Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A3
Power
105HP
Torque
175Nm
Consumption
4.9l/100
Emissions
112g/km
0-100 km/h
10.3s
Top Speed
193km/h
Weight
1245kg
Price
27,140€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 7v
FWD
5 / 3 doors
365 L
50 L
77 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi A3 1.2 TFSI 105 CV Ambition S tronic 7 vel. (2013-2014)
General description
The 2012 Audi A3 is not just a car; it's the materialization of the desire to access the premium universe in a compact and brilliant format. With its 105 HP 1.2 TFSI engine and the exquisite S tronic gearbox, this three-door A3 represented a statement of intent: quality and refinement know no size. It was, and still is, the perfect first step into the four-ring experience.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the A3 feels like an extension of your own senses. The small 1.2 TFSI engine, thanks to its turbo and the torque available from very low revs, responds with an unexpected agility that makes you fall in love with it in the city. The 7-speed S tronic gearbox is pure magic, with instantaneous and imperceptible shifts that turn driving into a ballet of precision. Its chassis, with a multi-link rear suspension worthy of higher segments, hugs you in every curve, transmitting a sense of poise and safety that invites you to enjoy the journey, whatever the destination.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a lesson in timeless elegance. The sharp lines and the iconic Singleframe grille define an athletic and contained silhouette, which in its three-door version evokes pure dynamism. But it's when you open the door that the heart races. The interior is a minimalist work of art, where every material caresses the eye and the touch. The retractable MMI system screen emerging from the dashboard is a detail of distinction that constantly reminds you that you are not in just any compact, but in a genuine Audi.
Technology and features
Under its steel and aluminum skin, this A3 hides an engineering that excites. The TFSI engine is a marvel of efficiency, combining direct injection and turbocharging to offer lively performance with contained consumption. The Stop-Start technology and the S tronic dual-clutch transmission are not just components; they are accomplices in a fluid and intelligent driving experience. Everything in it, from the electromechanical steering to the careful aerodynamics, is designed for you to feel innovation working for you with every kilometer.
Competition
In a ring where titans like the BMW 1 Series, with its rear-wheel-drive soul, and the revolutionary Mercedes-Benz A-Class fought, the Audi A3 knew how to play its most powerful card: the perfect balance. While its rivals bet on pure sportiness or groundbreaking design, the A3 offered a sanctuary of unsurpassed interior quality and a noble and refined dynamic behavior. It was the serene choice, the smart buy that, nevertheless, managed to conquer the heart with the same force as its competitors.
Conclusion
The Audi A3 1.2 TFSI S tronic is much more than the sum of its parts. It is proof that excellence can be concentrated in a small bottle. Its build quality, its on-road refinement, and its timeless design make it a gem that transcends time. It is not the fastest or the most spacious, but the feeling of quality and well-being that envelops you when driving it is a unique experience in its class. It is a purchase that satisfies the mind and captivates the soul, a car that makes you feel special every day.