Especificaciones y análisis del Audi A3
Power
140HP
Torque
320Nm
Consumption
4.9l/100
Emissions
129g/km
0-100 km/h
8.7s
Top Speed
210km/h
Weight
1460kg
Price
29,860€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
370 L
55 L
103 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Audi A3 Sportback Attraction 2.0 TDI 140 CV S tronic (2010-2012)
General description
The 2010 Audi A3 Sportback is the embodiment of perfect balance. It's not just a car, it's a statement of intent: the fusion of a sedan's elegance, a wagon's versatility, and a sports car's heart. With its 140-horsepower 2.0 TDI engine and the magic of the S tronic gearbox, this A3 became the absolute benchmark for premium compacts, an object of desire that promised and delivered on every kilometer.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is to feel an immediate connection. The TDI engine pushes with a powerful and quiet force from very low revs, thanks to its 320 Nm of torque that pins you to the seat with unexpected smoothness. The S tronic transmission is pure telepathy; it shifts gears in an instant, almost imperceptibly, making every acceleration an addictive pleasure. On the road, its poise is superb, conveying a sense of security and control that invites you to devour curves with total confidence. It's a car that not only takes you places but makes you feel like a driver.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a lesson in timelessness and good taste. The lines are clean, muscular, and elegant, without a single unnecessary embellishment. The five-door Sportback body adds incredible functionality without breaking the harmony of its sporty silhouette. But it's when you open the door that Audi's magic envelops you. The interior is a fortress of quality, with noble materials, millimeter-perfect fits, and a feel to every button that borders on perfection. Sitting inside is like entering a space of luxury and comfort that seems immune to the passage of time.
Technology and features
At its technological heart beat one of the best combinations of its era: the efficient and powerful 2.0 TDI common-rail injection engine, paired with the revolutionary S tronic dual-clutch gearbox. This duo not only guaranteed excellent performance with a ridiculously low consumption of 4.9 liters, but also offered a driving refinement typical of higher segments. Added to this was a precise electromechanical steering and a chassis with independent rear suspension that proved that cutting-edge engineering could be at the service of driving emotion.
Competition
In the pantheon of premium compacts, the A3 Sportback was not alone, but it was a step ahead. It competed with the BMW 1 Series, which opted for rear-wheel drive and a more purist feel, and the Mercedes-Benz B-Class, more focused on family and space. However, its toughest rival was its cousin, the Volkswagen Golf, with which it shared technology. But the Audi always offered that extra touch of distinction, that perceived quality, and that prestige of the four rings that placed it on a higher emotional level.
Conclusion
The Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI S tronic was not just a successful car; it was the car that defined a generation of compacts. It represents both a smart and a passionate purchase. A vehicle capable of being practical for daily use, brilliant on a long trip, and exciting on a mountain road. Its legacy is that of a well-rounded, incredibly well-made product that has aged with astonishing dignity and remains, to this day, a benchmark for how to make a truly complete car.