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Audi A3 S3 1.8 T

General information

ModelAudi A3 S3 1.8 T
Year2005
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating60 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Fuel mixed driving9.2 litres/100 km (25.57 miles per gallon)
Seats5
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Displacement1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power224.7 PS (165 kW or 222 HP) at 5900 Rev. per min.
Max torque280.00 Nm (28.6 kgf-m or 206.5 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder5
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed243.0 km/h (151.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1573 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4250 litres (1,123 gallons)
Cargo space370 litres (98 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesVentilated disks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1430 kg (3,152.6 pounds)
Wheelbase2530 mm (99.6 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Service interval30,000 km
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