Audi Wins Engine of the Year Award

The jury intimated that that the striking four-cylinder unit is the dominant engine in its class, giving the verdict that it is "not only incredibly versatile and clever, but also remarkably powerful." The 2.0 TFSI offers vigorous pulling power that is mated to daily riding suitability. The jury also observed that the automaker has showcased excellent development in the 1.8-litre to 2.0-litre segment this year.The 2.0 TFSI unit was primarily fitted in the Audi A3 Sportback. Now, it is also featured in the A4 and A6 model lines as well as in many other Volkswagen Group models. A second A6 Le Mans Edition model, that comes equipped with the 2.7-litre common rail piezo injection TDI engine with 180PS, is now available in addition to the 3.0-litre TDI version launched in the previous year. Priced from £30,500 OTR, the new A6 2.7 TDI Le Mans Edition can be ordered in both Avant and Saloon body styles and with either a quattro four-wheel-drive or a front-wheel-drive. The new addition commemorates the Audi R10 TDI's highly successful Le Mans racing career.This Audi engine is available in output versions ranging from 170 to 265 base horsepower, from the outstandingly fuel-efficient A4 2.0 TFSI engine to the predominantly sporty Audi S3.
The two A6 Le Mans TDI specials commemorate the Vorsprung Durch Technik brand's diversification into diesel power in last year's arduous 24 Hours of Le Mans marathon race, which was crowned by the Audi R10 TDI sports prototype's victory on its maiden Le Mans outing. The R10 TDI will hit the race track once again on June 16th and 17th at Le Mans 2007.