Audi S3
First generation (Typ 8L, 1999-2003)
Audi S3 (8L)
Production
19992003
Body style(s)
3-door hatchback
Platform
Volkswagen A4 (PQ34)
Engine(s)
1.8L I4 20v turbo
Related
Audi TT,
VW Golf Mk4,
koda Octavia,
SEAT Len
Overview
The first generation S3 is built on the same A platform of the Audi A3, Volkswagen Golf Mk4, Audi TT, SEAT Len and koda Octavia.
The straight-4 20v 1.8 L turbocharged petrol engine comes in two versions of power output: 210 PS (154 kW; 207 hp) and 225 PS (165 kW; 222 hp). Early models (1999-2001) had 210 PS (154 kW; 207 hp) which is said to be a de-tuned Audi TT engine, and was said to be reduced to lessen brand competition with the more powerful TT. Later models (2001-2003) had variable valve timing and 225 PS (165 kW; 222 hp). The engine provides a maximum 280 Nm (210 ftlbf) of torque, most of which is available from 2200 through to 5500 rpm. This is the first time a small five-valve engine has been used in an Audi S-series car.
Although dubbed “quattro”, the S3 uses a different “on-demand” four-wheel drive system. The Haldex Traction coupling adjusts the bias of torque distribution from the front to rear axle as grip requirements change – most of the time it operates as a front-wheel drive.
The S3 was sold in the United Kingdom, Europe, Mexico, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, but was not officially marketed in the United States.
The S3 was facelifted in 2000, where it was given one-piece headlights/indicator units, different front wings, rear lights clusters, and some minor upgrades to interior trim. There had been minor changes to the design previous to this, including digital clock on the dash.
Equipment
Standard features include xenon HID headlamps with high pressure washers and auto levelers, front fog lamps, 17″ “Avus” alloy wheels with 225/45R17 tyres, electrically adjustable Recaro leather seats, climate control, alarm and Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) with traction control (ASR).
Options include a Bose sound system, boot/trunk mounted 6 disc CD changer, metallic paint, 18 inch 9-spoke RSTT wheels, glass sunroof, centre arm rest, privacy glass (B-pillar backwards), auto dipping rear view mirror, parking assist, luggage net, heated front seats, cruise control, aluminium door mirror casings and part leather/alcantara (blue/silver/yellow) combination seat coverings.
Second generation (Typ 8P, 2006-present)
Audi S3 (8P)
Production
2006resent
Body style(s)
3-door hatchback,
5-door hatchback (2008-on)
Platform
Volkswagen A5 (PQ35)
Engine(s)
2.0L I4 Turbo FSI
Transmission(s)
6-speed Manual
6-speed S tronic
Kerb weight
1,495kg
Related
Audi TT,
VW Golf Mk5,
VW Jetta
Audi S3 (8P) in Imola Yellow
The second generation Audi S3 – Typ 8P, is powered by a modified and uprated Volkswagen Group-sourced 2.0L Turbocharged FSI petrol engine, with a maximum output of 195 kW (265 PS; 261 bhp). As with all Audi S models, the design was done in-house by quattro GmbH. The engine features uprated high performance pistons, revised boost/fuel mapping, increased turbocharger size (KKK K04) and larger intercooler. The most powerful form of this widely used engine, and quattro four-wheel drive, makes for a 0100 km/h (062 mph) time of 5.5 s, and an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).
The chassis has had the spring rating and dampers revised, along with the body kit. Like its predecessor, although badged a “quattro” model, the S3 does not employ a Torsen centre differential (as in other common quattro models), but instead uses the Swedish Haldex Traction system in its on-demand four-wheel drive transmission, due to the transverse engine layout.
In the United Kingdom, the S3 is priced notably higher than many of its rivals. BMW’s 130i M Sport offers 265 bhp (198 kW; 269 PS), but is slower to 100 km/h (62 mph) at 6.0 seconds. Other cars of similar power are a good deal cheaper; the Volkswagen Golf Mk5 R32 sports 184 kW (250 PS; 247 bhp), with 0100 km/h (062 mph) achieved in 6.5 seconds. The Vauxhall Astra VXR comes with less power – 240 bhp (179 kW; 243 PS) – but manages 0100 kilometres per hour (062 mph) in 6.5 seconds, whilst the SEAT Len Cupra (2.0 T-FSI with 177 kW (241 PS; 237 bhp)), Volvo C30 (225 bhp (168 kW; 228 PS) 2.5-litre inline-5 turbo), and Mazdaspeed3 (2.3-litre turbocharged engine with 263 bhp (196 kW; 267 PS)) also provide competition. Only the S3 and R32 are four-wheel drive, however, though the 130i M Sport is rear-wheel drive.
Audi has stated the S3 will not be sold in North/South America, although it is available in Mexico. Reasons range from pricing and competition with the Volkswagen Golf R32, and/or stealing sales from the new Audi TT and due to cost effectiveness in the North American market. Audi has announced a 2.0T quattro model for the North/South American market due out in 2009/2010 to coincide with the A3 body upgrade.
Audi S3 Sportback
In April 2008, Audi announced a five-door S3 variant based on the A3 Sportback (Typ 8PA), with the same engine and transmission as the existing 8P S3.
At the same time a minor facelift of the 3-door S3 (in common with the A3) was also announced.
See also
Audi S and RS models
References
^ “Audi S3”. carautoportal.com. http://www.carautoportal.com/audi/audi-s3.php. Retrieved 2009-06-28.
^ “Audi S3 Sportback and A3 facelift”. Car Magazine. 2008-04-28. http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/News/Search-Results/First-Official-Pictures/Audi-S3-Sportback-and-A3-facelift/. Retrieved 2008-10-14.
^ “The new generation Audi A3”. www.audi.co.uk. 2008-04-27. http://www.audi.co.uk/audi/uk/en2/about_audi_ag/news/The_new_generation_Audi_A3.html. Retrieved 2008-07-14.
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