Audi S1 Sportback 2.0 TFSI (231 Hp) quattro
Audi S1:
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 Overview:
Audi S1 (Sportback). With 370 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.25 l/100km). With a weight of 1340 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 5.9 s). The top speed reaches 250 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 (231 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 5.9 sec.
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 7.1 L/100 km for its class.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
- • 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 (210 L); may require careful packing.
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Audi |
| Model: | S1 |
| Generation: | Sportback |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 TFSI (231 Hp) quattro |
| Start of production: | 2014 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 231 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 116.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 370 Nm @ 1600-3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA888 / CWZA |
| Engine displacement: | 1984 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection and Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.8 l |
| Coolant: | 8.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.3:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.2-9.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.9-6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.1-7.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 250 km/h, Electronically limited |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.8 kg/Hp, 172.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.6 kg/Nm, 276.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.6 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1340 |
| Max. weight: | 1790 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 450 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 860 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 210 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: |
| Length: | 3975 mm mm |
| Width: | 1746 mm mm |
| Height: | 1423 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2469 mm mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 1906 mm |
| Front track: | 1474 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1452 mm |
| Front overhang: | 816 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 690 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m |
| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels permanently, and the rear wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary. |
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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 |
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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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| Tires size | 215/40 R17; 225/35 R18 |
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| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 17; 7.5J 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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