Audi A1 Unveiled - First Official Pictures

Today marks the end of secrecy around the upcoming Audi A1. Set to rival the mini and with technology taken from the new A8, it will give the sector a premium shake-up.

The car is set to be officially launched at the Geneva motor show in March with the first customers taking delivery towards the end of the year. The misano red display car with it's silver roof 'contrast line' harks back to the metro concept car we first saw in 2007 and is just a hint of the many customisable elements of the new car.

Customisation is the key

With such a fun car, the aim is to make the car as individual as the owner. This is why Audi will give buyers more options than ever before to make every car truly unique. These include:

• Exterior paint - a large selection of exterior colours, solid, metallic and pearl effect paints on offer.


• Roof contrast line - the curve that runs along the roof line of the car can be changed to further add to the individuality of the car


• Black optics pack - both the interior and exterior of the car can be 'de-chromed' by adding the black styling package


• Alloy Wheels - with a range of alloy wheels from 15-17" and designs such as titanium effect, there is sure to be a wheel for every taste


• Upholstery - not satisfied with the usual Audi leather selection, there will also be options from the Exclusive line range allowing different colour stitching and centre sections.


• Air vents - even the air-vents inside the cabin can be customised with new colours such as wasabi green.

Economy class

In line with Audi's ongoing drive for lower CO2 emissions the range of engines for the A1 is even greener than the optional wasabi interior trim!

• 1.2 TFSI 86PS emitting only 119g/km
• 1.6 TDI 105PS emitting only 102g/km
• 1.4 TFSI 122PS emitting only 126g/km

Pricing is going to be confirmed with the cars official launch in March. However, it is likely that you will be able to get your hands on a new car (with a few toys) for around £14,000. Ordering opens in May and we are taking deposits now. To reserve your place, as one of the first to be driving the new 'must have' car, call 01202 775050 or email sales@poole.audi.co.uk

Audi A5 Cabriolet now below £30,000

We are delighted to see the announcement of a new model in the Audi A5 Cabriolet range, priced at £27,530 on the road.

This new model boasts the 1.8 litre turbo-charged engine with FSI technology developed in the race winning Le Mans cars. This smooth and tractable engine enables a top speed of 130 mph and acceleration to 62mph in just 9.5 seconds. It’s very efficient too, developing just 172 g/km CO2 and showing a combined fuel consumption of 38.2 mpg.

What’s more, this model has a truly luxurious specification, which includes climate control, 17 inch alloy wheels and a stereo with CD or MP3 compatibility. It also has a fully electric hood, which can be operated at speeds up to 31mph. This means you can take advantage of every ray of sunshine available.

You could also specify the SE pack, which adds milano leather seats, wind deflector and acoustic parking sensors, plus automatic lights and windscreen wipers and upgrades to the alloy wheels, climate control and stereo. Even then, the A5 Cabriolet 1.8 T FSI with SE pack is priced at just £29,420 on the road.

Our experience of this car is that it really does offer the best of both worlds. Roof up, it remains quiet and warm. Roof down, it looks stunning and enables you to enjoy another dimension of driving.

Audi will be accepting orders for this model in a week or so, with cars being built in April and available for delivery in May – just in time for summer! Talk to us now on 01202 775050

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New Audi Q5 engines added to the range

Perfect! Audi have introduced two new engines to the Q5 model. Both engines offer better fuel economy, lower CO2 emmissions. To make things even better, they are even cheaper than the current engines! The new engines include the 2.0 TFSI 180 PS and the 2.0 TDI 143 PS that are used throughout the Audi range. The winner here seems to be the 2.0 TDI as it delivers an impressive 43.5mpg and 172 g/km of CO2. Compare that to the already impressive 199 g/km and 37.7mpg from the new VW Tiguan 2.0 TDI 140 PS... Looks like Audi have done it again!

For more information on the Audi Q5 visit http://www.pooleaudi.com/

First Official Pictures of the Audi A5 Sportback

Being launched in October 2009, the Audi A5 Sportback mixes the ‘rhythm of lines’ design concept featured on the A5 Coupe with all the practicality of a five-door vehicle. The car’s wide, low stance emphasises the A5 Sportback’s sporty front end. Elongated lines lead to its attractive and practical tailgate and the frameless doors increase the visual appeal. The A5 Sportback is now available to order and is priced from £27,140 for a 2.0TDI 170PS model with the SE trim level. For more information call us on 01202 775050 or visit the future models section of our new site www.audia5sportback.co.uk/