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Audi A3 1.8

General information

ModelAudi A3 1.8
Year1996
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving8.4 litres/100 km (28.17 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power125.00 PS (92 kW or 123 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque173.00 Nm (17.6 kgf-m or 127.6 ft.lbs) at 4100 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke81.0 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder5
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed196.0 km/h (121.8 mph)
0-60 miles9.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1096 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4370 litres (1,155 gallons)
Cargo space350 litres (92 gallons)
Optional cargo space1100 litres (291 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1140 kg (2,513.3 pounds)
Max weight with load1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Towing weight2300 kg (5,070.6 pounds)
Overall length4160 mm (163.8 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2660 mm (104.7 inches)
Fuel capacity54.0 litres (14.27 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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