2019 Audi A3

*Audi A3 30 TFSI S Tronic 2019 specs* - entry A3 with the 1.0L 3-cyl turbo + 7-speed DSG

The "30 TFSI" badge = 1.0L turbo. Came as Sportback hatch and Saloon sedan. Both use same drivetrain.

### *Engine & Performance*
- *Engine:* 1.0L TFSI turbo petrol, 3-cylinder
- *Capacity:* 999 cc
- *Power:* 85 kW / 114 bhp / 116 PS @ 5000-5500 rpm
- *Torque:* 200 Nm @ 2000-3500 rpm
- *Transmission:* 7-speed S Tronic DSG automatic
- *Drivetrain:* Front wheel drive
- *0-100 km/h:* 9.6s - 10.3s depending on body style
- *Top speed:* 205 km/h / 128 mph
- *Fuel consumption:* 4.8L/100km combined WLTP. Real world 5.5-6.5L
- *CO2:* 132-136 g/km
- *Fuel tank:* 50L
- *Range:* 485-535 miles / 780-860 km
- *Emission:* Euro 6

### *Dimensions - Sportback vs Saloon*
**Sportback 5-door** **Saloon 4-door**
**Length x Width x Height** 4313 x 1785 x 1477 mm 4458 x 1785 x 1443 mm
**Wheelbase** 2621-2637 mm 2637 mm
**Kerb weight** 1190-1275 kg 1240-1300 kg
**Boot** 380L, 1220L seats down 425L
### *Features - SE Technik / S Line 2019*
*Safety:* ABS + EBD, ESC, traction control, 7 airbags, ISOFIX, multi-collision braking, cruise control, tyre pressure monitor. 5-star Euro NCAP

*Tech & Comfort:*
MMI Radio Plus with 7" screen, Bluetooth, USB x2, Audi smartphone interface CarPlay/Android Auto, DAB radio, dual-zone climate control, Audi drive select, cruise control, auto start/stop, hill hold assist, electro-mechanical power steering

*S Line adds:* Xenon + LED DRLs, sport seats, 17" alloys, sport suspension, aluminium trim, body kit

*Brakes/Suspension:* Front ventilated discs, rear discs. MacPherson strut front, torsion beam rear on most 30 TFSI

### *SA Context*
SA got the A3 30 TFSI S Tronic as entry model 2018-2020. Replaced the old 1.4T.
*Warranty:* 3yr/unlimited km new. *Service:* 15,000 km intervals

*Pros:* Cheap to run, 5.5L/100km easy, DSG is quick, premium interior
*Cons:* 3-cyl engine sound, DSG maintenance cost, torsion beam rear = less refined ride vs multi-link

The 30 TFSI + S Tronic combo is reliable if DSG serviced every 60k km. Much cheaper to maintain than 35/40 TFSI.
-Available on cash and finance