J_C Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 Lots of new spy shots this week, but following speculation that Stadler was going to unveil the car today here it is: Source article: Full details and more pictures courtesy of WCF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UBM Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 Bring on the A5 cabrio..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J_C Posted November 30, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 Video Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamiekip Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 New headlights are nice - wonder how long till they are added on to the rest of the A3 range Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mook Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 That thing is as ugly as the 1 series coupe. No thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J_C Posted November 30, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 Hmmm, I think this car looks good. Personally it's not really my 'cup of tea', but to me it looks much better than the rendering pics and far better than the cabrio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maersk Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 Not a looker then.................................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maersk Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 HUGE ears and UGLY eyes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mook Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 [ QUOTE ] far better than the cabrio. [/ QUOTE ] Well, we'll have to disagree, JC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahaydock Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 Hmm, I like it. Would be nice as an S-Line... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alera Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 Looks a bit like an astra with the roof cut off... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonC Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 Too high waistline? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mook Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 That's what I reckon, but then that would leave it in line with the S3 which has got Simon Cowell trousers anyway... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cupramax Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 I can see a whole new business for people modding back to smaller mirrors appearing. Car looks better than I was expecting, no info on S3 Cab though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cupramax Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 [ QUOTE ] Looks a bit like an astra with the roof cut off... [/ QUOTE ] So you dont think it looks like an A3 with the roof cut off? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparky Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 I like that. Better than I thought it would look Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark88 Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 Seems almost every new Audi lately is ruined by those huge mirrors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cah Posted December 1, 2007 Report Share Posted December 1, 2007 I think that with a few tweaks they could make a very good S3 out of this. beefier front and all. However, I wish car makers would realise that along with black plastic door handles the only other thing that ages a car in looks is a visible yellow on the rear lights for the indicators (Like Z8 bmw or first A160 merc). Keep LED and nice monotone rear lights which rely on the lamp to change the colour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shao_khan Posted December 2, 2007 Report Share Posted December 2, 2007 A new addition to the A3 range, the Audi A3 Cabriolet, has been unveiled today at the Audi factory in Györ, Hungary. This exciting new A3 variant builds on the outstanding success of its siblings and will attract a new customer base by offering a compact premium Cabriolet with great functionality and versatility to complement the stunning design of the car. Vehicle Details The A3 Cabriolet continues Audi’s strategy of having an electrically folding fabric roof on all its convertibles. The roof on the A3 Cabriolet features an innovative Z-fold mechanism resulting in no intrusion in to the car’s already excellent boot space when folded. Due to this innovative system the roof needs no tonneau or cover when folded shut. Furthermore the roof can be opened in just 9 seconds, making it by far the fastest opening roof in the segment. Exterior Features The exterior design of the car is also subtly different from the A3 3 door and Sportback. The rear features a new light cluster creating a perception of increased width, and unique ‘light strips’ providing the car with plenty of individualism. The front of the car features a modified headlight design (with optional Xenon headlights including LED daytime running lights) and a stronger integration of the trademark Audi single-frame front grille. Interior Features The interior of the A3 Cabriolet enhances Audi’s reputation for building world-class interiors and accentuates the premium and sporty character of the car. The Cabriolet’s interior features subtle yet stylish enhancements over the existing A3 range. Rear seat space is excellent due to the design of the roof, and the car offers a highly competitive level of legroom. Another unique selling point (USP) of the car is the wide through-load system. With the seats folded flat, and the through-load system in use, the luggage space of the car is increased to 674 litres, and the load length is increased by 150 centimetres. With the roof down the A3 Cabriolet has a boot space of 252 litres, making it the largest in the segment. Engines and Transmission At launch the A3 Cabriolet will be available with a choice of 4 engines, 2 petrol and 2 diesel: • 1.8 TFSI 160PS • 2.0 TFSI 200PS • 1.9 TDI 105PS • 2.0 TDI 140PS The 2.0 TDI 140PS is a member of the new generation of common-rail diesel engines that feature greater efficiency and responsiveness, as well as significantly improved acoustic characteristics. Each of the above engines, with the exception of the 1.9 TDI, is available with the option of a 6- speed manual transmission or the acclaimed 6-speed semi-automatic S tronic gearbox. The 1.9 TDI is only available with a 5-speed manual gearbox. Technical Information for the above engines will be published at a later date. Options and Specification Initially the A3 Cabriolet will be available in two trim levels: Standard and Sport. Please see below some key items of specification. Full specification will be published at a later date: A3 Cabriolet Standard: • Fully Automatic Electric Roof with manual locking mechanism. • 16” Alloy Wheels – New Design • Illuminated Vanity Mirrors • 4-spoke Leather Steering Wheel • Manual Air-Conditioning A3 Cabriolet Sport • Fully Automatic Acoustic Electric Roof with electric locking mechanism. • 17” Alloy Wheels – New Design • 3-spoke Leather Sports Steering Wheel • Wind Deflector • Driver’s Information System • Dual-zone Electronic Climate Control • Aluminium, Medial Silver Inlays Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cah Posted December 3, 2007 Report Share Posted December 3, 2007 "unique ‘light strips’ providing the car with plenty of individualism." well they can justify it any way they want. they didn't have to colour it orange. Red and white, ok, all greyed/frosted red ok. but orange lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atomic Posted December 12, 2007 Report Share Posted December 12, 2007 Spotted an Aus article... indication is that it will be less than $60k Aus for the base (non 1.8) model which at current exchange rates puts it at around 26k GBP. Not sure how that compares to the UK model but knowing how much German manufacturers turn over the aus buyers it doesnt seem too harsh. http://www.drive.com.au/Editorial/ArticleDetail.aspx?ArticleID=46244 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cupramax Posted December 12, 2007 Report Share Posted December 12, 2007 It wont be that much over here, you can get a 1.8T A4 cab for £26,500. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J_C Posted December 12, 2007 Author Report Share Posted December 12, 2007 Live pics from the presentation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cupramax Posted December 12, 2007 Report Share Posted December 12, 2007 I still think it looks very slab sided without the door rubbing strips Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merlot Posted December 12, 2007 Report Share Posted December 12, 2007 Looks like a noddy car. Surely the rear seats are so silly that a TT Roadster is a better buy? PS I wonder how many people will spend £2k on full nav for a car at that price point? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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