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Overview
The 2000 Audi A3 Base is a front-wheel drive, 5-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 $45,500 before on-road costs.
This Audi A3 is powered by a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine that has 74 kW of power (at 5600 rpm) and 145 Nm of torque (at 3800 rpm) via a Four-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 55L fuel tank
The Audi A3 measures 1427mm (56.2 inches) in height, 4152mm (163.5 inches) in length, 1735mm (68.3 inches) in width with a 2513mm (98.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1200kg (2645.5 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
61.67 - 652.17 kW/t
59.77 kW/t
652.17 kW/t
Boot Space
350 litres
270 litres
350 litres
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 3 years
1 year
6 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,650 - 1,780 kg
1,650 kg
1,935 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,400 - 1,500 kg
1,200 kg
1,500 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
139 mm
139 mm
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Dimensions
4,152 mm
1,735 mm
1,427 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,152 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,735 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,427 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,513 mm |
| Load Capacity | 485 mm |
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Explore Audi A3 Features & Specs
Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Engine
Bore Engine: 81
Engine (cc): 1595
Compression Ratio: 10.3
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.6
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 2
Stroke Engine: 77.4
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Main
Fuel Consumption
EU 96 Combined (L/100km): 8.6
EU 96 Combined (mpg): 27
EU 96 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.8
EU 96 Country Highway (mpg): 35
EU 96 Standard: Eu 96
EU 96 Urban (L/100km): 11.9
EU 96 Urban (mpg): 20
Fuel Economy
EU 96 Std Combined (L/100km): 8.6
EU 96 Std Country (L/100km): 6.8
EU 96 Urban (L/100km): 11.9
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 12.8
Maximum Speed (km/h): 183
Maximum Speed (mph): 114
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 100
Maximum Power (kW): 74
Maximum Torque (Nm): 145
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5600
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3800
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 4
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
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: Torsion 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
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Full
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanized
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
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
Front Track (in): 59.6
Front Track (mm): 1513
Overall Height (in): 56.2
Overall Height (mm): 1427
Overall Length (in): 163.5
Overall Length (mm): 4152
Overall Width (in): 68.3
Overall Width (mm): 1735
Rear Track (in): 58.7
Rear Track (mm): 1492
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.8
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10900
Wheelbase (in): 98.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2513
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.3
Front Headroom (mm): 973
Rear Headroom (in): 36.9
Rear Headroom (mm): 936
Front Hip Room (in): 56.9
Front Hip Room (mm): 1446
Rear Hip Room (in): 55.1
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1399
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Conventional
Paint
Type: Metallic
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
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Rear Power Windows: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
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): 1685
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3715
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1200
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2646
Antenna
Type: Roof
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Detachable Panel
Type: Code
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Driver Airbag Occupant Sensor: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensor: yes
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 Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: key
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