Frankfurt 2009: 2010 Audi 3.0 TDI clean diesel quattro would make an excellent gift to the U.S.
by Jonathon Ramsey on Sep 16th 2009 at 7:21PM 
2010 Audi A4 3.0 TDI Clean Diesel Quattro
The 3.0-liter, 240-hp diesel that first served in the Audi Q7 has been assigned to duty in the Audi A4. We drove the 3.0 in the Q7 during last year's Audi Mileage Marathon, and both mileage and power didn't disappoint. Put into the A4, the oil burner with 369 lb-ft should shine like Alpha Centauri.
Audi says it will get you to sixty in 6.2 seconds with the six-speed Tiptronic and return 35 mpg at the same time as it already meets the Euro 6 standards coming in 2014. It's unlikely we'll get the treat in this corner of the Western Hemisphere, but that doesn't mean we won't keep looking out for it... especially as an Avant... with those wheels...
Gallery: Frankfurt 2009: 2010 Audi A4 3.0 TDI
PRESS RELEASE
The Audi A4 3.0 TDI clean diesel quattro – Highly efficient and extremely clean
* The world's cleanest diesel technology now also in the A4
* Midsize sedan consumes only 6.7 liters per 100 km (35.11 US mpg)
* Powerful engine with 240 hp and 500 Nm (368.78 lb-ft) of torque
Using the world's cleanest diesel technology, the 3.0 TDI clean diesel already meets the Euro 6 emission standard not scheduled to enter into force until 2014. Having debuted in the Audi Q7, the innovative engine is now coming to the A4. The powerful TDI is not only extremely clean, it is also highly efficient, using only 6.7 liters of fuel per 100 km (35.11 US mpg) in the EU cycle.
The technology package of the 3.0 TDI clean diesel quattro comprises the engine itself and the highly efficient exhaust gas after-treatment system. A new common rail injection system that develops pressures of up to 2,000 bar, innovative combustion chamber pressure sensors and an ultra-high-performance exhaust gas recirculation system ensure highly efficient combustion which produces minimal raw emissions.
A novel DeNOX catalytic converter at the end of the exhaust system reduces nitrogen oxides. Just upstream of it, a pump injects an aqueous additive named AdBlue into the hot exhaust flow, where this solution decomposes into ammonia, which splits the nitrogen oxides into nitrogen and water. The tank is large enough that the driver never has to refill it. This is done instead by the Audi dealership during scheduled maintenance.
Using the world's cleanest diesel technology, the Audi A4 3.0 TDI clean diesel quattro meets the Euro 6 emission standard announced for 2014. It is also very fuel-efficient, averaging only 6.7 liters (Avant: 6.8 liters) of fuel per 100 km (35.11 and 34.59 US mpg).
The innovative V6 TDI engine makes the A4 a powerful performer, needing only 6.2 seconds (Avant: 6.3 seconds) to go from zero to 100 km/h (62.14 mph). Top speed is electronically governed to 250 km/h (155.34 mph). The combination with the six-speed tiptronic and quattro permanent all-wheel drive ensures a high degree of comfort and superior traction.
The equipment and data specified in this document refer to the model range offered in Germany. Subject to change without notice; errors and omissions excepted.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 3)
warren 7:34PM (9/16/2009)
I saw one of these in Michigan today! It was on a truck being delivered to an Audi dealership just outside Detroit. I suspect it's here for the various car mags to have a look at.
This car is going to be a really big hit if and when it comes to the USA.
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Alex 7:28PM (9/16/2009)
That would be my A4 of choice right there, although i would rather have a 6sp MT, but i don't know if any are capable of taking all that torque.
That engine in the A4 avant makes me drool.
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AMcA 9:30PM (9/16/2009)
I want it in an A3.
VROOooooooom!
RowFive 9:42PM (9/16/2009)
+1, agree completely. Wagon + diesel + manual = win.
Rev Junkie 7:33PM (9/16/2009)
Oh, the manual will handle the torque. Go over to audi's uk website, and the configurator gives you the option of having a six-speed manual with the 3.0L TDI V6. If the engine has the same rorty growl as the 2.0L TDI I4, which sounds more like a 3800 V6 than a diesel, then Audi should bring it over here ASAP! Of course, they'd have to offer the wuss-o-matic for the American market, but if they offer the manual, I'd love to own a used one 5-10 years from now, when I can afford another car.
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Mitchell Scott 7:47PM (9/16/2009)
I'd buy it in a heartbeat... especially with the 7-speed DSG :D
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BigMcLargeHuge 7:51PM (9/16/2009)
Yup, Audi would get my business instantly.
Reimer 8:50PM (9/16/2009)
+1
nzo 10:01PM (9/16/2009)
Dude, this thing is baller.
JZeke 7:52PM (9/16/2009)
Damnit I'm not supposed to want an Audi. Oh well - here, take my money.
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NunyaBizness 8:02PM (9/16/2009)
WHERE IS THE RS4 ?????
WHERE IS THE RS5 ?????
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future-autos.blogspot.com 8:02PM (9/16/2009)
They're going to have to start putting out the diesels by volume if they wanna get anywhere toward passing the 35.5 MPG legislation on time.
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pio!pio! 8:09PM (9/16/2009)
Why do you think they wouldn't send this to the US?
1) Why would they modify their press release to include US MPG figures if they weren't thinking about it. If the US is not getting it, no need to cater to the US in the press release
2) It would be an excellent alternative/competitor to the BMW 335d
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Tony C 8:33PM (9/16/2009)
You've got a point there! At first I thought Autoblog did it, but I went to Audi's website and they did indeed capture all those conversions in the press release.
I've always wanted an Audi and an A4 Avant Quattro oil burner would be great for me!
Michael 8:10PM (9/16/2009)
wow this would give the caddy cts sportwagon a run for it's money !
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Art 8:25PM (9/16/2009)
One problem. Sounds great until you see the price tag
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Nathan 8:27PM (9/16/2009)
Wow! The most aggressive looking A4 ever is a..... diesel wagon? Love it.
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audi_arena 11:06AM (9/17/2009)
It is an aero kit and wheels that are available now for the A4....
...If this engine becomes available this year, I will be the first one to be driving it in the philadelphia area... with a "My carbon footprint is smaller than yours" bumper sticker
Snark 8:40PM (9/16/2009)
Undoubtedly, they could sell a downsized turbo engine, maybe with a mild hybrid setup, for considerably cheaper (no expensive emissions crap), realizing more profit (therefore making a better business case), delivering most of the mileage of a diesel without the excessively heavy block.
Diesels are kind of cool, but I'm strangely kind of meh about them lately. Gassers are improving so quickly that I almost wonder why bother.
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fmwso 8:42PM (9/16/2009)
There's nothing that I don't like about this car. Audi's future offerings look promising and hopefully this, the A1 and the A5 sportback come over here.
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