Audi A1 8X facelift 2014 1.0 TFSI (82 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)
8X facelift 2014 Overview:
Audi A1 (8X facelift 2014). With 160 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.1 l/100km). Weighing only 1035 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.4 s). The top speed reaches 177 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:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (82 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 12.4 sec).
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 4.2 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 facelift 2014: 2015 - 2018).
| General: |
| Brand: | Audi |
| Model: | A1 |
| Generation: | 8X facelift 2014 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 TFSI (82 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2016 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 82 Hp @ 3500-5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 82.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 160 Nm @ 1500-3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA211 / CHZE More details about the engine EA211 / CHZE |
| Engine displacement: | 999 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74.5 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 76.4 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.0-5.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.7-3.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.2-4.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 177 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.6 kg/Hp, 79.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 154.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.8 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1035 |
| Max. weight: | 1485 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 450 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 920 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 270 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1000 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 550 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 50 kg |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 1200 kg |
| Size: |
| Length: | 3973 mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1740 mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1416 mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2469 mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1477 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1471 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
| 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 | 5 |
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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 [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 | 185/60 R15; 215/45 R16; 215/40 R17 |
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| Wheel rims size | 6J x 15; 7J x 16; 7.5J x 17 |
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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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