Yes, yes, in Germany a limousine is not necessarily a huge sedan. It can be quite a modest car, but with a full range of premium qualities.
In Ukraine, the Audi A3 Sedan is available with two petrol engines. But only the more powerful 180-horsepower version is offered with both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. But if you have your eye on a more modest modification with a 122-horsepower engine, you still have to think about the type of gearbox, one of the three trim levels and a list of additional options.
Audi A3 Sedan 2013 in Ukraine:
Engines: petrol TFSI with a volume of 1.4 liters (122/125 HP) and 1.8 liters (180 HP)
. boxes: mechanical 6-speed and robotic 7-speed S-tronic
. drive: front and permanent full quattro
. configurations: Attraction, Ambition and Ambiente
. model cost: from UAH 448 349*
. engine: petrol TFSI with a volume of 2.0 l (300 hp)
. gearbox: robotic 7-speed S-tronic
. drive: permanent full quattro
. We are standing. test. auto, UAH 615,664 (as of 04/16/2014)
Quite adult
The smallest sedan from Audi is not limited in terms of equipment in comparison with older models. For it, you can order the Audi Connect system with internet connection and navigation, the Bang & Olufsen audio system, autonomous system heating and ventilation, monitoring system dead zones, automatic control high beam, rear view camera, panoramic roof, systems preventive security with the possibility of self-stopping, automatic parking and much more.
The materials in the car are no worse than in "a eighth", you can also choose from several interior decor options and order the S linea exterior package. But in the cabin you understand that you are driving a compact car.
A number of convenient "piano" keys allows you to hide the 5.8-inch color display in the panel, and quickly change settings modes on the move auto audi drive select. No need to even be distracted by the management of the MMI system. It is also entrusted with the management of telephony, navigation and other functions. However, the larger sedans Audi "troechka" reminds not only of this.
While standing next to the car, it seems like a miniature copy of the "four" or "six". But sitting behind the wheel, I understand that there is unexpectedly a lot of space in the front row. You don’t even have to fight for shoulder space with the front passenger. The seat of our car - with mechanical adjustments, among which are the settings of the popliteal roller and the inclination of the pillow. So sit comfortably.
But from behind, the sensations return us to the nineties, when the Audi 80 “barrel” was the ultimate dream of many motorists - it is similar in size to it new sedan. Making my way to the second row through a narrow opening and crouching because of its low upper part, I come to the conclusion that the A3 sedan can be placed on a par with the so-called four-door coupes. Sitting down, I feel that the ceiling is very close, although I am not tall. And the average passenger here is clearly the third extra. How uncomfortable it is for him to get over the transmission tunnel, which rises almost flush with the sofa cushion.
It remains to be seen whether you will not have to regret the absence of all-wheel drive and an additional 58 hp. With. 1.8-liter engine.
There is enough enthusiasm
The main striking force in the struggle for a buyer in this car can be a 1.4-liter engine developing 122 hp. With. Our car is equipped with a 7-speed S-tronic, which seems like a reasonable choice for those who spend most of their time in the city. And it’s a sin to complain about the speed of the gearbox with two clutches when switching. In any case, this power unit showed itself well done. It easily gains momentum and accelerates the car in every gear, at the end of which the tachometer needle habitually shoots back, as if burning itself on the red zone. And the sound of the engine is invigorating.
Source: autocentre.ua
Therefore, the car seems dynamic, although acceleration to 100 km / h takes more than 9.0 seconds.
However, just like the older models, the character Audi sedan A3 directly depends on the selected driving mode Audi systems drive select. Switching between five options, you can feel how the effort on the steering wheel changes, the responsiveness of the motor and the moments of shifting the gearbox.
The turbo engine is sensitive to changes in the rhythm of movement and mode. Therefore, according to the computer, our fuel consumption ranged from 5.8 to 10.2 liters. But the feeling of the car is changing dramatically.
Who's on the little one?
Miniature Audi A3 Sedan resembles older models in appearance, equipment and driving performance. At the same time, even the humblest engine can be both economical and mischievous. Such a sedan may well appeal to young families who want to join the premium segment.
Source: autocentre.ua
In addition, this car has no direct competitors in our market. Similar by BMW style The 4 Series Gran Coupe and Mercedes-Benz CLA are still larger and noticeably more expensive.
Summary
Body and comfort |
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| The A3 sedan looks just as strict and stylish as older models. And the materials and workmanship are just as good. The car is not large, but the front row is surprisingly spacious. Even without variable-rate shock absorbers, the car doesn't behave like a brute on broken roads. | Not enough space in the back. The sports suspension forces you to drive extremely carefully over uneven areas and park near curbs. |
Powertrain and dynamics |
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| The dynamics, sound and response of the engine - everything happens so quickly and fervently that it's hard to believe that there are only 122 hp under the hood. With. ride on slippery and wet roads, and the limited slip differential on all front-wheel drive modifications helps to take turns more confidently. | Not available for 1.4L engine four-wheel drive. Diesel engines will be available in Ukraine only in the near future. |
Finance and equipment |
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| Up to 7 airbags can be installed in a sedan. To help the driver, a whole range of security systems is offered. List additional equipment very wide... | ...only it includes some positions that you want to see in the database. The cost of the car is very close to the price of the larger A4. |
| Audi A3 Sedan 1.4 TFSI | |
Total information |
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body type | sedan |
doors/seats | |
Dimensions, L/W/H, mm | 4456/1796/1416 |
Front/rear track, mm | 1555/1526 |
Clearance, mm | |
Curb / full weight, kg | 1235/1785 |
Trunk volume, l | |
Tank volume, l | |
Engine |
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benz. immediately e.g. turbo |
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Resp. and number of cyl./cl. per cyl. | |
Volume, cm cube. | |
Power, kW (hp) / rpm | 103(122)/4500 |
Max. cr. torque, Nm/r/min | 200/1400 |
Transmission |
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type of drive | |
Who stayed in the editorial office for a month, and then he came to us Audi hatchback A3. More powerful (180 versus 140 horsepower) and all-wheel drive, but built on the same modular Volkswagen MQB platform. We asked ourselves: does it make sense to overpay for an Audi, or will a regular Golf be just as good?
What's the point in getting an Audi? First of all, it looks more expensive and more interesting. And if the proportions of the three-door can still be argued, then the five-door version of the Sportback is definitely beautiful. And the new sedan is not bad.
But much more important is the ability to order A3 with all-wheel drive. Golf does not give such an opportunity - unless, of course, it is a charged 300-horsepower version of R.
The S line package includes "evil" bumpers and a grille. The wheels of "our" car are 18-inch.
True, if you want the Audi A3 without fail with all-wheel drive, you will have to pay extra for a powerful 180-horsepower 1.8 TFSI engine and an S tronic box - and such a car costs at least 1 million 194 thousand rubles. All other modifications - with 1.2 TFSI engines with a power of 105 or 122 horsepower, as well as with two-liter diesel with a capacity of 143 forces - purely front-wheel drive.
Is the Audi A3 Sportback a hatchback or a station wagon? Perhaps something in between.
At the same time, even the base Audi A3 with a 105-horsepower engine and mechanical box costs from 849 thousand rubles. It has no climate control, no xenon headlights, no parking sensors, no multimedia system MMI, not even fog lights. Almost a million for emptiness! And "our" A3 is not very rich equipment (xenon headlights, climate control, leather and Alcantara trim, S-Line package, MMI yes system keyless entry) will cost more than 1 million 700 thousand rubles.
Have they gone crazy? Even the maximum equipped test Volkswagen Golf cost for one Renault Logan cheaper.
But look at the salon. Cool design, decent materials. And how "tasty" the air vents click, with what wonderful effort all the keys are pressed, how filigree the new MMI system control unit is made! And, by the way, the mirrors of the Audi A3 are much more convenient than those of the Golf, if only because you can see at least something in them.
And the biggest pride of the owner should be caused by a multimedia system with a color display retractable by means of an electric drive. Let this particular A3 make sense from it, like from a disk drive in an iPad - after all, there is no navigation, no car settings, no "wired" instructions, or even the ability to connect the player via bluetooth or USB - but how beautiful it looks. And you can brag to the passengers.
But even here it is not without sin. The driving position is not ideal, the pseudo-sport seats are too “flat”, and the steering wheel itself is large - or is this a hint that you have to pay extra for a “sporty” three-spoke?
And the main claim, oddly enough, to how the Audi A3 rides.
Tyts! This Audi A3 started off. Although the clutch discs six-speed box S tronic spend their whole lives in oil baths, the transmission does not allow them to close smoothly at the start - hence the jerks with each more or less intense acceleration. And if the Auto Hold system is turned on, which automatically tightens the handbrake at stops, then you have almost no chance to move smoothly. Really in this way Volkswagen concern decided to fix the reliability problems of this unit?
Compared to the three-door hatchback, the A3 Sportback's wheelbase has been increased by 35 millimetres. So the rear passengers will be more spacious.
For fun, we got into the official Audi configurator and tried to calculate how much the most equipped A3 (not S3!) would cost.
In motion, S tronic works better: upshifts are smooth and instantaneous, reactions to a sharp press of the accelerator are immediate. Worse, the box often interferes with my comfort by downshifting too hard when braking. That's what it is!
Not everything is in order with the smoothness of the ride: the S line suspension itself is harsh, but worse is that it also has problems with energy intensity. When driving through bumps and speed bumps, fortunately, it doesn’t come to a breakdown - but it’s also not very pleasant. It is doubly insulting: after all, the vibration and noise isolation of the Audi A3 is beyond praise.
Jerks and shaking, of course, will not strain if worn on the A3 like crazy: a frostbitten driving style easily levels these little things. Moreover, a 180-horsepower engine (torque - 250 Newton meters) allows: Audi exchanges a hundred in 6.8 seconds. Other full-fledged hot hatches still don’t know how to “exchange” like that.
The new Audi A3 comes in four body styles: three- and five-door hatchback as well as sedan and convertible. Our opinion is that the five-door Sportback looks the best.
But I don't want to! The 1.8 TFSI engine sounds unconvincing: a similar engine on Seat Leon FR is much more bass. Steering wheel: not to mention the fact that because of its size and bony rim you can really imagine yourself as a trolley bus driver, the effort on it is somehow completely frivolous.
Clan MQB
Despite the fact that the car is controlled well. Banks, thanks to the S line suspension, are small, Audi responds readily to turning the steering wheel, steering is close to neutral. But it's really interesting to ride only in the snow. To the plug-in all-wheel drive (we tried both versions - both front-wheel drive and quattro), which is usually scolded for being "dishonesty", no questions asked. The fifth generation Haldex clutch works proactively and delivers torque to rear wheels before slipping the front. You can even drive a snow-covered turn "almost in a skid." Almost - because the stabilization system still does not turn off completely. As soon as the slip exceeds the predetermined angle, the electronics will unceremoniously stop the drift race.
Specifications of the Audi A3 Sportback quattro S tronic
| 1.8TFSI quattro | |
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| engine's type | Petrol I4 |
| Working volume | 1798 cm³ |
| Max. power, hp/r/min | 180 / 4000 - 6200 |
| Max. moment, Nm/r/min | 250 / 1500 - 3900 |
| type of drive | Full |
| Transmission | 6-speed robotic |
| Front suspension | Independent McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link |
| brakes | Disc ventilated front and rear |
| Dimensions (LxWxH), mm | 4310 x 1785 x 1425 |
| Wheel base, mm | 2636 |
| Max. speed, km/h | 228 |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h, s | 6,7 |
| Fuel consumption (comb.), l / 100 km | 6,8 |
| Volume luggage compartment, l | 380 |
| Volume fuel tank, l | 50 |
| Tire size (base) | 215/40R18 |
| Price in basic configuration, rubles | from 1 264 000 |
Today we have on the test - the smallest sedan from Audi, A3. Let's take a look at what this car offers for the money and whether it's worth it. this case overpay for 4 rings and a premium brand, or it’s easier, without further ado, to purchase a product of the Korean auto industry.
Alexander Gorlin "avesti"
Let us immediately note that compact sedan premium class - a car that is extremely rare. And the direct competitors of the Audi A3 Sedan - not just one, two, and counted, but you don’t even have time to count up to two - only one Mercedes CLA fits this definition. Everything else or larger size, or below the premium level.
For the test, we got the most powerful version of this car, with 180 hp petrol turbo engine and, in addition, all-wheel drive, with a robotic seven-speed gearbox in the Ambiente performance line. Current price such a car - 1,615,000 rubles, excluding the cost of additional equipment.
The design is completely classic for the modern line of Audi sedans. And it's the same in German. A3 is the same A4, only a bit smaller, or the same A6, this time much smaller. At the same time - the same stylish face and a magnificent silhouette, which looks especially attractive, in my opinion, in red.
Inside - classic for models concern VAG feeling of quality. Everything, no matter what the hand touches or whatever the eye falls on, looks made with high quality, from high-quality materials and in German to the conscience. Buttons are pleasant to press, panels and knobs are pleasant to touch, and so on. All this is compensated for no less than traditional for cars Volkswagen some kind of ... facelessness or something. Inside, everything is extremely functional and concise, right down to the instrument panel - nothing is missing, but there are no frills either. In a word, everything is exactly as it should be!
Is it tight? Yes, it's tight. But depending on what to compare. If with Mercedes CLA, then in Audi even a little more spacious. And if with a four or six of the same "Audi", then of course it's crowded. At the same time, in the back row you can find central deflectors, a 12V cigarette lighter socket, and pockets in the front row seats.
The seats are comfortable, with sufficient lateral support, there is nothing to complain about with all your desire. There is no crampedness in the back row of seats and there is almost a lot of legroom, well, except that a tall passenger will rest against the ceiling with his head because of such a roof line ...
Let's go. The car we got for the test has a 180-horsepower gasoline engine, with a torque of 280 Nm. The engine is more than enough to quickly accelerate this, in general, not the easiest machine. Acceleration to hundreds declared by the manufacturer is a magnificent 6.8 seconds. But the curb weight of the car is quite large - 1,455 kg.
The steering wheel is short and precise. Suspension is moderately stiff, shakes a little on bumps, but handling and cornering stability are just great.
With all the splendor of the motor, it’s impossible to call the engine gluttonous. Exactly the opposite. Fuel consumption according to the passport is 8.2 liters in the city and 5.5 liters on the highway. In fact, not much more. City - 9.5-10, highway - 6.5-7.
Dimensions: length 4456 mm, width 1796 mm, height 1416 mm. Wheelbase - 2,637 mm. The trunk is quite roomy for a car this class- 390 liters.
The Audi A3 Sedan is available on Russian market in three configurations, and all of them, by some strange whim of a marketer, begin with the letter "A" - Ambiente, Ambition and Attraction. Let it look like a branded feature, but it is extremely inconvenient to navigate them. The gearbox is either a 6-speed manual or the S Tronic robot. Three options for powertrains - a 1.4 turbo gasoline engine with 125 hp, a 1.8 turbo gasoline engine with 180 hp. and a 2-liter turbodiesel with 143 hp. Of the available 18 combinations of configurations, engines, transmissions, 3 are offered with all-wheel drive, the rest with front-wheel drive. Four-wheel drive is available only for the 180-horsepower gasoline engine. The price range is from 1,225,000 to 1,615,000 rubles.
It is surprising that even in the most richly packaged initially (but excluding special stages) car there are no things that are slowly becoming elementary and for more modest brands such as navigation, rear view camera, electric folding mirrors, LED headlights and even a USB connector. At the same time, even in the list of additionally installed for extra money, for some reason, there is no steering wheel heating.
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In Ukraine, the Audi A3 Sedan is available with two petrol engines. But only the more powerful 180-horsepower version is offered with both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. But if you have your eye on a more modest modification with a 122-horsepower engine, you still have to think about the type of gearbox, one of the three trim levels and a list of additional options.
Audi A3 Sedan 2013
In Ukraine:
. engines: petrol TFSI with a volume of 1.4 liters (122/125 hp) and 1.8 liters (180 hp)
. boxes: mechanical 6-speed and robotic 7-speed S-tronic
. drive: front and permanent full quattro
. configurations: Attraction, Ambition and Ambiente
. model cost: from UAH 448 349*
. engine: petrol TFSI with a volume of 2.0 l (300 hp)
. gearbox: robotic 7-speed S-tronic
. drive: permanent full quattro
. model cost: from UAH 764,076*
Quite adult
The smallest sedan from Audi is not limited in terms of equipment in comparison with older models. For him, you can order the Audi Connect system with internet connection and navigation, Bang & Olufsen audio system, autonomous heating and ventilation system, blind spot monitoring system, automatic high beam control, rear view camera, panoramic roof, preventive safety systems with self-stop, automatic parking and much more.
The materials in the car are no worse than in "a eighth", you can also choose from several interior decor options and order the S linea exterior package. But in the cabin you understand that you are driving a compact car.
Here is an architectural style called "German minimalism", but this cannot be attributed to the quality of workmanship and materials. The front panel in the form of a wing profile carries a compact climate control unit.
The scale of the speedometer with increasing "step" turned out to be very dense. However, it is the same on the "older" models.
A number of convenient "piano" keys allows you to quickly change the settings modes of the Audi drive select car on the move. The air supply is regulated by pulling or sinking the central element.
Robotic bathroom S-tronic box with two clutches is offered as an alternative to the 6-speed "mechanics". All sedans are equipped with an electro-mechanical parking brake.
In order not to “cut” the center console, the disc receiver and SD card slots were placed in the glove compartment.
A number of convenient "piano" keys allows you to hide the 5.8-inch color display in the panel, and quickly change the settings modes of the Audi drive select car on the move. No need to even be distracted by the management of the MMI system. It is also entrusted with the management of telephony, navigation and other functions. However, the larger sedans Audi "troechka" reminds not only of this.
While standing next to the car, it seems like a miniature copy of the "four" or "six". But sitting behind the wheel, I understand that there is unexpectedly a lot of space in the front row. You don’t even have to fight for shoulder space with the front passenger. The seat of our car is with mechanical adjustments, among which are the settings for the knee roll and the inclination of the pillow. So sit comfortably.
Armchairs have a wide range of movement and hold well in turns. Adjustments can be electrical.
But from behind, the sensations return us to the nineties, when the Audi 80 “barrel” was the ultimate dream of many motorists - it is with it that the new sedan is similar in size. Making my way to the second row through a narrow opening and crouching because of its low upper part, I come to the conclusion that the A3 sedan can be placed on a par with the so-called four-door coupes. Sitting down, I feel that the ceiling is very close, although I am not tall. And the average passenger here is clearly the third extra. How uncomfortable it is for him to get over the transmission tunnel, which rises almost flush with the sofa cushion.
The second row resembles a 4-door coupe - the opening is narrow, the ceiling is close, and even the transmission tunnel with a protruding console.
It remains to be seen whether you will not have to regret the absence of all-wheel drive and an additional 58 hp. With. 1.8-liter engine.
There is enough enthusiasm
The main striking force in the struggle for a buyer in this car can be a 1.4-liter engine developing 122 hp. With. Our car is equipped with a 7-speed S-tronic, which seems like a reasonable choice for those who spend most of their time in the city. And it’s a sin to complain about the speed of the gearbox with two clutches when switching. In any case, this power unit showed itself well done. It easily gains momentum and accelerates the car in every gear, at the end of which the tachometer needle habitually shoots back, as if burning itself on the red zone. And the sound of the engine is invigorating.
All Audi motors A3 Sedan equipped with a system direct injection and turbocharging.
Therefore, the car seems dynamic, although acceleration to 100 km / h takes more than 9.0 seconds.
However, just like the older models, the character of the Audi A3 sedan directly depends on the selected driving mode of the Audi drive select system. Switching between five options, you can feel how the effort on the steering wheel changes, the responsiveness of the motor and the moments of shifting the gearbox. The turbo engine is sensitive to changes in the rhythm of movement and mode. Therefore, according to the computer, our fuel consumption ranged from 5.8 to 10.2 liters. But the feeling of the car is changing dramatically.
In the stowed state, the trunk of the Audi A3 sedan is 45 liters more than that of a 5-door hatchback, and 60 liters more than that of a 3-door. IN basic equipment- folding in the proportion of 40:60 rear sofa backs.
Sometimes the most economical Efficiency mode ceases to suit me, since in it the S-tronic does not dare to switch to lower gears for a long time, and the motor spins up too calmly, which sometimes does not allow sharp maneuvering, then I turn to the Dynamic settings. Immediately, the sedan becomes fast and sharp. The box automatically goes into sports mode and at every opportunity substitutes a lower gear, the engine is constantly in the turbo zone and demonstrates fighting habits, and the steering wheel is made as tight and accurate as possible. This car is a pleasure to drive. high speeds, and at low voltage this voltage automatically decreases. In the Individual configuration, you can assemble your own version of the operation of the machine's units, and for normal driving, the Comfort mode is enough - with soft responses power unit and steering or Auto - in it the A3 itself adapts to the style of piloting.
Although our car does not have variable-rate shock absorbers magnetic ride, the chassis works elastic and knocked down. And even on a sports suspension lowered by 15 mm with stiffer springs and shock absorbers, the Audi A3 Sedan did not become rude to passengers. He does not allow himself to be hit and even allows a slight buildup of the body on rough roads. And on big waves, I was afraid to “strike” with a protective tray, which is installed under the engine as standard equipment. Everything worked out, but I still didn’t even drive up to the curb in the parking lots, even backwards, where the overhang is still higher.
Who's on the little one?
The miniature Audi A3 Sedan resembles the older models in terms of appearance, equipment and driving performance. At the same time, even the humblest engine can be both economical and mischievous. Such a sedan may well appeal to young families who want to join the premium segment. In addition, this car has no direct competitors in our market. The similarly styled BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe and Mercedes-Benz CLA are still larger and noticeably more expensive.
Summary
Body and comfort |
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| The A3 sedan looks just as strict and stylish as older models. And the materials and workmanship are just as good. The car is not large, but the front row is surprisingly spacious. Even without variable-rate shock absorbers, the car doesn't behave like a brute on broken roads. | Not enough space in the back. The sports suspension forces you to drive extremely carefully over uneven areas and park near curbs. |
Powertrain and dynamics |
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| The dynamics, sound and response of the engine - everything happens so quickly and fervently that it's hard to believe that there are only 122 hp under the hood. With. The limited slip differential on all front-wheel drive modifications helps to drive on slippery and wet roads, as well as to take turns more confidently. | All-wheel drive is not offered for the 1.4-liter engine. Diesel engines will be available in Ukraine only in the near future. |
Finance and equipment |
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| Up to 7 airbags can be installed in a sedan. To help the driver, a whole range of security systems is offered. The list of additional equipment is very wide ... | ...only it includes some positions that you want to see in the database. The cost of the car is very close to the price of the larger A4. |
| Audi A3 Sedan 1.4 TFSI | |
Total information |
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body type |
sedan |
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doors/seats |
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Dimensions, L/W/H, mm |
4456/1796/1416 |
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Front/rear track, mm |
1555/1526 |
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Clearance, mm |
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Curb / full weight, kg |
1235/1785 |
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Trunk volume, l |
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Tank volume, l |
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Engine |
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benz. immediately e.g. turbo |
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Resp. and number of cyl./cl. per cyl. |
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Volume, cm cube. |
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Power, kW (hp) / rpm |
103(122)/4500 |
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Max. cr. torque, Nm/r/min |
200/1400 |
Transmission |
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type of drive |
front |
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7-st. robot. |
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Chassis |
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Brakes front/rear |
disk. vent./disk |
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Suspension front/rear |
independent/independent |
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Power steering |
electro |
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205/55R16 |
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Performance indicators |
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Maximum speed, km/h |
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Acceleration 0-100 km/h, s |
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Expenditure highway-city, l/100 km |
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| Warranty, years/km | 2/no limit samples |
| Maintenance frequency, years/km | 1/15000 |
| Maintenance cost, UAH | 1300 |
| Min. cost, UAH** | 490 467 |
| We are standing. test. auto, UAH** | 615 664 |
| *On sports suspension** As of April 16, 2014 | |
Photo by Andrey Yatsulyak
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Optical illusion
Few people will discern in the guise of a golf class sedan from Audi a resemblance to the familiar five-door A3. In a new form factor for itself, the model is perceived more solid and older than the hatchback. Only the radiator grill, front optics and door handles are related to the latest new sedan - everything else was developed for the four-door on an exclusive basis. Not surprisingly, very few recognize the A3 in it. The Germans did not just attach the “backpack” of the trunk to the back of the hatchback - they increased wheelbase 5 mm, made the car 11 mm wider and 9 mm lower than the A3 Sportback: the silhouette of the novelty has become more rapid, as if sprawling along the road. Almost imperceptible, but ideologically important changes in the hood, bumper and air intakes, which distinguish the sedan from other "three rubles", as well as embossed sidewalls miraculously bring it closer to its older brother - A4. As a result, the four-door, which is only 15 cm longer than the 5-door version, looks noticeably more solid than the Sportback.
Joy is in motion!
In winter traffic jams, the 1.8 TFSI engine warms up for quite some time - a common thing for engines of this family. But when it warms up, be sure that the dynamics will be enough for the eyes. The supercharged "four" pulls almost from the very bottom, slightly increasing acceleration at the turn of 2000 rpm. - just when the turbine intervenes. Further acceleration is dense and uniform up to the red zone of the tachometer. The seven-speed S-tronic is always ready and picks up desired gear instantly, you just have to give a command with the gas pedal - by the way, tight enough for a city golf sedan. You have to push the accelerator more boldly than usual, which can be a surprise for beautiful ladies behind the wheel. To slightly revive the process or, conversely, to make the ride more measured, you can use the key drive select on the center console. Each of the three modes has different settings for steering effort, throttle response and shift timing.
semi dependent rear beam, which in Europe is equipped with the initial versions of the sedan, bypassed Russia. For us, only the best - an independent multi-link! So, you can not worry about rolls in corners and diagonal buildup on bumps. The sedan confidently writes the intended trajectory, instantly follows the wheel, and in extreme modes does not tend to leave the front axle past the turn, as many do front wheel drive cars. The rating can only be lowered by elevated level noise when meeting with deep pits or tram tracks.
Special is cheaper
In the base sedan for 75,000 rubles more expensive than a hatchback. For 1,036,000 rubles. you will get a 1.4-liter gasoline engine with 125 hp. with., 6-speed "mechanics" and front-wheel drive. For a surcharge of 71,000, you can order a 7-speed robotic S-tronic, another 73,000 costs a 180-horsepower engine. Diesel A3 Sedan at least 269,000 more expensive than the base, all-wheel drive is combined only with a 1.8 TFSI engine and costs at least 1,410,000 rubles. As an expensive gift, such an A3 Sedan, and even in the upper level of Ambiente equipment, will be very good. However optimal purchase we can recognize a car with a 125-horsepower 1.4 TFSI, front-wheel drive, quick-fire "S-tronic" in the Limited Edition. Such an A3 will cost 1,100,000 rubles.
Alexander
Miller,
Deputy
main
editor
The four-door A3 surprised me pretty much. Not so much for meticulous finishes or fascinating handling - for an Audi built on the Golf platform, both go without saying. The sedan turned out to be extremely comfortable and roomy in long trips. The four of us rode it almost three thousand miles from Munich to Naples and back, and none of my passengers ever complained about crowding or any other inconvenience. The magnificent driver's seat did not cause the slightest criticism, and three middle-sized riders can also be accommodated on the sofa. And they will not only fit, but they will also travel a hundred kilometers - it has been verified.
Moreover, the trunk contained all the belongings needed by four travelers on a two-week voyage - with two adult women in the crew, we, you know, could not limit ourselves to the minimum luggage. How German engineers managed to pack enough spacious salon and a deep hold in a relatively compact form, and even give a certain solidity? Mind unbelievable!
Nicholas
whistler,
Editor-
reviewer
The Audi and Daimler engineers thought about coming up with something “compact, but not a hatchback” at about the same time, and much later the idea was picked up by their fellow competitors from BMW. The Bavarians realized before others that one hatchback in the "premium" (and even in underdeveloped markets) will not go far, and when developing the very first series with the E87 index, they drew not only bobtail hatchbacks, but also a real (that is, two-door) coupe. Competitors immediately began to invent retaliatory measures. Of course, I would like to say that Audi played “from an opponent”: they say, BMW has a real coupe, Mercedes has not quite, so we will have a traditional sedan. But no, the CLA and A3 Sedan appeared in public ten weeks apart. So the people of Ingolstadt just once again demonstrated their conservatism. And you guessed it: a car that almost copies the five-door from front bumper to the rear wheel arch, in the first nine months of 2014, it sold 2714 copies in our country: this is more than the CLA and the 2nd series combined. Touche!
Kirill
Brevdo,
Editor-
reviewer
You can raucously defend the advantages of hatchbacks over sedans, appealing to their practicality, but this car is able to put an end to unnecessary disputes. From the point of view of sedan fans, the A3 Sedan is not even a trump card that slipped out of the sleeve of a German company. This is a joker who smiles contemptuously into the eyes of the champions of the triumph of functionality, mockingly asking: “Why so serious?” Meanwhile, the car itself looks deliberately mature. You want to confuse it with the older A4 model, but it doesn’t work out - the “three-ruble note” seems much prettier. Actually, starting a speech about the merits of this sedan, it is quite possible to confine ourselves to the only point "firstly, it's beautiful." Surprisingly harmonious appearance!
Nice salon too. At first glance, it seems minimalist, although in reality it is not. Its full charm is revealed in complex details: in addition to the fact that these buttons, knobs and controllers look expensive, they are also perfectly designed ergonomically. And the most dubious artistic decision, in my opinion, can be considered "Spartak" red and white embellishments, which bring some dissonance into this laconic interior.
Oleg
Lozova,
Editor-
reviewer
There are many cars produced in the world with a thoughtful and high-quality interior, but those that make you declare yourself publicly are few. And A3, to my own surprise, is just one of them. Decent noise insulation, well-balanced ergonomics, exemplary seats - all this is just the tip of the iceberg. But what a construct! You will not find such attention to detail and quality of finish in any other business class car. Space deflector washers, elegantly lined console keys, MMI multimedia system buttons – all this makes you want to touch more often than the situation requires. Just because you experience incredible pleasure from interacting with any element interior fittings. And even the optional red and white inserts a la Spartak Moscow successfully dilute the strict classics of the interior. Of course, adjusted for the scarlet body color. In other words, there are no more doubts about the belonging of this car to the “premium” league. As well as in the popularity of the new A3 Sedan among connoisseurs of quality for quite reasonable money.
