Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A1
Power
86HP
Torque
160Nm
Consumption
5.1l/100
Emissions
118g/km
0-100 km/h
11.9s
Top Speed
180km/h
Weight
1140kg
Price
19,250€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
270 L
45 L
63 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi A1 Sportback 1.2 TFSI 86 CV Ambition (2012)
General description
The 2012 Audi A1 Sportback is not just a car; it's a statement of intent in a compact format. It represents the entry into the Audi universe, promising the quality and prestige of the four-ring brand in a package perfect for the city, but without sacrificing the versatility provided by its five doors.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of this A1 is to feel an immediate connection. Its 86 horsepower, thanks to the turbo, feel lively and energetic from very low revs, turning every traffic light into an opportunity to enjoy its agility. The 5-speed manual transmission is precise and makes you a participant in the driving, while the chassis conveys a solidity and poise that fill you with confidence. It's not a sports car, but its behavior is so noble and balanced that it invites you to enjoy every curve, feeling the asphalt in a way few cars of its size can achieve.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the A1 Sportback is an exercise in restrained elegance. Every line, every surface, speaks the language of Audi: purity, sportiness, and a quality that is perceived at first glance. The five-door body does not compromise its dynamic silhouette but adds a dose of practicality. Inside, the atmosphere is pure premium minimalism. The materials are excellent to the touch and sight, the fits are millimeter-perfect, and everything is oriented towards the driver, creating an atmosphere that makes you feel special, as if you were in a car from a much higher segment.
Technology and features
Although it is a 2012 model, the A1 already incorporated technologies that defined modern efficiency. Its heart, the 1.2 TFSI engine, is a small engineering gem with direct injection and a turbo, designed to offer a strong response with very low consumption. The Stop-Start system, which stops the engine at stops, was a sign of Audi's commitment to urban efficiency. The electro-hydraulic steering, for its part, offered a precise feel and adapted to speed, combining comfort in the city and firmness on the highway.
Competition
At its launch, the Audi A1 Sportback found itself in a very competitive market niche, that of premium superminis with a strong component of design and personality. Its most direct rivals were the iconic MINI Cooper, with its unmistakable go-kart feel and British charisma; the Citroën DS3, which opted for a bold design and extensive customization options; and the Alfa Romeo MiTo, which played the card of passion and Italian sports style. Against them, the A1 offered the sobriety, build quality, and brand image of Audi.
Conclusion
The Audi A1 Sportback 1.2 TFSI is much more than a small car; it is the essence of Audi concentrated in an urban bottle. It is the perfect choice for those who seek the quality, refinement, and technology of a premium brand without needing the size of a large sedan. It is a car that excites with its design, convinces with its performance, and charms with its details. A small work of art that shows that true luxury is not always at odds with compact dimensions.