Through the early 1990s, Audi started to move change its target showcase upscale to go up against its German automakers Mercedes Benz and BMW. This started with the release of the Audi V8 in 1990. It was basically an unique motor fitted to the Audi 100/200, but with noticeable bodywork contrasts. Most plain was the newfangled grille that was now incorporated in the hood.
By 1991, Audi had the 4 chamber Audi 80, the 5 barrel Audi 90 and Audi 100, the turbocharged Audi 200 and the Audi V8. There was likewise a car rendition of the 80/90 with both 4 and 5 barrel motors.
Even though the five barrel motor was a successful and robust powerplant, it was still a small too better for the target business. With the acquaintance of an all newfangled Audi 100 in 1992, Audi acquainted a 2. 8L V6 motor. This motor was likewise fitted to an appearance lifted Audi 80 (each of the 80 and 90 models were now badged 80 with the exception of for the USA), giving this model a decision of 4, 5, and 6 chamber motors, in saloon/sedan, roadster and Cabriolet figure styles.
