The ABT AS7-R is based on the Audi Q7. The car got upgraded so the top speed goes up to 160 mph, a value that you have to accept is really impressive for the SUV segment. The AS7-R is powered by a 4,2-Liter-V8 with an output of 500 hp. The 0 to 60 mph sprint is made in 5.7 seconds.
The front spoiler lip and fender extensions are painted in striking matt chrome; the other body parts are matt black. The ABT R-model also offer body styling and suspension parts for the other Q7 models.
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The 14th edition of "L’Automobile più Bella del Mondo" competition took place at the Arena Civica in Milan, Italy, on 27th October. And the winners were: City cars and compact cars
Mini Cooper Mid-size hatchback cars
Volvo C30 Mid-size sedans Volvo S80 Limousine Bentley Continental GTC (..
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For a limited time, Audi is offering an exceptional lease through Audi Financial Services on a nicely equipped 2007 Q7 3.6 Premium vehicle. (See complete details below.) This offer is good through January 2, 2007 so hurry into your local Audi dealer today to take advantage of these winning savings.
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The german tuner B&B has presented a very dinamic version for the
Audi Q7 TDI. The tuning program is made of two levels: in level one the 3.0 liter V6 TDI engine is powered up to 275 hp and 405 lbs-ft of torque and in level 2 up to 300 hp and 442 lbs-ft of torque. The Audi Q7 TDI make in this case the 0 to 60 mph sprint in 7.8 seconds and has a top speed of 142 mph.
To stabilize the Q7 while increasing driving performance on highways and driving along curves B&B reduces the height (...
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A lot of news about the latest SUV lately, but have you ever wondered which are the best? CNN has tried to make a selection of the best five luxury SUV. And the nominals are: Best 5 Luxury SUV Mercedes GL450: price - $67820, powertrain - 355-horsepower 4.6-liter V8, 7-speed automatic transmission, highs - Acceleration, ride, quietness, roomy third-row seat, fit and finish, towing capacity, lows - Controls, premium fuel, no rear-view camera Mercedes-Benz R500: price - $62050, (...)
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Audi has announced that they intend to launch the Q7 Hybrid by the end of 2008. The Q7 hybrid was developed in a partnership with Porsche. A hybrid Q7 was launched at Frankfurt Motor Show and the production version will probably follow the same structure: a 4.2-litre FSI V8 drive unit developing 350 bhp and 324 lbs-ft of torque.
USA is the country with the biggest sale at hybrid cars. Almost 70%, meaning 283000 vehicles are sold in here, but comparing to the country’s annual sales of (...)
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The National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) this week gave the 2007
Audi Q7 their highest-possible ratings for front and side crash protection. The Audi Q7 received five-star ratings for driver and passenger protection in frontal crash tests, and five-star ratings for front and rear passenger protection in side impact crash tests. The Audi Q7 also received a roll-over rating of four-stars.
“Time and time again, Audi has demonstrated a strong commitment to safety.” said (...
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Japanese maker Mitsuka launched series version of Orochi sports car. AutoExpress
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Mitsubishi’s i car has a long road in front of it. AutoWeek
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Environmentalists creating pressure for European makers. DetNews
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October 15-21 – National School Bus Safety Week. PR
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False reports lead four of Toyota’s second hand sales employees under arrest. DetNews
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UAW struggling to keep the jobs bank – program that requires to automakers to pay laid-off workers. Internal
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Dual Clutch Gearbox for Chrysler’s next-generation mid-sized front drive vehicles. AutoWeek
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Audi is proud to present the 1st 12-cylinder diesel engine in a series passenger car. This 6-liter V12 makes its debut in the Audi Q7 and it produces a colossal 500 PS and 1,000 Nm of torque, opening thus a new chapter in diesel history.
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The competition started in Sydney, Sunday 3rd September 2006. Between Sydney and Broom (the finish line) stretched a 7000km journey through some harsh and arid conditions.
The caravan of 15 cars arrived safely and further more – in excellent condition, in Broome, on Sunday 24th September 2006.
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