AUDI
Audi A3 8P Facelift (2005–2008) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.4 TFSI | 6 | 125 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 | 5 | 102 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 1.6 tiptronic | 6 | 102 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 FSI | 6 | 115 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 TFSI | 6 | 160 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 1.8 TFSI S-Tronic | 7 | 160 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 1.9 TDI S-Tronic | 5 | 105 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.0 FSI | 6 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 2.0 FSI tiptronic | 6 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.0 TDI | 6 | 170 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.0 TDI quattro | 6 | 170 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.0 TDI 16V quattro | 6 | 224 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.0 TFSI | 6 | 200 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 2.0 TFSI DSG | 6 | 200 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.0 TFSI quattro | 6 | 200 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 3.2 V6 quattro DSG | 6 | 250 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Audi A3 8P Facelift overview
The Audi A3 (8P Facelift) is the 2nd generation of the A3, built from 2005 to 2008. It is offered as a Hatchback with 11 engines (petrol, diesel), from 102 HP to 250 HP. The 1.6 (102 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.9 s, reaches a top speed of 185 km/h and is 4214 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Audi A3 have?
The Audi A3 (8P Facelift) has 102 HP to 250 HP, depending on the engine: 1.6 Ea113 (102 HP), 1.6 Mpi (102 HP), 1.9 Tdi (105 HP), 1.6 Fsi (115 HP), 1.4 Ea111 (125 HP), 2.0 Tdi (140 HP), 2.0 Fsi (150 HP), 1.8 Tfsi (160 HP), 2.0 Tdi (170 HP), 2.0 Tfsi (200 HP), 3.2 Vr6 (250 HP).
What engines are available for the Audi A3?
The Audi A3 is available with 11 engines: 1.6 Ea113 (102 HP, petrol), 1.6 Mpi (102 HP, petrol), 1.9 Tdi (105 HP, diesel), 1.6 Fsi (115 HP, petrol), 1.4 Ea111 (125 HP, petrol), 2.0 Tdi (140 HP, diesel), 2.0 Fsi (150 HP, petrol), 1.8 Tfsi (160 HP, petrol), 2.0 Tdi (170 HP, diesel), 2.0 Tfsi (200 HP, petrol), 3.2 Vr6 (250 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Audi A3?
The Audi A3 is 4214 mm long, 1765 mm wide, 1421 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 11.9 s and has a top speed of 185 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Audi A3 8P facelift |
|---|---|
| Year | 2005–2008 |
| Platform | VW A Platform / PQ35 |
| Variant | 1.6 (102 Hp) |
| Body type | hatchback |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 3 |
| 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 | 11.9 s |
| 0–62 mph | 11.9 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 | 4214 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1765 mm |
| Height | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2578 mm |
| Front track | 1534 mm |
| Rear track | 1507 mm |
| Boot space | 350 – 1080 L |
| Turning circle | 10.7 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1205 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1765 kg |
| Max load | 560 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 7.1 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 5.6 L/100km |
| CO₂ emissions | 170 g/km |
| Fuel tank | 55.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Independent Type Mcpherson With Coil Spring And Anti Roll Bar |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi Link Spring Suspension With Stabilizer |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | disc |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tire size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims | 6.5J X 16 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 11.8 kg/Hp, 84.6 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 8.1 kg/Nm, 122.8 Nm/tonne |
| Max roof load | 75 kg |
Other
| Start Of Production | 2005 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2008 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.