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Audi A3 8V (2012–2016) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

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Audi A3 8V overview

The Audi A3 (8V) is the 3rd generation of the A3, built from 2012 to 2016. It is offered as a Sedan with 16 engines (diesel, petrol), from 105 HP to 223 HP. The 1.9 TDI (110 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.5 s, reaches a top speed of 194 km/h and is 4152 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Audi A3 have?

The Audi A3 (8V) has 105 HP to 223 HP, depending on the engine: 1.6 Tdi (105 HP), 1.2 Tsi (105 HP), 1.6 Tdi (110 HP), 1.6 Ea288 (110 HP), 1.2 Tsi (110 HP), 1.4 Tsi (122 HP), 1.4 Tsi (125 HP), 2.0 Ea288 (150 HP), 2.0 Tdi (150 HP), 1.8 Tsi (170 HP), 1.8 Tsi (172 HP), 1.8 Tsi (180 HP), 1.8 Tfsi (180 HP), 2.0 Tdi (184 HP), 2.0 Tfsi (220 HP), 2.0 Tsi (223 HP).

What engines are available for the Audi A3?

The Audi A3 is available with 16 engines: 1.6 Tdi (105 HP, diesel), 1.2 Tsi (105 HP, petrol), 1.6 Tdi (110 HP, diesel), 1.6 Ea288 (110 HP, diesel), 1.2 Tsi (110 HP, petrol), 1.4 Tsi (122 HP, petrol), 1.4 Tsi (125 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea288 (150 HP, diesel), 2.0 Tdi (150 HP, diesel), 1.8 Tsi (170 HP, petrol), 1.8 Tsi (172 HP, petrol), 1.8 Tsi (180 HP, petrol), 1.8 Tfsi (180 HP, petrol), 2.0 Tdi (184 HP, diesel), 2.0 Tfsi (220 HP, petrol), 2.0 Tsi (223 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 1.9 TDI (110 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.5 s and has a top speed of 194 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Audi A3 8L
Year 1997–1999
Platform VW A Platform / PQ34
Variant 1.9 TDI (110 Hp)
Body type hatchback
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Diesel
Seats 5
Doors 3
Emission standard Euro 2

Power & torque

Power 110 HP
Power @ max rpm 4150 rpm
Torque 235 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 1900 rpm

Performance

Top speed 194 km/h
0–100 km/h 10.5 s
0–62 mph 10.5 s

Engine

Engine code AFN
Displacement 1896 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 79.5 mm
Stroke 95.5 mm
Compression ratio 19.5
Valves per cylinder 2
Injection system Direct Injection
Aspiration Turbocharger Intercooler
Valvetrain ohc
Oil capacity 4.5 L
Coolant 6.0 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 – 1100 L
Ground clearance 130 mm
Turning circle 10.9 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1105 kg
Max weight 1690 kg
Max load 585 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 4.9 L/100km
Fuel urban 6.5 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 4.0 L/100km
CO₂ emissions 132 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 10 kg/Hp, 99.5 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 4.7 kg/Nm, 212.7 Nm/tonne
Max roof load 100 kg

Other

Start Of Production 1997
End Of Production 1999
Front Overhang 867
Rear Overhang 773

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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