Anderson Germany got their hands on the flagship Audi SUV, the Q7 V12 TDI to be exact, and improved the style and performance while at it. This 12-cylinder oil-burner produces 500 horses and 1,000 Nm of torque from the 6-liters of displacement. It’s plenty of enough power, and at the track the Audi Q7 is able to get the all-wheel drive to accomplish 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds. With the addition of a new air filter and ECU software optimization, Anderson Germany was able to improve the horsepower to 550. To go along with the boost in performance, a new brake kit including eye-popping red calipers along with a suspension lowering module were installed. Next the tuners modified the exterior and interior styling on the Audi Q7.
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Senner Audi RS5
The all new Audi RS5 has received a tuning kit from the guys at Senner, consisting of performance upgrades, new wheels, suspension, and exterior mods. Under the hood, the powerful 4.2-liter V8 FSI engine was boosted to 506 PS and 478 Nm of torque. This increase of power comes from a valve-controlled stainless steel exhaust system, and adjustments to the zero-pressure monitoring system. The top speed limiter was modified to allow 280 km/h, but without it the Audi RS5 can easily top 300 km/h with a 0 to 100 km/h sprint time of 4.2 seconds. Suspension and styling improvements came next.
HS Motorsport Audi A1
The Bavarian tuners at HS Motorsport teamed up with Autohaus Kempen to customize the new hot hatchback Audi A1. Powered by the 1.4-liter TSI engine producing 122 PS and 200 Nm of torque, the tuning specialists were able to squeeze extra horsepower with a few modifications. These include a new Fox Sport exhaust system with aggressive tailpipes and an ECU tuning to optimize the air fuel ratio, resulting in 147 PS and 250 Nm of torque. Styling upgrades came next with a H&R coilover suspension kit, redesigned rear bumper, and a silver paintjob. The Audi A1 was lowered 55 mm in the front, and 60 mm at the rear to improve handling while giving it a race car look.
Anderson Germany Audi R8 Racing Edition
Here is the latest “Racing Edition” package for the Audi R8 V10 from the tuners at Anderson Germany. Starting off with a performance kit consisting of a new valve controlled sport exhaust system, racing cats, sports air filter, and new engine power management system, the Audi was able to drop the weight around 17 kg or 37 lbs. This results in numbers around 585 hp compared to the factory 525, and the top speed was increased by about 12 km/h or 7.5 mph. Exterior styling improvements came next with a new carbon front apron and rear spoiler, along with a carbon diffuser, carbon mirrors, and rear window bordering. Inside the Audi R8, the interior was re-trimmed around the door trims, radio frame, ashtray, gear shift frame, and steering wheel. Topping it off on all fours are the new lightweight alloy rims finished with a carbon fiber to complete the Racing Edition Audi from Anderson Germany.
Eisenmann Audi R8 Spark Eight
The German tuning company Eisenmann have released this styling kit for the Audi R8 called the Spark Eight. Made from carbon fiber and Kevlar materials, this design has been under construction the past year, but is now available after successful testing. Included in the Spark 8 aero kit is a new spoiler grille with fins, brake cooling chambers, new front splitter, redesigned rear spoiler grille, and rear diffuser. However, Eisenmann has long been a superior performance exhaust specialist, so you know this R8 received only the best. Under the diffuser is a new flap controlled, stainless steel exhaust system with a centrally positioned tailpipe similar to the Lamborghini.
PPI Audi R8 RAZOR GTR-10
The Audi-exclusive tuning specialists at PPI Automotive Design GmbH have announced the plans to create 10 units of the Audi R8 RAZOR GTR-10. This car carries a V10 engine, with only the front hood, front bumper, and rear diffuser being the same aftermarket parts featured on the previous Audi R8 RAZOR GTR. Although the front fenders, front spoiler, side skirts, rear funder, rear spoiler, rear engine lid, and bumper might look similar in this project, they are all modified slightly. Under the hood, the PPI tuners refined the V10 powerplant with a roof mounted ram air-intake system, vented liftgate glass, a high performance exhaust system, and a reprogrammed ECU for the ignition map. It results in a serious power increase to 601 bhp at 7,400 rpm, and a max torque of 565 Nm at 6,400 rpm. For a comparison, the stock Audi R8 V10 produces 518 brake horsepower (bhp) from the factory.
SR Autos Audi S5 Typhon
The Canadian car tuning company SR Auto Group, also known as SR Autos have released this upgrade kit for the Audi S5 called the Typhon. Not to be mistaken with the latest G-Power BMW Typhoon project, this Audi received both styling and performance improvements. At the exterior level, the S5 was hooked up with body pieces from Rieger, including a front spoiler lip and rear diffuser both finished in dry carbon fiber. The most dramatic customizations to this Audi S5 include the matte black foil wrap and new set of ADV1 5.1 lightweight alloy rims also finished in matte black. They come wrapped in high performance tires, while the tuners moved on to engine bay aiming to increase horsepower.
Project Kahn Audi A8
Project Kahn released these images of the luxurious Audi A8 that has been customized to show its true sportiness. The tuning firm added 21-inch F1-X Carbon Fiber Edition wheels, FWD, paragon tinted windows, Audi Space Frame aluminum body, and an adjustable air suspension to give it this look. It leaves all competition on the sidelines when it comes down to being eco-friendly. With the all aluminum body, the Audi A8 is very lightweight, which reduces its emission levels drastically. It only emits 199 g/km of CO2 from the extremely efficient 2.8-liter gas engine. Additionally, the emissions of NOx have also been reduced since the engine is still fueled by gasoline.
Senner Tuning Audi A1 looks good!
The German car specialists at Senner Tuning have released a new line of performance and styling upgrades for the fresh off the market Audi A1. The Audi comes with the 1.6 TDI diesel engine that produces 105 hp and 250 Nm of torque from the factory. Senner Tuning was able increase these numbers with a simple ECU recalibration to raise the figures to 140 horsepower and 310 Nm of torque. A few extra additions to this good looking Audi A1 include a new sports exhaust system, 90 mm tail pipes, and a KW suspension kit to drop the car.
Sport Wheels Audi R8 Spyder
The tuning company Sport Wheels has just released their version of the Audi R8 Spyder. From the factory, the standard Audi R8 is fitted with a 5.2 FSI quattro engine producing 525 hp and 390 lb-ft of torque. Most people believe that this amount of power is plenty, and no further tuning should be necessary. However, the tuners at Sport Wheels are not typical like us, and took this Audi R8 to the next level. Apart from the engine tuning, the cars styling wasn’t drastically affected besides a new set of wheels.
JE Design Audi Q7 S-Line
The tuning specialists at JE Design finally released their new package including: complete body kit, engine upgrades, and new rims for the Audi Q7 S-Line. All customers will receive their TUV certificates with each part for quality assurance. The new widebody kit by JE Design definitely makes a bold appearance with a front spoiler, 12 part flared wheel arch kit and door trim for only 2,699 Euros. For another 1,798 Euros, tuners are given a new rear bumper extension with double exhaust portage. All this accompanied by some headlight covers, and a rear spoiler help make this one unique ride. The Audi Q7 S-Line is also offered without the widebody kit for those who do not need the extra attention, however prefer the sleeper look.
MTM Audi RS5
Even though the Audi RS5 was recently released, the tuners from MTM have been some of the first to launch a tuning program for the car that is confirmed on the U.S market in 2012. The German specialists just unveiled their initial package that includes a few improvements. First, the styling upgrades consist of a 19 or 21-inch wheel kit, 20 mm spacers for a wider stance, and an aftermarket exhaust with throttle valves. The Audi RS5 performance figures weren’t raised, however the tuning company removed the cars speed limiter. But the price to have this done is a little too much for the average joe.