Specifications

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The model-specific standard and optional equipment can be found in the index from page98 onwards.
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Technology/safety
Recuperation
economises on fuel via brake energy recuperation;
kinetic energy is converted into usable electrical
energy by increasing the generator voltage when
the vehicle is coasting or braking and relieves the
generator during subsequent acceleration
Start-stop system
helps to reduce fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions
by automatically switching off the engine when
stationary, e.g. at traffic lights. The engine is restarted
as soon as the clutch is pressed (manual transmission)
or the footbrake is released (S tronic). May be deactivated
using a switch at any time
Audi cylinder on demand
This technology allows a significant reduction in fuel
consumption and CO₂ emissions. If the full power of
the 4 cylinders is not required in the partial-load
range
or when coasting, the intake and outlet valves of
2 cylinders are automatically closed and their ignition
and fuel injection are switched off. Active cylinders
displayed in driver information system
Dynamic suspension
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sporty, dynamic driving characteristics thanks to
impressive driving dynamics and agile handling
▪ front axle with McPherson struts
▪ 4-link rear axle with separate spring/damper
arrangement
Sport suspension
more direct contact with the road and sportier handling
compared to the dynamic suspension thanks to a body
lowered by 15 mm and stiffer springs and damper
tuning
S line sport suspension
more dynamic spring/damper setting and vehicle
lowered by 10 mm compared with the sport suspension
or by 25 mm compared with the dynamic suspension
Front-wheel drive
distributes the drive forces to the front wheels
according to the driving situation; with Electronic
Differential Lock (EDL) via intervention of the
brake system on both driven wheels, Anti-Slip
Regulation (ASR) and Electronic Stabilisation Control
(ESC) with brake assist
quattro®
permanent all-wheel drive with electronically
controlled multi-plate clutch on the rear axle as well
as wheel-selective torque control and Electronic
Differential Lock (EDL); distribution of driving forces
depending on the driving situation to each individual
wheel for precisely controlled, sporty handling;
quattro emblem in the Audi Singleframe, on the
luggage compartment lid and on the passenger side
of the dashboard
Secondary collision brake assist
Following an accident, uncontrolled continued vehicle
motion is prevented in certain situations. In these
cases secondary collisions can be avoided.
Electromechanical parking brake
includes parking brake function when stationary,
drive-off assistance function via automatic release
when driving away and maximum deceleration action
while driving acting on all 4 wheels
Manual transmission
all-synchromesh 6-speed manual transmission
with hydraulically activated single-disc dry clutch
with asbestos-free linings and dual-mass flywheel
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Driving dynamics/brakes
S tronic®
6- or 7-speed dual-clutch transmission with
electrohydraulic actuation allowing faster gear
changes with virtually no break in propulsive
power. In automatic mode, programmes D (Drive)
and S (Sport) can be selected. The S tronic
can be
manually operated using the optional shift
paddles behind the steering wheel or using the
selector lever. Includes hold assist
When in “D” gear, coasting mode allows an anticipatory
driving style and helps to reduce fuel consumption
by automatically disengaging when the accelerator is
released. It is automatically re-engaged when the
footbrake or the accelerator is pressed. Can be activated
in Audi drive select efficiency mode
Electromechanical power steering
combines precision and comfort with exceptional
energy-saving technology. The electromechanical
steering ensures stability at high speeds whilst being
light and precise when parking and manoeuvring.
Progressive steering
enhances the driving dynamics and driving comfort
thanks to more direct steering characteristics (e.g. on
winding country roads or when turning) and reduced
steering effort (e.g. when parking and manoeuvring);
impressive driving characteristics thanks to a variable
steering ratio based on the steering angle
and speed-
sensitive steering assistance, can be set
via Audi drive
select (auto/comfort/dynamic)
Equipment
Light Design Steering wheels/controls Comfort Infotainment Assistance systems Technology/safety
Airbags
full-size airbags for driver and front passenger as well
as
knee airbag on the driver side; in conjunction with
ISOFIX child seat mounting for the front-passenger
seat including deactivation switch for front-passenger
airbag
Side airbags, front, and head airbag system
front side airbags integrated into the seat backrests
and, for A3 Sedan/S3 Sedan, an additional head airbag
system that deploys over the side windows to protect
the front and outer rear seat passengers in
the event of a side impact; for A3 Sedan/S3 Sedan
optional side airbags for the rear
Integrated head restraint system
increases safety and reduces the danger of whiplash.
In the event of a rear-end collision, the design of the
front seat better restrains the upper torso and provides
stronger support for the head than conventional
systems.
Active roll-over protection
protects passengers in the back by means of an
automatically triggered protective system behind the
rear head restraints
ISOFIX child seat mounting for the
front-passenger seat
with deactivation switch for the front-passenger
airbag; for A3 Sedan and S3 Sedan with electric child-
proof lock for the rear doors
ISOFIX child seat mounting for the outer rear seats
standard mounting for practical attachment of ISOFIX
child seats; for the A3 Sedan/S3 Sedan including
additional attachment point (top tether).
Recommended child seats can be obtained from your
Audi partner.