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Audi A3 8V (2012–2016) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 3 2012 - 2020 8V Sedan
Audi A3
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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 2.0 T (223 Hp) quattro accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.2 s, reaches a top speed of 209 km/h and is 4456 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 4456 mm long, 1796 mm wide, 1416 mm tall, with a 2637 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Audi A3?

The Audi A3 2.0 T (223 Hp) quattro goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.2 s and has a top speed of 209 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Audi A3 Sedan 8V
Year 2015–2016
Platform VW MQB / MQB A0
Variant 2.0 T (223 Hp) quattro
Body type sedan
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Petrol
Seats 5
Doors 4
Emission standard Euro 6

Power & torque

Power 223 HP
Power @ min rpm 4500 rpm
Power @ max rpm 6200 rpm
Torque 350 Nm
Torque @ min rpm 1600 rpm
Torque @ max rpm 4400 rpm

Performance

Top speed 209 km/h
0–100 km/h 6.2 s
0–62 mph 6.2 s

Engine

Engine code Ea888 Gen3
Displacement 1984 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 82.5 mm
Stroke 92.8 mm
Compression ratio 9.6
Valves per cylinder 4
Injection system Direct Injection
Aspiration Turbocharger Intercooler
Valvetrain dohc
Oil capacity 5.7 L
Engine layout Front Transverse

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive All wheel drive (4x4)
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Gearbox type dct
Gears 6
Gearbox code dq250
Gearbox manufacturer audi

Dimensions

Length 4456 mm
Width 1796 mm
Height 1416 mm
Wheelbase 2637 mm
Front track 1555 mm
Rear track 1526 mm
Boot space 390 – 845 L
Turning circle 11.0 m

Mass

Kerb weight 1270 kg
Max weight 1820 kg
Max load 550 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel combined 5.8 L/100km
Fuel urban 7.4 L/100km
Fuel extra urban 4.9 L/100km
CO₂ emissions 135 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 Suspension
Front brakes Ventilated Discs
Rear brakes disc
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Power steering Electric Steering
Tire size 205/55 R16
Wheel rims 7.0J x 16
Assisting systems Abs Anti Lock Braking System

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 5.7 kg/Hp, 175.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 3.6 kg/Nm, 275.6 Nm/tonne
Max roof load 75 kg

Other

Start Of Production 2015
End Of Production 2016
Width Including Mirrors 1960
Front Overhang 869
Rear Overhang 950

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

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

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