Audi S3 (8P1) Hatchback (2006-2008)
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Audi S3 (Typ 8P1) is the performance version of the A3 compact hatchback in production from 2006 to 2008, whereupon it received a facelift. It was powered by an inline-4 petrol engine that displaced 2.0 liters.
Compared to the non-S model, especially the 3.2L equipped with the VR6 engine, the S3 may not be all that special. In fact, one could argue that the VR6 model with manual transmission is a more collectible car. Still, the S3 has a slightly higher output and is quite a bit lighter. It also has a host of Audi S styling elements.
Drivers who appreciate handling should keep in mind that the Audi S3 (8P1) uses MacPherson front suspension, which doesn't provide the best cornering performance.
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What we found**
Neofiliac score 53% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Rather appealing styling
Cons
- Only available with a small engine
- Stuck with MacPherson struts in the front
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Specifications
Capacity
Cargo Capacity
281 L / 9.9 cu-ft ~ 1011 L / 35.7 cu-ft
Coolant Capacity
8.6 L / 9.1 qt
Engine Oil Capacity
4.6 L / 4.9 qt
Fuel Capacity
60.0 L / 15.9 gal
Passengers
5
Payload
560 kg / 1235 lbs
Chassis
Brakes | Front
Ventilated discs
Brakes | Rear
Ventilated discs
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Suspension | Front
MacPherson strut
Suspension | Rear
Multi-link
Tire Size
225/45 R18
Turning Circle
10.7 m / 35.1 ft
Construction
Body Style
3-door Hatchback
Dimensions
Size | Height
1399 mm / 55.1 in
Size | Length
4214 mm / 165.9 in
Size | Width
1765 mm / 69.5 in
Track Width | Front
1522.0 mm / 59.9 in
Track Width | Rear
1506.0 mm / 59.3 in
Weight
1455.0 kg / 3207.7 lbs
Wheel Size
7.5J x 18
Wheelbase
2578 mm / 101.5 in
Performance
Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
5.7 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph
5.4 sec
CO2 Emission
217 g/km
Coefficient Of Drag
0.33
Fuel Economy
9.1 L/100km / 25.8 MPG (combined) | 12.4 L/100km / 19.0 MPG (urban) | 7.2 L/100km / 32.7 MPG (highway)
Top Speed
250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph
Powertrain
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine (transverse), All-wheel drive
Emission Standard
Euro 4
Engine
BHZ
Engine | Bore
82.5 mm / 3.2 in
Engine | Compression Ratio
9.8:1
Engine | Displacement
2.0 L / 121.1 cu-in / 1984.0 cc
Engine | Power
265.0 hp / 197.6 kW @ 6000 rpm
Engine | Specific Output
133.6 hp/L / 2.2 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke
92.8 mm / 3.7 in
Engine | Torque
350 Nm / 258.1 lb-ft @ 2500-5000 rpm
Engine | Type
Turbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-4 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears
6-speed
Transmission | Type
Manual
Production
Availability
2006 ~ 2008
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