Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A1
Power
122HP
Torque
200Nm
Consumption
5.2l/100
Emissions
122g/km
0-100 km/h
8.9s
Top Speed
203km/h
Weight
1200kg
Price
21,640€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 7v
FWD
4 / 3 doors
270 L
45 L
90 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi A1 1.4 TFSI 122 CV Attraction S tronic 7 vel. (2012-2014)
General description
The Audi A1 burst onto the market as a bold statement of intent: to encapsulate the entire premium essence of Audi in the smallest bottle. This 2012 A1, with its 122-horsepower 1.4 TFSI engine and the exquisite 7-speed S tronic gearbox, is not just a city car; it's a concentrated luxury experience, a gateway to the universe of the four rings that feels personal and exclusive from the very first moment.
Driving experience
Driving this A1 is to feel an immediate and rewarding connection. The TFSI engine pushes with surprising energy from very low revs, turning every traffic light into an opportunity to smile. The S tronic gearbox is pure magic, with shifts so fast and smooth they seem telepathic, always keeping the engine in its sweet spot. Its agile chassis and precise steering make it a corner-eater, conveying a sense of control and poise that makes you forget its size. It's a car that invites you to drive, that excites you on every journey, no matter how short.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the Audi A1 is an exercise in restrained elegance and sportiness. Its 3-door body gives it a dynamic and youthful profile, while every line and surface proudly screams 'Audi'. The quality of the exterior finishes is superb, but it's when you open the door that your heart skips a beat. The interior is a miniature work of art, with materials and fits worthy of its larger siblings. Sitting inside is to feel enveloped by a quality you can see and touch, a premium atmosphere that makes you feel special.
Technology and features
Under its compact skin, this A1 hides cutting-edge technology for its time. The 1.4 TFSI engine with direct injection and turbo is the heart of the beast, efficient and powerful in equal measure. The dual-clutch S tronic transmission is an engineering gem that redefines smoothness and speed in an automatic car. Added to this is the Start-Stop system to optimize city consumption and an electro-hydraulic steering that perfectly balances assistance and feel. It's proof that great technology doesn't need a large space.
Competition
At its launch, the Audi A1 faced rivals with a lot of personality. Its main competitor was the iconic MINI Cooper, with its focus on the 'go-kart feeling'. It also measured up against the Italian style and design of the Alfa Romeo MiTo and the French chic of the Citroën DS3. However, the A1 played in its own league, offering a level of interior refinement, ride quality, and brand prestige that placed it a step above, like a car from a higher segment in a subcompact body.
Conclusion
The Audi A1 1.4 TFSI S tronic is much more than the sum of its parts. It is the demonstration that luxury, performance, and emotion know no size. It was, and still is, a car for those who value quality above all else and desire a refined and fun driving experience in their daily lives. A small giant that won hearts not by being the biggest, but by being, in its essence, a purebred Audi. A timeless gem that continues to ignite passions.