Audi Quattro History

German automaker Audi produced the Audi Quattro, a two-door coupe and racing car, from 1980 through 1991. The car was first offered to the North American market in 1983. The Quattro is considered to be related to other Audi cars, including the Audi 80 and Audi Coupe.

Features

The Audi Quattro featured a front engine and flared wheel arches, and was offered as a five-speed transmission. It had a fuel efficiency of nearly 25 miles per gallon.

Time Frame

The only styling change to the body frame of the Quattro came in 1985 when Audi installed a sloping grille and sloping headlights.

History

The Audi Quattro first appeared at the Geneva Motor Show on March 3, 1980.

Potential

Different Quattro versions were produced for the championship rallying circuit, with the Quattro achieving much success. The Quattro A2 evolution tallied eight world rally victories.

Fun Fact

The Quattro was given its name because of the car's four-wheel-drive design: the word "quattro" means "four" in Italian.

References

• Audi Quattro History