New Audi Projectzwo

[Tom Nas]

Ti Kan <ti at amb.org> wrote:

>If you consider the size of the A2 and what Audi is trying to achieve
>(in terms of usable interior space, aerodynamics, structural rigidity,
>safety, and other factors) you'll find that in this case they are working
>against a number of conflicting requirements and styling would have
>to be compromised.  It's difficult to design a sleek looking car under
>those extremely compact dimensions, and although I wouldn't call the A2
>pretty, I do think it's one of the more successful microcar designs compared
>to others in its class.  It manages to exude a distinctive character that
>is all Audi (when most others in its class are mostly generic and bland...),
>while more importantly it incorporates some advanced technologies such as
>the aluminum Audi Space Frame.

I second that. While I agree it's the least attractive Audi visually, it's 
excellent in almost any other respect. Lack of power apart, it's a lot of 
fun to hustle around and the interior room is second to none. It also has a 
strong Audi feel with plenty of clever touches. And driving the competition 
(M-B A-class), it's a lot better in all respects but luggage space.

It's not my type of car, but I liked driving it.

Tom