Audi is introducing a new vehicle segment with its presentation of the Audi Cross Cabriolet quattro concept car at the Los Angeles Auto Show (14 – 24 November 2007). The two-door, four-seater car measures 4.62 meters in length and combines the genes of a typical dynamic soft-top convertible from Audi with the all-round qualities of a fully fledged SUV. This SUV is powered by a 3.0 TDI engine developing 240 hp and 500 Nm of torque. Has a top speed of 240 km/h and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.2 seconds.
The concept car combines classic Audi convertible hallmarks, such as the elegant fabric hood and aluminum A-pillar surface, with the undisguised dynamism of a sports car and the masculine presence of a genuine SUV. The Audi Cross Cabriolet quattro has a double underbody that turns the open profile of a convertible body into a closed structure, producing a major increase in stiffness. This design feature is efficient and economical in equal measure, since it replaces conventional modifications that involve numerous body components and require significantly more material, thus adding more weight. The dominant element of the face-on view is the single-frame radiator grille with polished aluminum longitudinal struts, emphasising its vertical orientation – a clear signal of the concept car's sporty character. Behind its clear-glass headlight covers, the latest lighting technology can be seen: the Audi Cross Cabriolet quattro is the latest Audi to be equipped with full LED headlights, which also feature the characteristic strip of daytime running lights and the electronically controlled swiveling cornering light. The turn signals, brake lights and tail lights also use fast-reacting LED light units. In addition to the front and rear light units, the exterior mirrors also have integrated turn signals.
The concept car combines classic Audi convertible hallmarks, such as the elegant fabric hood and aluminum A-pillar surface, with the undisguised dynamism of a sports car and the masculine presence of a genuine SUV. The Audi Cross Cabriolet quattro has a double underbody that turns the open profile of a convertible body into a closed structure, producing a major increase in stiffness. This design feature is efficient and economical in equal measure, since it replaces conventional modifications that involve numerous body components and require significantly more material, thus adding more weight. The dominant element of the face-on view is the single-frame radiator grille with polished aluminum longitudinal struts, emphasising its vertical orientation – a clear signal of the concept car's sporty character. Behind its clear-glass headlight covers, the latest lighting technology can be seen: the Audi Cross Cabriolet quattro is the latest Audi to be equipped with full LED headlights, which also feature the characteristic strip of daytime running lights and the electronically controlled swiveling cornering light. The turn signals, brake lights and tail lights also use fast-reacting LED light units. In addition to the front and rear light units, the exterior mirrors also have integrated turn signals.
