What is it?
The latest in Audi's line of environmentally conscious performance concept cars. The e-tron Spyder takes the formula of the e-tron coupé and chops off the roof. The result is an extraordinarily desirable way to drive and save the environment. The e-tron Spyder's 3.0-litre turbodiesel is boosted by a pair of electric motors on the front axle. That, and Audi's lightweight ASF aluminium space frame construction, allows the e-tron Spyder the potential to return an incredible 128mpg.
Why's it here?
To ensure that Audi has one of the hottest stands at the Paris Motor Show. Along with the quattro concept, the e-tron Spyder debuts Audi's future new look, as well as some potential future new technology. Via plug-in electric power the e-tron Spyder can drive around 30 miles with no emissions, yet it's got supercar performance to match its jaw-dropping looks. It'll reach 62mph in 4.4 seconds and can hit an electronically limited 155mph.
Show stopper or floor filler?
Even the super-cool Parisians are likely to get hot under the collar when clapping their eyes on this show-stopping concept. Audi's big chiefs are saying it won't be built, though after a few glasses of wine at a pre-show event there were mutterings that it could reach Audi's plate-glass showrooms. We've our fingers crossed.
Full Paris Motor Show report
Kyle Fortune - 1 Oct 2010
