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AUDI A3
Audi's A3 is their range of subcompact luxury family vehicles that was initially spawned to take on a giant (in the subcompact hatchback category), the Volkswagen Golf. Although the A3 has since gone through several iterations and evolved into a series of three/five-door hatchbacks and a four-door saloon, it has unceasingly been a vehicle that offers premium build quality and comfort at an accessible price point.
Origin
In 1996, Audi's launch of their premium compact A3 hatchback gave rise to the luxury hatch category. It was based on the same platform as and meant to compete with the Volkswagen Golf, although it featured a simple yet sporty look with its arrow headlights, small grille, and raked rear end. The A3 was an immediate hit.
1st Generation (Typ 8L; 1996–2002)
At its launch in 1996, the A3 was only available as a three-door hatchback--a five-door body known as the Sportback, which was added in 1999 alongside the S3 performance version. Compared to the widely popular mass-marketed Golf, the A3 featured a more attractive interior thanks to its high center console and flat center stack. In late 2000, the A3 received an update on its lights, interior, and other minor cosmetics.
For its engines, the A3 got 1.6L and 1.8L inline four-cylinder gasoline and a 1.9L turbo diesel engine with direct injection (TDI) mated to five-speed manuals, as well as a 1.8L turbocharged inline four-cylinder mated to a six-speed manual.
2nd Generation (Typ 8P; 2003-2011)
The second generation A3 came with a new front grille, ascending beltline and forward-slanting C-pillars, a new bumper and corner-mounted tail lights, and a third stop-light on the roof spoiler. The five-door hatchback was named and would henceforth be known as the Sportback. In 2011, the high-performance RS3 was introduced, usurping the top-of-the-line position from the S3.
The long list of engines for the second generation A3 included 1.2L, 1.4L, 1.8L, and 2.0L inline four-cylinder gasoline engines (of which some featured FSI and TFSI), a 2.5L inline five-cylinder TFSi, a 3.2L VR6 inline six-cylinder, and 1.6L, 1.9L, and 2.0L inline four-cylinder TDIs.
3rd Generation (Typ 8V; 2012-2019)
Audi revamped the A3 for its third generation to be more eco-friendly and fuel-efficient than ever. The updates to its exterior both changed its looks while also contributing to its environmental performance and fuel consumption, such as a tapered windshield, large, sculpted doors for better airflow on the sides, and, in the back, a roof-spoiler that gave it a sportier look and made the A3 more aerodynamic. On the inside was Audi's Virtual Cockpit with a 12.3-inch touchscreen display and integrated Android Auto or the Apple CarPlay systems.
Engines for the vehicle ranged from 1.0L to 2.0L TFSI inline four-cylinder gasoline engines, offering a range of power and fuel efficiency options, to 1.6L to 2.0L inline four-cylinder TDI turbo diesels, providing great torque and diesel efficiency.
4th Generation (Typ 8Y; 2020-present)
Audi cut the three-door hatchback for the fourth generation while adding a saloon to accompany the five-door Sportback. Both the interior and exterior are heavily inspired by Lamborghini's stylings and feature LED headlights and taillights, with the option of Matrix and Laser LED headlights. The fourth generation gets Audi's 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit as standard across the range, in addition to a 10.1-inch touch infotainment display.
Engines available for this model include a 1.0L turbo inline-three-cylinder option, a 1.5L inline four-cylinder gasoline engine, and a 2.0L inline four-cylinder TDI turbodiesel.
Engine Performance & Technology
Audi's A3 gets powerful, reliable, and fuel-efficient engines made by the Volkswagen group. Many of their engines feature Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI) or its turbo version, TFSI. Audi's TFSI engines combine turbocharging and direct fuel injection, directly injecting fuel into the combustion chambers, enhancing performance and efficiency. One standout is the 3.0L TFSI DOHC V6 six-cylinder with a double overhead camshaft design, which improves engine performance. TFSI has since been upgraded to TSI that features a different downpipe and a new PCV system, and can be found in the EA888 engine. The diesel equivalent, TDI, is also found in their diesel engines. In addition, A3 engines from 2012 onwards feature the Start-Stop system that helps save on fuel by turning off the engine when it detects the car has come to a stop and restarting it when the throttle is pressed.
Safety & Reliability
You'll be well-protected in the A3. Standard safety features include lightweight aluminum-hybrid construction, dual front airbags, side airbags, head-protecting side curtains, ABS brakes, and electronic stability control. Newer model years of the A3 are outfitted with many advanced active and passive safety features, including the Audi Pre-Sense collision avoidance system. This exact list will depend on the model and model year.
Trim Configurations
The performance of the A3 is significantly enhanced in the S3 and RS3 versions. Depending on the model year, they can receive upgrades such as more powerful engines and other convenient features to enhance the driving experience. For example, the first generation S3 receives a Haldex Traction-based Quattro system, which is also used in the TT.
Newer standard A3 models come in trims such as Attraction, Ambition, and Ambiente for older generations and Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige for newer ones. These trims offer options for leather/Alcantara seats and are available in either FWD or Quattro (Audi's AWD) configurations.
Conclusion
The A3 has undergone multiple changes but has always offered affordable luxury and exceptional fuel efficiency and performance. Find your Audi A3 at a great price and in good condition here with BE FORWARD.
BE FORWARD : Excellent cars stocked in Japan, Singapore, UK, UAE, Thailand, and Korea, safely delivered worldwide to your location.
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About AUDI A3
Audi's A3 is their range of subcompact luxury family vehicles that was initially spawned to take on a giant (in the subcompact hatchback category), the Volkswagen Golf. Although the A3 has since gone through several iterations and evolved into a series of three/five-door hatchbacks and a four-door saloon, it has unceasingly been a vehicle that offers premium build quality and comfort at an accessible price point.
Origin
In 1996, Audi's launch of their premium compact A3 hatchback gave rise to the luxury hatch category. It was based on the same platform as and meant to compete with the Volkswagen Golf, although it featured a simple yet sporty look with its arrow headlights, small grille, and raked rear end. The A3 was an immediate hit.
1st Generation (Typ 8L; 1996–2002)
At its launch in 1996, the A3 was only available as a three-door hatchback--a five-door body known as the Sportback, which was added in 1999 alongside the S3 performance version. Compared to the widely popular mass-marketed Golf, the A3 featured a more attractive interior thanks to its high center console and flat center stack. In late 2000, the A3 received an update on its lights, interior, and other minor cosmetics.
For its engines, the A3 got 1.6L and 1.8L inline four-cylinder gasoline and a 1.9L turbo diesel engine with direct injection (TDI) mated to five-speed manuals, as well as a 1.8L turbocharged inline four-cylinder mated to a six-speed manual.
2nd Generation (Typ 8P; 2003-2011)
The second generation A3 came with a new front grille, ascending beltline and forward-slanting C-pillars, a new bumper and corner-mounted tail lights, and a third stop-light on the roof spoiler. The five-door hatchback was named and would henceforth be known as the Sportback. In 2011, the high-performance RS3 was introduced, usurping the top-of-the-line position from the S3.
The long list of engines for the second generation A3 included 1.2L, 1.4L, 1.8L, and 2.0L inline four-cylinder gasoline engines (of which some featured FSI and TFSI), a 2.5L inline five-cylinder TFSi, a 3.2L VR6 inline six-cylinder, and 1.6L, 1.9L, and 2.0L inline four-cylinder TDIs.
3rd Generation (Typ 8V; 2012-2019)
Audi revamped the A3 for its third generation to be more eco-friendly and fuel-efficient than ever. The updates to its exterior both changed its looks while also contributing to its environmental performance and fuel consumption, such as a tapered windshield, large, sculpted doors for better airflow on the sides, and, in the back, a roof-spoiler that gave it a sportier look and made the A3 more aerodynamic. On the inside was Audi's Virtual Cockpit with a 12.3-inch touchscreen display and integrated Android Auto or the Apple CarPlay systems.
Engines for the vehicle ranged from 1.0L to 2.0L TFSI inline four-cylinder gasoline engines, offering a range of power and fuel efficiency options, to 1.6L to 2.0L inline four-cylinder TDI turbo diesels, providing great torque and diesel efficiency.
4th Generation (Typ 8Y; 2020-present)
Audi cut the three-door hatchback for the fourth generation while adding a saloon to accompany the five-door Sportback. Both the interior and exterior are heavily inspired by Lamborghini's stylings and feature LED headlights and taillights, with the option of Matrix and Laser LED headlights. The fourth generation gets Audi's 10.25-inch Virtual Cockpit as standard across the range, in addition to a 10.1-inch touch infotainment display.
Engines available for this model include a 1.0L turbo inline-three-cylinder option, a 1.5L inline four-cylinder gasoline engine, and a 2.0L inline four-cylinder TDI turbodiesel.
Engine Performance & Technology
Audi's A3 gets powerful, reliable, and fuel-efficient engines made by the Volkswagen group. Many of their engines feature Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI) or its turbo version, TFSI. Audi's TFSI engines combine turbocharging and direct fuel injection, directly injecting fuel into the combustion chambers, enhancing performance and efficiency. One standout is the 3.0L TFSI DOHC V6 six-cylinder with a double overhead camshaft design, which improves engine performance. TFSI has since been upgraded to TSI that features a different downpipe and a new PCV system, and can be found in the EA888 engine. The diesel equivalent, TDI, is also found in their diesel engines. In addition, A3 engines from 2012 onwards feature the Start-Stop system that helps save on fuel by turning off the engine when it detects the car has come to a stop and restarting it when the throttle is pressed.
Safety & Reliability
You'll be well-protected in the A3. Standard safety features include lightweight aluminum-hybrid construction, dual front airbags, side airbags, head-protecting side curtains, ABS brakes, and electronic stability control. Newer model years of the A3 are outfitted with many advanced active and passive safety features, including the Audi Pre-Sense collision avoidance system. This exact list will depend on the model and model year.
Trim Configurations
The performance of the A3 is significantly enhanced in the S3 and RS3 versions. Depending on the model year, they can receive upgrades such as more powerful engines and other convenient features to enhance the driving experience. For example, the first generation S3 receives a Haldex Traction-based Quattro system, which is also used in the TT.
Newer standard A3 models come in trims such as Attraction, Ambition, and Ambiente for older generations and Premium, Premium Plus, and Prestige for newer ones. These trims offer options for leather/Alcantara seats and are available in either FWD or Quattro (Audi's AWD) configurations.
Conclusion
The A3 has undergone multiple changes but has always offered affordable luxury and exceptional fuel efficiency and performance. Find your Audi A3 at a great price and in good condition here with BE FORWARD.
BE FORWARD : Excellent cars stocked in Japan, Singapore, UK, UAE, Thailand, and Korea, safely delivered worldwide to your location.
