Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A3
Power
150HP
Torque
320Nm
Consumption
4.7l/100
Emissions
122g/km
0-100 km/h
8.4s
Top Speed
214km/h
Weight
1435kg
Price
31,920€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Manual 6v
AWD
5 / 3 doors
365 L
50 L
110 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi A3 2.0 TDI 150 CV quattro Ambition (2012-2014)
General description
The 2012 Audi A3 is not just a car; it's the embodiment of the premium compact. In this version with the powerful 150 HP 2.0 TDI engine and the legendary quattro traction, it becomes a machine for devouring miles with an exciting security and poise. It is the choice for those who seek excellence in every detail, a vehicle that perfectly combines discretion with extraordinary dynamic capabilities.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is feeling absolute control. The push of the 320 Nm of torque glues you to the seat from low revs, while the 6-speed manual gearbox connects you directly with the mechanics. But the real magic lies in the quattro traction. Feeling how the car clings to the asphalt in every curve, regardless of the weather, conveys a confidence that invites you to enjoy driving. It's a balanced chassis, firm but never uncomfortable, that traces the roads with an enchanting precision.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a lesson in timeless elegance. The sharp lines and the imposing Singleframe grille give it an unmistakable presence, while the 3-door body accentuates its youthful and sporty spirit. Inside, the A3 embraces you with an atmosphere of luxury and perfection. The quality of the materials, the feel of each button, and the iconic round air vents create an atmosphere that makes you feel like you're in a higher-category car. It is a haven of calm and quality.
Technology and features
Under its skin, this A3 hides cutting-edge engineering for its time. The TDI engine with a Start-Stop system not only offers brilliant performance but also surprisingly low consumption. The retractable screen of the MMI system was a technological masterstroke that cleared the dashboard, creating a clean and minimalist space. However, the most important technology is the one that works silently: the quattro all-wheel drive, a system that redefines the limits of grip and active safety.
Competition
In the pantheon of premium compacts, the A3 faced titans like the BMW 1 Series, with its rear-wheel-drive character, and the revolutionary Mercedes-Benz A-Class. While its rivals opted for bolder designs or more explicit sportiness, the Audi A3 conquered with its perfect balance, unparalleled interior quality, and the winning card of quattro traction, an argument for safety and efficiency that few could match.
Conclusion
This Audi A3 2.0 TDI quattro is much more than the sum of its parts. It is a complete and rewarding driving experience. A car that serves you for daily life with remarkable efficiency and transforms into a source of pleasure and safety when the road gets complicated. It represents a smart and passionate purchase, a vehicle that ages with incredible dignity and remains, to this day, a benchmark for what a premium compact should be.