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Audi is a brand that sets the standard for interior quality, and this, combined with its vast and ever-growing model line-up, has helped it become one of the ‘big three’ German prestige car makers, along with BMW and Mercedes-Benz.

The A3 hatchback, A4 executive saloon and Q7 SUV have all won their classes at the What Car? Car of the Year Awards in recent years, while the TT coupé is the most decorated car in the history of the ceremony.

At least some of Audi's success over the past 30 years can be attributed to the growth in sales of vehicles with four-wheel drive; the company arguably led the way in bringing 4x4 technology into the mainstream, with its Quattro coupé in the early 1980s.

Today, most Audis are available with at least the option of four-wheel drive, while the list of SUVs from the brand includes the Q2, Q3, Q5 and Q7.

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5.2 570 V10 Performance Ed Carbon 2dr S Tronic RWD

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Audi parking system plus with front and rear sensors

Electrically adjustable, heated, folding and automatically dimming door mirrors with integrated LED indicator

LED headlights with dipped beam, daytime running lights, indicator and static turning light in LED technology

Belt loops, top section of centre console, centre armrest, door pull handle and speaker trim on front pass. side in fine Nappa leather seat up. colour

Door armrests and map compartments in fine Nappa leather in seat upholstery colour

Steering wheel impact absorber trim, lower part of centre console, door rails, rear panel rail and side panel trims in black Fine Nappa Leather

Loudspeaker on drivers side in artificial black leather

Audi R8 Spyder

The R8 Spyder is ferociously quick and has one of the best engines of any car on sale. However, if you’re looking for the ultimate driving experience, its Porsche rival is more involving.

What we're looking for:<ul><li>Wind-in-the-hair excitement</li> <li>Roof that’s quick and easy to raise and lower</li> <li>Comfortable seating for four adults</li> <li>Sufficient practicality for everyday use</li> <li>Little wind buffeting</li> <li>Quietness, whether the roof is up or down</li> <li>Minimal shaking and shimmying over bumps</li></ul>

Despite the British weather, UK car buyers are among the biggest enthusiasts for wind-in-your-hair motoring, so convertibles have always been surprisingly popular here. It’s best to be able to react to the fickle climate, though, so a roof that opens (and closes) quickly is every bit as important as good top-down cruising refinement.

There are precious few bespoke drop-tops these days, so your choice of models is generally limited to soft-top versions of existing models. But there are still some fantastic options out there.

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