USA - The A3’s more powerful 2.0-liter TFSI® engine offers an increase of 16 hp & 21 lb-ft of torque over the previous generation A3 1.8T

• The A3’s more powerful 2.0-liter TFSI® engine offers an increase of 16 hp and 21 lb-ft of torque over the previous generation A3 1.8T
• Front-wheel drive models also receive a new seven-speed S tronic® dual-clutch automatic transmission
• 2017 A3 2.0T boasts a 29-mpg combined EPA-estimated fuel economy, giving customers both performance and efficiency; on sale Fall 2016

Continuing on its path of offering a strong entry to the Audi premium lineup, the 2017 A3 Sedan and Cabriolet models are now available with a more efficient 2.0-liter TFSI® engine and seven-speed S tronic® dual-clutch transmission. Offering a competitive EPA-estimated 29-mpg combined fuel economy rating, the A3 2.0T is a powerful yet capable choice for customers in the entry-level luxury sedan segment.

The A3 sedan with 2.0-liter engine replaces the 1.8-liter engine previously offered on A3 front-wheel drive models. This new 2.0-liter engine offers increased performance and the driving dynamics expected of an Audi, with an increase of 16 hp and 21 lb-ft of torque compared to the previous generation A3 1.8T.

The 2.0T engine is mated to a new seven-speed S tronic® dual clutch transmission with front-wheel drive, which can deliver 186 hp and 221 lb-ft of torque and sprints from 0-60 mph in 6.6 seconds for the sedan, a reduction of 0.6 seconds compared to the previous model. To help increase engine efficiency, the A3’s 2.0T engine utilizes a combustion method with shorter compression and longer expansion phases. The compression ratio was increased to 11.7:1 from 9.6:1, further improving the engine’s efficiency and allowing for greater power and torque delivery.

The A3 Sedan and Cabriolet showcase every aspect of Audi expertise found in the brand’s full-size luxury vehicles, in an affordable premium compact model. The model line offers a host of standard premium features such as leather seating surfaces, panoramic sunroof on the sedan, dual-zone automatic climate control, xenon plus front lighting with LED daytime running headlights and LED taillights.

New for 2017 is a redesigned exterior that includes a new headlight design and updated design cues such as an all-new front fascia with a wider Singleframe® grille, making the A3 appear even sportier and more aggressive on the road.

The A3 Sedan and Cabriolet models are also available with the higher output 2.0 TFSI quattro® all-wheel drive turbocharged four-cylinder engine with six-speed S tronic® dual clutch automatic transmission.

Pricing Detail:

Model year 2017 A3 Sedan and Cabriolet with available 2.0-liter FWD engine starting manufacturer suggested retail prices; on sale fall 2016.

MODEL	PREMIUM	PREMIUM PLUS	PRESTIGE
A3 Sedan FWD	$31,200	$34,450	$40,150
A3 Cabriolet FWD	$37,600	$40,850	$46,550

Prices above exclude destination charge ($950), taxes, title, options, and dealer charges. Dealer sets actual price.

For more information, please visit www.audiusa.com.

Always pay careful attention to the road, and do not drive while distracted.

Where stated, fuel economy values (mpg) are EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors including your driving habits and vehicle condition.

USA - Audi launches a new lighter, faster and more efficient engine in the 2017 Q7 Sports utility Vehicle.

• 2017 Audi Q7 with 2.0T engine is faster, lighter and more efficient than the previous generation 2015 Q7 3.0T V6
• New 2.0T variant can sprint from 0-60 mph a half-second faster, offers a 22 percent improvement in EPA-estimated fuel economy and has a curb weight nearly 500 pounds lighter than its predecessor
• The 2017 Audi Q7 comes standard equipped with quattro® all-wheel drive and seating for up to seven passengers

Audi of America today announced the new 2.0-liter TFSI® four-cylinder engine will now be offered on 2017 Audi Q7 models. This new model, when equipped with the 2.0-liter engine, is faster, lighter and more efficient than the previous generation Q7 3.0T V6.

With 252 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque, the Q7 with 2.0T engine reaches 60 mph a half-second faster than the previous generation 2015 Q7 3.0T V6 model. 

The Q7, with standard seating for up to seven passengers and quattro® all-wheel drive, is 22 percent more fuel efficient, with an EPA-estimated 22 mpg city/highway combined. And while it is nearly 500 pounds lighter than the previous model, the Q7 2.0T has 4,400 pounds of towing capacity, with the optional towing package.  

The redesigned 2.0T engine stands out for its exceptional driving dynamics and efficiency. Enhancements to the exhaust manifold integration, improvements to the Audi valvelift system and the use of innovative thermal management, all help to reduce fuel consumption and improve overall engine efficiency.

The Q7 with 2.0T engine is a more accessible luxury SUV option, offering a robust level of standard and available equipment such as full-LED headlights, and benchmark connectivity and infotainment including a full-suite of advanced driver assistance systems.

 

KEY SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL	ENGINE	TRANSMISSION	HORSEPOWER	TORQUE
2017 Q7	2.0 TFSI®	Eight-speed Tiptronic® with quattro® all-wheel drive	252 hp @ 5,000-6,000	273 lb-ft @ 1,600-4,500

Carrying over from the 3.0-liter engine, the Q7’s eight-speed Tiptronic® transmission melds efficiency with dynamic shifting characteristics to help optimize fuel consumption. Improved handling and comfort enhancements have been made possible through the reduced unsprung weight of lightweight aluminum control arm components and revised elastokinematic attributes.

While the exterior dimensions have remained similar to the outgoing model, all 2017 Q7 models offer substantially more interior space – with more headroom, legroom and shoulder room in the second and third rows. The Q7 also offers the latest MMI and infotainment options including Bose 3D Sound System and the available Audi virtual cockpit which helps make viewing and navigating via the large Google Map images supported with 4G LTE (where available) easier on the driver’s eyes.

In addition to infotainment and connectivity features, the advanced Q7 driver assistance systems are designed to help drivers navigate the road and traffic with confidence. Standard Audi pre sense® city, an automatic emergency braking system, can detect stationary vehicles and pedestrians and if necessary, initiating full braking at speeds of up to 52 mph when a potential collision is detected. Available adaptive cruise control with stop & go automatically maintains distance from the vehicle in front, including braking and accelerating. Between 0-40 mph, traffic jam assist combines acceleration, braking and steering guidance, which can help take the stress out of driving in congested traffic.

Pricing Detail:

Model year 2017 Q7 with available 2.0-liter engine starting manufacturer suggested retail prices; on sale early 2017.

MODEL	PREMIUM	PREMIUM PLUS
2017 Q7 2.0T quattro®	$49,000	$53,000

Prices above exclude destination charge ($950), taxes, title, options, and dealer charges. Dealer sets actual price.

For more information, please visit www.audiusa.com.

Always pay careful attention to the road, and do not drive while distracted.

Driver assistance features are not substitutes for attentive driving. See Owner’s Manual for further details, and important limitations.

Where stated, fuel economy values (mpg) are EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary and depends on several factors including your driving habits and vehicle condition.

ITALY - Ford has upgraded the Tourneo Connect with better powertrains and more technology.

• Ford has updated the Tourneo Connect, the 'smart people mover' C-segment of the Blue Oval, offering new high-efficiency motors and driver assistance technologies derived from the cars that are a first for this segment

•  The Tourneo Connect will be available with the new 1.5 TDCi, 7% more efficient than the previous 1.6 TDCi, with 4.3 l / 100 km *. The new diesel engine will also be coupled with automatic transmission Powershift

• The Tourneo Connect will be equipped with innovative technologies like the system of traffic sign recognition (Traffic Sign Recognition) systems monitoring and maintenance of the lane (Lane Keeping Alert and Lane Keeping Aid), the MyKey programmable key and the system connectivity and enhanced voice commands SYNC 2

• The Tourneo Connect is one of the 'people mover' Ford the most successful in Europe, with over 10,000 units sold in 2014

• Ford has also upgraded the Tourneo Courier, the most compact family Tourneo, which now reaches an efficiency 'best in class' of 5.1 l / 100 km in the version with the 1.0 EcoBoost petrol engine with Stop & Start

Ford has updated the Tourneo Connect, the 'smart people mover' C-segment of the Blue Oval, offering new high-efficiency motors and driver assistance technologies that are new to the segment.

The Tourneo Connect will be available with the new 1.5 TDCi, 7% more efficient than the previous 1.6 TDCi, with 4.3 l / 100 km *. The new diesel engine will also be coupled with automatic transmission Powershift.

The Tourneo Connect will be equipped with innovative technologies like the system of traffic sign recognition (Traffic Sign Recognition) systems monitoring and maintenance of the lane (Lane Keeping Alert and Lane Keeping Aid), the MyKey programmable key and the system connectivity and enhanced voice commands SYNC 2.

The Tourneo Connect is one of the 'people mover' Ford the most successful in Europe, with over 10,000 units sold in 2014, and is available both in 5 places in the 7 seats (Connect7), both characterized by innovative solutions for the management of the space. Alongside the Tourneo Courier and the Tourneo Custom in the family of 'people mover' Ford.

"The Tourneo Connect meets the needs of the families by the active lifestyle and contemporary," said Jim Baumbick, Head of global C-segment car, Ford. "With an update that further reduces fuel costs and innovative technologies such as traffic sign recognition, it will be able to guarantee to the families travel more secure and serene."

The new 1.5 TDCi engine is a high efficiency that meets the Euro 6 replaces the previous 1.6 TDCi. It will be available in 75, 100 and 120 horses.

The Tourneo Connect is available with the award-winning 1.0 3-cylinder EcoBoost engine, a 100 hp version that provides the 5-seater efficiency 'best in class' of 5.6 l / 100 km with emissions 129 g / km of CO2.

Innovative technologies Safety and driver assistance

The Ford Tourneo Connect product is based on the global platform C Blue Oval, the same used for the Focus and Kuga. Through the use of shared platforms, Ford is able to bring on board a 'people mover' driving dynamics and technologies derived in direct line from the car.  On board the Tourneo Connect will be available:

• The monitoring and maintenance of the lane (Lane Keeping Alert and Lane Keeping Aid), that control the position of the vehicle relative to the sides of the lane, alert the driver in the event of involuntary deviation from the optimal trajectory and help him to bring the vehicle in the correct direction

• The system of traffic sign recognition (Traffic Sign Recognition), showing the display driving the speed limit and overtaking bans in force, recognized by the onboard camera

• The monitoring system of the gray area (Blind Spot Information System), which warns you with a lamp inserted in the door mirrors (electrically folding now also on board the Tourneo Connect), the presence of vehicles in the vicinity of the car, where the driver might not see them

• The automatic headlights (Auto High Beam), which are deactivated in the presence of other vehicles, both above, is proceeding in the opposite direction

•  The system Ford SYNC connectivity and voice commands 2 with Emergency Assistance, which recognizes natural language and, among other things, is able to show the browser a list of restaurants close by simply saying the words 'I'm hungry'

• Ford MyKey programmable key, which allows you to configure some parameters of the car to promote a driving style more responsible when parents lend your car to the children. MyKey can limit the maximum speed, reduce the maximum volume of the stereo, zeroing when a person on board not wearing seat belts, and prevent the deactivation of safety technologies and driver assistance.

The compact Tourneo Courier is even more efficient

Ford has also upgraded the Tourneo Courier, which now reaches an efficiency 'best in class' of 5.1 l / 100 km, with 115 g / km of CO2 emissions, in the version with EcoBoost petrol engine 1.0 with Start & Stop. The Tourneo Courier will be available with the 1.5 TDCi, in versions 75 and 95 horses, both characterized by an efficiency of 3.7 l / 100 km and 96 g / km of CO2 emissions (with Start & Stop and Speed ​​Limiter optional ).