| DUBYA123 |
| audi crossover, mdx still looks better than any of the crossover |
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| Robyjo |
| I take it the crossover's based on the Touareg/Cayenne platform? |
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| navybean |
| that looks nice!!!What other information do you have???:4: |
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| hammermdx |
| Yuck! The shape reminds me of the PT Cruiser AKA..Hearse |
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| hammerX |
That sure is different. It does resmble a Chrysler concept car.
2003 SS MDX - cdn model - res,back up sensor,cargo net,Husky all weather floor mats |
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| rlm32 |
Today at the NAIAS in Detroit, Audi unveiled the Pikes Peak quattro concept. While it is only a concept, it does point very readily to what a new Audi SUV might look like. This 7-seater makes use of a biturbo FSI V8 making 500hp, and throttling it from 0-60 in only 4.7 seconds.
The concept is a green metallic color, with matching highlights on the interior. The wood trim inside is an interesting use of a Japanese wood, having texture unlike smooth polished wood normally seen in just about every other car on the road.
Will it happen? That hasn't been confirmed, but it's likely. The concept is based on the same platform used for the Touareg and the Porsche Cayenne, making it very easy to put into production. We even hear that FSI is possible for the US market, though it remains to be seen whether a version of the Pikes Peak (S or RS perhaps) would be built with what is essentially an FSI version of the RS6 powerplant |
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| kishino |
| Not crazy about the front fascia. IMO, Audi's are suppose to be a luxury brand and the VW Toureg is looking alot more luxurious then the Audi. Hopefully Audi will fix the mistake. |
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| rlm32 |
Yep, the grille is not my cup of tea.
It looks a lot like the Chrysler Pacifica |
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| Desant |
| It looks pretty good to me - I am curious about details now - interior, HP, etc. |
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| rlm32 |
Eight-cylinder, 500 hp engine with twin turbochargers and direct gasoline injection
Well known from the Audi RS 6, the V8 engine with twin turbochargers has been further developed and now has a power output of 500 hp. A decisive factor in this power hike is the advanced FSI direct gasoline injection principle, which indicated that new standards were about to be set when it was used on the competition cars that scored historic victories in the 2001 and 2002 Le Mans 24-Hour races and in the American Le Mans Series. Powerful FSI engines are already in production for the Audi A2 and A4 models.
In the Audi Pikes Peak quattro the eight-cylinder twin-turbo FSI engine is notable for its free revving and vigorous pulling power at all engine speeds. It accelerates the Audi Pikes Peak quattro from 0 to 100 km/h in only 5.0 seconds (0 – 60 mph in 4.7 sec) and takes it on to a governed top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h). Its maximum torque of 630 Newton-meters is available from as low an engine speed as 2000 rpm upwards and remains constant over a broad speed range. This supreme, massive pulling power is ideal for fast cross-country driving and for negotiating off-road sections of the journey.
Ultimate progress on all roads
It was only logical for Audi, when drafting out this versatile concept vehicle, to include all its in-depth quattro driveline know-how and its experience with variable-height active air suspension. The development engineers’ brief was for the Audi Pikes Peak quattro to be able to tackle loose surfaces and poor roads just as supremely as fast sections of the highway.
In all driving situations and across all kinds of surface, quattro permanent all-wheel drive stands for optimum traction and dynamic stability.
The standard torque split between the axles is 50% to the front and 50% to the rear, but if wheelspin occurs at either axle the split is diverted to the axle with more grip.
The electronic differential lock (EDL) controls torque distribution between the two wheels on an axle. Then there is the Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP), which assists the driver when potentially critical driving situations close to the handling limit have to be mastered. Like all Audi quattro cars, the Pikes Peak quattro provides the best possible traction on all surfaces and in all conditions.
Variable-height pneumatic control at both axles responds automatically when the load carried by the vehicle increases, and restores its ride height to the standard level. The air springs support the entire load at each axle. |
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| Desant |
Sweet!!!:29:
Thanks for the pictures |
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| henry_atwork |
wow, i was wondering when Audi would catch up with the rest of the names and come up with a SUV ... although the Allroad had me interested for a while. 500hp ...
-henry |
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| mdxxxx |
| I just saw one yesterday in person. Looks nice, even better in person.:4: |
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| cmdpm |
i think the audi crossover looks great inside and out.
notice the muscular fender flares and massive tires. this is what i think the MDX type-S (if acura ever builds one) should have ( in addition to beefed up mechanicals) to make it look and handle like a world-class suv/sav/crossover/whatever.
the competition from around the world is serious!!!
acura has to continue to make substantial improvements so the MDX doesnt fade into a mall or suburbia cruiser.
acura can do it. time to unleash the dogs of war!!!
chris
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| navybean |
| I like the shape!!! I would like to get the Audi over the VW because it is a seven seater, but I feel if you can put seven in the Audi, eventually the VW will be the same. Also, yeah it kind of reminds me of the Chrysler, but the interior does not remind me of any American product:1: |
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| Paul S. |
| Thank you for posting the pictures! I was going to replace our MDX with a Touareg but this gives me something to think about. My wife drives our MDX but I drive an allroad. There is just something about German cars...drive better, handle better, rock solid at high speeds. The MDX has many fine qualities but my 6-speed allroad is just much more fun to drive. |
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