With the presentation of the Audi S3 uses his fireworks of innovations continued. Just a day after the launch of the A3 Sportback Audi is with the S3 is another highlight of the pilot program on the stage.
Both models will be at the Paris Motor Show to celebrate its premiere, the S3 is of course completely tuned for sportiness. Right from the look, the S3 shows further sharpened with a sportier front end and a modified rear apron with two double exhaust tailpipes.
Accordingly, the rapid lines also presents itself the engine. Under the hood is a revised version of werkt 2.0 TFSI engine with an output of 300 hp comes (221 kW) and the fast compact car in just 5.4 seconds transported from zero to 100 km / h.
Top speed is limited electronically to 250 as normal km / h. Despite the great performance to keep up with the fuel consumption of just 6.9 liters per 100 kilometers in a manageable form. The engine was designed to meet the special requirements of the new S3.
Pistons with stronger pins and new rings, and reinforced with new bearings transmit the forces connecting rods to the crankshaft. There is also the cylinder head from a new, ultra-light aluminum-silicon alloy, which is characterized by high strength and temperature resistance.
Compared to the previous engine, the new 2.0 TFSI with 148 kg also become easier to 5 kg and also has very compact dimensions.
The power transmission takes normally fitted with a manual 6-speed transmission, on demand as well as the 6-speed S tronic is available, which ensures fast and precise shifting. To the enormous power and sovereignty to get on the road, the S3 comes standard with the quattro all-wheel drive, which he has in the rain and snow on a good traction.
The chassis and suspension have been adapted to the sporty attributes of the S3. The new progressive steering will also allow even better handling. The handlebar is so interlocked that the translation varies. The operator can vary the dynamics via the Audi drive select system itself.
The driver can choose between "comfort", "auto", "dynamic" and "efficiency", the vehicle has the optional MMI navigation system or radio, then have the added "individual" mode. Depending on the mode characteristics of the electronic gas pedal, the support of progressive steering and the shift points of the optional S tronic can be adapted to the specific setting.
Another option for increasing driving pleasure provides the electromagnetic damper control Audi magnetic ride, in which the driver to switch between "normal" and "comfort" and select "sport" can.
Completely tailored to the sporty character of the vehicle was also the interior that exudes with its dark design in combination with aluminum trim elements a sporty and cool charm. In contrast to the other models are the Audi A3 dials the instruments held in gray and white colored needles. Moreover, in the rev counter a boost pressure indicator is integrated.
A new multi-function sports steering wheel with a flattened rim is also another feature of the strong Audis. For the seats, customers have a wide range of design options. As standard, there are the sports seats with bolsters in leather "Perlnappa" and seat panels covered with fabric. Alternatively, the seat is designed in full leather or Alcantara. Additionally, there is also the optional S sports seats with integrated headrests and diamond quilting.
On request, the S3 also all the options that are available for the other A3 models. Starting with the MMI navigation system, adaptive cruise control over the key to the comfort or the panoramic glass roof here, the range of possibilities.
The launch for the Audi S3 is planned for the spring of 2013, Price not yet available.
