A3 (8L)

1996–2003

A3 (8P)2003–2012

Audi A3 (8L) 1996 — Front 3/4 view

Audi A3 (8L) 1996 — Front view

Audi A3 (8L) 1996 — Side Left view

Audi A3 (8L) 1996 — Side Right view

Audi A3 (8L) 1996 — Rear view

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Audi's entry into the premium hatchback segment. The A3 brought four-ring prestige to a class previously dominated by non-premium brands.

History

Built on the VW Golf Mk4 platform, the A3 elevated the compact hatchback with superior materials, build quality, and the 1.8T engine that became a tuning legend. The S3 with 210 hp and Quattro was the hot hatch benchmark of its era.

Production & Heritage

Production Total900,000

DesignerPeter Schreyer

Production Period1996–2003

Estimated Value$3K–$10K

Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.

Technical Specifications

Engine1.8L Inline-4 Turbo (20V)

Power180 hp

Transmission5-speed manual

DrivetrainFWD

Weight1,205 kg

Engine Details

Displacement1.8L (1,781 cc)

Performance

Weight-to-Power6.7 kg/hp

Tags

Inline-4 Turbocharged FWD Hatchback 1990s Manual Gearbox

References & Sources

Wikipedia: Audi A3 8Lwikipedia.org

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