larryV

I think everyone here knows that, but Audi's current nomenclature apparently refers to all forced induction engines as "T"

I don't blame them... keeps it simple for the general consumer. At least Audi remains true with the engine displacements in their nomenclature (unlike BMW and MB). And at the end of the day, they're all blown motors so who cares.

But if you want to get technical, I'd say the 3.0TDI is more deserving of the V6T badge than any of the gas 3.0TFSI's.

TonySCV

Bravo on choosing panther black. I'm just happy to see someone choose anything that isn't black, white or some shade of gray.

koobah

It's a bit easier for Audi because they doesn't put engine displacement in the model number like MB or BMW. They just add the displacement number after the model name. BMW and MB's nomenclature use to reflect the true displacement in the past, but marketing became more important I guess.

idale

Pedants! I thought it was well-established that "T" just means forced induction to Audi (does the VW side do that, too?) and not "turbo", but it comes up from time to time anyway.

We seem to be nearly to the point where all of Audis engine options will be "something-T". Though then again, is there a reason to not stick a supercharger on when given the option?

JaXeN

A few more pics, this time from my SLR.











A wee bit of the Panther Crystal effect showing itself here.



One final one from my cellphone.
This one was taken at the same time as the other ones that showed the exaggerated Panther Black Crystal effect.

I love how it's as black as the night, until the sun hits it and it comes ALIVE!

Jdntea

That interior shot is amazeballs. I want to go to there.

scrmorling

Great set of pcs. Very nice indeed. Thanks again for sharing. Steve

wrcardon

Great photos. Just closed an hour ago on a monsoon grey w/ carbon atlas, 21", nappa and Nav. Love your panther black and made me wish I had the patience to have a black car.