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Audi A3 8P Facelift 2 (2008–2013) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 2 2003 - 2013 8P Hatchback
Audi A3
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Audi A3 8P Facelift 2 overview

The Audi A3 (8P Facelift 2) is the 2nd generation of the A3, built from 2008 to 2013. It is offered as a Hatchback with 14 engines (diesel, petrol), from 90 HP to 250 HP. The 1.6 (102 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.1 s, reaches a top speed of 185 km/h and is 4292 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Audi A3 have?

The Audi A3 (8P Facelift 2) has 90 HP to 250 HP, depending on the engine: 1.6 Tdi (90 HP), 1.6 Mpi (102 HP), 1.9 Tdi (105 HP), 1.6 Tdi (105 HP), 1.2 Tsi (105 HP), 1.4 Tsi (125 HP), 1.4 TFSI (125 Hp) S tronic (125 HP), 1.4 TFSI (125 HP), 2.0 Tdi (140 HP), 1.8 Tfsi (160 HP), 2.0 Tdi (170 HP), 2.0 Tfsi (200 HP), 2.0 Tdi (224 HP), 3.2 Vr6 (250 HP).

What engines are available for the Audi A3?

The Audi A3 is available with 14 engines: 1.6 Tdi (90 HP, diesel), 1.6 Mpi (102 HP, petrol), 1.9 Tdi (105 HP, diesel), 1.6 Tdi (105 HP, diesel), 1.2 Tsi (105 HP, petrol), 1.4 Tsi (125 HP, petrol), 1.4 TFSI (125 Hp) S tronic (125 HP, petrol), 1.4 TFSI (125 HP, petrol), 2.0 Tdi (140 HP, diesel), 1.8 Tfsi (160 HP, petrol), 2.0 Tdi (170 HP, diesel), 2.0 Tfsi (200 HP, petrol), 2.0 Tdi (224 HP, diesel), 3.2 Vr6 (250 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Audi A3?

The Audi A3 is 4292 mm long, 1765 mm wide, 1423 mm tall, with a 2578 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Audi A3?

The Audi A3 1.6 (102 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.1 s and has a top speed of 185 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Audi A3 Sportback 8PA facelift
Year 2008–2010
Platform VW A Platform / PQ35
Variant 1.6 (102 Hp)
Body type hatchback
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 5
Emission standard Euro 4

Power & torque

Power 102 HP
Power @ max rpm 5600 rpm
Torque 148 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 3800 rpm

Performance

Top speed 185 km/h
0–100 km/h 12.1 s
0–62 mph 12.1 s

Engine

Engine code BSE
Displacement 1595 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 81.0 mm
Stroke 77.4 mm
Compression ratio 10.3
Valves per cylinder 2
Injection system Multi Port Manifold Injection
Aspiration Naturally Aspirated Engine
Valvetrain sohc
Oil capacity 4.6 L
Coolant 8.0 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 4292 mm
Width 1765 mm
Height 1423 mm
Wheelbase 2578 mm
Front track 1534 mm
Rear track 1507 mm
Boot space 552 – 1104 L
Ground clearance 110 mm
Turning circle 10.7 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1225 kg
Max weight 1785 kg
Max load 560 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 6.9 L/100km
Fuel urban 9.5 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 5.4 L/100km
CO₂ emissions 164 g/km
Fuel tank 55.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Spring Strut
Rear suspension Transverse Stabilizer
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes disc
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Tire size 205/55 R16; 225/45 R17
Wheel rims 6.5J x 16; 7.5J x 17
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 12 kg/Hp, 83.3 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 8.3 kg/Nm, 120.8 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 2008
End Of Production 2010

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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