#2021 Audi Q3 Changes

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what's been happening in the world of motorsports lately?

a summary of all news, updates and rumours we got over the last few days because f1 never sleeps, not even during the summer break

Oliver Oakes becomes the new team principal of Alpine (he is also the boss of Hitech team in F2 and F3)

RBR’s sporting director Jonathan Wheatley leaves Red Bull to become a new team principal of Audi after his gardening leave to partner Binotto who was appointed a few days ago

Andrea Stella extended his McLaren contract

like previously mentioned, Frederic Vasseur said that Ferrari’s new technical structure will be announced after the summer break but we already found out Diego Tondi has been promoted to the head of aerodynamics and different journals speculate about others (namely Mike Elliot from Mercedes who should be free for 2025 after his gardening leave and could come with Lewis and Loic Serra, and Frank Sancez that used to be in Sauber and might work on the aerodynamic team under Tondi)

Prema won the F3 Championship

F1Planet believes that based on the link between Oliver Oakes and Nikita Mazepin’s family, he could join Alpine

did I also say that apparently there are negotiations behind the scenes for Onlyfans to replace BWT as their sponsor (they are a joke, but can these reports please stop????)

Ferrari promised to continue a series of smaller upgrades to fix their new porpoising issues, McLaren will also continue their development to get even faster than Red Bull as their main goal this year is the championship(s)

FIA updated the regulations and added/changed some things, namely (very simplified) part about brakes not able to be asymmetrical to help rotation of the car and a part about stopping a car on the track not being able to continue the session (to avoid situations like when Carlos crashed in quali, caused a red flag and his car got to the boxes so fast they could repair it and he could continue in Q3)

Toto once again said that Kimi Antonelli is their first option for 2025 and there are some reports that he will be announced once he turns 18 (so as soon as Monza)

Charles was the face of newest issue of Gentleman’s Journal, Lewis came to support his bestie at Olympics, Max’s new docu series on Viaplay came out (or a part of it anyway), Sweet Corn was hanging out with daddy Guanyu and both Daniel and Lando dropped their new merch

a few journals claim that Jack Doohan is really close to signing to Alpine, if it’s not just the question of announcing it officially

the options for Audi’s second seat might include Gabriel Bortoleto (who won F3 championship and stepped up into F2)

there are rumours about GP (Max’s engineer) stepping up into Wheatley’s role that will now be vacant, because Red Bull wants to take from their own people instead of hiring the outsider workers

personal note because another episode of Charles’ Peroni campaign came out: Peroni 0.00% Nastro Azzurro lately dropped in Slovakia with Števo Eisele, Ferrari showcar (made of 2021 replica car and current livery with all its sponsors – picture below) and Charles’ race suit and Carlos’ helmet and it was so nice (they had alcohol free beer and tiramisu and pizza and cocktails for free)

Canadian GP promoter stepped down after 30 years

there are reports about Newey signing with AM (as per Autosport Official) as they are aiming to sign max as well in 2026 although there has been speculation that he is going to Ferrari because of a recent post on social media from his partner where he wears red and his manager Eddie Jordan saying not to take Ferrari out of question because he wants a challenge and that leaves mclaren out of the contention as they are already on a positive curve with development (wait whoops forgot to mention: the rumoured contract is 100m)

James Vowles spoke more about Carlos and how signing him was more like “dating” and how the whole factory cheered when he told them Carlos will join them, he also denied any clauses that has been speculated in the media and said that Carlos is in top 4 or maybe the second-best driver on the grid

Paul Aron mentioned that this is probably his only F2 season because he would need more funds for another one or an F1 team’s backing

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The ten most popular used car purchases in 2021

According to SMMT data, these vehicles changed ownership more than the majority last year. Have you purchased any?

1 - Ford Fiesta

Transactions - 326,436

The Fiesta may have lost its position atop the new vehicle sales charts in 2021, but it still ruled the used car market. The statistics from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) does not distinguish between generations, although we're not sure how many Mk1s are currently being sold many business listings.

2 - Vauxhall Corsa

Transactions - 262,448

Yes, in 2021, the UK's favourite new automobile was also our second-favourite used car. That's a lot of individuals interested in buying second-hand Corsas.

3 - Ford Focus

Transactions - 251,265

Isn't it interesting that the classic hatchback continues to dominate the used vehicle market? Last year, almost a quarter of a million Britons purchased a used Focus business listing.

4 - Volkswagen Golf

Transactions - 247,919

The Golf has been there in various versions since 1974, so it's no wonder that it's at the top of the list. We are curious how many of these were Mk7.5 Golf RS that had been previously financed.

5 - Vauxhall Astra

Transactions - 200,911

After the Fiesta and Focus, the Astra is now available to go with the Corsa. Vauxhalls are still popular in the United Kingdom. We say reinstate the Monaro VXR free listing.

6 - BMW 3 Series

Transactions - 175,190

The 3 Series, the only saloon to make the Top 10, maintains its appeal on our lands.

7 - Mini Hatch

Transactions - 167,828

The BMW-era Mini continues to sell well, with over 167,000 units sold in 2021. Anyone want to take a guess at how many were Mini Electrics?

8 - Volkswagen Polo

Transactions - 147,372

In 2021, about 150,000 VW polos were sold as used vehicles, with 145,000 of those purchased by persons who had recently passed their driving test.

*This is categorically not true.

9 - Audi A3

Transactions - 122,856

When it comes to used cars, forget about the Q2, Q3, Q5, and Q987; Brits still prefer Audi's spruced-up VW Golf.

10 - BMW 1 Series

Transactions - 122,840

The BMW 1 Series also makes the list, proving that individuals adore hatchbacks in our country. Let's hope manufacturers pay attention...

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2021 Audi Q3 Redesign, Specs, Review, and Release Date

2021 Audi Q3 Redesign, Specs, Review, and Release Date. Audi Q3 is a small and impressive family SUV that is highly rated in the compact crossover segment. Audi manufacturer is currently testing its brand-new 2021 Audi Q3 SUV that will bring some improvements. According to the latest report, this model will hit the dealerships sometime in 2020.

The new Audi Q3 offers slightly different exterior…

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2021 Audi Q3 Price, Dimensions, Towing Capacity, and Release Date

2021 Audi Q3 Price, Dimensions, Towing Capacity, and Release��Date

2021 Audi Q3 Price, Dimensions, Towing Capacity, and Release Date. Audi Q3 is a stylish subcompact SUV that provides impressive design and a spacious cabin. Thanks to that, this model is very highly rated in the compact crossover segment. The new 2021 Audi Q3 is spied testing and according to the latest images, the upcoming model will bring some drastic improvements.

The new Audi Q3 offers a…

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2021 Audi Q3 Redesign, Specs, USA, and Sportback

2021 Audi Q3 Redesign, Specs, USA, and Sportback

2021 Audi Q3 Redesign, Specs, USA, and Sportback. The original model of this subcompact crossover was in production for a pretty long time, so it wasn’t quite competitive in the past few years. Things are now completely different, as the second-generation model was presented last summer. For this redesign, the company prepared a lot of novelties. Normally, that would mean not many novelties for…

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2021 Audi Q3 Redesign, Release Date, Prices, and Powertrain

2021 Audi Q3 Redesign, Release Date, Prices, and Powertrain

2021 Audi Q3 Redesign, Release Date, Prices, and Powertrain. The original model of this subcompact crossover was in production for a pretty long time, so it wasn’t quite competitive in the past few years. Things are now completely different, as the second-generation model was presented last summer. For this redesign, the company prepared a lot of novelties. Normally, that would mean not many…

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2021 Audi Q3 Redesign, Release Date, USA, Prices

2021 Audi Q3 Redesign, Release Date, USA, Prices

2021 Audi Q3 Redesign, Release Date, USA, Prices. We are getting ready to see the second generation of this small crossover, which should arrive later in the year, as the 2021 Audi Q3. At this point, most of the characteristics of the new model are known pretty well. The new model has been presented already last summer, but the North American version will have to wait for some time more. This…

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2021 Audi Q3 Price, Specs, MPG and Changes Review

2021 Audi Q3 Price, Specs, MPG and Changes Review

2021 Audi Q3 Price, Specs, MPG and Changes Review – The Audi Q3 is the brand’s smallest and most affordable crossover SUV in the lineup which in comparison to its most difficult rivals, supplies a lot more comfort and ease and a lot more luxurious cabin, but it is less fuel cost-effective. It is enjoyable to drive and as a result of its dimensions, it is simple to recreation area and maneuver.

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Tesla manufactured 241300 electric vehicles in Q3 of 2021 and Crude oil prices by end of 2023 may tumble below 65 USD per barrel.

Most of the cars in Europe, USA, UK, China will be turned into electric cars.

Even companies like Toyota, Chevrolet, Honda, Hyundai, Nissan, Ford, Tata Motors, Kia Motors, Audi started producing electric vehicles but not at the velocity of Tesla.

Most of the police departments may go for Tesla vehicles as they are highly secured.

In the long term crude oil demand reduces drastically. Even globally climate change related initiatives also result in reduction of use of petrol and diesel vehicles. So we assume by end of 2023, demand for crude oil will reduce drastically due to increase of electric vehicles.

Actually crude oil may tumble much below the 65 USD per barrel.

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Un vrai flouté. camping club d, Arcachon 5 allée de la galaxie 33120 Arcachon RECIDIVE.semaine du Dimanche 04-08-2013 au Dimanche 11-08-2013 -1 arceau de tente brisé, harcèlement verbale, un véhicule stationné devant un emplacement tente occupé. En 2012 camping Azurera oléron ,20 rue de la giraudiére,17320 Grand village plage- semaine du Dimanche 05-07-2012 au dimanche12-07-20121 arceau de tente cassé, disparition de mon bodyboard jaune (dos tourné, pendant le tri des déchets, à la sortie de la plage) perte d'une montre Casio, dans une vague. Une grosse branche s'écrase au sol à quelques mètres de Dominique. Que c'est t-il passé dans le camping de Vendays-Montalivet du Samedi 9--07-2016 au Samedi 16-07-2016 ? Pour mémoire camping du littoral,1 allée de Sauviels 33680 Lacanau Mardi 28-08-2018 après le footing (11.45 H)  des tirs 10 rue armand mollard ,lacanau Océan. sur le parking ,uniquement trois véhicules de la sentinelle.Une grosse branche de pin s'écrase avec fracas à quelques mètres de Dominique de parigny (86) qui reprend son véhicule. Dans la nuit du mercredi 29-08-2018 certaines sardines de la tente ne sont plus actives. Il est 2.20 H,des murmures UN DIALOGUE entre trois nouvelles voisines, arrivaient ce. jour.I et des inconnus. Sortez de vos tentes, Les jeunes femmes-c, est quoi tout ce monde, je vais appeler. Réponse , inconnus- Qui?,,il est tout seul-  si il sort et que je le vois je le plante. Les jeunes femmes- C'est vous !!! les uniformes bleus et ses pauvres types qui le font chier!!!!Nous avons pour mission de surveiller sa tente !réponse des inconnus(en uniformes bleus avec des pauvres types) vous gardez ça pour vous. Allez à l'hôtel vous serez prise, en charge. Les inconnus font certainement allusion au bungalow, du camping, du jardin du littoral, à Lacanau dans lesquels résident des renforts en d'uniformes bleus, pour la saison estivale 2018.Un harcèlement verbale -je ne le vois plus-, fait entrée un chat(noir) sous la tente. Probablement une nouvelle version de l,humiliation,qui consiste à faire croire à Dominique de Parigny dans la vienne (86) que le chat est équipé d'une caméra ,ou qu'il est doté de pouvoir exceptionnels. Pour Dominique l'explication désignerait d'avantage l'usage d'une caméra thermique ou une petite caméra située à l'extrémité,d,une fibre articulée, permettant de localiser sa position dans la tente.Du matériel de l'armée et assimiler.-Il est là-, dans la cuisine (position centrale de la tente, précédemment Dominique était dans sa chambre ,c,est le deuxième passage du chat noir qui explore la tente  furtivement.......(il est à qui se chat noir ?) Au matin des corbeaux particulièrement bruyants annonce le départ contrains de Dominique de parigny (86)........ Le lendemain vers (9 H)une des trois voisines interroge Dominique sur son désir de replanter sa toile de tente- Dans la catégorie de l'exploitation de l'humiliation dans le domaine estivale,Dominique de parigny,(86) atteint les sommets.Notamment avec les tirs audibles sur le petit parking excentré de lacanau ocean au 10 rue armand mollard le 28-08-2018 vers( (11H15)) (12H30).sur le parking uniquement trois véhicules de la sentinelle et une grosse branche de pin, située au sol.Les vacances en 2018 c,est pas simple........La question qui se pose aujourd'hui est la suivante-Est-il nécessaire de se présenter au camping avec un bataillon de AMX 30 un détachement de la royale Navy et quelques commandos parachutistes venus renforcer l'emplacement de camping,d,un surfeur. Mon général dirait Non!!!!,et le votre?  (ça dépend de l'ambiance de l'entourage).......Semaine  du samedi 09-07-2016 au samedi 16-09-2016 camping les peupliers 17 route de Sarnac 33930 Vendays Montalivet. L'accueil est positif, avec un emplacement ,sur une surface désertique, à cet endroit du camping, à proximité d'un bungalow. Dominique de Parigny(86)  refuse, pour éviter une récidive- du désordre nocturne qui se déroula dans le camping des pins,allée des pins 17370 Le grand village plage en 2006,des caravaniers un peux violents, avec intervention des forces de l,ordre-.Il occupera un nouvel emplacement moins isolé. Quelques jours après son arrivée, à Vendays-Montalivet, dans la nuit, un individu,français,30-40 ans, cheveux courts tente une intrusion, dans la tente de Dominique. Il sera entraver dans son action par le bruit des tapis.L,option choisie fut de ramper sous les tapis pour éviter le bruit du glissement du corps.En réalité l'objectif fut atteint car il désignait l'instauration d,un climat d'insécurité. Une attention particulière pour ternir l'ambiance estivale de Dominique.A proximité de la tente pas grand chose peut être un corse un peux boudeur du regard. Un brun  cheveux mi-long et un autre avec des cheveux courts...... Mais pourquoi ces personnes montreraient de l'hostilité envers un touriste inconnu?....Peut être qu'ils agissent pour le compte d,un tiers et qu'ils utilisent ce motif pour craner à proximité de la tente de Dominique qui est de nature luxueuse, avec ses, six places, notamment en faisant une courte intrusion dans la cuisine. Et toi ,quand tu-ressens de l'ennui, éprouve tu le besoin de provoquer ton voisin ? Si oui prend une consultation avec ton ziguepsyzaguechiatre.Un confort altéré au camping de la corsive 47 route de la corsive 85550 La barre de mont  semaine écourtée du samedi 11-07-2018 au vendredi 17-07-2018....... Plus détails sur face-boock------- INTERMEDE--------- Dimanche 19-09-2021 vers 9.H c'est la CHASSE sur fond de CRISE,à parigny (86) un chasseur embusquait à une cinquantaine de mètres, manifeste sa présence. Des tirs en l'air sans sifflement dans les oreilles à l'instant ou Dominique entre dans son garage........Il est ou ? pour tenter de localiser le chasseur Dominique de parigny’86) adopte la stratégie de l'irritation. Il simule un tir de roquette avec une bouteille d'eau en direction d'un bosquet. Pas de réponse. Il tamponne son fessier avec ses runnings.Pas de réponse. Il agite une bouteille d,eau,discrétement au coin de son garage.une réponse plusieurs tirs en l'air. Il réçidive la technique avec une bouteille de Monsieur propre. Une réponse des tirs en l,air.Le chasseur sort du bosquet.Un doute.Un véritable chasseur aurait continuer normalement sa route,sans se préoccuper de la pitrerie de Dominique.Un binochon et une nouvelle simulation de tir de roquettes.Une réponse une immobilisation du chasseur. Dominique ouvre son coffre et sort un triangle de sécurité. Il vérifie le parallélisme de celui, et il adopte également un pas cadencé, le triangle sur l'épaule.Une réponse.Le chasseur fait un 180 degrés ,avec un pas cadencé, en direction de Jaunay -marigny environs dix,quinze métres.Dominique est attaqué par un bourdon probablement vieillissant,il esquisse en faisant une roulade au sol. Le chasseur s'inquiète et anticipe un tir,en direction de Jaunay-Marigny.Pas cadencé pour le chasseur et Dominique avec un nouveau 180 degrés, une dizaine de mètres. A cet instant du déroulement de l'événement qui dura environs deux minutes, la mascarade du chasseur c,est dissipée.Il  change de direction et se dirige vers Dominique qui est sur la partie latérale du garage. Noir dans la salle..Quelques pas et il se dirige maintenant vers dissay,puis tente de regagner la route des lissaces.Dominique est sur le point de prendre la direction de Dissay avec son véhicule.L,attitude du chasseur n'est pas conventionnelle car il adopte un pas cadencé,avec un empattement important, identique à celui des sportifs avec une variante le fusil sur l,épaule. Il est irritable devant les pitreries de Dominique, de plus son fusil est plus long que les autres.la cinquantaine bien tassée,cheveux noirs cours, soignés avec un peux de volume .Pas d,appareil photo.simplement deux véhicules stationnées,plus loin environs 800 métres en direction de Dissay vers l'île pour les enfants Un Berlingo BL  5-3 XF  (86)  ------Une audi noire Q3  TDI- DM 8-2 BD (86) à l'horizon aucun chasseur. Rien ne prouve que l,un des véhicules appartiennent au( chasseur) agressif ou que ces deux véhicules furent placer volontairement sur la route de Dominique,qui fréquente cette portion de route le Dimanche matin pour alimenter la confusion au lendemain de ses remarques sur la dégradation du matériel de campings et de l'ambiance estivale.Auriez -vous quelques faits à dissimuler que la morale réprime ?- 

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New KW Height Adjustable Spring Kits for Audi, Volkswagen, and McLaren

KW Suspensions has just announced its new Height Adjustable Spring Kits for select Audi, McLaren, and Volkswagen models. Now you can achieve good looks, an aggressive stance, and advanced steering behavior all in one complete package. Providing more driving dynamics in OEM quality, the KW chrome-silicon steel lowering springs, matching elastomers, and dust protection systems are used in this vehicle-specific solution, so you can experience full control of your vehicle’s enhanced looks and performance. 

KW height adjustable springs kits are a great alternative to conventional springs on the market. With this system, you don’t have to be satisfied with a fixed lowering as you can adjust the height with the KW height adjuster even after the kit has been installed. This package is ideal for drivers who want to lower their car but still have the freedom and advantage of an individual adjustment range. Not only will your Audi, Volkswagen, or McLaren gain a bolder aesthetic with this KW kit, but it will also get improved steering behavior and a more agile response of the standard dampers. All driver assistance systems and comfort features of an adaptive series suspension remain with KW’s vehicle-specific developed spring setup.

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No more 30-30 or 40-40: With conventional lowering springs, you have to decide on the lowering right from the beginning. This is not the case, however, with the KW height adjustable spring kits. Depending on the vehicle-specific application, you can change the vehicle’s lowering within the adjustment range with the threaded spring perch when the springs are already installed. You will not have any difficulties adjusting the lowering when changing your wheel/tire combination either.

OEM Quality: KW uses high-quality springs made of chrome-silicon steel with vehicle-specific spring rates adjusted to the respective standard suspension dampers and wheel loads. At the development of the respective spring kits, KW Suspensions considered that the spring rates will perfectly harmonize with the different damper characteristics of your adaptive series suspension. With their high-quality (surface) finish as well as the KW height adjuster, these spring kits always include vehicle-specific bump stops with a dust protection system to guard your standard suspension against tear and wear caused by spray and salt.

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Individual height adjustment of the standard suspension kit

Adaptive damper control remains active

Achieve a continuous ride height adjustment

Allows for customized suspension lowering

Creates a sporty and harmonious driving behavior

Springs are made of high-quality chrome-silicon steel

Improved looks with better steering behavior

Comes with vehicle-specific spring rates

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2021 Audi Q5 review: The popular kid

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2021 Audi Q5 review: The popular kid

The Q5’s exterior styling was mildly tweaked for 2021.

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The Audi Q5 is popular, like really popular. Audi moved more than 50,000 of them in the US last year, enough to make the Q5 the brand’s best-selling product. In fact, Audi delivered nearly twice as many Q5s as it did Q3s, its next most-popular model. You can blame today’s SUV-obsessed motorists for this lopsided showroom performance, but that’s only part of the story, because from refinement and features to luxury and performance there’s plenty to like about the 2021 Audi Q5.

Like

Refined and potent powertrain

Excellent infotainment system

Superb refinement

Don’t Like

Middling leather quality

Lethargic transmission

Tight backseat

This crossover’s looks have been refined for 2021, though the changes are subtle. The prominent Singleframe grille is slightly broader than before and its outer trim is slimmer. Flanking that conspicuous opening are standard LED headlamps. The Q5’s sills have been reworked and it has a new rear diffuser insert and accent strip on the hatch. Improved as it might be, it’s still debatable whether the Q5 is more attractive than the BMW X3, Lincoln Corsair or Volvo XC60, three of its primary rivals.

Tug on one of the Q5’s exterior door handles and you’re greeted with a very nice interior. The dashboard’s layout is attractive and functional, angled slightly toward the driver so nearly everything is within easy reach. Aside from its leather seating surfaces, which neither look good nor feel nice, the Q5’s material quality is generally excellent, with plenty of attractively grained soft plastics. Still, in this example, a little contrast would be nice. Dark-brown, open-pore wood accents on the black dashboard and door panels look a little dour. Like in other Audis, the Q5’s various switches and knobs feel great, with all the buttons making the same pronounced clicking sound when pressed.

Front and center on the dashboard is a new 10.1-inch screen, home to Audi’s MIB 3 infotainment system. Extremely responsive and easy to use, this is one of the better multimedia arrays on the market today. For added convenience, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, with the former smartphone-mirroring system able to connect wirelessly to the Q5. If you’re rocking a Google-powered phone make sure to bring a cable. One nifty available feature is Audi Virtual Cockpit Plus, which puts a vibrant 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster right in front of the driver. This setup offers a lot of functionality yet is still exceedingly easy to use.

Enhancing the Q5’s safety, this SUV comes standard with blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning, parking sensors at both ends and even rear cross-traffic alert, which can be a godsend in crowded parking lots. My tester is also fitted with a crisp 360-degree camera system and adaptive cruise control, both of which work well. Other goodies included in the $4,800 Premium Plus package are a panoramic sunroof, auto-dimming mirrors and lane-keeping assist; that last feature is mostly effective, though sometimes it does get confused when one lane splits into two. Audiophiles are sure to appreciate the available 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen sound system, which delivers great audio quality for just $950. 

While not quite a masterpiece, the Audi Q5’s interior is still superb.

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The Q5’s front seats are broad and firm, and far more comfortable than they look. Unfortunately, the back bench’s 38 inches of legroom is merely OK, being a bit of a squeeze for 6-footers. The X3 and Corsair both have a slight advantage in this area. But no matter your height, the Q5’s relatively narrow rear doors can make ingress and egress a bit of challenge.

In the cargo hold, Q5s fitted with a sunroof offer 25.6 cubic feet of storage space. Fold the backrests down and that figure grows to 53.5 cubes. Again, both the X3 and Corsair have an edge, though there’s still plenty of luggage space in this Audi.

Q5 45 TFSI models are powered by a 2.0-liter turbo-four. Smoother than buttercream frosting and quieter than a child that’s up to no good, this refined engine delivers a potent 261 horsepower (an increase of 13 for 2021) along with 273 pound-feet of torque. The engine also gains a 12-volt mild-hybrid system, which is used to smooth out start-stop events, and indeed they’re nearly imperceptible. That hybrid hardware does not, however, do anything to improve performance. Rounding out this utility vehicle’s under-hood bits is a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and Quattro all-wheel drive with Ultra technology, which engages the rear axle when extra traction is needed and leaves it disconnected in normal conditions for enhanced fuel economy.

This Audi’s engine is silky-smooth and nearly silent. 

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Speaking of efficiency, the standard Q5 stickers at 23 miles per gallon around town and 28 mpg on the highway when burning premium fuel, which is what’s recommended. Combined, it’s rated at 25 mpg, a dead-accurate estimate; in mixed use I managed to average 25.5 mpg according to the trip computer.

Economy be damned, if you bury the accelerator this Audi’s drivetrain is saucy enough to get you to 60 mph in 5.7 seconds. Acceleration is strong thanks to abundant midrange torque, the dual-clutch gearbox shifting promptly and smoothly. If only it were more responsive at low speeds. Off the line, this transmission is annoyingly lethargic, behaving almost like it’s not reacting to throttle inputs. This sluggishness makes the Q5 feel slow and unresponsive until it’s moving at double-digit speeds, at which point it’s quite enjoyable. Switching to Dynamic mode improves things a bit, but unfortunately, doesn’t completely rectify the problem. If you want even greater performance than this version offers, the plug-in hybrid Q5 and SQ5 models are also available.

Despite rolling on optional 20-inch, five-spoke wheels, this Q5’s ride is surprisingly supple. Only the biggest impacts transmit any harshness to the passenger compartment. Even though its ride is smooth, the vehicle’s body remains well controlled while cornering, not that it’s a canyon-carver. Typical for an Audi, the Q5’s steering is featherlight at parking-lot speeds, which makes it a snap to maneuver around pedestrians or shopping buggies pedestrians were too lazy to stow in a cart corral. The wheel’s weight increases nicely at higher velocities for enhanced stability.

There’s plenty to like about the 2021 Audi Q5.

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Underway, the Q5’s cabin remains incredibly refined, with almost no discernible wind or road noise breaching its NVH defenses. The way it carries itself at speed is equally impressive. It feels like you’re doing about 55 mph when the speedometer needle is pointing at 80 mph. On more than a few occasions I’ve had to dial things back because I was inadvertently driving significantly faster than the posted limit.

Another thing that’s significant is the Q5’s price — significantly less than you might expect, that is. This vehicle kicks off at an exceedingly reasonable $44,395, a figure that includes requisite destination charges, which come to $1,095. The Premium Plus model shown here with optional navigation, the upgraded sound system, 20-inch wheels and a couple other extras buzzes the cash register for $53,040, an entirely fair price.

Aside from some iffy leather inside and the transmission’s regrettable low-speed performance, the 2021 Audi Q5 is a worthwhile luxury SUV, one you should consider if you’re shopping for a vehicle in this segment. After my time in this one, it’s easy to see why the Q5 is the four-ring brand’s bestselling model.

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2021 Audi Q3 Redesign, Release Date, Price, and Specs

2021 Audi Q3 Redesign, Release Date, Price, and Specs

2021 Audi Q3 Redesign, Release Date, Price, and Specs.The Audi manufacturer is currently testing its brand-new mid-size SUV which will hit the dealerships as the 2021 Audi Q3 The new Audi will also be available in high-performance Audi SQ3 and Audi RS Q3 versions which will also get a slightly different exterior styling compared to the standard model. This time we will also notice upgraded…

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2021 Volkswagen Jetta Brings Updates to GLI and More

The Volkswagen Jetta was redesigned for the 2019 model year, and carried over mostly unchanged for 2020. The same is largely true for the 2021 model year of this midsize sedan, although a notable update is a new infotainment system in higher trim levels.

2021 Volkswagen Jetta: What’s New?

What remains the same is the Jetta’s handsome, if not eye-catching, design. The sharp crease just below the belt line adds some character to the flanks, but the ho-hum front end seems designed more to avoid giving offense than it is to inspire. What’s more interesting about the Jetta is that it rides on the well-loved MQB platform—shared with everything from VW’s Golf, GTI, and Atlas to Audi’s A3 and Q3— and also provides owners with more room inside than the last-generation model.

And there’s still no word about the rumored Jetta R, although you can be sure we’ll be the first to tell you about it should it happen.

2021 Volkswagen Jetta Trim Levels and Equipment

The regular 2021 Jetta comes in five trim levels: S, SE, R-Line, SEL, and SEL Premium. The Jetta GLI, the sportiest version, comes in two trims: S and Autobahn.

2021 Volkswagen Jetta Infotainment and Technology

Arguably the biggest change for 2021 is the inclusion of the new MIB3 infotainment system on the top two trim levels: SEL and SEL Premium. The other trim levels make do with the carryover MIB II system, a touchscreen setup. Previously, for 2020, the Jetta featured a 6.5-inch screen in S, SE, and R-Line models, while the SEL and SEL Premium use an 8.0-inch screen. The SEL Premium also offers the Discover Media functionality with 2.5D navigation.

For the Jetta GLI, only the Autobahn gets the upgraded MIB3 infotainment system.

2021 Volkswagen Jetta Interior Features

For 2021, there is little to note beyond what we’ve already said about the 2019 and 2020 models. The interior remains the same, which is mostly a good thing, considering the available Volkswagen version of Audi’s excellent Virtual Cockpit system, smartphone integration options, and subdued yet sporty design. The SE, SEL, and SEL Premium trims offer standard contrasting stitching on the wheel and shifter, and the SE and SEL trims also get six-way power adjustment on the driver’s seats.

2021 Volkswagen Engine, Transmission, and Chassis

Nothing new to report here. The sole engine is a 1.4-liter turbocharged inline-four, and we presume it will still offer a manual transmission on the base trim only. All other trims will get an eight-speed automatic. The engine makes 148 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque, which is adequate but nothing to get the heart racing.

Unless you’re talking about the Jetta GLI. As before, it features a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four pumping out 228 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, available with a manual, and offering a lot more performance—if not the passion that previous GLIs instilled. We expect the 2021 GLI experience to be identical to 2020 save the infotainment and safety updates.

2021 Volkswagen Jetta Safety

The GLI Autobahn gets a host of safety features, including adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and automatic high-beam control. This is in addition to the standard post-collision braking system, which debuted for 2020. There are no other apparent changes for safety systems in any other Jetta version or trim.

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Mercedes packs next-gen GLA with more room, beefier engine

Mercedes-Benz's second-generation GLA entry-level crossover is getting a beefier engine, roomier interior and a tech upgrade to serve as a conquest vehicle in its growing segment.

The 2021 GLA 250 will arrive in U.S. stores in summer 2020, followed by a Mercedes-AMG GLA 35 variant late next year. Pricing was not disclosed.

The new GLA debuted in an online event Wednesday as U.S. sales of compact premium crossovers have chalked up a 7.6 percent climb so far this year, making them one of the fastest-growing light-truck segments.

The GLA nameplate, the sporty alternative to the practical GLB, illustrates how Mercedes-Benz has been attracting its next generation of customers. The GLA targets millennials before they have a family, said Sam Fiorani, vice president at AutoForecast Solutions.

"Where their parents would have purchased a coupe, today's aspiring professionals look to stylish utilities before moving up to the bigger models when their own kids arrive," Fiorani said.

The 2021 GLA 250 is powered by a new 2-liter inline-four turbocharged engine that boosts output while lowering emissions. The updated engine delivers 221 hp, an increase of 13 hp compared with its predecessor. The GLA has a top speed of 130 mph and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 8.6 seconds.

A higher-performance AMG derivative delivers 302 hp and can go from 0 to 60 mph in five seconds.

Design redo

The latest GLA provides more interior space than the first generation for hauling people and their weekend bags. It is 4.1 inches higher than its predecessor, but 0.6 inch shorter in length, offering more headroom in the front and more legroom in the rear.

Design changes include an upright front section, short overhangs at the front and rear, and protective cladding.

The dashboard is anchored by a free-standing display unit, available with either two 7-inch displays or two 10.25-inch displays.

The GLA, like the brand's newer models, features the Mercedes-Benz User Experience, or MBUX, infotainment system.

The model also offers a suite of driver-assistance systems, including active steering assist, active lane-keeping assist and active blind-spot assist.

The GLA, built in Rastatt, Germany, and Hambach, France, competes with the Audi Q3 and BMW X1.

Mercedes has sold more than 1 million GLAs globally since the model debuted in 2014. This year, through November, the automaker sold 20,041 of them in the U.S.

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