Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A1
Power
90HP
Torque
230Nm
Consumption
3.4l/100
Emissions
91g/km
0-100 km/h
11.6s
Top Speed
182km/h
Weight
1195kg
Price
19,910€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
270 L
45 L
66 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi A1 Sportback 1.4 TDI ultra 90 CV Attraction (2014-2016)
General description
The 2015 Audi A1 Sportback, in its 1.4 TDI ultra version, represents the gateway to Audi's premium universe in a compact, urban format. It's a car that promises the quality and refinement of the four-ring brand, but with a three-cylinder diesel heart designed for maximum efficiency, offering a sophisticated and economical driving experience for daily use.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the A1 Sportback 1.4 TDI feels agile and poised, a purely Audi sensation. Despite its 90 hp, the generous 230 Nm of torque available from very low revs gives it an energetic and decisive response in the city and on secondary roads. It's not a sports car, its acceleration is modest, but the precision of its steering and the solidity of its chassis convey a confidence and driving pleasure that make you feel like you're in a higher-category car. The sound of the three-cylinder engine is peculiar, but it is well insulated, maintaining calm and comfort in the cabin.
Design and aesthetics
The design of the Audi A1 Sportback is an exercise in restrained elegance. Its lines are clean, athletic, and timeless, encapsulating Audi's DNA in a body less than four meters long. The Singleframe grille and sharp-looking headlights give it an unmistakable and characterful front end. Inside, the A1 dazzles with a quality of materials and fit and finish that were the absolute benchmark in its segment. Every button, every surface, conveys a sense of solidity and attention to detail that envelops you in a premium atmosphere.
Technology and features
The technology in this A1 focuses on efficiency. The 'ultra' engine is the star, a 1.4-liter, three-cylinder block that, thanks to common-rail direct injection, a variable geometry turbo, and the Start-Stop system, achieves extraordinarily low consumption figures, with an official rating of just 3.4 l/100km. Although the Attraction version is the entry-level model, it already included features like electromechanical power steering, which adapts to speed to offer comfort during maneuvers and firmness on the road. It's proof that advanced engineering is not just for going fast, but also for saving fuel.
Competition
In the exclusive ring of premium superminis of 2015, the Audi A1 Sportback faced rivals with a lot of personality. Its main adversary was the 5-door MINI, which offered a more playful driving experience and an iconic design with endless customization options. It also competed with the DS 3, which opted for an avant-garde and chic French style. Although models like the Volkswagen Polo could match it in quality in their higher-end versions, the A1 always played the card of prestige and brand image that only the four rings could offer.
Conclusion
The Audi A1 Sportback 1.4 TDI ultra is a miniature gem. It is the perfect choice for those seeking the distinction, quality, and efficiency of an Audi without needing the size of its larger siblings. It sacrifices some space and pure performance, but it more than compensates with an unsurpassed interior quality in its class, ridiculously low fuel consumption, and the feeling of driving a solid, well-made car. It is more than just a supermini; it is a statement of intent, a concentrated premium experience.