2010 Audi A9 Concept Design by Daniel Garcia Banos

The Audi A9 concept would be positioned higher than Audi’s current flagship model, the A8, and is aimed at other top-end luxury saloons like the Porsche Panamera, and if it went to production, the Lamborghini Estoque.

The styling of the Audi A9 concept was partially inspired by the stunning architectural style of Santiago Calatrava’s buildings in “La Ciudad de las Artes y de las Ciencias” (The City of Arts and Sciences) in my own hometown of Valencia. This influence can be seen in the clean flowing lines of the vehicle and futuristic styling features. Calatrava’s buildings look like they come from 100 years in the future, and so does this.

The single-piece windscreen and roof is formed from an as-yet undiscovered nanotechnology material which features an automatic-system for repairing damage, and it can also be adjusted for color and opacity. The bodywork of the Audi A9 concept also features a unique ‘electronic painting’ system which means the vehicle’s color can be changed at the touch of a button.
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2011 Audi TTS Coupe

The Audi TTS, both in Coupé and Roadster body styles, combines enthralling sportiness with cultivated comfort. Its two-liter TFSI with the large turbocharger and numerous additional modifications pumps out 200 kW (272 hp) and 350 Nm (258.15 lb-ft) of torque, the latter from 2,500 to 5,000 rpm. With the optional six-speed S tronic, the Audi TTS Coupé sprints from zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in 5.2 seconds and accelerates all the way to an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155.34 mph). The Coupé with the S tronic consumes an average of only 7.7 liters of fuel per 100 km (30.55 US mpg).

The Audi TT Coupé and the TT Roadster are true sports cars in a compact format. This also applies to their road characteristics. They respond to steering input precisely and spontaneously; they take all types of corners at high speed and with little body movement. Their handling is precise, stable and safe. The car announces the approach of its generous limit with slight understeer.
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2011 Audi Q3 – small and sporty SUV

A small SUV and sporty, the Audi Q3 will join the family consisting of the Audi Q5 and the Audi Q7. Yet another compact vehicle in a new model range is thus set to join the A1 in 2011. The Q3 will further expand the Q family. A coupé-like five-door SUV with seat positions, wheel size, and ground clearance characteristic of a typical SUV, the Audi Q3 will stand out thanks to a supremely sporty driving experience. The Q3 will blend a compact car’s design and driving dynamics with an SUV’s spaciousness and versatility. True to Audi tradition, innovative technical solutions will blaze new trails in efficiency, driving pleasure, and comfort. The market launch of the Q3 is scheduled for 2011. No technical details have been released yet.