Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A3
Power
300HP
Torque
380Nm
Consumption
7l/100
Emissions
162g/km
0-100 km/h
5.2s
Top Speed
250km/h
Weight
1470kg
Price
43,340€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
AWD
5 / 3 doors
365 L
55 L
221 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi S3 2.0 TFSI 300 CV quattro (2013-2016)
General description
The 2013 Audi S3 is not just a more powerful A3; it is the embodiment of the perfect balance between the daily usability of a premium compact and the pure emotion of a high-performance sports car. With 300 horsepower emanating from its 2.0 TFSI engine and the legendary quattro all-wheel drive, this car was designed to dominate the asphalt and, at the same time, win hearts with its sophistication and character.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the S3 is an experience that floods the senses. The engine's thrust is instantaneous and brutal, pinning you to the seat with a force you don't expect in a car of its size. The 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in 5.2 seconds is just a number; the real feeling is that of a pocket rocket. The quattro all-wheel drive inspires absolute confidence, allowing you to trace curves with millimeter precision and unwavering security, regardless of the conditions. Every gear change with its 6-speed manual transmission is an act of connection with the machine, and the exhaust sound, a deep and addictive roar, becomes the soundtrack for every journey. It's a car that makes you feel alive, an inexhaustible smile generator.
Design and aesthetics
Visually, the S3 is an athlete dressed in a tailored suit. It maintains the inherent elegance of the Audi A3 but spices it up with details that betray its sporty nature without being garish. The 3-door body accentuates its compact and agile profile. The specific Singleframe grille, more aggressive bumpers, aluminum mirror housings, and, above all, the quad exhaust outlets, are statements of intent. Inside, Audi's quality is palpable in every material and fit. The sport seats embrace you and the flat-bottomed steering wheel invites you to drive, creating an atmosphere that masterfully fuses luxury and sportiness.
Technology and features
Under its skin, the S3 is a feat of engineering of its time. The heart is its 2.0 TFSI engine with dual injection, an advanced solution to optimize power and efficiency. However, the real magic lies in the quattro all-wheel-drive system, which uses a Haldex clutch to intelligently distribute torque and ensure phenomenal grip. The chassis, with a McPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension, is tuned to offer a sublime compromise between comfort and agility. The progressive electric power steering stiffens with speed, faithfully communicating what is happening under the wheels.
Competition
In the competitive Olympus of hot hatches, the Audi S3 faced titans. Its most direct rival was the BMW M135i, which offered the uniqueness of a six-cylinder engine and rear-wheel drive. Another formidable contender was the Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG, an even more radical and powerful beast. Not to forget its first cousin, the Volkswagen Golf R, with which it shared much of its mechanical DNA but with a different approach and positioning. It was an epic battle for supremacy in the segment.
Conclusion
The Audi S3 2.0 TFSI quattro is much more than a fast car; it is a statement of principles. It represents the perfect symbiosis between emotion and reason, a vehicle capable of taking you to work with total refinement and, seconds later, transporting you to a world of pure sensations on your favorite mountain road. Its combination of controlled power, unwavering safety, premium quality, and timeless design make it an object of desire, a life partner that never ceases to thrill. It is, in short, the sports car for everything and for every day.