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04-23-2009, 09:03 PM
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/2/European_Union_Flag.jpg Pay attention to this 2.0L turbo-diesel because its coming here in the form of the A3 next year. (cleanmpg.com/forums/showthread.php?p=203045)
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/501/Audi_A4_-_2_0L_TDI_in_fuel_efficiency_challenge_.jpg Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG (cleanmpg.com) – April 23, 2009
2009 European Audi A4 ‘e’ – $40,195 USD and with its included 6-speed manual transmission, is rated at 51 mpgUS on the NEDC.
“Efficiency is standard in every Audi. The A4 2.0 TDI e is particularly persuasive proof that efficiency, outstanding performance, comfort and driving enjoyment are not mutually exclusive,” says Michael Dick, Board of Management Member for Technical Development at AUDI AG. This ‘e’ model develops an output of 136 HP; it reaches 60 mph in less than 9.5 seconds and tops out at 134 mph.
The combined impact of several features facilitates the vehicle’s increased efficiency. The standard start-stop system is an effective fuel saver during city driving. As soon as the vehicle comes to a stop, the shift lever is in neutral, and the driver removes his or her foot from the clutch pedal, the engine shuts down off. The engine restarts as soon as the clutch pedal is depressed.
The start-stop system functions very smooth and quiet. While the driver is stepping on the clutch pedal to shift into first gear, the engine instantaneously returns to its idle speed. In the NEDC driving cycle, the start-stop system reduces fuel consumption by over 4 percent.
This ‘e’ model features a taller by five percent 6-speed manual transmission enabling a reduction in engine speed in each of the six gears. The engine-management system has also been modified for maximum fuel efficiency. The fuel-saving low-resistance tires (205/60 R 16) improve rolling resistance and are exclusive to the A4 model line’s ‘e’ model. Standard equipment also includes a regenerative braking system. Aided by intelligent alternator regulation, this system converts surplus kinetic energy to electrical energy during a vehicle’s braking phases. This electrical energy is temporarily stored in the electrical system’s battery. When the vehicle resumes acceleration, the battery supplies this stored energy to the vehicle’s network — reducing the load on the alternator and thus saving fuel.
An on-board computer with an efficiency program is also standard. The driver information system with upshift indicator and efficiency-data display notifies the driver when it is sensible to shift gears to conserve fuel. The on-board computer displays all fuel-efficiency data on the center screen. The feedback provided enables drivers to lower their fuel consumption by up to 30 percent simply by modifying their driving habits. Audi’s efficiency program continuously analyzes the vehicle’s energy consumption and gives the driver situation-specific advice on how to optimize fuel efficiency based on the given driving situation or driving style.
The A4 2.0 TDI e also consumes less fuel thanks to enhanced aerodynamics made possible by an underbody trim panel, the partially enclosed radiator grille, and the reduction in ride height of 20 millimeters (0.79 inches) facilitated by the sports chassis.
Launch of the A4 2.0 TDI e in scheduled for early June.
http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/501/Audi_A4_-_2_0L_TDI_in_fuel_efficiency_challenge_.jpg Wayne Gerdes – CleanMPG (cleanmpg.com) – April 23, 2009
2009 European Audi A4 ‘e’ – $40,195 USD and with its included 6-speed manual transmission, is rated at 51 mpgUS on the NEDC.
“Efficiency is standard in every Audi. The A4 2.0 TDI e is particularly persuasive proof that efficiency, outstanding performance, comfort and driving enjoyment are not mutually exclusive,” says Michael Dick, Board of Management Member for Technical Development at AUDI AG. This ‘e’ model develops an output of 136 HP; it reaches 60 mph in less than 9.5 seconds and tops out at 134 mph.
The combined impact of several features facilitates the vehicle’s increased efficiency. The standard start-stop system is an effective fuel saver during city driving. As soon as the vehicle comes to a stop, the shift lever is in neutral, and the driver removes his or her foot from the clutch pedal, the engine shuts down off. The engine restarts as soon as the clutch pedal is depressed.
The start-stop system functions very smooth and quiet. While the driver is stepping on the clutch pedal to shift into first gear, the engine instantaneously returns to its idle speed. In the NEDC driving cycle, the start-stop system reduces fuel consumption by over 4 percent.
This ‘e’ model features a taller by five percent 6-speed manual transmission enabling a reduction in engine speed in each of the six gears. The engine-management system has also been modified for maximum fuel efficiency. The fuel-saving low-resistance tires (205/60 R 16) improve rolling resistance and are exclusive to the A4 model line’s ‘e’ model. Standard equipment also includes a regenerative braking system. Aided by intelligent alternator regulation, this system converts surplus kinetic energy to electrical energy during a vehicle’s braking phases. This electrical energy is temporarily stored in the electrical system’s battery. When the vehicle resumes acceleration, the battery supplies this stored energy to the vehicle’s network — reducing the load on the alternator and thus saving fuel.
An on-board computer with an efficiency program is also standard. The driver information system with upshift indicator and efficiency-data display notifies the driver when it is sensible to shift gears to conserve fuel. The on-board computer displays all fuel-efficiency data on the center screen. The feedback provided enables drivers to lower their fuel consumption by up to 30 percent simply by modifying their driving habits. Audi’s efficiency program continuously analyzes the vehicle’s energy consumption and gives the driver situation-specific advice on how to optimize fuel efficiency based on the given driving situation or driving style.
The A4 2.0 TDI e also consumes less fuel thanks to enhanced aerodynamics made possible by an underbody trim panel, the partially enclosed radiator grille, and the reduction in ride height of 20 millimeters (0.79 inches) facilitated by the sports chassis.
Launch of the A4 2.0 TDI e in scheduled for early June.