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Audi S3 Sportback (Typ 8PA) is a compact hatchback in production from 2008 to 2012. It was powered by an inline-4 petrol engine that displaced 2.0 liters.
Just like the 3-door S3, the Sportback is available with both manual and DCT transmissions. It uses a single I4 engine that, unfortunately, Audi has to detune for certain markets to comply with local regulations.
Utility-minded owners will have to keep in mind that the 302L (11cu-ft) cargo space may not be sufficient.
Drivers who appreciate handling should keep in mind that the Audi S3 Sportback uses MacPherson front suspension, which doesn't provide the best cornering performance.
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Ratings
What we found**
Neoscore: 49% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Decent styling
Cons
- Only available a small engine
- Stuck with MacPherson struts in the front
- Low cargo capacity
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Specifications
Variants:
2.0 TFSI 256 quattro
2.0 TFSI 256 quattro DCT
2.0 TFSI 265 quattro
2.0 TFSI 265 quattro DCT
Capacity
Cargo Capacity
302 L / 10.7 cu-ft
Coolant Capacity
8.6 L / 9.1 qt
2.0 TFSI 256 quattroEngine Oil Capacity
4.6 L / 4.9 qt
2.0 TFSI 256 quattro DCTEngine Oil Capacity
4.6 L / 4.9 qt
2.0 TFSI 265 quattroEngine Oil Capacity
5.3 L / 5.6 qt
2.0 TFSI 265 quattro DCTEngine Oil Capacity
5.3 L / 5.6 qt
Fuel Capacity
60.0 L / 15.9 gal
Passengers
5
2.0 TFSI 256 quattroPayload
560 kg / 1235 lbs
2.0 TFSI 256 quattro DCTPayload
560 kg / 1235 lbs
2.0 TFSI 265 quattroPayload
560 kg / 1235 lbs
2.0 TFSI 265 quattro DCTPayload
660 kg / 1455 lbs
Chassis
Brakes | Front
Ventilated discs
Brakes | Rear
Ventilated discs
2.0 TFSI 256 quattroPower Steering
Electric Steering
2.0 TFSI 256 quattro DCTPower Steering
Electric Steering
2.0 TFSI 265 quattroPower Steering
Hydraulic Steering
2.0 TFSI 265 quattro DCTPower Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Suspension | Front
MacPherson strut
Suspension | Rear
Multi-link
Tire Size
225/40 R18
Turning Circle
10.7 m / 35.1 ft
Construction
Body Style
5-door Hatchback
Dimensions
Size | Height
1402 mm / 55.2 in
Size | Length
4302 mm / 169.4 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
2.0 TFSI 256 quattroWeight
1495.0 kg / 3295.9 lbs
2.0 TFSI 256 quattro DCTWeight
1515.0 kg / 3340.0 lbs
2.0 TFSI 265 quattroWeight
1495.0 kg / 3295.9 lbs
2.0 TFSI 265 quattro DCTWeight
1415.0 kg / 3119.5 lbs
Wheel Size
7.5J x 18
Wheelbase
2578 mm / 101.5 in
Performance
2.0 TFSI 256 quattroAcceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
6.0 sec
2.0 TFSI 256 quattro DCTAcceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
5.8 sec
2.0 TFSI 265 quattroAcceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
5.8 sec
2.0 TFSI 265 quattro DCTAcceleration | 0 - 100 km/h
5.6 sec
2.0 TFSI 256 quattroAcceleration | 0 - 60 mph
5.7 sec
2.0 TFSI 256 quattro DCTAcceleration | 0 - 60 mph
5.5 sec
2.0 TFSI 265 quattroAcceleration | 0 - 60 mph
5.5 sec
2.0 TFSI 265 quattro DCTAcceleration | 0 - 60 mph
5.3 sec
2.0 TFSI 256 quattroCO2 Emission
199 g/km
2.0 TFSI 256 quattro DCTCO2 Emission
195 g/km
2.0 TFSI 265 quattroCO2 Emission
201 g/km
2.0 TFSI 265 quattro DCTCO2 Emission
195 g/km
Coefficient Of Drag
0.33
2.0 TFSI 256 quattroFuel Economy
8.5 L/100km / 27.7 MPG (combined) | 11.8 L/100km / 19.9 MPG (urban) | 6.7 L/100km / 35.1 MPG (highway)
2.0 TFSI 256 quattro DCTFuel Economy
8.4 L/100km / 28.0 MPG (combined) | 11.2 L/100km / 21.0 MPG (urban) | 6.8 L/100km / 34.6 MPG (highway)
2.0 TFSI 265 quattroFuel Economy
8.5 L/100km / 27.7 MPG (combined) | 11.8 L/100km / 19.9 MPG (urban) | 6.7 L/100km / 35.1 MPG (highway)
2.0 TFSI 265 quattro DCTFuel Economy
8.4 L/100km / 28.0 MPG (combined) | 11.2 L/100km / 21.0 MPG (urban) | 6.8 L/100km / 34.6 MPG (highway)
Top Speed
250.0 km/h / 155.3 mph
Powertrain
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine (transverse), All-wheel drive
2.0 TFSI 256 quattroEmission Standard
Euro 5
2.0 TFSI 256 quattro DCTEmission Standard
Euro 5
2.0 TFSI 265 quattroEmission Standard
Euro 4
2.0 TFSI 265 quattro DCTEmission Standard
Euro 5
2.0 TFSI 256 quattroEngine
CDLC
2.0 TFSI 256 quattro DCTEngine
CDLC
2.0 TFSI 265 quattroEngine
CDLA, CDMA
2.0 TFSI 265 quattro DCTEngine
CDLA, CDMA
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
2.0 TFSI 256 quattroEngine | Power
256.0 hp / 190.9 kW @ 6000 rpm
2.0 TFSI 256 quattro DCTEngine | Power
256.0 hp / 190.9 kW @ 6000 rpm
2.0 TFSI 265 quattroEngine | Power
265.0 hp / 197.6 kW @ 6000 rpm
2.0 TFSI 265 quattro DCTEngine | Power
265.0 hp / 197.6 kW @ 6000 rpm
2.0 TFSI 256 quattroEngine | Specific Output
129.0 hp/L / 2.1 hp/cu-in
2.0 TFSI 256 quattro DCTEngine | Specific Output
129.0 hp/L / 2.1 hp/cu-in
2.0 TFSI 265 quattroEngine | Specific Output
133.6 hp/L / 2.2 hp/cu-in
2.0 TFSI 265 quattro DCTEngine | Specific Output
133.6 hp/L / 2.2 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke
92.8 mm / 3.7 in
2.0 TFSI 256 quattroEngine | Torque
330 Nm / 243.4 lb-ft @ 2500-5000 rpm
2.0 TFSI 256 quattro DCTEngine | Torque
330 Nm / 243.4 lb-ft @ 2500-5000 rpm
2.0 TFSI 265 quattroEngine | Torque
350 Nm / 258.1 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm
2.0 TFSI 265 quattro DCTEngine | 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
2.0 TFSI 256 quattroTransmission | Type
Manual
2.0 TFSI 256 quattro DCTTransmission | Type
DCT S tronic
2.0 TFSI 265 quattroTransmission | Type
Manual
2.0 TFSI 265 quattro DCTTransmission | Type
DCT S tronic
Production
2.0 TFSI 256 quattroAvailability
2010 ~ 2012
2.0 TFSI 256 quattro DCTAvailability
2010 ~ 2012
2.0 TFSI 265 quattroAvailability
2008 ~ 2012
2.0 TFSI 265 quattro DCTAvailability
2009 ~ 2012
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