Audi Project Anniversario Delayed Until 2012

Audi Ur Quattro was surely a model that caught our eyes straightaway and Audi tries to take full advantage of this. Unfortunately, it won't do it until 2012 when the brand with the four rings will roll out Project Anniversario, the successor of the Ur Quattro in 2012. At least, this is the timeframe when Audi expects a growth of the auto sector, currently severely damaged by the economic recession.

The reason is the one we already heard in many other cases: the current economic conditions are improper for a hardcore sports coupe. Even if it is projected to be a lighter, stronger and faster Audi S5, as carmagazine.co.uk wrote, the financial slowdown pushed the start of production in 2012.

At this time, only a little is known about the car but media sources are reporting that it could weigh around 1400 kilos and rely on several lightweight parts. New seats and a revised interiors will contribute to the 240 kg weight reduction over the S5, the aforementioned source wrote.

As for the engines, it appears that Audi is currently considering a twin-turbo V6 powerplant that would generate around 425 horsepower. Obviously, high performance brakes and an upgraded suspension system will join make it to the production version.

As said, the car won't be released sooner than 2012, in spite of reports hinting that Audi is really keen on pushing the Project Anniversario into mass production. Nevertheless, the German manufacturer might still preview the car next year, with the 2010 auto show likely to host the first public appearance of the new model.