Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Entry Premium
Production years: 2006, 2007, 2008
In 2006, Audi introduced the second generation of the S3 version. It was available as a 3- and 5-door version. It was the most powerful hot-hatch on the market.
Audi started the revolution of permanent all-wheel-drive back in the '80s when the first Audi S1 Quattro was introduced to the rally stage and take victory after victory from its opponents. Since then, all the Audi S-models were with all-wheel-drive and the S3 was no exception.
From the outside, it looked almost like a regular Audi A3, but few clues could tell the difference. The front single-frame grille was surrounded by a silver rim. The aerodynamic package was different and the door-mirrors were silver as well. In the back, a roof-spoiler enhanced the aerodynamic flow to the back. Under the bumper, two tailpipes were discretely showing their presence.
Inside, the S3 was fitted with sport-bucket seats in the front. The pedals, gear-knob, and air-vents were made out of aluminum. The red and silver S3 badge was found on the leather seats and the steering wheel as well.
The powerplant was a 2.0-liter gasoline engine featuring direct fuel injection and a turbocharger. It could boost up to 1.2-bar of pressure (17.4 psi), which was unusual for a production vehicle. Power went to all four wheels via a 6-speed manual fitted as standard and a Haldex center differential.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0 TFSI 6MT AWD (265 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1984 cm3 |
Power: | 195 KW @ 6000 RPM 265 HP @ 6000 RPM 261 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 258 lb-ft @ 2500-5000 RPM 350 Nm @ 2500-5000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Direct Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155.3 mph (250 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 5.7 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225/40 ZR18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 165.5 in (4204 mm) |
Width: | 69.5 in (1765 mm) |
Height: | 55.9 in (1420 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.5/59.7 in (1,537/1,516 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 101.5 in (2578 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 9.9 cuFT (280 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3207.7 lbs (1455 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4442 lbs (2015 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 19 mpg US (12.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 32.7 mpg US (7.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 25.9 mpg US (9.1 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 217 g/km |