Reportajes autos


Model Line Overview

Model lineup:	Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 T 6-speed manual ($25,9300); 2.0 T DSG ($7,410); 3.2 Quattro ($34,915)
Engines:	200-hp 2.0-liter dohc 16-valve turbocharged and intercooled inline-4; 250-hp 3.2-liter dohc V-6
Transmissions:	6-speed manual; 6-speed DSG automatic
Safety equipment (standard):	driver and passenger next-generation front airbag supplemental restraints; side-impact airbags front; 3-point safety belts with automatic pre-tensioners, height-adjustment and belt force limiters for driver and front passenger; three 3-point safety belts with automatic pre-tensioners for rear passengers; central locking with safety unlock (automatically unlocks doors and switches off fuel pump if airbag deploys); reflectors in rear of doors; adjustable headrests for front and rear seats; active headrests for front seats; first aid kit located in storage compartment under passenger seat; ABS with Brake Assist; electronic locking front differential; ASR (anti-slip regulation); ESP (electronic stability program) with ABS and EBD (electronic brake differential)
Safety equipment (optional):	rear side airbags
Basic warranty:	4 years/50,000 miles
Assembled in:	Ingolstadt, Germany


Specifications As Tested

Model tested (MSRP):	Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 T ($25,930)
Standard equipment:	automatic climate control with sun sensor, dust and pollen filter; power windows with power retention when ignition shut-off (until door opened), one-touch up and one-touch down feature for four windows, pinch protection, comfort close and open with key in driver door; fuel filler door release button in driver door; electronic cruise control with coast, resume and shut-off feature; electric rear window defogger with automatic shut-off feature; power central locking system (doors and fuel door), with selective unlocking (enables unlocking of a driver door or all doors), plus convenient open & close feature for windows and master switch located in driver door; power remote keyless entry with trunk release, door/ignition key and valet key; cloth (Modul) upholstery; aluminum trim on center dashboard air vents, door release handles, radio button, glovebox cover; four floor mats; four-spoke steering wheel; two cup holders in center console; storage shelf in trunk; backlit instrument cluster with automatic brightness control, including tachometer, electric speedometer, digital clock with outside temperature, fuel gauge, coolant temperature gauge; digital odometer with trip odometer and service interval indicator; anti-theft vehicle alarm system with blinking theft deterrent lights on front doors; windshield wipers with four-position intermittent control; concert AM/FM radio with in-dash CD player and following features: RBDS (Radio Broadcast Display System displays radio station call letters and other information); GALA (Graduated Audio Level Adjustment, varies volume based on vehicle speed); CD changer operation capability; 140-watt system with 10 speakers and CD changer pre-wiring; radio antenna on roof; 7.5x17 five-spoke star cast alloy wheels with 225/45R17 all-season tires; tilt and telescopic (manual) adjustable steering column
Options as tested (MSRP):	S line Package ($2,500) includes leather sport seats, multi-function leather steering wheel, front fog lights, illumination package, storage package, performance suspension, fog lights, unique interior and exterior trim; Open Sky System sunroof ($1,100); rear side airbags ($350)
Destination charge:	($775)
Gas guzzler tax:	N/A
Price as tested (MSRP):	$30655
Layout:	front-wheel drive
Engine:	2.0-liter dohc 16-valve turbocharged and intercooled inline-4
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):	200 @ 5100-6000
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):	207 @ 1800-5000
Transmission:	6-speed manual
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:	21/29 mpg
Wheelbase:	101.5 in.
Length/width/height:	168.7/77.4/56.0 in.
Track, f/r:	59.9/58.8 in.
Turning circle:	35.1 ft.
Seating capacity:	5
Head/hip/leg room, f:	38.1/54.3/41.2 in.
Head/hip/leg room, m:	N/A
Head/hip/leg room, r:	in.
Cargo volume:	19.5 cu. ft.
Payload:	N/A
Towing capacity:	N/A
Suspension, f:	independent, MacPherson strut with separate spring/shock, anti-roll bar
Suspension, r:	independent, four-link with separate shock/spring, anti-roll bar
Ground clearance:	4.0 in.
Curb weight:	3263 lbs.
Tires:	225/45R17
Brakes, f/r:	ventilated disc/disc with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist
Fuel capacity:	14.5 gal.