It has a turbocharged gasoline, a displacement of 1.8 liters and 180 hp of official power, some more engine, according to our data. The interjection of surprise Ave Maria! It comes to hair: the safety, performance and comfort define it. So is the A3 1.8 T.

The A3 is the second best-selling model of the German brand in our country. In fact, over the past year 16,391 units were registered. And its aesthetic like, especially among young people, although its price, almost 29,000 euros (about 5 million pesetas) draws back more than one. His closest rivals, the Volkswagen Golf and Seat Leon, are also on the podium in their respective ranges. There must be a reason.

This A3 1.8 T petrol engine equips the most powerful available in its range. Develops, according to the brand, 180 hp at 5,500 laps. However, our Technical Center has emerged that goes a little further and stands at 197 hp at 5,710 rpm. Without any doubt, the turbocharger equipping helps you get a figure resulting torque for the engine that has a value no less surprising: 28.3 mkg at 3,070 rpm.
Road handling is very good. The suspensions are somewhat hard, so car stability is not compromised at any time when driving fast. This affects certain comfort rather bumpy paths or broken terrain. In some cases, you may even witness traction loss lights. This is not the only time we can see the witness’ car doing a spin “in a pure acceleration may also appear. The screeching wheels, some of them loses traction and manager sends it over there the thing necessary for the couple is not destabilized. And … no problems.

On long trips, maintain a high cruising speed is simple and comfortable. In performance, acceleration from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour is 7.1 seconds few tenths above the official data that estimated at 7.6 seconds. Our data are reported as mean two passes; in one, the A3 pulverized the official mark and stood at 7.06 seconds. It takes to travel the first kilometer 28 seconds starting from standstill. With this data we can get an idea that what is capable when already has some speed. That is, under normal conditions.

Recoveries are one of the most remarkable strengths of the German car and a feature that makes the very pleasant and safe driving. At any time, this A3 is prepared to offer the best and deal with situations like overtaking slope or rise ports without more problems than speed. However, if we are willing to play with the change, the benefits multiply and thereby driving pleasure.