Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A1
Power
122HP
Torque
200Nm
Consumption
5.4l/100
Emissions
125g/km
0-100 km/h
9s
Top Speed
203km/h
Weight
1200kg
Price
19,630€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
270 L
45 L
90 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi A1 Sportback 1.4 TFSI 122 CV Attraction (2011-2012)
General description
The 2012 Audi A1 Sportback is proof that greatness isn't measured in meters. With this five-door body, the little one from Ingolstadt dressed up in versatility, offering the perfect entry point into the Audi universe without sacrificing practicality. This 1.4 TFSI with 122 horsepower represents the perfect balance, a car that captivates with its compact and premium design, and convinces with its maturity on the road.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the 1.4-liter TFSI heart beats with surprising energy. Its 122 horsepower and 200 Nm of torque, available from very low revs, provide an agile and full response, making every acceleration a small pleasure. It feels light, but with extraordinary poise in corners, as if it were a car from a higher segment. The electro-hydraulic steering communicates with precision, and the six-speed manual gearbox connects you directly to a dynamic and refined driving experience.
Design and aesthetics
The A1 Sportback is a sculpture of compact elegance. It maintains the sporty essence of the original A1 but adds the functionality of five doors with a mastery that doesn't break its dynamic silhouette. Inside, the experience is pure Audi: an interior that embraces you with high-quality materials and perfect fits, where every control conveys solidity. It's a cabin that not only looks good but feels like a luxury refuge, proving that size is not at odds with excellence.
Technology and features
Under its hood lies the magic of TFSI engineering. The combination of direct injection and a turbocharger not only achieves remarkable performance but also an enviable efficiency for its time, supported by a smoothly operating Stop-Start system. Beyond the engine, the technology is felt in the chassis, with variable-assist steering that stiffens with speed to inspire confidence, creating a perfect symbiosis between comfort and sportiness.
Competition
In the exclusive club of 2012 premium subcompacts, the Audi A1 Sportback faced rivals with a lot of personality. The MINI Cooper played the card of iconic design and a 'go-kart' feel, while the Alfa Romeo MiTo seduced with its Italian passion and style. Against them, the A1 offered a more mature and balanced proposition: the build quality of a German sedan, superior versatility, and a refinement on the move that made it the most 'car-like' of them all.
Conclusion
The Audi A1 Sportback 1.4 TFSI is much more than just a small, pretty car. It is the essence of Audi concentrated in a compact bottle: quality, technology, and superb driving pleasure. It represents a purchase that is as rational for its versatility and efficiency as it is passionate for the sensations it conveys. A vehicle that proved you could have all the prestige and solidity of the four-ring brand in a format perfect for modern life.