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Body style: Convertible (spider/spyder, cabrio/cabriolet, drop/open/soft top)
Segment: Roadster & Convertible
Production years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013

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The second generation of the Audi A3 was introduced in 2003. In 2008, along with the facelift, it introduced the open-top version for the car. It was a well-expected addition but at the wrong time.

Audi thought that it had enough convertible cars on the market. It already had the TT Roadster and the A4 Cabriolet. But there was a request for compact-sized cabriolet versions and the A3 seemed to be just right. Unfortunately, the 2008 financial crisis hit the automotive industry. But the A3 Cabriolet still managed to go on the market.

Based on a reinforced platform of the regular Audi A3, the Cabriolet version featured the same dimensions and the same design up to the A-pillars with the 3-door version. The beltline was kept the same but the trunk had to be modified. The taillights were different as well. The third stop-light was enclosed in the trunk-lid.

Inside, the car took some inspiration from the TT model, featuring similar four-vents and knee-pads on the center console. The instrument cluster featured red needles on a black background. The new MMI infotainment system was a carry-over from larger Audi sedans.

For the drivetrain, the A3 Cabriolet featured diesel and gasoline engines ranged between 106 hp and 200 hp. For the transmission, it was fitted as standard with 5- or 6-speed manual, or with the new S-Tronic (dual-clutch) gearbox with 6 gears.

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AUDI A3 Cabriolet 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
  7 gasoline engines
  • 1.2L TFSI 6MT FWD (105 HP)
  • 1.4L TSI 6MT FWD (125 HP)
  • 1.6L 5MT FWD (102 HP)
  • 1.8L TFSI 6MT FWD (160 HP)
  • 1.8L TFSI 7AT FWD (160 HP)
  • 2.0L TFSI 6AT FWD (200 HP)
  • 2.0L TFSI 6MT FWD (200 HP)
  4 diesel engines
  • 1.6L TDI 6MT FWD (105 HP)
  • 1.9L TDI 6MT FWD (105 HP)
  • 2.0L TDI 6AT FWD (140 HP)
  • 2.0L TDI 6MT FWD (140 HP)

AUDI A3 Cabriolet
1.2L TFSI 6MT FWD (105 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.2L TFSI 6MT FWD (105 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1197 cm3
Power:77 KW @ 5000 RPM
105 HP @ 5000 RPM
103 BHP @ 5000 RPM
Torque:129 lb-ft @ 1550–4100 RPM
175 Nm @ 1550–4100 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Direct Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14.5 gallons (54.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:118 mph (190 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):12.2 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:6-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:205/55 R 16
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 mm)
Width:69.5 in (1765 mm)
Height:56.1 in (1425 mm)
Front/rear Track:60.4/59.3 in (1,534/1,506 mm)
Wheelbase:101.5 in (2578 mm)
Ground Clearance:4 in (102 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.2 cuFT (261 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.34
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2998 lbs (1360 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4101 lbs (1860 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km)
Highway:47 mpg US (5 L/100Km)
Combined:41.3 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:132 g/km

AUDI A3 Cabriolet
1.4L TSI 6MT FWD (125 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L TSI 6MT FWD (125 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1390 cm3
Power:92 KW @ 5000 RPM
125 HP @ 5000 RPM
123 BHP @ 5000 RPM
Torque:148 lb-ft @ 1500-4000 RPM
201 Nm @ 1500-4000 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Direct Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14.5 gallons (54.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:124 mph (200 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):10.7 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:6-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:205/55 R16
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 mm)
Width:69.5 in (1765 mm)
Height:56.1 in (1425 mm)
Front/rear Track:60.4/59.3 in (1,534/1,506 mm)
Wheelbase:101.5 in (2578 mm)
Ground Clearance:4 in (102 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.2 cuFT (261 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.34
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3274 lbs (1485 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4211 lbs (1910 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km)
Highway:45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km)
Combined:39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:139 g/km

AUDI A3 Cabriolet
1.6L 5MT FWD (102 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L 5MT FWD (102 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1595 cm3
Power:75 KW @ 5600 RPM
102 HP @ 5600 RPM
101 BHP @ 5600 RPM
Torque:109 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM
148 Nm @ 3800 RPM
Fuel System:Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14.5 gallons (54.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:114 mph (183 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):12.5 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:5-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:205/55 R16
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 mm)
Width:69.5 in (1765 mm)
Height:56.1 in (1425 mm)
Front/rear Track:60.4/59.3 in (1,534/1,506 mm)
Wheelbase:101.5 in (2578 mm)
Ground Clearance:4 in (102 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.2 cuFT (261 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.34
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:2932 lbs (1330 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4034 lbs (1830 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:24.5 mpg US (9.6 L/100Km)
Highway:42.8 mpg US (5.5 L/100Km)
Combined:33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:167 g/km

AUDI A3 Cabriolet
1.8L TFSI 6MT FWD (160 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.8L TFSI 6MT FWD (160 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1798 cm3
Power:118 KW @ 5000-6200 RPM
160 HP @ 5000-6200 RPM
158 BHP @ 5000-6200 RPM
Torque:184 lb-ft @ 1500-4200 RPM
249 Nm @ 1500-4200 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Direct Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14.5 gallons (54.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:135 mph (217 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):8.3 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:6-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:205/55 R16
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 mm)
Width:69.5 in (1765 mm)
Height:56.1 in (1425 mm)
Front/rear Track:60.4/59.3 in (1,534/1,506 mm)
Wheelbase:101.5 in (2578 mm)
Ground Clearance:4 in (102 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.2 cuFT (261 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.34
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3142 lbs (1425 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4244 lbs (1925 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:23.5 mpg US (10 L/100Km)
Highway:41.2 mpg US (5.7 L/100Km)
Combined:32.2 mpg US (7.3 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:174 g/km

AUDI A3 Cabriolet
1.8L TFSI 7AT FWD (160 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.8L TFSI 7AT FWD (160 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1798 cm3
Power:118 KW @ 5000-6200 RPM
160 HP @ 5000-6200 RPM
158 BHP @ 5000-6200 RPM
Torque:184 lb-ft @ 1500-4200 RPM
249 Nm @ 1500-4200 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Direct Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14.5 gallons (54.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:137 mph (220 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):8 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:7-speed automatic (S-Tronic)
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:205/55 R16
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 mm)
Width:69.5 in (1765 mm)
Height:56.1 in (1425 mm)
Front/rear Track:60.4/59.3 in (1,534/1,506 mm)
Wheelbase:101.5 in (2578 mm)
Ground Clearance:4 in (102 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.2 cuFT (261 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.34
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3197 lbs (1450 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4299 lbs (1950 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:27 mpg US (8.7 L/100Km)
Highway:43.6 mpg US (5.4 L/100Km)
Combined:35.6 mpg US (6.6 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:154 g/km

AUDI A3 Cabriolet
2.0L TFSI 6AT FWD (200 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TFSI 6AT FWD (200 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1984 cm3
Power:147 KW @ 5100-6000 RPM
200 HP @ 5100-6000 RPM
197 BHP @ 5100-6000 RPM
Torque:207 lb-ft @ 1800-5000 RPM
281 Nm @ 1800-5000 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Direct Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
Fuel capacity:14.5 gallons (54.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:147 mph (237 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):7.3 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:6-speed automatic (S tronic)
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:225/45 R17
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 mm)
Width:69.5 in (1765 mm)
Height:56.1 in (1425 mm)
Front/rear Track:60.4/59.3 in (1,534/1,506 mm)
Wheelbase:101.5 in (2578 mm)
Ground Clearance:4 in (102 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.2 cuFT (261 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.34
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3274 lbs (1485 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4376 lbs (1985 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:23.8 mpg US (9.9 L/100Km)
Highway:39.9 mpg US (5.9 L/100Km)
Combined:31.8 mpg US (7.4 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:171 g/km

AUDI A3 Cabriolet
2.0L TFSI 6MT FWD (200 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TFSI 6MT FWD (200 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1984 cm3
Power:147 KW @ 5100-6000 RPM
200 HP @ 5100-6000 RPM
197 BHP @ 5100-6000 RPM
Torque:207 lb-ft @ 1800-5000 RPM
281 Nm @ 1800-5000 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Direct Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:144 mph (232 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):7.3 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:6-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:225/45 R17
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 mm)
Width:69.5 in (1765 mm)
Height:56.1 in (1425 mm)
Front/rear Track:60.4/59.3 in (1,534/1,506 mm)
Wheelbase:101.5 in (2578 mm)
Ground Clearance:4 in (102 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.2 cuFT (261 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.34
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3163.6 lbs (1435 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4265.9 lbs (1935 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:22.8 mpg US (10.3 L/100Km)
Highway:38.5 mpg US (6.1 L/100Km)
Combined:30.9 mpg US (7.6 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:181 g/km

AUDI A3 Cabriolet
1.6L TDI 6MT FWD (105 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.6L TDI 6MT FWD (105 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1598 cm3
Power:77 KW @ 4400 RPM
105 HP @ 4400 RPM
103 BHP @ 4400 RPM
Torque:184 lb-ft @ 1500-2500 RPM
249 Nm @ 1500-2500 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Common Rail
Fuel:Diesel
Fuel capacity:14.5 gallons (54.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:118 mph (190 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):12.2 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:6-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:205/55 R16
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 mm)
Width:69.5 in (1765 mm)
Height:56.1 in (1425 mm)
Front/rear Track:60.4/59.3 in (1,534/1,506 mm)
Wheelbase:101.5 in (2578 mm)
Ground Clearance:4 in (102 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.2 cuFT (261 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.34
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3318 lbs (1505 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4255 lbs (1930 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:45.2 mpg US (5.2 L/100Km)
Highway:60.3 mpg US (3.9 L/100Km)
Combined:54.7 mpg US (4.3 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:114 g/km

AUDI A3 Cabriolet
1.9L TDI 6MT FWD (105 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 1.9L TDI 6MT FWD (105 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1896 cm3
Power:77 KW @ 4000 RPM
105 HP @ 4000 RPM
103 BHP @ 4000 RPM
Torque:184 lb-ft @ 1900 RPM
249 Nm @ 1900 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Common Rail
Fuel:Diesel
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:115 mph (185 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):12.3 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:6-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:205/55 R 16
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 mm)
Width:69.5 in (1765 mm)
Height:56.1 in (1425 mm)
Front/rear Track:60.4/59.3 in (1,534/1,506 mm)
Wheelbase:101.5 in (2578 mm)
Ground Clearance:4 in (102 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.2 cuFT (261 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.34
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3142 lbs (1425 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4244 lbs (1925 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:36.7 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km)
Highway:54.7 mpg US (4.3 L/100Km)
Combined:46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:134 g/km

AUDI A3 Cabriolet
2.0L TDI 6AT FWD (140 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TDI 6AT FWD (140 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1968 cm3
Power:103 KW @ 4200 RPM
140 HP @ 4200 RPM
138 BHP @ 4200 RPM
Torque:236 lb-ft @ 1750-2500 RPM
320 Nm @ 1750-2500 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Common Rail
Fuel:Diesel
Fuel capacity:14.5 gallons (54.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:129 mph (208 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):9.4 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:6-speed automatic (S tronic)
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:205/55 R 16
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 mm)
Width:69.5 in (1765 mm)
Height:56.1 in (1425 mm)
Front/rear Track:60.4/59.3 in (1,534/1,506 mm)
Wheelbase:101.5 in (2578 mm)
Ground Clearance:4 in (102 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.2 cuFT (261 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.34
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3296 lbs (1495 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:2194 lbs (995 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:39.2 mpg US (6 L/100Km)
Highway:51.1 mpg US (4.6 L/100Km)
Combined:46.1 mpg US (5.1 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:134 g/km

AUDI A3 Cabriolet
2.0L TDI 6MT FWD (140 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TDI 6MT FWD (140 HP)
Cylinders:L4
Displacement:1968 cm3
Power:103 KW @ 4200 RPM
140 HP @ 4200 RPM
138 BHP @ 4200 RPM
Torque:236 lb-ft @ 1750-2500 RPM
320 Nm @ 1750-2500 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Common Rail
Fuel:Diesel
Fuel capacity:14.5 gallons (54.9 L)
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:127 mph (204 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):9.7 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox:6-speed manual
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:205/55 R16
DIMENSIONS
Length:166.9 in (4239 mm)
Width:69.5 in (1765 mm)
Height:56.1 in (1425 mm)
Front/rear Track:60.4/59.3 in (1,534/1,506 mm)
Wheelbase:101.5 in (2578 mm)
Ground Clearance:4 in (102 mm)
Cargo Volume:9.2 cuFT (261 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.34
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:3252 lbs (1475 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:4354 lbs (1975 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:34.5 mpg US (6.8 L/100Km)
Highway:53.4 mpg US (4.4 L/100Km)
Combined:44.3 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:139 g/km
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