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Audi A3 8L (1996–2000) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 1 1996 - 2003 8L Hatchback
Audi A3
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Audi A3 8L overview

The Audi A3 (8L) is the 1st generation of the A3, built from 1996 to 2000. It is offered as a Hatchback with 11 engines (diesel, petrol), from 90 HP to 180 HP. The 1.8 20V (125 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.6 s, reaches a top speed of 202 km/h and is 4152 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Audi A3 have?

The Audi A3 (8L) has 90 HP to 180 HP, depending on the engine: 1.9 Tdi (90 HP), 1.9 Ea113 (90 HP), 1.6 Ea827 (101 HP), 1.6 Zetec (101 HP), 1.9 Tdi (110 HP), 1.8 20v (125 HP), 1.8 Turbo (150 HP), 1.8 Ea113 (150 HP), 1.8 T (150 HP), 1.8 T (180 HP), 1.8 Turbo (180 HP).

What engines are available for the Audi A3?

The Audi A3 is available with 11 engines: 1.9 Tdi (90 HP, diesel), 1.9 Ea113 (90 HP, diesel), 1.6 Ea827 (101 HP, petrol), 1.6 Zetec (101 HP, petrol), 1.9 Tdi (110 HP, diesel), 1.8 20v (125 HP, petrol), 1.8 Turbo (150 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea113 (150 HP, petrol), 1.8 T (150 HP, petrol), 1.8 T (180 HP, petrol), 1.8 Turbo (180 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Audi A3?

The Audi A3 is 4152 mm long, 1735 mm wide, 1427 mm tall, with a 2513 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Audi A3?

The Audi A3 1.8 20V (125 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.6 s and has a top speed of 202 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Audi A3 8L
Year 1996–2000
Platform VW A Platform / PQ34
Variant 1.8 20V (125 Hp)
Body type hatchback
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 3
Emission standard Euro 3 D

Power & torque

Power 125 HP
Power @ max rpm 6000 rpm
Torque 170 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 4200 rpm

Performance

Top speed 202 km/h
0–100 km/h 9.6 s
0–62 mph 9.6 s

Engine

Engine code ADR
Displacement 1781 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 81.0 mm
Stroke 86.4 mm
Compression ratio 10.3
Valves per cylinder 5
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain dohc
Oil capacity 4.5 L
Coolant 5.0 L
Engine layout Front Transverse

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive Front Wheel Drive
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Drivetrain architecture The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle
Gearbox type manual
Gears 5
Gearbox code mq250
Gearbox manufacturer audi

Dimensions

Length 4152 mm
Width 1735 mm
Height 1427 mm
Wheelbase 2513 mm
Front track 1513 mm
Rear track 1495 mm
Boot space 350 – 1110 L
Ground clearance 130 mm
Turning circle 10.9 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1065 kg
Max weight 1650 kg
Max load 585 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 8.3 L/100km
Fuel urban 11.7 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 6.3 L/100km
CO₂ emissions 199 g/km
Fuel tank 55.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Independent Type Mcpherson Wishbone
Rear suspension Suspension With Traction Connecting Levers
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes disc
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tire size 195/65 R15
Wheel rims 6J x 15
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 8.5 kg/Hp, 117.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 6.3 kg/Nm, 159.6 Nm/tonne
Max roof load 100 kg

Other

Start Of Production 1996
End Of Production 2000
Front Overhang 867
Rear Overhang 773

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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