Audi A1 Sportback (8X facelift 2014) 1.4 TFSI (125 Hp)
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 in the form of 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)
Sportback (8X facelift 2014) Overview:
Audi A1 (Sportback (8X facelift 2014)). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1180 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.9 s). The top speed reaches 204 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (150 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 7.8 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 4.7 L/100 km.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • 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.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(8X: 2013 - 2014).
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| Brand: | Audi |
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| Model: | A1 |
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| Generation: | Sportback (8X facelift 2014) |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 TFSI (125 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 2014 |
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| End of production: | 2018 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 89.6 Hp/l [19mm more] |
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| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 1400-4000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | EA211 / CZCA More details about the engine EA211 / CZCA |
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| Engine displacement: | 1395 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.7 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.4 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.2 l/100 km |
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| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.9 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.9 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 204 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.4 kg/Hp, 105.9 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.9 kg/Nm, 169.5 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.5 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1180 |
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| Max. weight: | 1625 |
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| Max load: | 445 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 270 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3973 mm [19mm more] |
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| Width: | 1746 mm [6mm more] |
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| Height: | 1422 mm [6mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2469 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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| Front track: | 1477 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1471 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc |
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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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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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