Audi A5 Sportback launches as five-door coupe alternative
Audi expands the A5 line-up with the Sportback, offering five doors, a spacious interior and a range of efficient engines, with sales beginning from €33,650.
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Audi expands the A5 line-up with the Sportback, offering five doors, a spacious interior and a range of efficient engines, with sales beginning from €33,650.
Swiss tuner Sportec extracts 200hp and 300Nm from Volkswagen’s 1.4 TSI Golf, matching the output of the GTI with understated looks and improved acceleration.
The Ferrari 458 Italia debuted in 2009, showcasing a blend of innovative design, advanced aerodynamics, and Formula 1-inspired technology.
Jaguar’s 2010 XJ saloon arrives with aluminium construction, a panoramic roof and a choice of V6 diesel or V8 petrol power, with UK prices from £52,500.
Audi’s R15 TDI enters the 2009 Le Mans 24 Hours with a compact V10 diesel, revised aerodynamics and a lithium-ion battery, aiming to extend the brand’s endurance racing record.
Audi’s upcoming RS5, powered by a 4.2-litre V8 producing over 450hp, has been filmed during mountain testing, revealing its engine note and hinting at future model plans.
Alfa Romeo introduces the MiTo MultiAir in September 2009, featuring advanced electro-hydraulic valve control for improved performance and lower emissions.
The Jaguar XF 3.0-litre Diesel S won the ‘Money No Object’ prize at the 2009 Towcar Awards, beating 39 rivals for its blend of performance, stability and refinement.
BMW has introduced the 316d ES Saloon, pairing a 1,995cc diesel with class-leading economy and low emissions, targeting business and private buyers from September 2009.
Acura’s 2010 TSX introduces a 3.5-litre V6 alongside the existing four-cylinder, bringing more power, revised suspension and fresh features to the entry-premium saloon.
With 403bhp and a 0-62mph time of 3.8 seconds, the 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution FQ-400 became the most powerful and accelerative Evo ever sold by the brand.
German tuner MTM has extracted 730hp from the Audi RS6, lifting its top speed to 310km/h and placing the estate firmly in supercar territory.
The 2010 Ford Mustang made its debut ahead of the Los Angeles Auto Show, introducing revised styling, new technology and powertrain enhancements for both V6 and GT models.
Unofficial computer-generated images offer a glimpse of BMW’s future 3 Series, with speculation around new turbocharged engines and a possible 2012 production start.
Volkswagen has announced the 2009 Phaeton featuring a new V6 FSI engine, updated infotainment, and a raft of refinements to keep its flagship saloon competitive.
The 2009 Mercedes E-Class Coupe debuts ahead of its Geneva show launch, introducing efficient new engines and a class-leading drag coefficient of 0.24 Cd.
Porsche's 2009 911 GT3 RSR arrives with a larger 4.0-litre flat-six, revised aerodynamics and updated electronics for customer teams in GT2 endurance racing.
Fiat teamed up with fashion brand Diesel to create the 500byDIESEL, a limited-edition city car sold exclusively online in the UK from December 2008.
Audi’s 2.7-litre V6 TDI diesel engine, introduced in the late 2000s, brought common rail technology and strong torque to the A4, A5 and A6 ranges.
Volkswagen has released early details and images of the 2009 Polo, confirming new interior features, updated engines and a launch date set for May 2009.
Ferrari’s first use of direct petrol injection debuts in the California, with Bosch supplying the complete high-pressure system for the 4.3-litre V8.
Audi’s TT RS, caught in pre-production testing, will use a new 2.5-litre turbocharged five-cylinder engine and arrive in coupe and roadster forms in 2009.
Swiss tuner Hirsch has revealed its 2009 Saab 9-3 Cabrio upgrade, adding a carbon fibre body kit, 300hp from the V6, and uprated chassis hardware.