The Audi A3, which was only available in 3-door and 5-door hatchback bodies, has now gained a boot, the same way the Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class is a boot-ed A-Class. The entry level luxury sedan done right, without making any compromises in interior quality. One of the highest rated cars of 2014, the Audi A3 Sedan narrowly edges the Mazda 3 in garnering the 2014 World Car Of The Year Award.
The Good: Everything the car has must be good
The Bad: Except for those who want to be at the rear
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Our Rating: *****
Last Update: February 8, 2015
| OWNERSHIP DETAILS | A3 1.8 TFSI Ambition | A3 2.0 TDI Ambition | A3 2.0 TDI Attraction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | - | - | - |
| Warranty | 5 Years or 100,000 kms | 5 Years or 100,000 kms | 5 Years or 100,000 kms |
| ENGINE SPECS | |||
| Engine | 1.8 DOHC 16V I4 Turbocharged | 2.0 DOHC 16V I4 Turbocharged | 2.0 DOHC 16V I4 Turbocharged |
| Horsepower | 178hp @ 5,100-6,200rpm | 148hp @ 3,500-4,000rpm | 148hp @ 3,500-4,000rpm |
| Torque | 250Nm @ 1,250-5,000rpm | 320Nm @ 1,750-3,000rpm | 320Nm @ 1,750-3,000rpm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline/93 Octane | Diesel/93 Octane | Diesel/93 Octane |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection | Common Rail Direct Injection | Common Rail Direct Injection |
| Transmission | 7-Speed Dual Clutch Automatic | 6-Speed Dual Clutch Automatic | 6-Speed Dual Clutch Automatic |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 Liters | 55 Liters | 55 Liters |
| DIMENSIONS | |||
| Length | 4,456mm | 4,456mm | 4,456mm |
| Width | 1,766mm | 1,766mm | 1,766mm |
| Height | 1,416mm | 1,416mm | 1,416mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,636mm | 2,636mm | 2,636mm |
| Curb Weight | |||
| Body Style | 4-Door Sedan | 4-Door Sedan | 4-Door Sedan |
| Engine/Drive Type | Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive | Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive | Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| SUSPENSION & TIRES | |||
| Front Suspension | McPherson Strut | McPherson Strut | McPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | 4-Link Multi Link | 4-Link Multi Link | 4-Link Multi Link |
| Front Brakes | Vented Disc | Vented Disc | Vented Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Disc | Solid Disc |
| Tires | 225/45 R17 | 205/55 R16 | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheels | 17 Inch Alloy | 16 Inch Alloy | 16 Inch Alloy |
| SAFETY | |||
| Airbags | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Anti-Lock Brakes | Yes, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist | Yes, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist | Yes, with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist |
| Traction/Stability Control | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Other Safety Features | Electronic Stablity Program, ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors | Electronic Stablity Program, ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors | Electronic Stablity Program, ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors |
| EXTERIOR | |||
| Fog Lamps | Front and Rear | Front and Rear | Front and Rear |
| Other Exterior Features | Adds: None | Adds: None | Bi-Xenon Headlamps wth LED Daytime Running Lights, Full LED Rear Lighting, LED Turn Signal Lamps |
| INTERIOR | |||
| Steering Wheel Adjustment | Tilt/Telescopic | Tilt/Telescopic | Tilt/Telescopic |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Seating Adjustment | 8-Way Power With Memory | 8-Way Power With Memory | 4-Way Power |
| Seating Material | Leather | Leather | Leather |
| Other Interior Features | Adds: None | Adds: None | Audi MMI (Multi Media Interface) with 7-inch motorized screen, Audi Music Interface and Symphony Radio, Electronic Parking Brake, |
| CONVENIENCE FEATURES | |||
| Power Amenities | Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors | Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors | Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors |
| Climate Control | Automatic Dual Zone | Automatic Dual Zone | Manual |
| Audio System | Audi MMI (Multi Media Interface) with 7-inch motorized screen, Audi Music Interface (CD/AUX/USB/Bluetooth), Symphony Radio (AM/FM) | Audi MMI (Multi Media Interface) with 7-inch motorized screen, Audi Music Interface (CD/AUX/USB/Bluetooth), Symphony Radio (AM/FM) | Audi MMI (Multi Media Interface) with 7-inch motorized screen, Audi Music Interface (CD/AUX/USB/Bluetooth), Symphony Radio (AM/FM) |
| Speakers | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Steering Wheel Controls | Yes, Audio and Telephone (Cruise Control Stalks) | Yes, Audio and Telephone (Cruise Control Stalks) | Yes, Audio and Telephone (Cruise Control Stalks) |
| Alarm | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Yes (Smart Entry and Start Optional) | Yes (Smart Entry and Start Optional) | Yes (Smart Entry and Start Optional) |
| RIVALS | Mercedes-Benz CLA |
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