Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A3
Power
170HP
Torque
350Nm
Consumption
5.8l/100
Emissions
157g/km
0-100 km/h
8.2s
Top Speed
222km/h
Weight
1415kg
Price
29,730€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 3 doors
350 L
55 L
125 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi A3 2.0 TDI 170 CV Ambition DPF (2006-2008)
General description
The 170 HP Audi A3 2.0 TDI represented, at the time, the culmination of the diesel range for the premium compact par excellence. Launched in 2006, this A3 was not just a car, it was a statement of intent: the perfect symbiosis between the efficiency of a diesel engine and hair-raising performance, all wrapped in the quality and prestige of the four-ring brand.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of this A3 is to feel an immediate surge of power. Its 350 Nm of torque pushes from very low revs with a force that pins you to the seat, making every overtake a mere formality. The six-speed manual gearbox is precise and connects you with the mechanics, while the chassis, firm and poised on its 17-inch tires, conveys a sense of security and agility that invites you to enjoy every curve. It's a car that feels alive, powerful, and extraordinarily stable, a true mile-eater that never loses its composure.
Design and aesthetics
The design of this generation's Audi A3 is an exercise in timeless elegance. Its three-door body gives it a dynamic and youthful silhouette, accentuated by a rising waistline and a robust rear. The iconic 'Singleframe' grille dominates the front, an identity feature that gives it an unmistakable presence. Inside, time seems to have stood still. The quality of the materials, the feel of the controls, and the millimeter-perfect fit of each piece create an atmosphere of solidity and refinement that makes you feel like you're in a car from a higher category.
Technology and features
Although it is a model from the mid-2000s, its mechanical heart was pure avant-garde. The 2.0 TDI engine with pump-injector technology, variable geometry turbo, and diesel particulate filter was a work of engineering capable of generating 170 HP with surprisingly low consumption. Beyond the engine, the technology was felt in the speed-sensitive power steering and in a rigid and safe body structure, demonstrating that Audi's true innovation lay in its engineering excellence.
Competition
In its heyday, this A3 went head-to-head with the best in the segment. Its main adversary was the BMW 120d, which offered the exclusivity of rear-wheel drive and more purist handling. The Volkswagen Golf GTD, with which it shared a platform and a similar philosophy, was presented as a very powerful and effective alternative, albeit with a slightly less premium aura. The A3 played the card of perfect balance: more elegant and refined than the Golf, and more practical and discreet than the BMW, winning over those who sought the highest quality without being flashy.
Conclusion
The 170 HP Audi A3 2.0 TDI is much more than a simple diesel compact. It is a car with a soul, a wolf in sheep's clothing that knew how to combine exciting performance, remarkable efficiency, and a manufacturing quality that has admirably stood the test of time like few others. It was, and for many still is, the benchmark for what a sporty premium compact should be: a complete, satisfying vehicle that leaves an indelible mark on whoever drives it.