[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/audi-is-moving-back-to-diesel\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/audi-is-moving-back-to-diesel\/","headline":"Audi Is Moving Back To Diesel, Surprisingly","name":"Audi Is Moving Back To Diesel, Surprisingly","description":"Audi are potentially shooting themselves in the foot and going back to diesel If you love the petrol Audi S5, S6 and S7 then boy do we have some bad news for you. In a surprising (and ironic) turn of events, Audi has revealed that their S5, S6 and S7 models will be diesel-only for the time being. This is especially surprising considering the recent drop in demand for diesel cars as well as the new regulations that punish diesels, […]","datePublished":"2019-05-13","dateModified":"2019-05-13","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Audi-A7-Kapstadt-2018-blue-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/Audi-A7-Kapstadt-2018-blue-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/audi-is-moving-back-to-diesel\/","about":["Audi","Cars","LATEST CAR NEWS"],"wordCount":603,"keywords":["Audi","diesel","Diesel Cars"],"articleBody":"Audi are potentially shooting themselves in the foot and going back to dieselIf you love the petrol Audi S5, S6 and S7 thenboy do we have some bad news for you. In a surprising (and ironic) turn ofevents, Audi has revealed that their S5, S6 and S7 models will be diesel-onlyfor the time being. This is especially surprising considering the recent dropin demand for diesel cars as well as the new regulations that punish diesels,despite their low CO2 emissions. And let\u2019s not forget about the whole \u2018dieselemissions\u2019 scandal that Audi suffered very recently. In the end, they werefined roughly \u00a3700 million and the reputation hit they took will also costthem!This move is believed to be due to the European emissions targets that each manufacturer has to meet. As a fleet average, manufacturers must achievean average CO2 emissions figure of 95g\/km by 2021. Knowing this, Audi\u2019s movemakes slightly more sense. By making the S5, S6 and S7 (some of Audi\u2019s heaviestpolluters in their range) exclusively diesel, they are reducing their averageCO2 emission drastically. Let\u2019s not forget about Audi\u2019s investment intoelectric vehicles as well, with the e-tron SUV and e-tron GT being Audi\u2019s firststep into the modern EV industry. With zero emissions, these cars will surelyhelp further reduce their CO2 emission averages. V8 petrol engines, you will be missedThe 2020 models of Audi\u2019s S5, S6 and S7 willonly be available with diesel engines in Europe, whereas in America and Asia,these models will only be available with petrol engines. Say goodbye to thehearty V8 petrol engines of the past and say hello to V6 TDI diesel engines.It will certainly be interesting how this affects Audi\u2019s sales. As many driving enthusiasts will agree, turbo diesel engines just don\u2019t compare to the might and responsiveness of an equivalent petrol engine. Some motorists will disagree and suggest thatdiesel engines can be just as fun, but with the fall in demand of dieselengines, it\u2019s clear that the majority of car buyers have lost a little faithwhen it comes to purchasing diesel cars, especially when they\u2019re new ratherthan used.That being said, the new diesel S6 TDI sedanis capable of 0-62mph in just 5.0 seconds and the S7 TDI can do it in 5.1seconds. Not bad at all, right? Is it the right move?The main problem with what Audi are doing is that they\u2019re completely removing the customer\u2019s choice. Rather than reducing their petrol offerings, they\u2019ve completely got rid of them which could quite possibly leave them with fewer customers than before. Petrol lovers looking for a luxury performance saloon between \u00a335,000 and \u00a365,000 can no longer purchase from Audi because there are no petrol cars like that to choose from in their range anymore. Come 2020, Audi may have lost a small part of their customer base thanks to this rather drastic decision. On the other hand, the diesel S5,6 and 7 willmake for great choices for those with long commutes and those that travel alot. With far greater fuel efficiency, these diesel luxury cars will be perfectfor business people looking for a fun lease. Furthermore, Audi\u2019s diesel carshave a pretty good reputation when it comes to exciting performance. Theirengine tech is top-of-the-line and we have high hopes for the diesel V6s thatwill be in these models. Let\u2019s see if Audi regret their rather risky move. Let us know what you think in the comments. 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