The Audi Cross Cabriolet Quattro Concept
Audi’s Cross Cabriolet Quattro concept possesses some clues on how the Q5 will look like. The Q5 is supposed to be released next year and the latest Quattro concept is a good basis on how the Q5 will be like. The Cross Cabriolet Quattro was unveiled at the Los Angeles auto show. It is a concept two-door vehicle that has four seats. It makes use of the sport-ute and as the name implies, it has a convertible body.
It boasts of a six-cylinder turbodiesel engine that has 240 horsepower. The said engine is believed to be a revised version of Audi’s 3.0 liter turbodiesel six that comes with ultra-low emission system for it makes use of urea after treatment. The ultra-low emission system is able to meet the European standards set for 2014. The Cross Cabriolet Quattro’s engine is teamed with a Tiptronic eight-speed automatic. According to the auto manufacturer, it has the capacity to run for 0-60 mph time of less than 7.2 seconds. Now that’s really something.
It features an all-wheel-drive system that can distribute torque to the wheels for a 40/60 front and rear split. When put on a great need, the system can send around 65 percent of the total available torque to the front wheels. It can also deliver up to 85 percent to the rears if the need calls for it. Apart from the engine, the 2007 Audi Cross Cabriolet Quattro concept speaks of adjustable Audi shocks that one can avail of at Edelbrock shocks.
The Cross’ body concept was inspired by the new A4/A5 architecture. It has a lid that can fold in a Z-shape for a more compact top stack. It is painted with Copper Sunset paint and makes use of A-pillars as well as pop-up rollover bars to keep its passengers safe when on a car crash. It has LED headlamps as well as daytime running lights. Its wheels are that of 21 inches that completes the SUV stance of this concept.
As for the vehicle’s cargo, the Cross Cabriolet’s SUV is geared with a rear glass that is hinged to the folding top. One can fold it out of the way in order to have a better access of the vehicle’s cargo. It also features heated and cooled cup holders, Bang & Olufsen audio, Google Earth software for easier navigation, and intercoms.