Since 1996, Audi has sold 2.8 million units of the A3, the most successful was the second generation that has come from the market in 2003.
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With the newly developed third Generation Audi wants to prolong the success and presents a completely refined A3. The design, Audi has further sharpened the edges and gives the Audi A3 an even more dynamic appearance.
Especially the front end with its grim view of the newly designed headlamps and the single-frame radiator grille catches the eye here. But the rear end has sporty features, depending on the version here are the LED tail lights.
Completely redesigned and the interior, which now looks tidier. The center console is angled towards the driver made very clearly and objectively, the four air nozzles in jet design still convey a sporty touch and an optimal distribution of air.
After the handbrake now works electronically, in the center console space has been recovered, which was filled with a comfortable center armrest with storage and the MMI controls.
In addition to the appearance but has especially done a lot technically, and the Audi A3 is the safety and comfort features of the luxury models on the heels. So it is for the safety of the Drive Assist, the Lane Assist, an adaptive cruise control and Audi pre-safe basic.
For more convenience, you can equip the A3 next to fine leather seats, even with the latest version of the Audi Connect system to represent that in addition to the navigation system with the possibility of Google Earth images, also a WiFi hotspot or a touch wheel offers handwriting recognition .
The data are presented according to the model on a very flat 7 "monitor with very good resolution. This monitor can also display the settings of the Audi Drive Select system. Via dial allows the driver to choose between modes comfort, auto, dynamic, Efficiency and choose Custom.
Depending on the setting, then change the throttle response, steering dynamics and the switching time, if one has the S-tronic automatic on board.
As with its predecessor, there will also be the new audi A3 in three trim levels. The basis is the Attraction version, available for sporting natures ambition and spoiled the atmosphere for comfort-line.
When the engine can be the start between the 1,4 TFSI with 122 hp (90 kW) and the new 2.0 TDI with 150 hp (110 kW). In the fourth quarter, the range is extended once again strong.
Then come with the 1.2 TFSI with 105 hp to (77 kW), a new entry-level version in the gasoline engine and the 1.6 TDI with 105 hp (77 kW) diesel extends the range.
In addition, the 1.4 TFSI come with 140 hp (103 kW), which has variable cylinder shut-off and should be very sparingly, and the 1.8 TFSI with 180 hp (132 kW), which is the temporary flagship.
Depending on the engine, you can choose instead of the 6-speed manual transmission and the fast-switching S-tronic and the quattro all-wheel drive.
In a first test drive, we had the opportunity, the 1.4 TFSI with 140 hp and the 2.0 TDI with 150 hp to test.
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Both models offer a very sporty driving performance, with the gasoline or a trace of his work done smoother and quieter. The switching between 2 - and 4-cylinder TFSI occurs when the driver go unnoticed, it could be a brief touch on the accelerator, and again, the full power available.
The diesel is not moving in combination with the fast-switching S-tronic to less dynamic, and also provides on winding roads is not only a perfect road, but also a lot of fun. In just 8.6 seconds, the diesel accelerates from a standstill to 100 km / h and up to 215 km / h.
The assistance systems also make it easier one to drive, especially the adaptive cruise control is on a first test we liked, because he can brake to a stop of the vehicle.
