For the fifth time in a row, a jury of 64 leading motoring journalists from over 30 countries has voted the 2.0-liter FSI the “International Engine of the Year” in the 1.8 to 2.0-liter category.

“A blend of performance and efficiency. An example to all engine manufacturers”, concluded the jury. It was particularly impressed by the way the Audi-developed engine combines pulling power, economy and excellent handling.

The latest version of the two-liter TFSI engine available in India in the Audi A4 and new Audi Q5 is equipped with the Audi valvelift system that regulates the valve lift in two stages. It acts on the turbo engine’s exhaust valves. Together  with the intake camshaft that can be adjusted through 60 degrees, it improves the charge cycle and boosts pulling power.

The driver experiences the Audi valvelift system as a technology designed to enhance driving fun – it guarantees a spontaneous, dynamic torque buildup all the way up from rock-bottom revs. This characteristic means the engine  encourages the driver to shift up sooner, promoting lower revving and therefore a more economical driving style.

The 2.0 TFSI is available in two categories in India: 132 kW (180 hp) for the Audi A4 and 155 kW (211 hp) for the new Audi Q5.

Audi was the first manufacturer in the world to combine gasoline direct injection with turbocharging in volume production.

The success story of the 2.0 TFSI started in summer 2004, when it made its debut in the Audi A3 Sportback. Over the  subsequent five years it was not only crowned “International Engine of the Year” on five occasions, but also the engine  of choice for over 1.3 million customers.

The Audi A4 and the Audi Q5 are available along with the entire Audi model range comprising the Audi A8, the Audi A6, the Audi Q7, the Audi TT and the super sports car Audi R8 at 11 dealerships across the country.

Courtesy: Audi India

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Audi A4
Audi A8
Audi A6
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Posted by Naresh Koshti on 19 June, 2009 3:35:56 PM IST #