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Audi has unveilled three new vehicles at Frankfurt’s International Motorshow this month: the supercharged S5 Sportback, the extremely low emission A4 3.0 TDI clean diesel quattro and the highly efficient A3 1.2 TFSI.

The S5 Sportback is the pinnacle of the new A5 Sportback model line, which has its official UK launch on 17 October 2009. The S5 Sportback is an elegant, five-door coupé which is propelled by a three-litre V6 with a mechanical compressor. The S5 Sportback sprints from 0 to 62mph in 5.4 seconds [provisional figure]; its top speed of 155mph is limited by an electronic governor. Its combined economy figure of 29.1mpg [provisional figure] is the best in this power-output category. Although UK prices are yet to be finalised you can contact us now to request a contract hire quote and we will get back to you as soon as prices become available.

Audi introduced the 3.0 TDI clean diesel engine in the Q7 SUV; now, the world’s cleanest diesel technology will also be available in the best-selling A4. A package of technologies provides innovative solutions for engines and the after-treatment of exhaust gas. The A4 3.0 TDI clean diesel quattro already complies with the emission limits of the EU’s Euro 6 standard, expected to become law in 2014. It is also very fuel-efficient, with the potential to cover up to 42.1mpg (Avant: 41.5mpg). And this TDI engine is indeed a powerful performer, needing only 6.2 seconds (Avant: 6.3 seconds) to go from zero to 62mph.

Downsizing is an element of Audi’s efficiency strategy to which it is absolutely committed. Another turbocharged petrol engine featuring lower displacement will soon introduced to the A3 model line. It unites maximum performance with minimum consumption. Designed from scratch, the new 1.2 TFSI generates 105PS from a displacement of 1,197 cm3. And as is typical of Audi, turbocharging and direct petrol injection, once again work in harmony to maximise efficiency. The three-door A3 1.2 TFSI will accelerate from 0 to 62mph in 11.1 seconds; the Sportback, in 11.3 seconds. Both versions reach a top speed of 118mph and can return up to 51.3mpg (combined cycle), while emitting just 127 grams of CO2 per kilometre. The new engine will initially be paired with front-wheel drive and a six-speed manual transmission.

For more information and pricing on these vehicles please visit www.monmotors.com

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