Audi A3 Sportback (8V, facelift 2016) 1.5 TFSI (150 Hp) S tronic
Audi A3:
The Audi A3 is a small family car manufactured and marketed by the German automaker Audi AG since September 1996.
The first two generations of the Audi A3 were based on the Volkswagen Group A platform, while the third and fourth generations use the Volkswagen Group MQB platform.
Audi announced the first generation A3 in June 1995. The model was launched for the European market in September 1996 and marked Audi's return to small cars after 19 years, following the demise of the Audi 50 in 1978....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Sportback (8V, facelift 2016) Overview:
Audi A3 (Sportback (8V, facelift 2016)). With 250 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.1 l/100km). Weighing only 1240 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.2 s). The top speed reaches 220 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (150 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 8.2 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 4.8 L/100 km.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (380 L) suitable for daily needs.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Cabrio (8V, facelift 2016): 2016 - 2018).
| General: |
| Brand: | Audi |
| Model: | A3 |
| Generation: | Sportback (8V, facelift 2016) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 TFSI (150 Hp) S tronic |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 5000-6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 100.1 Hp/l [110mm less] |
| Torque: | 250 Nm @ 1500-3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA211evo / DADA More details about the engine EA211evo / DADA |
| Engine displacement: | 1498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.0-6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.1-4.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.8-5.1 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 220 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.3 kg/Hp, 121 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5 kg/Nm, 201.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.8 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1240 |
| Max. weight: | 1800 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 560 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 380 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 650 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 1700 kg |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4313 mm [110mm less] |
| Width: | 1785 mm [8mm less] |
| Height: | 1426 mm [17mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2637 mm [42mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1966 mm |
| Front track: | 1543 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1514 mm |
| Front overhang: | 870 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 806 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.9 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 7 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | S tronic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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