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Audi A3 8P (2003–2008) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

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

The Audi A3 (8P) is the 2nd generation of the A3, built from 2003 to 2008. It is offered as a Hatchback with 11 engines (petrol, diesel), from 102 HP to 250 HP. The 1.6 (102 Hp) Tiptronic accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 13.2 s, reaches a top speed of 183 km/h and is 4286 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Audi A3 have?

The Audi A3 (8P) 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 4286 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) Tiptronic goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 13.2 s and has a top speed of 183 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Audi A3 Sportback 8PA
Year 2004–2008
Platform VW A Platform / PQ35
Variant 1.6 (102 Hp) Tiptronic
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 183 km/h
0–100 km/h 13.2 s
0–62 mph 13.2 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 Torque Converter
Gears 6
Gearbox code 09g
Gearbox manufacturer audi

Dimensions

Length 4286 mm
Width 1765 mm
Height 1423 mm
Wheelbase 2578 mm
Front track 1534 mm
Rear track 1507 mm
Boot space 370 – 1120 L
Turning circle 10.7 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1295 kg
Max weight 1855 kg
Max load 560 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 7.6 L/100km
Fuel urban 10.9 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 5.6 L/100km
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
Wheel rims 6.5J x 16
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 12.7 kg/Hp, 78.8 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 8.8 kg/Nm, 114.3 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 2004
End Of Production 2008

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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