Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A3
Power
140HP
Torque
250Nm
Consumption
5l/100
Emissions
114g/km
0-100 km/h
9.1s
Top Speed
218km/h
Weight
1440kg
Price
37,430€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
4 / 2 doors
320 L
50 L
103 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi A3 Cabrio 1.4 TFSI CoD 140 CV Ambiente (2014-2016)
General description
The 2014 Audi A3 Cabrio is the materialization of a dream for many: the perfect combination of the elegance and quality of an Audi with the pure freedom of open-top driving. This model, equipped with the efficient 140-horsepower 1.4 TFSI engine, not only promises a design that captivates at first sight but also a refined and exciting driving experience, designed to enjoy every kilometer as if it were the first.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the sensations are immediate and rewarding. The engine pushes with surprising smoothness from low revs thanks to its 250 Nm of torque, offering an agile and willing response that makes every overtake a mere formality. However, the real magic happens when you fold down the soft top. The sound of the engine mixes with the wind, the sun caresses your skin, and the outside world becomes the set of a movie in which you are the star. Its balanced chassis inspires confidence, allowing for poised and comfortable cornering, making every journey an unforgettable sensory experience.
Design and aesthetics
The lines of the Audi A3 Cabrio are an exercise in restrained elegance and perfect proportion. Its silhouette is fluid and athletic, maintaining the identity of the A3 family but with a unique personality granted by the canvas top. Whether open or closed, the car projects an image of distinction and sportiness. Inside, the quality is overwhelming. Every material, every fit, and every control has been designed to delight the touch and sight, creating a premium atmosphere that welcomes you and makes you feel in a special place, a haven of luxury and comfort.
Technology and features
Under its attractive bodywork, this A3 Cabrio hides brilliant engineering. The heart of the car, the 1.4 TFSI engine, incorporates the innovative Cylinder on Demand (CoD) technology, capable of imperceptibly deactivating two of its four cylinders under low load conditions to drastically reduce consumption. It is an intelligent solution that demonstrates how performance and efficiency can coexist in perfect harmony. Added to this is a Start-Stop system and an electromechanical power steering that adjusts its firmness according to speed, completing an advanced technological package for its time.
Competition
In the select segment of premium compact convertibles, the Audi A3 Cabrio competed against high-caliber adversaries, mainly the BMW 2 Series Cabrio. While the BMW model opted for rear-wheel drive to offer a more purist and sporty driving experience, the Audi countered with a superb balance between comfort and dynamism, an interior finish quality that was often perceived as superior, and exemplary mechanical efficiency thanks to its TFSI CoD engine. The choice between the two was, and still is, a matter of priorities and emotions.
Conclusion
The Audi A3 Cabrio 1.4 TFSI is much more than a pretty car; it is a statement of intent. It represents the smart purchase for the heart, a vehicle that satisfies the desire for freedom and style without sacrificing quality, technology, and daily usability. It is an exceptional travel companion, capable of transforming a routine journey into a moment of pure pleasure. A car that, years after its launch, remains an object of desire for its almost perfect balance between emotion and reason.