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Next to the standard A6, Audi has also revealed today details on the A6 hybrid, the company’s second hybrid model after the Q5 hybrid quattro. However, the hybrid version will be available at a later date. Its hybrid system combines a 211 HP 2.0 TFSI engine with an electric motor that delivers 45 HP and 211 Nm of torque. The engine is mated to a modified 8-speed tiptronic transmission that sends torque to the front wheels. It will deliver an average fuel consumption of only 6.2 liters per 100 km (37.94 US mpg). For the A6 Hybrid the equipment list will include: Audi drive select dynamic handling system, sporty ESP with electronic limited-slip differential on board, adaptive air suspension with controlled damping is available as an option and a dynamic steering will be available soon, also as an option. Hit the jump to read more about the future Audi A6 Hybrid. The Exterior and Interior  Like the standard A6, the hybrid version will be defined by a high-gloss black, the large, low single-frame grill and wide, low air intakes. Both headlights and taillights feature LED technology, with the rear lights forming a visually continuous band in the form of a wide, U-shaped curve. The car’s rear is defined by a subtle spoiler edge and a matte black diffuser insert that envelopes the two large, round tailpipes for the exhaust system. Of course at the rear there will be a "hybrid" to help us making the difference from a standard A6. The hybrid system The A6 hybrid employs an efficient parallel hybrid concept: Its combustion engine, a 211 HP 2.0 TFSI, works together with an electric motor that delivers45 HP and 211 Nm (155.63 lb-ft) of torque. The electric motor sits directly behind the TFSI, occupying the space of the torque converter upstream of the modified 8-speed tiptronic. The transmission sends torque to the front wheels. The competition Until BMW will offer a hybrid version for the 5-Series, sometime in early 2011, and Mercedes a hybrid E-Class, the new Audi A6 Hybrid will have to face models like Infiniti M hybrid or Lexus GS 450h. It will be a battle between German hybrids and Japanese hybrids. The 2012 Infiniti M hybrid combines a naturally aspirated 3.5 Liter V6 and an efficient electric motor. The models offers lots of safety technologies and an interior that will make everyone jealous. It is no doubt a model that will give lots of head aches to the new A6 hybrid. And while both of this models are new on the market, the Lexus GS 450h can already talk about a history on the market. But what does it offer that makes it better than the other two? It combines combines a 3.5-liter V6 engine with a compact, permanent magnet electric motor that both delivers a total of 340 hp. You can notice this is way better than the A6, but is it enough? We believe that the real competitors will be the Infiniti M and the Audi A6. Why? Well, the A6 is an Audi and that says it all, but the Infiniti comes with a fresh and younger design. When Can I buy one?Expect the new A6 Hybrid to go on sale a few months after the standard A6. However, you will be able to buy one by the summer f 2011. 20 comments: Audi A6 Hybrid The fuel consumption is very good for a car in this class, but the CO2 emission is somehow kind of big. Or maybe they get 6.2% with the car driven by a 10 Kg robot and on a straight line with constant speed and no brakes and acceleration.
 The new design is a sample of refined business german design. It might not be appealing to everyone but rest assured that the designers and marketing teams are aiming for a specific target that will sell this elegant car.
 And here we go Another Ugly Deutsche Invention. There was a time when I would turn around my head in opposite direction when in the presence of an Audi car. After a while, the Audi cars started looking better and better.... and now... Here we go! :d Lucky for them those exceptional looking wheels will sell 10.000 of these babies. Don’t forget to thank to the genius that made them!  It really does have a Ford Tarus (500?) side profile. Audi is just cranking out the same Grille and tail-lamps for every car in the range, with the exception of the R8.
 I am beginning to see a fair amount of these Kia Souls out on the road, looks like they are going to be popular.
 I had high hopes of a 2.0TDI Hybrid.  This car is a joke. I’m sorry but the rear half is horrible, looks like they slapped on an A4 rear to a bigger car, doesn’t match at all.
 dang.. I’m really impressed with the A6, I think they’re also using the porsche hybrid technology here..
impressive technology, I bet they really perfected the Hybrid engine on Audi A6. also the simplicity of its design is very attractive.
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01.31.2011 @ 22:00