German luxury carmaker Audi today reported an increase of 79 per cent in sales growth at 450 units in February 2011.

The company had sold 252 cars during the corresponding month last year.

Audi India Head Michael Perschke said, "Our outstanding performance in 2010 established Audi as the fastest growing luxury car brand in India and this successful run continues this year too...We are looking forward to introducing the all new Audi A6, and the Audi A7 in India." He said the year 2011 is a critical year for Audi in India and "we will see the announcement of several initiatives on the product and network front. Recently, the company expanded its product line with the launch of its flagship 'A8 L' and the super sports car 'R8 V10', which are now available in showrooms across the country.

"We also added a new diesel variant to the Audi Q5, which will both expand our engine portfolio and sustain our leadership position in the SUV segment," Mr Perschke said in a statement.

Audi model range in India includes Audi A4, Audi A6, Audi A8, Audi Q5, Audi Q7, Audi TT and the super sports car Audi R8.