Audi A1 8X 2.0 TFSI (256 Hp) quattro
Audi A1:
The Audi A1 is a luxury supermini car launched by Audi at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. Sales of the initial three-door A1 model started in Germany in August 2010, with the United Kingdom following in November 2010. The five-door model marketed as the Sportback was launched in November 2011, with sales starting in export markets during early 2012. The second generation was released in 2019; the three-door hatchback model was discontinued in 2018 along with the first generation.
The A1 was previewed at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show as the Audi metroproject concept car. The concept seats four and features a new plug-in hybrid powertrain. With this powertrain, a 1. 4 L 148 bhp Turbo FSI engine drives the front wheels via a six-speed S tronic gearbox, while a 40 bhp electric motor provides power to the rear wheels. The electric motor is also capable of producing 148 lb⋅ft of torque....(Read more on Wikipedia)
8X Overview:
Audi A1 (8X). With 350 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.7 l/100km). With a weight of 1390 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5.7 s). The top speed reaches 245 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (122 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Respectable acceleration of 9 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 5.3 L/100 km.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
- • Compact cargo space (270 L); may require careful packing.
- • Meets EURO 5 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(8X: 2011 - 2014).
| General: |
| Brand: | Audi |
| Model: | A1 |
| Generation: | 8X |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 TFSI (256 Hp) quattro |
| Start of production: | 2012 |
| End of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 256 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 129 Hp/l [33mm more] |
| Torque: | 350 Nm @ 2500-4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA113 / CDLH More details about the engine EA113 / CDLH |
| Engine displacement: | 1984 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.6 l |
| Coolant: | 9.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 245 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.4 kg/Hp, 184.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4 kg/Nm, 251.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.4 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1390 |
| Max. weight: | 1790 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 400 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 860 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 210 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 3987 mm mm [33mm more] |
| Width: | 1740 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1416 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2469 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1463 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1450 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 312 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc, 272 mm [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 225/35 R18 |
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| Wheel rims size | 8J x 18 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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