In 2017, Audi—those meticulous masterminds of German engineering—decided to introduce a naming convention that would leave the rest of us scratching our heads. You’d think zee Germans would keep things straightforward, but no, they unleashed a numeric system that’s as cryptic as a Wagner opera.
Here’s the deal: Audi rolled out a scale from 30 to 70, where the numbers vaguely hinted at the power lurking under the hood. But let’s be honest, these figures didn’t exactly scream logic. It’s like Audi was testing our loyalty, daring us to crack their secret code.
So, what’s behind these numbers? Here’s how Audi’s mystery math stacks up:
- 30 = 109-128 hp (81-96 kW) – For when you want your Audi to politely sip fuel and cruise under the radar.
- 35 = 147-160 hp (110-120 kW) – Just enough oomph to remind you this isn't your average family car.
- 40 = 167-201 hp (125-150 kW) – A little more muscle, perfect for autobahn-approved sprints.
- 45 = 226-248 hp (169-185 kW) – Now we're talking, this is where the fun begins.
- 50 = 281-308 hp (210-230 kW) – Enough power to make your morning commute feel like a DTM qualifying lap.
- 55 = 328-368 hp (245-275 kW) – For those who enjoy making a statement every time they hit the throttle.
- 60 = 429-455 hp (320-340 kW) – Power that demands respect and maybe a bit of fear from lesser vehicles.
- 70 = 536+ hp (400+ kW) – The big guns, where Audi really flexes its engineering muscle, capable of making even the most stoic Bavarian crack a smile.
It’s a power scale that’s as German as it gets—precision meets mystery, with just a hint of that famous Teutonic arrogance. After all, why make things easy when you can keep everyone guessing, ja?