Audi Q3 8U facelift 2014 2.0 TDI ultra (150 Hp)
Audi Q3:
The Audi Q3 is a subcompact luxury crossover SUV produced by Audi since 2011. The Q3 has a transverse-mounted front engine.
Designed by Julian Hoenig in 2006, it was a concept vehicle with Liquid Silver body colour, 20-inch wheels, fabric folding roof, electrically controlled hood, 4-cylinder 2. 0 TDI engine rated at 204 PS and 400 N⋅m , diesel particulate filter and Bluetec emission control system, quattro permanent four-wheel drive system with Haldex clutch, Audi S tronic dual-clutch gearbox, MacPherson strut front axle and a four-link rear axle, Audi drive select system with 3 modes , MMI control panel with touch pad and dual-view technology, sound system with the prominent extending tweeters....(Read more on Wikipedia)
8U facelift 2014 Overview:
Audi Q3 (8U facelift 2014). With 340 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~4.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1485 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.6 s). The top speed reaches 204 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. 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 9.3 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • Exceptional fuel efficiency: 5.1 L/100 km.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (460 L) suitable for daily needs.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(8U: 2012 - 2014).
| General: |
| Brand: | Audi |
| Model: | Q3 |
| Generation: | 8U facelift 2014 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 TDI ultra (150 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2014 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Particulate filter |
| Power: | 150 Hp @ 3500-4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 76.2 Hp/l [3mm more] |
| Torque: | 340 Nm @ 1750-3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA288 / CUVC, DBBA, DFTA More details about the engine EA288 / CUVC, DBBA, DFTA |
| Engine displacement: | 1968 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 4.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 204 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.9 kg/Hp, 101 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.4 kg/Nm, 229 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.1 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1485 |
| Max. weight: | 2085 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 600 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1365 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 460 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1800 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 l |
| AdBlue tank: | 12 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 80 kg |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 1800 kg |
| Size: |
| Length: | 4388 mm mm [3mm more] |
| Width: | 1831 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1608 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2603 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2019 mm |
| Front track: | 1571 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1575 mm |
| Front overhang: | 905 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 880 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.8 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 | 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 [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 | 215/65 R16 |
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| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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