A new 2.0-liter engine makes the Audi A3 more powerful and efficient than ever.
The 1.8-liter turbocharged engine that was previously on the Audi A3 has been replaced by a 2.0-liter TFSI, which is more powerful and more efficient. For 2017, the new engine will produce 16 horsepower (11 kilowatts), and 21 pound-feet (22.8 newton-meter) more torque than the previous version.
The 2.0-liter TFSI, coupled to the new seven-speed S Tronic transmission produces 186 horsepower (138kilowatts) as well as 221 pound-feet (299newton-meterss) of torque. This allows the front-wheel-drive sedan reach 60 mph (96 kmh), in just 6.6 seconds. The new power comes with new efficiency. A return of 29 mpg together is an increase of 2 mpg over the previous model.
The Audi A3 range will receive a few minor modifications to its exterior, including new headlight designs and updated cues for the fascia. Audi claims that the most notable refreshment will be the wider “Singleframe” grille, which gives it an aggressive look.
The starting price for the base A3 Premium front wheel-drive model is now $31,200 for coupe and $37,600 cabriolet. This does not include the $950 destination.
The A3 comes in a higher trim (Premium Plus or Prestige) and it has a 2.0-liter TFSI quattro engine. It sends 220 horsepower (164 Kilowatts) to all four wheels via a six-speed S Tronic transmission.
Premium Plus is a $3,250 more expensive than the base model, at $34,450 for coupe and $40,850 cabriolet. The Prestige edition, which does not include the RS3, will cost you $40,150 for the coupe and $46,550 per for the cabriolet. Destination not included.