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New A5 on the block
The Nuvolari quattro concept car of 2003 gave the world its first taste of what was to become the Audi A5. Its large wheels, short overhangs, accentuated bodylines and the LED daytime running lights characterise its muscular and sporty appearance.

The powerful 3.2-litre FSI engine delivers maximum power of 265bhp and a maximum torque of 330Nm that is available across a broad rev band of 3,000 to 5,000rpm. This ensures that the A5 sprints from nought to 100kmph in as little as 6.1 seconds. Fuel consumption however remains restricted to only 8.7 litres per 100km.

The Audi A5 is expected to arrive in the Middle East in early 2008. Regional specifications and price have not been announced yet. An S version of the new Audi A5 is planned.

The luxury of handcrafted interiors
The 2007 Cadillac SRX, now available around the region, features an elegantly handcrafted interior, a new sport model and a new six-speed transmission on Northstar V8 equipped models.

The SRX interior features a new instrument panel, hand-wrapped upper trim, console, centre stack, door trim, wood trim, analogue clock and steering wheel. The redesigned cockpit sports softer tactile surfaces, new flush-mounted switches and controls, and greater use of wood grain and chrome trim.