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Overview
The 2018 Audi A3 Base is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th June 2017. The Audi A3 is regarded as a small Car built in Germany with prices starting at $75,000 before on-road costs.
This Audi A3 uses a fully electric engine.
The Audi A3 measures 1424mm (56.1 inches) in height, 4312mm (169.8 inches) in length, 1785mm (70.3 inches) in width with a 2630mm (103.5 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1615kg (3560.5 lbs) of unladen weight. The A3 Base comes standard with 225/45 Rnull front tyres and 225/45 Rnull rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
89.8 - 95.89 kW/t
61.92 kW/t
185.49 kW/t
Boot Space
280 - 365 litres
260 litres
605 litres
Fuel Efficiency
1.6 - 5.9 L/100km
0.6 L/100km
9.2 L/100km
Vehicle Range
847 - 1,000 km
330 km
1,250 km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 3 years
1 year
6 years
Service Interval
12 months
12 months
24 months
Battery & Charging
Max. battery kilowatt hour
8.8 kWh
1.3 kWh
35.8 kWh
Vehicle Range (EV)
50 km
2 km
330 km
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Dimensions
4,312 mm
1,785 mm
1,424 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,312 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,785 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,424 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,630 mm |
| Load Capacity | 435 mm |
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Explore Audi A3 Features & Specs
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Front DVD: yes
Location: Front
Front Screen Size (in): 7.0
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Number of Outlets in Boot Cargo (12V): 1
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Number of Outlets in Rear (12V): 1
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 36
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Bore Engine: 74.5
Engine (cc): 1395
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Cuk B
Engine (L): 1.4
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 80.0
Additional Fuel Types
Unleaded Fuel: Unleaded
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Other Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Gasoline Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 10.6
Main Capacity (L): 40
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 8.8
Main Type: Main
Charging Information
Mode 2 Duration: 3.75
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Front
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 330
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 102.0
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 75.0
Electric Power Source
Battery (Ah): 44.0
Battery Type: Lithium Ion
Maximum Battery (kWh): 8.8
Range (km): 50.00
Range (miles): 31.07
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 62.5
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 1.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 177
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 147
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 1.6
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.6
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 130
Maximum Speed (km/h): 222
Maximum Speed (mph): 138
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 204
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 102
Maximum Power (kW): 150
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 75
Maximum Torque (Nm): 350
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 330
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Power Consumption
Combined (kWh/100km): 11.4
Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1600
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Electronic
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: 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: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: MQB
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 39.6
Rear Seat Down (L): 1120
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 9.9
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 280
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.7
Front Track (mm): 1542
Overall Height (in): 56.1
Overall Height (mm): 1424
Overall Length (in): 169.8
Overall Length (mm): 4312
Overall Width (in): 70.3
Overall Width (mm): 1785
Rear Track (in): 59.7
Rear Track (mm): 1516
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.8
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10900
Wheelbase (in): 103.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2630
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.2
Front Headroom (mm): 1021
Rear Headroom (in): 37.6
Rear Headroom (mm): 955
Front Hip Room (in): 57.2
Front Hip Room (mm): 1453
Rear Hip Room (in): 56.0
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1422
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.8
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1392
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 52.9
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1344
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Directional Headlights: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Fog Light Function: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Xenon
Lens Type: Projector Beam
LED Lights
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2050
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4519
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1615
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3560
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
In-Dash DVD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Load Restraint
Type: net
Luxury Trim
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20151216
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: A
ANCAP Rear Crash Protect Head Restraint Rating: Good
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.4 Litre Petrol
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Lane Departure Warning
Activates Steering: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Manufacturer Name: Audi Side Assist
Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 5
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Below Seat Storage
Location: Rear
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Air Conditioning
Type: Auto
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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