Theengine line up majored on efficiency - for both petrols and diesels. There's a 1.4 TFSI which was later joined by an impressive 1.0 TFSI - an engine also used in the A1. It may seem too small for the A3 but it's surprisingly good, especially if you're spending most of your time away from motorways.
WhileAudi is synonymous with quattro all-wheel drive, the base Q3 35 TFSI is only front-wheel drive. To get more power and AWD you need to step up into the Q3 40 TFSI variant. Combined-cycle fuel consumption is 6.9 litres per 100km using the required premium fuel, and the zero to 100km/h time with one passenger takes a leisurely 9.3
The0-62mph time is between 9.2 and 9.6 seconds depending on spec. There’s also a 2.0-litre petrol engine available in either 187bhp 40 TFSI or 227bhp 45 TFSI guise.
14 TFSI CoD S line Sportback S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr (Nav) £12,995. Good price; 20. Audi A3. 1.5 TFSI CoD 35 S line Sportback Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr. £18,500 The Audi A3 offers a top speed range between 126miles per hour and 150miles per hour, depending on
TheA3 35 TFSI S Line is an impressive vehicle all-round with its muscular exterior design, staunch presence, and easy-going interior. The new A3 was launched onto the local market earlier this year with a choice of engines powering it. Our test unit is powered by a turbocharged 1.4-litre petrol engine with 110kW and 250Nm on offer.
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1.4 tfsi vs 1.5 tfsi
