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Car Specifications1998 Audi A3
The 1998 Audi A3 is a small Car. When it was new, prices in New Zealand typically ranged from $41,900 for the base variant and topping out at $68,490 for the Turbo variant.
There are 2 variants of the A3 available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-1997.
The 1998 A3 was offered with a 3 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Audi A3 include 1.8L in-line 4-cylinder (92kW/173Nm), 1.8L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (110kW/210Nm) and 1.8L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (139kW/305Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
- Retail Price
- $41,900 - $68,490†
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $41,900 - $68,490†
- Transmission
- 4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- Front
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- Hatchback
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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Audi A3
Features & Specs
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Handling & Mechanics
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Available Variants
The Audi A3 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Turbo.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,152 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,735 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,512 mm |
| Load Capacity | 510 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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1998 Audi A3
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Audi A3 is the base variant that starts from $41,900.
See all Audi A3 PricingThe most expensive Audi A3 is the Turbo variant that starts from $68,490.
See all Audi A3 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Audi A3 is 1500 kg shared by all variants.
See all Audi A3 towing capacityThe largest Audi A3 is the base variant which measures 1735mm wide, 4152mm in length and sits 1423mm tall.
The most powerful Audi A3 is the Turbo variant which has 139kW of power and 305nm of torque.
The Audi A3 is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Audi A3 is the Turbo variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1685 kg.
The Audi A3 uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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