Audi A1 Sportback (8X) 2.0 TDI (143 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 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)

Sportback (8X) Overview:

Audi A1 (Sportback (8X)). With 320 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5 l/100km). Weighing only 1290 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.3 s). The top speed reaches 217 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 (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:Sportback (8X)
Modification (Engine):2.0 TDI (143 Hp)
Start of production:2012
End of production:2014
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:5
Doors:5
Engine:
Engine systems:Particulate filter
Power:143 Hp @ 4200 rpm.
Power per litre:72.7 Hp/l
Torque:320 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:CFHD [Same engine] More details about the engine CFHD
Engine displacement:1968
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Fuel injection system:Diesel Commonrail
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:4 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Performance:
Fuel Type:Diesel
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:5 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:3.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:4.1 l/100 km
Emission standard:Euro 5
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:8.3 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:8.3 sec
Maximum speed:217 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:9 kg/Hp, 110.9 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:4 kg/Nm, 248.1 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:7.9 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1290
Max. weight:1685
Max load:395
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:270 l
Fuel tank capacity:45 l
Size:
Length:3954 mm mm [Same length.]
Width:1746 mm mm [6mm more]
Height:1422 mm mm [6mm more]
Wheelbase:2469 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1477 mm
Rear (Back) track:1471 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):10.6 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears6
Transmission typeManual
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires size215/45 R16
Wheel rims size7J x 16
Front suspensionIndependent type McPherson
Rear suspensionTorsion

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