2013 Audi R8 Facelift

The Audi R8 facelift was officially revealed ahead of the Paris Motor Show in September. If you’re not a fan of the car, the changes will appear small at first glance for Audi R8, let’s start with the cosmetic side of things. The front end has receive a makeover: new fascia with full-LED headlights, a six-point grille and redesigned intakes.

Round the back, the biggest change in my opinion would be the exhaust system. You can no longer tell them apart, as both the oval tips of the R8 V10 and the quad tips of the R8 V8 have been dropped in favor of a simple but very cool circular design.

Still setting the V8 and V10 apart is the shape of the side blade for the engine air intakes, which have a kink and are larger for the bigger of the two, as well as differences in the diffuser and splitter design. The R8 facelift rides on new 18-inch wheels with tires sized 235/40 front and 285/35 rear for the base car, or 19-inch with tires 235/35 and 295/30 for the V10.

Now, onto the engine front, where both the base 4.2-liter V8 and 5.2-liter V10 remain (sadly) untuned. This means you’ll still have 424 hp (430 PS) and 430 Nm (317 lb-ft) for the V8 and 518 hp (525 PS) and 530 Nm (391 lb-ft) for the V10. This will keep the current owners happy, but the facelift comes with a better gearbox, as the 6-speed automated manual R tronic has been replaced with a new 7-speed S tronic dual clutch transmission.

The R8 V8 Coupe takes 4.3 seconds to reach 100 km/h (62 mph) with the new R tronic box, while the V10 does this in a very supercar-like 3.6 seconds and also gets a new top speed of 314 km/h (195mph).

If you want to go even faster, Audi has launched a new range-topper called the V10 Plus. This is powered by a revised 5.2-liter with 550 PS (542 hp) which replaces the GT, a special version that was limited to just 333 examples.

Audi also plans to sell its electric-powered R8 e-tron, though we should have more details about that in Paris.

2013 Audi S3 - Debut at Paris Motor Show

If you want a hot hatchback, you’re not exactly wanting for choice these days. From affordable superminis to exotic six-cylinder monsters from BMW, there’s something for everybody. However, there’s only one with quattro all-wheel drive that also offers a relaxed, luxury attitude to life.

Yes, it’s the S3, and there’s a new one on the way, a fact clearly demonstrated by the numerous prototype sightings. But when exactly will we be able to buy the new Audi S3? Pretty soon actually, as the car will debut at the upcoming Paris Motor Show, which is going to start at in September.

The news comes not from an official Audi press release, but from a speculative report released by Autocar (Autocar.co.uk) magazine. They say the S3 will bow together with the new five-door 2013 Audi A3 Sportback.

The new S3 will make use of a turbocharged 2.0-liter TFSI engine pushing out around 280 hp. That’s not a significant increase in power, but at least you can expect economy to be improved, most likely through cylinder deactivation or start and stop.

2011 Audi A3 Specification

The 2011 Audi A3 sports a tight interior due to its platform; the rear seating area is somewhat cramped. If carting cargo in the rear seating area space is diminished considerably. The A3 has a less than luxurious interior, and its exterior is more square than rounded: this makes the vehicle fail to meet the standard of a curvaceous car that Audi is known for; the add-on of features elevates the cost as much as the A4 offering.

The entry-level Audi A3 for 2011 is the only vehicle that Audi makes priced less than $30,000.00. It's a five-door hatchback fusing spectacular features, wagon utility, high style, and practicality. The result is a sophisticated vehicle that is a great starting point for consumers that will head for a more lavish Audi car later on down the road.

The 2011 Audi A3 hosts a platform like the Golf by Volkswagen. It comes with a four-cylinder, diesel, turbocharged or gas motor, both of which deliver 40 mpg. The A3 had its looks revamped in 2008. In 2011, the carmaker changed the trim, paint, and wheel configurations.

2011 Audi A3 Performance, Engine & Power Specs

*Turbo compressor
* Engine: 2.0L in-line 4 double overhead cam with VVT ( 9.6 :1 compression ratio ; four valves per cylinder)
* Fuel: premium unleaded ( 91 octane)
* Fuel consumption: city= 22 (mpg); highway= 28 (mpg); combined= 24 (mpg); vehicle range: 382 miles
* Gasoline direct injection fuel system
15.9 gallon fuel tank
* Power: 200 HP ( 149 kW) @ 5,100 rpm; 207 ft lb of torque ( 281 Nm) @ 1,800 rpm


2011 Audi A3 Brakes, Suspension & Handling Specs

* ABS
* Brake assist system
* Four disc brakes including two ventilated discs
* Electronic brake distribution
* Electronic traction control via ABS & engine management
* Immobilizer
* Spacesaver steel rim spare wheel
* Stability control
* Strut front suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs, multi-link rear suspension independent with stabilizer bar and coil springs

2011 Audi A3 Weight, Lights & Exterior Dimensions Specs

* Painted front and rear bumpers
* Day time running lights
* Driver and passenger power painted door mirrors indicator lights
* External dimensions: overall length (inches): 169.0, overall width (inches): 69.4, overall height (inches): 56.0, wheelbase (inches): 101.5, front track (inches): 60.3, rear track (inches): 59.3 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 35.1
* Front fog lights
* Complex surface lens halogen bulb headlights
* Luxury trim alloy look on doors
* Black paint
* Fixed rear window with defogger and intermittent
* Roof spoiler
* Weights: curb weight (lbs) 3,296
* Windshield wipers with automatic intermittent wipe

2011 Audi A3 Cargo, Stereo Speakers & Interior Feature Specs

* 12v power outlet: cargo and front
* Air conditioning with fully automated climate control 2 and auto
* Roof antenna
* Anti-lift anti-theft protection
* Manufacturer's own RDS audio system with satellite and CD player CD player reads MP3
* Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
* Cargo capacity: rear seat down (cu ft): 39.0 and all seats in place (cu ft): 19.5
* Clock
* Computer with average speed, average fuel consumption, instantaneous fuel consumption and range for remaining fuel
* Floor console
* Delayed/fade courtesy lights
* Cruise control
* Front seats and rear seats cup holders
* External temperature
* Floor mats
* Driver and passenger front airbag with occupant sensors and multi-stage deployment
* Bucket driver and passenger seat with height adjustment manual
* Height adjustable 3-point reel front seat belts on driver seat and passenger seat with pre-tensioners
* Front seat center armrest
* Two height adjustable head restraints on front seats, three height adjustable head restraints on rear seats
* Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 39.3, rear headroom (inches): 36.9, front leg room (inches): 41.2, rear leg room (inches): 34.8, front shoulder room (inches): 54.4, rear shoulder room (inches): 52.8 and interior volume (cu ft): 89.0
* Low tire pressure indicator
* Remote power locks includes trunk/hatch, includes power windows and speed sensing
* Vehicle speed proportional power steering
* Front and rear power windows with two one-touch
* Front reading lights
* 3-point reel rear seat belts on driver side, passenger side and center side with pre-tensioners
* Rear seat center armrest
* Three asymmetrical bench front facing rear seats with zero adjustments
* Rear view mirror
* Remote control remote trunk/hatch release
* Front and rear side curtain airbag
* Leather seat upholstery with additional leather
* Seating: five seats
* Service interval indicator
* Front side airbag
* Ten speaker(s)
* Leather covered steering wheel with tilt adjustment and telescopic adjustment
* Tachometer
* Driver and passenger vanity mirror
* Ventilation system with micro filter and active carbon filter

See Here For 2011 Audi A3 Standard Equipment And Warranty Program

2011 Audi A3 Standard Equipment And Warranty Program

2011 Audi A3 Standard Equipment

Braking and Handling
* Four-Wheel ABS

Climate Control
* Front Air Conditioning
* Rear Air Conditioning

Convenience
* Power Locks
* Vehicle Information Center
* Power Outlet(s)
* Power Trunk/Liftgate
* Steering Wheel Tilt
* Power Windows
* Cruise Control
* Steering Wheel Scope
* Keyless Entry
* Trip Computer

Interior
* Cup Holders
* Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirror(s)
* Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
* Cargo Cover

Safety
* Tire Pressure Monitoring System
* Side Air Bag(s)
* Front Fog Lights
* Rear Wiper
* Brake Assist
* Power Mirrors
* Front Wipers
* Child Safety Locks
* Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors
* Driver Air Bag
* Engine Immobilizer
* Theft Deterrent System
* Passenger Air Bag
* Rear Window Defroster

Seats
* Folding Rear Seat

Sound and Entertainment
* Compact Disc Player
* Satellite Radio
* Compact Disc MP3 Capable

Suspension
* Front and Rear Stablilizer Bars

2011 Audi A3 Warranty Program

Basic : 4 year / 50,000 miles
Free Maintenance : N/A
Drivetrain : 4 year / 50,000 miles
Roadside : 4 year / Unlimited miles
Rust : 12 year / Unlimited miles