2012-2021 A3 OverviewAudi A3 Overview (2012 - 2021)
8V
Tech Specs Summary
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- 120 - 174 mph
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- 4.1 - 11.4 seconds
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- 104 - 395 hp
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- 28.3 - 156.8 mpg
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- 2,701 - 3,770 lbs
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- 13.8 - 15 ft3 (Sedan)
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- 10.1 - 11.3 ft3 (Convertible)
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- 9.9 - 43.1 ft3 (Hatchback)
This generation of the Audi A3 (8V) was produced by the German manufacturer Audi between 2012 - 2021. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as a sedan, convertible or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 104 hp 1.2 L Inline 4 Turbo gasoline engine all the way to a 395 hp 2.5 L Inline 5 Turbo gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension. However, some models have torsion beam rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the A3 is the Audi RS3 Limousine which scores 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 395 hp and a power/weight ratio of 8.84 lb/hp it has a top speed of 174 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.1 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Audi A3 Sportback 1.6 TDI 105 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 817 miles and can store 13.4-43.1 cubic feet of cargo. It also has an unbraked towing capacity of 1,455 lbs and a braked towing capacity of 3,307 lbs.
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