Audi E-tron GT sedang menjalani peningkatan, dijangka dilancarkan menjelang penghujung 2024. Ini bertujuan untuk bersaing dengan Tesla Model S dan telah dikesan dalam ujian terakhir di Jerman. Redesign ini akan memberikan penampilan yang lebih serupa dengan Audi Q6 E-tron SUV yang akan datang.
Terinspirasi daripada Porsche Taycan, E-tron GT yang dikemas kini akan mempunyai bumper hadapan dan belakang yang lebih baik, gril baru, dan rim aloi yang baru. Lampu kekal sama, tetapi bahagian belakang akan mempunyai diffuser yang lebih ketara. Sisi akan melihat perubahan kecil, seperti side skirt yang baru.
In an eagerly awaited mid-life facelift, the Audi E-tron GT is poised to undergo a series of eye-catching styling revisions, with speculation rife about the introduction of a high-performance RS variant boasting a staggering 750bhp.
Scheduled for launch towards the end of 2024, the electric powerhouse, aimed squarely at the Tesla Model S, has been recently reported undergoing final testing in Germany. Reports suggest that the design overhaul aims to align the E-tron GT with the upcoming Audi Q6 E-tron SUV, slated for release in February 2024.
Audi has officially concluded the production of the TT sports car, marking the end of a 25-year career across three generations. The Audi TT produced a fair number of final editions in a number of regional markets before it was retired.
The final Audi TT rolled off the production line at the Gyor factory in Hungary. The occasion was commemorated with a flower-decorated third-generation TTS Coupe, escorted by the original TT Coupe and TT Roadster concepts from 1995, along with two second-generation models.
The lettering on the windshield indicates that a total of 662,762 units of the Audi TT were produced at the Györ factory between February 18, 1998, and November 10, 2023. The last Audi TTS produced was finished in Chronos Gray Metallic with Dark Chrome matt accents. It featured a 2.0-litre TFSI four-cylinder engine producing 315hp, making it the second most powerful version of the third-generation TT.
While the production of the Audi TT has come to an end, the remaining stock is still available for purchase. Audi has hinted at the possibility of the TT returning as an electric car in the future, but no official decision has been made.
The iconic TT has been a symbol of Audi’s design and engineering prowess, and its legacy will be remembered in automotive history.
Audi recently announced the end of an era for its beloved TT sports car, but not before giving it a grand send-off with the Audi TT Roadster Final Edition. This special edition model pays tribute to the TT’s legacy with a range of distinctive features.
The Audi TT Roadster Final Edition comes in Audi Exclusive Goodwood Green Pearl paint, a nostalgic nod to the first-generation TT, which offered this colour as an option. The roof is grey, a first for the TT Roadster. The matte grey bumpers and side profile accents complement the grey roof. Based on the S Line trim, this Final Edition features 20-inch wheels as standard.
Audi made subtle changes by removing most of the S Line badges on the exterior and interior. The brushed aluminium accents have been replaced with carbon fibre, adding a touch of sportiness. The seats are upholstered in Palomino Brown leather, described as a “modern interpretation” of the original TT’s baseball seats.
In terms of performance, the TT Roadster Final Edition boasts a base turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with 228hp and 350Nm torque, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. It accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in 5.5 seconds and includes all-wheel drive and magnetic ride control as standard, which is part of the S Line trim and reduces the ride height by 0.3 inches.
This special edition is exclusive to the US, with only 50 units available. The Audi TT Roadster Final Edition is priced at $68,895 (RM325,838), providing a fitting farewell to this iconic sports car.
In response to the growing interest in environmentally sustainable vehicles in Malaysia, PHS Automotive Malaysia (PHSAM), the distributor of Audi in the country, is expanding its offerings for electric vehicles (EVs). The company is introducing retail specials and exclusive packages for the Audi Q8 e-tron 55 and e-tron GT, making it more accessible for Malaysians to own and experience the joy of driving an all-electric Audi vehicle.
The recently introduced “Go electric” campaign offers potential owners the opportunity to enjoy savings of up to RM93,000, in addition to the significant savings provided by government duty exemptions. The campaign aims to make Audi’s electric vehicles more attractive to environmentally conscious consumers in Malaysia.
The Audi Q3 was introduced back in 2011 as a subcompact luxury crossover SUV for those who wanted an SUV but found the Q7 to be way too big and the Q5 to be better suited for families.
The Q3 went up against the likes of the BMW X1, Lexus UX, Mini Countryman and to some extent, even the Range Rover Evoque.
When first introduced, there were many criticisms levelled against it, alleging that it lacked space and imagination. And not having enough power.
But since its introduction, over a million units have found a home worldwide. Proving those criticisms to be unwarranted.
Closer to home, the Audi Q3 has enjoyed brisk sales as well. Whether bought officially or from parallel importers, it is easy to find a Q3 on the road as you go about your business in major Malaysian cities. And it is easy to understand why as well.
Over the years the car has grown in size, offering more interior room a comfortable interior and dare we say it – decent power. But other than all of that, it has even become quite efficient despite some models offering all-wheel-drive capabilities which inadvertently equals to increased fuel consumption.
The Audi Q3 Sportback that you see here though takes it all up a couple of notches and even warrants the use of the word stunning; a combination of the sports coupe bodyline and the intense blue colour which Audi calls Turbo Blue.
The colour does seem to suite the overall character of the Q3 Sportback. Afterall the Sportback is meant to appeal to those who wanted all the functions of a compact SUV but with a tinge of style and aggression sprinkled in either to match their age or personalities.
One thing for sure though, everywhere the Q3 Sportback went, people noticed. This was evident by the cringed necks as observers struggled to get one final look or with gawking looks and pointed fingers at traffic lights.
The Q3 Sportback is undoubtedly stylish and that’s saying the least.
But the Q3 Sportback is not exactly new. It has been in the market since 2020, launched by Audi Malaysia right before the pandemic at an eye watering RM360,223.60 with the Audi Assurance Package that provides for a five year warranty and three year maintenance package with unlimited mileage.
As what we have discovered before in our previous reviews of Audi cars in Malaysia, the fact that Audi cars are fully imported units means they are taxed heavily in every way possible. Hence the prices. And the lack of overall demand does not warrant a local assembly program – not yet at least.
You could buy a used one or an imported unit but that would deprive you of access to the official service centres and official Audi spare parts. Besides, a quick check on some of the leading used car websites shows there’s only a handful of units.
So why would you bother with an Audi Q3 Sportback then?
Because in all intents and purposes, the Q3 Sportback is a really nice car to drive and to cocoon yourself in on a day-to-day basis. Let us explain why.
But before that, let’s just make one thing clear, the interior – especially the back seats – are not very big. As we found out after latching on a child seat, there’s not much legroom for a three-year-old seated in his chair. And as soon as a six-footer takes the driver’s seat, there’s very little space left at the back seat directly behind the driver.
But that’s about it though. That is the only complaint we have about the interior. But that can be forgiven if you don’t have a family to transport and don’t intend on using the back seats much either.
Up front, the multi-function, flat-bottomed S-Line steering wheel greets you as soon as you take a seat. It has well placed buttons and dials that have a firm click and feel like they will last a long time.
Directly behind the steering wheel lays a 12.3-inch TFT digital meter panel that gives you multiple readouts and is capable of displaying the navigational map, the music and all of the onboard data, all at the same time.
This is part of the Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus system and it is one of the best in the industry. The screen refreshes at a rate of 60 times per second; so fast that the human doesn’t even see it refreshing. Instead, what you see is an ultra-sharp display of all the important readings.
On the left of that is the Audi MMI system that is accessible via a 10.1-inch screen. Here you get access to all of the onboard systems such as Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The software that governs everything is arguably the best in the industry as well. The fact that it is simple and controls are not hidden deep in its programs makes it easy to use even when driving. Car makers like Mercedes, BMW and even Lexus could take a card out of Audi’s software book.
Besides all of those onboard gizmos, the real fun is how the Q3 Sportback drives.
Powering the car is the Volkswagen group’s famous 2.0 TFSI engine that can be found in cars like the Golf. However in the Sportback, the engine has been tuned to make 180PS from 3900rpm and 320Nm of torque from just 1400rpm.
It does the charge to 100km/h in about 7.3 seconds and maxes out at 220km/h. This is decent enough for your day to day business. And if you are the type that likes to attack some corners, the quattro all-wheel-drive system lets you dig deep for traction.
But you can’t rely on the suspension to match your intent though as it is comprised of a regular multi-link set up at the back and MacPherson struts up front without any adaptive capabilities.
If it were adaptive, it would respond to the selected driving mode and would have stiffened up in Dynamic mode for better control. In Comfort mode it would have calmed down and soaked up the roads for max interior comfort.
However, the Sportback is better suited for long distance drives, highway cruises, urban commutes and does an excellent job at isolating the cabin from the outside world. This results in a comfortable and even silent ride quality, which is what ultimately the Q3 Sportback is designed for.
The Audi Q3 Sportback is a fun car designed for daily drives with a focus on comfort, practicality and a tinge of power. It’s Sportback roofline gives an impressive 530-litres of luggage capacity which makes it ideal for small families as well.
Perhaps the only stumbling block may be the price. And the fact that competitors like the BMW X3 are newer and can be had from just about RM329,000. It may seem difficult to justify the asking price of the Audi Q3 Sportback, but there is no doubt that it has quite a lot to offer, but it all comes with a hefty price tag.
The “Ice Race Edition” of the RS e-tron GT has just been introduced by Audi. The same-named idea, which was originally developed to commemorate Audi Sport GmbH’s 40th anniversary, served as the inspiration for this special edition. The RS e-tron GT Ice Race Edition, which is only available to European consumers in quantities of 99, showcases Audi’s wide range of personalisation possibilities.
The exterior has a black carbon roof, white emblems, and 21-inch black wheels in addition to a Florett silver metallic paint finish. The full-body foil wrap with deliberately positioned translucent patches to resemble the look of snow crystals and ice lakes is a key design feature. Ski goggles serve as the design inspiration for the purple embellishments, which are predominantly found around the grille and give the piece a distinctive look.
The German automaker’s BMW X6 rival will get some subtle aesthetic updates, taking inspiration from the newly updated Audi Q8 E-tron. Matrix LED lighting is one of them, along with smoother surfaces for a more elegant appearance, larger front air intakes for a more commanding presence, and a new exhaust system intended to provide a better engine sound.
The updated grille, which features a distinctive design evocative of Audi’s top-tier models, is one of the most noticeable aesthetic modifications. This grille has vertical inlays with a brushed aluminium finish, which gives it a more upscale appearance. Additionally, the body trim is colour-coordinated for the higher-end models, adding to a cleaner, simpler look.
Audi has just unveiled the interior of its highly-anticipated 2025 Q6 e-tron, following a sneak peek at the model’s exterior design back in July during a thrilling prototype first drive event. This significant milestone marks a crucial moment in Audi’s electric vehicle (EV) journey, and there are compelling reasons why the Q6 e-tron has been generating so much buzz.
First and foremost, the Q6 e-tron occupies a pivotal position in Audi’s EV lineup. It falls within the size category similar to the popular Q5, neatly positioned between the Q4 e-tron and the Q8 e-tron. This strategic placement is an auspicious sign for the model’s potential success, given the Q5’s popularity among consumers.
However, what truly sets the Q6 e-tron apart is its groundbreaking technology underpinnings. This EV marks Audi’s maiden voyage into the realm of the Premium Platform Electric (PPE), a platform co-developed in collaboration with Porsche. The PPE platform is renowned for its ability to provide a solid foundation for a range of electric vehicles, promising not only thrilling performance but also an impressive electric range. Furthermore, the Q6 e-tron boasts Audi’s new E3 electronics architecture, which is set to revolutionise the in-car technology experience.
The Audi Recognition Plan was introduced today by PHS Automotive Malaysia (PHSAM) in an effort to encourage the parallel import of Audi automobiles.
Audi Plus, Audi Insurance Plan, Audi Repair Package, and Beyond Economic Repair Assist, which include authentic parts, maintenance, repair, and service for a better customer experience while assuring continuous top-tier performance and safety, are benefits that assist Audi owners under the plan.
