2012 Audi A3 2.0 TFSI FWD Progressiv
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2008 Audi A3 3.2 S Line quattro

2012 Audi A3  2.0 TFSI FWD Progressiv

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2008 Audi A3  3.2 S Line quattro
2012 Audi A3 2.0 TFSI FWD Progressiv 2008 Audi A3 3.2 S Line quattro Difference
Name 2.0 TFSI FWD Progressiv 3.2 S Line quattro
Price $ 34,100 $ 45,700
Body Hatchback Hatchback
Doors 5 Doors 5 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 2.0L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve 3.2L V6 DOHC 24-valve
Power 200 hp @ 5100 rpm 250 hp @ 6300 rpm
Number of Seats 5 Seats 5 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 6-speed manual transmission 6 speed sequential Direct Shift Gearbox
Cargo Space 370.0 L 370.0 L 0 (0%)
Maximum Cargo Space 370.0 L 1,100.0 L 730 (197%)
Wheel Type 17'' double 5 twin-spoke alloy wheels 17'' Quattro alloy wheels
Series A3 (8V) A3 (8P, facelift 2008)
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive All-wheel drive
Horsepower 200 HP 250 HP 50 (25%)
Torque 218 N.m 273 N.m 55 (25%)
Top Speed 215 km/h 231 km/h 16 (7%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 6.9 s 5.5 s 1.4 (20%)
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption (City) 9.4 L/100km 11.3 L/100km 1.9 (20%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 6.9 L/100km 8.0 L/100km 1.1 (16%)
Gear Type manual auto
Weight 1,205 KG 1,205 KG
Brand Audi Audi
Model A3 A3
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 14.7 s 12.1 s 2.6 (18%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 156.2 km/h 168.2 km/h 12 (8%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 24.4 s 22.7 s 1.7 (7%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 175.8 km/h 189.3 km/h 13.44 (8%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

A3 (8V) vs A3 (8P, facelift 2008) Specifications

Comfort and Convenience

2012 Audi A3 2.0 TFSI FWD Progressiv 2008 Audi A3 3.2 S Line quattro
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with RDSYes
Air ConditionningDual-zone auto climate controlDual-zone auto climate control
AntennaGlass-imprinted antennaSatellite radio preparation with roof antenna
Courtesy Dome LightCourtesy lightsInterior ambiant lights
Cruise ControlYesYes
Driver Vanity MirrorIlluminated driver-side vanity mirrorFront illuminated vanity mirrors
Front WipersRain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipersIntermittent windshield wipers
Number of Speakers10 speakers10 speakers
Power Outlet3-12-volt power outlet2 12-volt power outlets
Power WindowsPower windows with one-touch up/down featureYes
Premium Sound SystemAudi Concert sound systemBose Premium Sound System
Reading LightFront and rear reading lightsFront and rear reading lamps
Rear View MirrorAuto-dimming interior mirror with compassDay/night rear view mirror with digital compass
Rear WipersIntermittent rear window wiperRear intermittent wiper
Single CDCD playerCD player
Special Feature (Option)Satellite radioSD Memory card slot
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering wheelTilt and telescopic steering wheel

Dimensions

2012 Audi A3 2.0 TFSI FWD Progressiv 2008 Audi A3 3.2 S Line quattro
Cargo Capacity370 L370 L
Curb Weight1460 kg1480 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity55 L55 L
Height1423 mm1423 mm
Length4292 mm4286 mm
Wheelbase2580 mm2578 mm
Width1995 mm1957 mm

Exterior Details

2012 Audi A3 2.0 TFSI FWD Progressiv 2008 Audi A3 3.2 S Line quattro
Bumper ColourBody-color bumpersBody-color bumpers with S Line badge
Exterior DecorationIncandescent LED taillightsRoof spoiler
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color exterior mirrorsBody-color outside mirrors
Front Fog LightsYesYes
GrilleBlack grille with chrome surroundGrille with S Line badge
Headlight TypeBi-xenon headlightsHalogen headlights
Heated Exterior MirrorsYesYes
Power Exterior MirrorsYesPower outside mirrors

Interior Details

2012 Audi A3 2.0 TFSI FWD Progressiv 2008 Audi A3 3.2 S Line quattro
Floor MatsCarpet front and rear floor matsFront and rear floor mats
Folding Rear Seats60/40-split folding rear bench seat60/40-split folding rear bench seat
Front Center ArmrestYesFolding front center armrest with storage
Front Seats Driver LombarDriver's seat 4-way power lumbar supportDriver-side powered lumbar support
Front Seats Driver Power Seats8-way power driver's seat12-way power driver's seat
Front Seats HeatedFront heated seatsHeated front seats
HeadlinerCloth headlinerCloth headliner
Maintenance Interval ReminderMaintenance reminderMaintenance reminder
Number of Cup Holders4 cup holders4 cup holders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Rear Center ArmrestRear-seat center armrestRear folding armrest
Seat TrimLeather seatsLeather seats
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with paddle shiftersLeather-wrapped steering wheel
TachometerYesYes
Trip ComputerYesYes

Mechanical

2012 Audi A3 2.0 TFSI FWD Progressiv 2008 Audi A3 3.2 S Line quattro
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveAll-wheel drive
Engine Name2.0L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve3.2L V6 DOHC 24-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6 speed sequential Direct Shift Gearbox

Overview

2012 Audi A3 2.0 TFSI FWD Progressiv 2008 Audi A3 3.2 S Line quattro
BodyHatchbackHatchback
Doors55
Engine2.0L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve3.2L V6 DOHC 24-valve
Fuel Consumption9.4 (Automatic City)6.9 (Automatic Highway)10.4 (Manual City)6.7 (Manual Highway)11.3 (Automatic City)8.0 (Automatic Highway)
Power200 hp @ 5100 rpm250 hp @ 6300 rpm
Seats55
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6 speed sequential Direct Shift Gearbox
WarrantiesBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 144/MonthsBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 144/Months

Safety

2012 Audi A3 2.0 TFSI FWD Progressiv 2008 Audi A3 3.2 S Line quattro
Anti-Lock BrakesABS brakesAnti-lock brakes
Anti-Theft AlarmAnti-theft alarm systemAlarm system
Brake AssistBrake assistBrake assist
Brake Type4-wheel disc4-wheel disc
Child Seat AnchorISOFIX child seat anchorsLATCH child seat anchors
Child-proof LocksChild security rear door locksChild security rear door locks
Driver AirbagDriver side front airbagDriver-side front airbag
Electronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distribution
Front Seat BeltsHeight adjustableHeight adjustable, pre-tensioner
Panic AlarmPanic alarmPanic alarm
Passenger AirbagPassenger side front airbagPassenger side front airbag
Rear Seat BeltsHeight adjustableCenter 3-point
Side AirbagSeat-mounted side airbagsRear side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2012 Audi A3 2.0 TFSI FWD Progressiv 2008 Audi A3 3.2 S Line quattro
Front Anti-Roll BarYesFront stabilizer bar
Front SuspensionFront independent suspensionIndependent front suspension
Front Tires225/45R17 tiresP225/45R17
Power SteeringServotronic variable assist rack and pinion steeringVariable-assist power rack-and-pinion steering
Rear Anti-Roll BarYesRear stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionRear independent suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Wheel Type17'' double 5 twin-spoke alloy wheels17'' Quattro alloy wheels

2012 Audi A3 2.0 TFSI FWD Progressiv

The 2012 Audi A3 2.0 TFSI FWD Progressiv is a Front-wheel drive Hatchback. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 5 Doors and is powered by a 2.0L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 200 hp @ 5100 rpm and is paired with 6-speed manual transmission gearbox. The 2012 Audi A3 2.0 TFSI FWD Progressiv has cargo capacity of 370 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1460 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2012 Audi A3 2.0 TFSI FWD Progressiv has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers and. Safety features also include Driver side front airbag and Passenger side front airbag. The front suspension is Front independent suspension while the rear suspension is Rear independent suspension. The car also features a It has 17'' double 5 twin-spoke alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 218 N.m of torque and a top speed of 215 km/h. The 2012 Audi A3 2.0 TFSI FWD Progressiv accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 6.9 seconds and hits quarter mile at 14.7 seconds. Fuel consumption is 9.4 L/100km in the city and 6.9 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 34,100

2008 Audi A3 3.2 S Line quattro

The 2008 Audi A3 3.2 S Line quattro is a All-wheel drive Hatchback. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 5 Doors and is powered by a 3.2L V6 DOHC 24-valve engine which outputs 250 hp @ 6300 rpm and is paired with 6 speed sequential Direct Shift Gearbox gearbox. The 2008 Audi A3 3.2 S Line quattro has cargo capacity of 370 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1480 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2008 Audi A3 3.2 S Line quattro has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers and. Safety features also include Driver-side front airbag and Passenger side front airbag. The front suspension is Independent front suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a It has 17'' Quattro alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 273 N.m of torque and a top speed of 231 km/h. The 2008 Audi A3 3.2 S Line quattro accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 5.5 seconds and hits quarter mile at 12.1 seconds. Fuel consumption is 11.3 L/100km in the city and 8 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 45,700


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