2012 Audi A1 E-Tron

Despite recent denials, the Audi A1 E-Tron has a future, at least within the project that Audi Electromobilty Lancers in 2011 in Monaco. Will in fact be made 20 copies of the A1 electrical EREV with engine from 102 hp and a small 20-hp Wankel engine, which is used as the Range Extender: With the lithium batteries can travel about 50 km, while other 150 km will be possible thanks to the energy provided by the rotary engine mounted on the rear axle.

The German Transport Ministry will support the initiative with an investment of 10 million, setting up some 200 charging points in Bavaria and a lot of data will be collected on the operation of the cars. Those involved in the project will use special Smartphone which records the parameters of the A1, but also help to note the use of other means of transport for the actual impact of the daily electrical mobility.

Considering the statements of Rupert Stadler, which excludes the presence of a power series in the range A1 Audi, we can deduce that this trial will help to develop a new model, probably waiting for the rumored A2 in 2012, which will own zero emissions its workhorse, while the A1 will be left with the task of compact luxury with advanced technology to reduce fuel consumption and emissions, provided the use of internal combustion engines.