2013 Audi A3

CAR GARAGE | 2013 Audi A3 | Versions with hybrid and alternative drive systems Such as natural gas and Audi e-gas are currently in development. Audi ultra lightweight technology has helped to trim weight in the body of the appealing three-door car - compared to the previous model, the new A3 is now 80 kg (176.37 lb) lighter. The engines are powerful yet highly efficient, the interior offers an ambiance of dynamic style.

The engine downsizing concept - reducing displacement by supercharging - stands for high power with low fuel consumption. This engine accelerates the A3 from zero to 100 km / h (62.14 mph) in 9.3 seconds and up to a top speed of 203 km / h (126.14 mph). The 1.8 TFSI - with an engine displacement of 1.798 cc - Produces 132 kW (180 hp) and outputs 250 Nm (184.39 lb-ft) of torque Between 1.250 and 5.000 rpm. It combines direct injection with supplemental injection into the induction pipe, the valve stroke varies based on load using the Audi valve lift system and utilizes a very elaborate thermal management system to Quickly heat the engine after a cold start.

Its key performance data: zero to 100 km / h (62.14 mph) in 7.2 seconds, top speed 232 km / h (144.16 mph), combined fuel consumption of 5.6 liters per 100 km (42.00 U.S. mpg), equivalent to 130 g CO2 per km (209.21 g / mile). The 2.0 TDI with 1.968 cc displacement engine also offers a high-performance thermal management system. Producing 110 kW (150 hp) and 320 Nm (236.02 lb-ft), this diesel engine delivers tremendous power.

Audi will be extending the engine line-up of the A3 series models step by step. A dynamic S model and other highly efficient and low-emissions versions are planned, Including a CNG version for operation with natural gas or Audi E-gas. A version with the 1.6 TDI Especially efficient engine will debut in 2012; it consumes just 3.8 liters diesel/100 km (61.90 U.S. mpg), equivalent to 99 g/CO2 (159.33 g / mile). At the A3 market launch, Audi will pair the 1.4 TFSI and 2.0 TDI with a six-speed manual transmission. In the 1.8 TFSI, the seven-speed S tronic is standard; the highly efficient dual-clutch transmission integrates a freewheeling function in conjunction with Audi drive select.