been with Volkswagen, but still Audi recognized as a separate brand for its distinct image models.

Audi is the producer of the known and appreciated models. The first is the A series containing the sedans and hatchback models: A1, A3, A4, A6, A7 and A8. All the models are further divided into a number of variations to provide its customers with a host of choice. The models listed above are the complete range of Audi cars, and each of the models is not available in every country. (Like say, the A1 and A7 series is not available in USA).

All cars from Audi are loaded with many great features that let’s the Audi stand distinctively with other competitors. Most of the cars are divided into three trim levels; Standard, SE equipment and S line equipment. Few models are added with special editions too. Below are the great features that are available in Audi’s. Few functions are standard and vary in accordance to trim levels. Read the features below to know Audi more closely. The section after the features will explore to each model one by one.

-          ESP( Electronic Stability Program)

This feature makes the handling easier on adverse road conditions. This system improves the directional stability by sensing the speed and road conditions.

-          FSI Engine

FSI engine technology churns out more torque and power from the engine along with controlled emissions to give more power with more fuel economy.

-          TDI Engine

This is an enhanced version of diesel engine designed to stop the car from breathing extra diesel resulting in saving 15% of fuel, reduced noise and less emissions.

-          ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)

The safer form of braking along with EBD (Electronic Brake-Pressure Distribution) and EDL(Electronic Differential Lock)

-          Rear Side Air-Bags

A complete host of safety precautions to catch you safe at bad times.

-          Open Sky Sunroof

The easily reached sunroof keeps you fresh all time inside. It is divided in two parts for front as well as rear seats.

-          Multi Function Steering Wheel

The multifunction steering wheel is wrapped in leather with easily accessible controls for volume, bluetooth, radio and track selection. The S-Tronic padels are also placed on the steering wheel in the automatic transmission model.

-       BOSE Audio System

The seamlessly integrated music system is packed with variety of functionality. It is connected with ten speakers in all including a subwoofer. There is a satellite radio within this system that gives you access to dozens of global channels to suit your preference.

-          Servotronic Power Steering

The steering gets dependent on the speed of the vehicle and adjusts accordingly.

-          Electrically Operated Heated Door Mirrors

The side mirrors can be operated from inside through a set of buttons and additionally the mirrors are heated to serve better during bad weather conditions.

-          Driver’s Information System

A display module located in front of driver seat along with other indicators. It shows various info such as outside temperature, gear shifts, fuel level etc.

-     S-Tronic Transmission

A fun to drive system that enables the driver to shift the gears hassle free from through the pedals present in the steering wheels. The result is uninterrupted supply of power and instantaneous change of gears.

-     Light and Rain Sensors

Particularly a convenient feature that activates/deactivates the low-beam headlights and windshield wipers in accordance with the weather conditions.

-          Cruise Control

This feature adds a constant speed feature to your car. You can easily hold your speed through the simple swift operation of cruise control at a speed of over 25. It is a very useful feature during long runs to help you just relax your foot and drive.

-          Intelligent Key

This no steel teeth key remembers the customized settings of upto four users for seat and mirror positions. There is also a button on this key to open the boot area of the car, which is absent in most of the cars. Intelligent Key is a standard feature on most of the cars while the high-end versions use the Advanced Key.

-          Advanced Key

The car automatically recognizes the person carrying the key by means of proximity sensor located on the driver side door and the radio pulse generator on the key. They communicate with each other and automatically unlock the doors, when the door handle is pulled. You can set the system to unlock only the single door or all the doors. After getting inside, there is no need to take out the key for ignition, just press the Start button of the engine and the ignition will do the rest.

To unlock the car, there is small button located on the driver’s side outer handle.

-          Park Perfectly

These systems generate sharp beeps when there is any obstacle in the way during the reverse gear operation.

-          Audi Lane and Side Assist

There are small cameras inserted in the car that capture the images of the videos and warns the driver by vibrating the steering if you veer your car too much to either left or right. If you are using indicators during your lane change, then this system detects it as safe and automatically switches off temporarily. Side Assist feature recognizes other cars around and in accordance warns through the LED lights located in the side mirrors.

Audi A1

The Audi A1 is the rival for BMW 1 Series and the Chic car, Mini Cooper. The car has some style and look of Mini Cooper but hosts a lot of features inside. The car has gives the buyer an option between the front wheel drive and that of Quattro (All Wheel Drive). This 3-door hatchback looks like a bold chic of the town and is built to perform extremely well. The styling done on the exterior is sure to attract most of the crowd. Front LED lights in synchronization with Rear tail lights makes the car appear exclusively distinct. The daytime running LED lights has now become a patent for Audi cars. By this feature, anyone can recognize an Audi from far away.

The space inside is the A1 is smaller than that of Mini Cooper, but resembles to the BMW 1 series. From the outside, it’s slightly bigger then the Mini Cooper. The car hosts feature like

The model will be both available as a two door and a four door hatchback. Only a three-door body will be available initially, although a five-door is due in 18 months. The company is offering 3 trim levels; SE, Sport and S line and the prices range from £13,145 to £18,280. The model is not available in the US market because of some tax issues and will not be available till 2015.

Audi A1 is available in three trims; SE, Sport and S line. Below are the engine options to choose from:

A1 SE Model

A1 Sport Model

A1 S Line

Audi A3

Slightly bigger than the A1 with some additional power and different styling too, A3 is all built to behave like a family car. The Audi A3 is framed to give a sportier performance with a well balanced control all over. The engine can be chosen from a wide variety of options. There is a big variation in terms of power in all the different engines which vary from 102ps to 200ps. Interiors are done for those people who are addicted to perfect things only. Slight touch of chrome, elegant dashboard, comfy seats, a good boot space and there are lot of other things to discover. The car comes packed with features like park perfectly, central locking, intelligent airbag system, ABS, ESP, Anti Slip Control, Single CD player with front speakers, optional light and rain sensors, optional cruise control, optional adaptive xenon headlamps, optional 2 zone climate control, optional Audi BOSE Music System (BOSE) and much more.

Audi A3 is available in 4 trim levels; Standard, SE, Sport, S Line and Black Edition which are again divided into a wide variety of engines.

Audi A3 Standard and SE

Audi A3 Sport and S Line

Audi A3 Black Edition

Audi A3 SportBack

A3 Sportback model is built to perform even more with some extra loaded stuff delegating the car to do more. The car has some more space than the simple A3 model; about 83mm (3.2 inches) increase in the overall body length. The car is perfectly designed to accommodate 5 adults comfortably with more legroom, headroom and wide opening doors. It is perfectly designed to stand distinct in crowd. There is an additional feature of panoramic sunroof in the Sportback model. It covers more than half a square meter of area and can be opened in various ways. You can use the Blinds to control the amount of sunlight you want inside. There are other features too which come as a standard. Few of them are

Below is the detail of trims and options available in Audi A3 SportBack:

Audi A3 SportBack Standard and SE

Audi A3 SportBack Sport and S Line

Audi A3 SportBack Black Edition

Audi A3 Cabriolet

In addition to the hard-top models, the Audi also launched an open-top variant of A3 series. You can’t just fall for another car, if you just decide to buy an Audi. There are so many options to choose from. This Cabriolet model has some advantages from the other open-top models. One is that you still owe a 260ltr boot space for keeping your luggage even after folding the roof. The second advantage is that it just takes 9 secs to fold away the roof. Isn’t it amazing? Its chrome touch on the headrest position of seats adds to the sporty look. There is also a heated windscreen at the rear to help you during bad weather conditions.

The heated seats are standard on the sport and the S line trim models which keep you feel comfortable in cold weather. ESP, ABS, ASR and EBD are standard on all trims. The standard features include a single disc chorus music player with front speakers, central locking, alloy wheels and manual A/C. The next trim for A3 Cabriolet is Technik which adds a multi-function steering wheel, rear acoustic parking and an ipod connection in the music player. The next level of trims adds a better stereo, aluminum touches, heated seats and a dual zone automatic climate control A/C. The car is equipped with manual transmission gearbox as standard, however the S Tronic transmission can be opted for some extra bucks with a choice of either a 6-speed S tronic transmission or a 7-speed S Tronic Transmission. The A3 Cabriolet series is divided into 4 trims; Standard, Technik, Sport and S Line.

Audi A3 Cabriolet Standard

Audi A3 Cabriolet Technik

Audi A3 Cabriolet Sport and S Line

There are other Audi A series models which you would love to explore. Below are the links to other models for Audi A Series:

1) Audi A4 Series for 2010

2) Audi A5 Series: Start of Distinctions

3) Audi A6 Series: Beginning of Luxurious Aspects

4) Audi A7 Series: Creating Distinctions

5) Audi A8 Series: Symbol of Elegancy

6) Audi A4 vs BMW 3 Series