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The 1998 Audi A3 Base is a front-wheel drive, 3-door Hatchback that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The Audi A3 is regarded as a small Car built in Germany with prices starting at $43,900 before on-road costs.
This Audi A3 is powered by a 1.8L 4-cylinder engine that has 92 kW of power (at 6000 rpm) and 173 Nm of torque (at 4100 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission.
The Audi A3 measures 1423mm (56.0 inches) in height, 4152mm (163.5 inches) in length, 1735mm (68.3 inches) in width with a 2512mm (98.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1140kg (2513.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The A3 Base comes standard with 195/65 R15 front tyres and 195/65 R15 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
78.97 - 111.65 kW/t
54.79 kW/t
111.65 kW/t
Boot Space
350 litres
350 litres
390 litres
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 3 years
1 year
6 years
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Dimensions
4,152 mm
1,735 mm
1,423 mm
| 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 |
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Explore Audi A3 Features & Specs
Engine
Engine (cc): 1781
Compression Ratio: 10.3
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.8
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 5
Engine Orientation: Transverse
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Capacity Gal: 14.5
Capacity (L): 55
Instrument Cluster
Type: Analog
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
EU 96 Combined (L/100km): 8.4
EU 96 Combined (mpg): 28
EU 96 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.4
EU 96 Country Highway (mpg): 37
EU 96 Standard: Eu 96
EU 96 Urban (L/100km): 11.8
EU 96 Urban (mpg): 20
Fuel Economy
EU 96 Std Combined (L/100km): 8.4
EU 96 Std Country (L/100km): 6.4
EU 96 Urban (L/100km): 11.8
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.1
Maximum Speed (km/h): 202
Maximum Speed (mph): 126
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 125
Maximum Power (kW): 92
Maximum Torque (Nm): 173
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4100
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Width: 195
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 195
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Full
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Standard Measurement: VDA
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 38.8
Rear Seat Down (L): 1100
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 12.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 350
External Dimensions
Overall Height (in): 56
Overall Height (mm): 1423
Overall Length (in): 163.5
Overall Length (mm): 4152
Overall Width (in): 68.3
Overall Width (mm): 1735
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.8
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10900
Wheelbase (in): 98.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2512
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Body Color
Headlights
Configuration: Twin
Paint
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Sun Visors
Location: Center
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1400
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3086
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 600
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1323
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1650
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3638
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1140
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2513
Antenna
Type: Roof
Audio System
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Floor Covering
Load Area: Carpet
Floor Mats
Material: Carpet
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Static
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: lap
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Open
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Open
Floor Type: Full
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
Illuminated: yes
Lockable: yes
Air Conditioning
CFC Free Liquid Aircon: yes
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Micro Filter: yes
Number of Fan Speeds: 4
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Recirculation Setting: yes
Power Locks
Operation: key
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