Audi: Double awards for best engines 2006!

Our sister blog "The German Car Blog" is reporting that Audi has been double-awarded for the best engines in 2006.
And do you know a better car gadget than a great engine?

Two important engineering developments are front and center for several engines on this year’s list: direct-injection gasoline (DIG) technology and forced induction. These systems allow engineers to develop engines that generate startling power yet return acceptable fuel economy.

DIG technology is emerging as one of the powertrain sector’s most promising new developments. Injecting fuel directly into each of the engine’s cylinders produces outstanding performance and emissions improvements for new-generation diesels. Engineers now are using the technology for gasoline engines to generate improved low- and mid-range torque and in many cases to conserve fuel.

DIG systems are featured on three of this year’s 10 Best Engines winners.

The technology is widespread throughout Audi AG’s engine lineup, and buyers of the entry-level A3 have access to this year’s winning 2L FSI DOHC I-4.

The FSI system (an acronym for “Fuel Straight Injection”), combined with a sophisticated variable-geometry turbocharger, helps Audi’s diminutive 2L powerhouse produce 100 hp per liter – an industry benchmark for performance.

Superb V-8 performance also is at the heart of two returning 10 Best Engines winners.

Audi enjoys its second 10 Best Engines winner for 2006 with its stellar 4.2L DOHC V-8. Racking up its third consecutive award, the Audi V-8 once again impressed Ward’s testers with its remarkable blend of performance and refinement.

At 81 hp per liter, the Audi 4.2L V-8 remains at the forefront of the class of “premium” V-8s.

Foursprung, Audi

Source: The German Car Blog

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