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(Discuss) Audi A3 2008 Audi A3 Sportback Manufacturer Audi Production 1996–present Class Small family car Layout transverse front engine, front-wheel drive or quattro on-demand four-wheel drive Platform Volkswagen Group A platform series The Audi A3 is a small family car produced by the German automaker Audi since 1996. Two generations of A3 exist, both based on the Volkswagen Group A platform, which they share with several other models such as the Audi TT, Volkswagen Golf, Caddy and Touran as well as SEAT León, SEAT Toledo and Škoda Octavia. Contents 1 First generation (Typ 8L, 1996–2006) 1.1 Engines 1.2 Gallery 2 Second generation (Typ 8P/8PA, 2003–present) 2.1 Body styles 2.2 North American launch 2.3 2008 revisions 2.4 Audi S3 (2006-) 2.5 Audi RS3 (2011-) 2.6 Audi A3 2.0 TDI clean diesel (2010-) 2.7 Engines 2.8 Marketing 2.9 Gallery 3 Awards and accolades 4 See also 5 References 6 External links [edit] First generation (Typ 8L, 1996–2006) Audi A3 (8L) Audi A3 5-Door (post-facelift) Production Germany: 1996–2003 Brasil: 2000–2006 Assembly Ingolstadt, Germany; Curitiba, Brazil (Audi Senna) Body style(s) 3-door hatchback 5-door hatchback Platform Volkswagen Group A4 (PQ34) platform Engine(s) 1.6 L I4 1.8L I4 20v 1.8L I4 20v Turbo 1.9L TDI I4 Transmission(s) 5-speed Manual 6-speed Manual 4-speed Automatic 5-speed Automatic Wheelbase 2,513 mm (98.9 in) quattro: 2,518 mm (99.1 in) Length 4,152 mm (163.5 in) Width 1,735 mm (68.3 in) Height 1,423 mm (56.0 in) Related Audi TT (8N) Mk1 SEAT León Mk1 SEAT Toledo Mk2 VW Golf Mk4 VW Jetta Mk4 VW New Beetle Škoda Octavia Mk1 Designer Peter Schreyer The original A3 (or Typ 8L) was introduced in the European market in 1996, marking Audi's return to the lower market segments since the demise of the Audi 50. This was the first Volkswagen Group model to use the "PQ34" or "A4" platform, bearing a natural close resemblance to its contemporary, the Volkswagen Golf Mk4. The car was initially available only with a three-door hatchback body, in order to present a more sporty image than the Golf, in both front- and four-wheel drive. All engines were an inline four-cylinder configuration, and were transversely mounted. After the A4, the Audi A3 was the second model in the Audi lineup to use five valves per cylinder. In 1999, Audi expanded the range with the introduction of more powerful versions: a 1.8 Turbo rated 180 PS (132 kW; 178 hp), and a 1.9 TDI diesel engine with Unit Injector "Pumpe Düse" (PD) technology and variable geometry turbocharger. The four-wheel-drive A3 1.8T quattro used either the 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) or 180 PS (130 kW; 180 hp) engine, and the same Haldex Traction-based on-demand four-wheel drive system as the Audi S3 and the Audi TT. 1999 was also the year Audi was forced to bow to market demands and introduced a hastily-conceived five-door body that the company had not previously intended to produce.[citation needed] In late 2000, the A3 range was revised with new headlights and rear light clusters, other minor cosmetic changes, an improved interior, and the introduction of a six-speed manual gearbox, on the 180 PS (132 kW; 178 hp) 1.8 Turbo and the brand new 130 PS (96 kW; 128 hp) 1.9 TDI. Audi's Electronic Stability Programme (ESP), traction-control and brake force distribution computer became standard equipment in some countries. Although the Audi A3 was replaced in Europe during 2003, the first generation model continues to be sold in undeveloped countries. Production of the first generation model stopped in Brazil in 2006. [edit] Engines The engines used are the same as for many other cars in the Volkswagen Group. Name Type Engine code Output@rpm Torque@rpm 0–100 km/h,s Top speed Years Petrol engines 1.6 8v 1,595 cc (97 cu in) I4 AEH/AKL/APF 101 PS (74 kW; 100 hp) @5600 rpm 145 N·m (107 lb·ft) @3800 rpm 12.0 s 188 km/h (117 mph) 1996–2000 1.6 8v 1,595 cc (97 cu in) I4 AVU/BFQ 102 PS (75 kW; 101 hp) @5600 rpm 148 N·m (109 lb·ft) @3800 rpm 11.9 s 189 km/h (117 mph) 2000–2003 1.8 20v 1,781 cc (109 cu in) I4 AGN/APG 125 PS (92 kW; 123 hp) @6000 170 N·m (125 lb·ft) @4200 9.6 s 202 km/h (126 mph) 1996–2003 1.8 20vT 1,781 cc (109 cu in) I4 turbo AGU/ARZ/ARX/AUM 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) @5700 210 N·m (155 lb·ft) @1750–4600 8.2 s 217 km/h (135 mph) 1996–2003 1.8 20vT 1,781 cc (109 cu in) I4 turbo AJQ/APP/ARY/AUQ 180 PS (132 kW; 178 hp) @5500 235 N·m (173 lb·ft) @1950–5000 7.5 s 228 km/h (142 mph) 1999–2003 1.8 20vT (S3) 1,781 cc (109 cu in) I4 turbo APY, AMK 210 PS (154 kW; 207 hp) @5800 270 N·m (199 lb·ft) @2100 6.8 s 238 km/h (148 mph) 1999–2001 1.8 20vT (S3) 1,781 cc (109 cu in) I4 turbo BAM 225 PS (165 kW; 222 hp) @5900 280 N·m (207 lb·ft) @2200 6.6 s 243 km/h (151 mph) 2001–2003 Diesel engines 1.9 8v TDI 1,896 cc (116 cu in) I4 turbo AGR/ALH 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) @4000 210 N·m (155 lb·ft) @1900 12.4 s 181 km/h (112 mph) 1996–2001 1.9 8v TDI 1,896 cc (116 cu in) I4 turbo ATD/AXR 100 PS (74 kW; 99 hp) @4000 240 N·m (177 lb·ft) @1800–2400 11.0 s 188 km/h (117 mph) 2001–2003 1.9 8v TDI 1,896 cc (116 cu in) I4 turbo AHF/ASV 110 PS (81 kW; 108 hp) @4150 235 N·m (173 lb·ft) @1900 10.5 s 194 km/h (121 mph) 1997–2000 1.9 8v TDI 1,896 cc (116 cu in) I4 turbo ASZ 130 PS (96 kW; 128 hp) @4000 310 N·m (229 lb·ft) @1900 9.2 s 205 km/h (127 mph) 2000–2003 [edit] Gallery Audi A3 3-door (pre-facelift) Audi A3 5-door (pre-facelift) Audi A3 5-door (post-facelift) [edit] Second generation (Typ 8P/8PA, 2003–present) Audi A3 (8P) Audi A3 2.0T 5-door (US) Production 2003–present Assembly Ingolstadt, Germany [1] Brussels, Belgium (2004-2005; 2007 onwards) Predecessor Audi Cabriolet (for A3 cabriolet) Body style(s) 3-door hatchback 5-door estate 2-door convertible Platform Volkswagen Group A5 (PQ35) platform Engine(s) Petrol engines: 1.4 L I4 Turbo FSI (TFSI) 1.6 L I4 1.6 L I4 FSI 2.0 L I4 FSI 1.8 L I4 TFSI 2.0 L I4 TFSI 3.2 L VR6 Diesel engines: 1.6 L I4 TDI 1.9 L I4 TDI 2.0 L I4 TDI Transmission(s) 5-speed Manual 6-speed Manual 6-speed Automatic 6-speed S-Tronic 7-speed S-Tronic Wheelbase 2,578 mm (101.5 in) Length 3-door: 4,215 mm (165.9 in) 5-door: 4,285 mm (168.7 in) Width 1,765 mm (69.5 in) Height 1,420 mm (55.9 in) Related Audi TT (8J) Mk2 VW Golf/Rabbit Mk5 SEAT León II SEAT Toledo Mk3 SEAT Altea VW Jetta Mk5 Škoda Octavia II In the 2003 Geneva Motor Show, Audi launched the second-generation of the A3, the Typ 8P, designed by Walter de'Silva. Originally launched only as a three-door hatchback with four cylinder engines, it featured a new automobile platform (the PQ35 platform), a redesigned and more spacious interior, new petrol engines with Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI), and standard six-speed manual gearboxes (except on the base 1.6). In mid 2003, the line was updated with two sports-orientated models, a 2.0 Turbo-FSI version rated 200 PS (147 kW; 197 hp), and a 3.2 VR6 engine (for the first time) with 250 PS (184 kW; 247 hp). Haldex Traction-based quattro on-demand four wheel drive, and the S-Tronic semi-auto gearbox were introduced as options (quattro is standard on the VR6) on every model with engine over 140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp). [edit] Body styles Chassis codes 8P1 8PA 8P7 Body type 3-door hatchback 5-door Sportback Cabriolet Years 2003- 2004- 2008- The five-door A3 Sportback model was introduced in June 2004. The A3 Sportback is 80 mm (3 in) longer than the base three-door body, and includes improved rear cabin space and a larger luggage compartment (370 litres). It also received the new "single frame" front grille originally introduced in the A8 W12, which was later adopted across the whole A3 range. [edit] North American launch In 2005, the "S line" trim level, with new sporty decorative elements, became available in certain models, and the 3-door received the same frontend as the Sportback. For the first time, the A3 became available in the North American market, exclusively with the Sportback body, with the base 2.0 straight-4 TFSI introduced in 2005 as a 2006 model, and the 3.2 VR6 quattro following in 2006. [edit] 2008 revisions Audi A3 1.9 TDIe Sportback (Australia; facelift) Audi A3 2.0 TDI Ambition Sportback (Australia; facelift) In 2008, Audi introduced a number of changes to the A3 and S3. These include revised nose and tail styling, with a modified grille and the new "trademark" daytime running lights, common rail 2.0 TDI engines, 7-speed S tronic dual clutch transmission availability for the smaller non-U.S. engines, and optional "magnetic ride" adaptive shock absorbers. In addition, the range now includes an S3 Sportback model.[2] [edit] Audi S3 (2006-) Main article: Audi S3 In August 2006, Audi announced the arrival of the S3. The 2.0 TFSI engine was rated 265 PS (195 kW; 261 hp), and is available with standard quattro and a 6-speed manual transmission. It is to accelerate from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.7 seconds. The springs and dampers were tuned for a harder setting, and ride height lowered by 25 mm (1 in). 225/40 ZR18 tyres are standard. [edit] Audi RS3 (2011-) In November 2010, Audi announced an RS3 Sportback variant of the A3 Sportback. Powered by a 5-cylinder, 2.5-litre 340 PS (250 kW; 335 hp) engine and equipped with 7-speed S tronic transmission and quattro four-wheel drive, acceleration is quoted as 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.6 seconds. The RS3 features a wider track, flared wheelarches, sill panels, and distinctive front and rear styling. First deliveries are expected in early 2011.[3] [edit] Audi A3 2.0 TDI clean diesel (2010-) The A3 2.0 TDI clean diesel is a version of Audi's A3 2.0 TDI for the North American market, making it the second Audi TDI vehicle sold in North America, following the Audi Q7 TDI in 2008. It is a FWD vehicle with S-tronic transmission with Hill-hold assist, Sirius satellite radio, Leather seats and steering wheel, Auxiliary audio input, Dual-zone climate control, 17 in (431.8 mm) alloy wheels. The vehicle was unveiled in 2009 North American International Auto Show. This US model would begin sale in the first quarter of 2010 as a 2010 model year vehicle.[4] [edit] Engines The engines used are the same as for many other cars in the Volkswagen Group. Model Engine displacement Engine type Engine code Power@rpm Torque@rpm Years Petrol engines 1.2 TFSI 1,197 cc (73 cu in) I4 DOHC 16V FSI turbo CAXC 105 PS (77 kW; 104 hp) @5000 175 N·m (129 lb·ft) @1550-4100 2010– 1.4 TFSI 1,390 cc (85 cu in) I4 DOHC 16V FSI turbo CAXC 125 PS (92 kW; 123 hp) @5000 200 N·m (148 lb·ft) @1500-4000 2007–present 1.6 1,595 cc (97 cu in) I4 SOHC 8V BGU / BSE / BSF / CCS 102 PS (75 kW; 101 hp) @5600 148 N·m (109 lb·ft) @3800 2003–2010 1.6 FSI 1,598 cc (98 cu in) I4 DOHC 16V FSI BAG / BLF / BLP 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) @6000 155 N·m (114 lb·ft) @4000 2003–2007 1.8 TFSI 1,798 cc (110 cu in) I4 DOHC 16V FSI turbo BYT / BZB 160 PS (118 kW; 158 hp) @5000-6200 250 N·m (184 lb·ft) @1500-4200 2007–2008 CDAA 160 PS (118 kW; 158 hp) @4500-6200 250 N·m (184 lb·ft) @1500-4500 2009–present 2.0 FSI 1,984 cc (121 cu in) I4 DOHC 16V FSI AXW / BLR / BLX / BLY BVY / BVX / BVZ 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp) @6000 200 N·m (148 lb·ft) @3250–4250 2003–2007 2.0 TFSI I4 DOHC 16V FSI turbo AXX / BPY / BWA / CAWB 200 PS (147 kW; 197 hp) @5100–6000 280 N·m (207 lb·ft) @1800–5000 2004–2008 CCZA 280 N·m (207 lb·ft) @1700–5000 2009– BHZ / CDLA 265 PS (195 kW; 261 hp) @6000 350 N·m (258 lb·ft) @2500–5000 2006– (Audi S3 only) 3.2 FSI 3,189 cc (195 cu in) VR6 DOHC 24V FSI AXZ / BDB / BMJ / BUB 250 PS (184 kW; 247 hp) @6300 320 N·m (236 lb·ft) @2500–3000 2003–2009 AXZ?(Canada)[5] 320 N·m (236 lb·ft) @2800–3200 2003–2009 2.5 TFSI 2,480 cc (151 cu in) I5 DOHC 20V FSI turbo CEPA 340 PS (250 kW; 335 hp) @5400-6500 450 N·m (332 lb·ft) @1600-5300 2011– (Audi RS3 only)[citation needed] Diesel engines 1.6 TDI 1,598 cc (98 cu in) I4 DOHC 16V common rail turbo with DPF CAYB 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) @4200 230 N·m (170 lb·ft) @1500-2500 2009–present CAYA 105 PS (77 kW; 104 hp) @4400 250 N·m (184 lb·ft) @1500-2500 2009–present 1.9 TDI 1,896 cc (116 cu in) I4 SOHC 8V TDI with unit injectors BJB / BKC / BXE / BLS 105 PS (77 kW; 104 hp) @4000 250 N·m (184 lb·ft) @1900 2003–2009 2.0 TDI 1,968 cc (120 cu in) I4 DOHC 16V turbo with unit injectors BKD 140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp) @4000[6] 320 N·m (236 lb·ft) @1750–2500 2003–2008 I4 DOHC 16V turbo with unit injectors and DPF BMM 140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp) @4000[6] 320 N·m (236 lb·ft) @1750–2500 2006–2008 I4 DOHC 16V turbo with unit injectors and DPF BMN 170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp) @4200 350 N·m (258 lb·ft) @1750–2500 2006–2008 I4 DOHC 16V common rail turbo with DPF CBAB 140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp) @4200 320 N·m (236 lb·ft) @1750–2500 2008–present CBBB 170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp) @4200 350 N·m (258 lb·ft) @1750–2500 2008–present I4 DOHC 16V common rail turbo with piezo element injectors and DPF CBEA 140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp) @4200[7] 320 N·m (236 lb·ft) @1750–2500 2010– In April 2006, the line-up was expanded with the introduction of a more powerful 2.0 TDI with 170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp). In January 2007, the normally aspirated (non-turbo) 2.0 FSI was replaced by a new turbocharged 1.8 TFSI engine rated 160 PS (118 kW; 158 hp). It is available in front-wheel drive only. In late 2007, Audi introduced a new 125 PS (92 kW; 123 hp) 1.4L TFSI engine for the A3, replacing the 1.6 FSI engine, and a new diesel "e"-model. The "e"-model, Audi's equivalent of Volkswagen's BlueMotion, is available with the 1.9L TDI engine, and offers a more ecological car, with a CO2 emission below 120 g/km. In June 2009, Audi announced the release of two models of A3 1.6 TDI for European market. The first uses Audi's start/stop and energy recovery system, and will produce 105 PS (77 kW; 104 hp). This engine will achieve approximately 4.1 L/100 km (69 mpg-imp; 57 mpg-US).[clarification needed] The second engine does not use the same efficiency systems and will produce 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) will get 4.5 L/100 km (63 mpg-imp; 52 mpg-US). They went on sale in June 2009.[8] In August 2009, Audi announced that the 1.6 8-valve petrol engine would be replaced by a turbocharged 1.2 TFSI engine already found in VW's Polo and Golf models. This engine is rated at 105 PS (77 kW; 104 hp) and 175 N·m (129 lb·ft), emitting 127 g/km of CO2.[9] As of April 2010, Audi has yet to release official specifications or prices for the 1.2 TSI model, as the 1.6 model has been made a special clearance model for clearing out 1.6 stock.[citation needed] [edit] Marketing In the Spring of 2005, Audi began a massive alternate reality game to advertise for the A3, known as The Art of the Heist. In February 2010, the A3 TDI was featured in Audi's "Green Car" Super Bowl spot, which highlighted that model's "2010 Green Car of the Year" designation by Green Car Journal. [edit] Gallery A3 (3-door) S-line (pre-facelift) A3 (3-door) 1.9TDI (post-facelift) A3 Sportback A3 Cabriolet Interior [edit] Awards and accolades (2009) Green Car Journal's Green Car of the Year for 2010 (TDI Model) (2009) Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick in midsize cars for 2010 model year [10] (2008) Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick in midsize cars (2007) Audi 2.0T FSI named International Engine of the Year (1.8L - 2.0L category) (2006) International Car of the Year Entry-Level Car of the Year – “Most Spirited” (2006) Auto Interior of the Year in popular-priced category (2006) Named overall best New England Winter Vehicle by the New England Motor Press Association (2006) Best Luxury Small Car Pick by BusinessWeek Magazine (2006) South African Car of the Year (2005) Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Double Best Pick for frontal-offset and side-impact tests (2000) Brazilian Car of the Year (1998) Federal German Prize for Product Design (1997, 1999, 2000) Auto Motor und Sport readers' poll Best Car award (1997) Autozeitung "Auto Trophy" award (1996) Bild am Sonntag "Golden Steering Wheel" award [edit] See also Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro concept Audi S3 [edit] References ^ "Audi UK - production info". 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Though he’s wrong about the car being ‘dead’ – he was whingeing about London traffic – he’s right that I don’t live in the real world, and my feelings for this 2.0-litre 211bhp A5 prove it. I was in the enviable position of only ever having driven diesel A5s before, see: 2.7s and 3.0s. Glorious they are, too – fast, frugal and well suited to this gorgeous coupe. The little buzzy high-pitched 2.0-litre petrol turbo just didn’t do the business in the same way for me. If you tried it first, it might be OK. A car that looks as industrial and Bauhaus and Jules Verne and chunky as this needs a low-revving, effortless big turbodiesel. But I don’t live in the real world, I only drive these cars and rate them. The A5 210bhp TFSI is a significant £3,000 less in base form than the 2.7 diesel: £28k plays £31k. And it’s only £26k for the 180bhp TFSI model. But, says I, speaking from a parallel universe not in any way related to the real world, I’d think very seriously about the repayment difference every month between this car and one of the diesels. Though the petrol engine is nippy, quick to rev and by no means lacking in character, it’s just not the right character for the A5. The sound is too lightweight and buzzy, and though the ride is a bit better due to the lighter engine, it’s not enough to make up the difference. Bill Thomas Now share it More More Audi A5 cars we've driven... Audi A5 RS5May 2010 Advertisement Find your next car now Over 200,000 used and new cars available Search Audi A5 for sale I fancy something else Lexus RX 350 £31,590 - £41,675 Alfa Romeo GT £18,886 - £24,905 BMW 1 Series £15,895 - £27,905 Advertisement Cars for sale: Audi A5 Powered by Auto Trader Used car New car You can also search for a new Audi A5. Postcode Pop your postcode in here (or leave it and search for cars near the Top Gear office. Errr?) 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