Specifications: Audi A3 (8L) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999

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Audi A3 (8L) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic – Full specifications
General information
Brand Audi
Model A3
Generation A3 (8L)
Modification (Engine) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic
Start of production 1996 year
End of production 1999 year
Powertrain Architecture Internal Combustion engine
Body type Hatchback
Seats 5
Doors 3
Performance specs
Fuel consumption (economy) – urban 8.8 l/100 km
26.73 US mpg
32.1 UK mpg
11.36 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) – extra urban 4.8 l/100 km
49 US mpg
58.85 UK mpg
20.83 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) – combined 6.2 l/100 km
37.94 US mpg
45.56 UK mpg
16.13 km/l
CO2 emissions 165 g/km
Fuel Type Diesel
Acceleration 0 – 100 km/h 14 sec
Acceleration 0 – 62 mph 14 sec
Acceleration 0 – 60 mph (Calculated by Auto-Data.net) 13.3 sec
Maximum speed 178 km/h
110.6 mph
Weight-to-power ratio 12.4 kg/Hp, 80.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio 5.5 kg/Nm, 180.4 Nm/tonne
Engine specs
Power 90 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power per litre 47.5 Hp/l
Torque 202 Nm @ 1900 rpm.
148.99 lb.-ft. @ 1900 rpm.
Engine layout Front, Transverse
Engine Model/Code AGR, ALH
Engine displacement 1896 cm3
115.7 cu. in.
Number of cylinders 4
Engine configuration Inline
Cylinder Bore 79.5 mm
3.13 in.
Piston Stroke 95.5 mm
3.76 in.
Compression ratio 19.5:1
Number of valves per cylinder 2
Fuel injection system Direct injection
Engine aspiration Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain OHC
Engine oil capacity 4.4 l
4.65 US qt | 3.87 UK qt
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Coolant 6 l
6.34 US qt | 5.28 UK qt

Space, Volume and weights
Kerb Weight 1120 kg
2469.18 lbs.
Max. weight 1705 kg
3758.88 lbs.
Max load 585 kg
1289.7 lbs.
Trunk (boot) space – minimum 350 l
12.36 cu. ft.
Trunk (boot) space – maximum 1100 l
38.85 cu. ft.
Fuel tank capacity 55 l
14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal
Max. roof load 100 kg
220.46 lbs.
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%) 1300 kg
2866.01 lbs.
Permitted trailer load without brakes 630 kg
1388.91 lbs.
Permitted towbar download 75 kg
165.35 lbs.
Dimensions
Length 4152 mm
163.46 in.
Width 1735 mm
68.31 in.
Width including mirrors 1847 mm
72.72 in.
Height 1423 mm
56.02 in.
Wheelbase 2513 mm
98.94 in.
Front track 1513 mm
59.57 in.
Rear (Back) track 1492 mm
58.74 in.
Front overhang 867 mm
34.13 in.
Rear overhang 773 mm
30.43 in.
Ride height (ground clearance) 130 mm
5.12 in.
Drag coefficient (Cd) 0.31
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter) 10.9 m
35.76 ft.
Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs
Drivetrain Architecture The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel Front wheel drive
Number of gears and type of gearbox 4 gears, automatic transmission
Front suspension Independent type McPherson, Wishbone
Rear suspension Suspension with traction connecting levers
Front brakes Ventilated discs
Rear brakes Disc
Assisting systems ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type Steering rack and pinion
Power steering Hydraulic Steering
Tires size 195/65 R15
Wheel rims size 6J x 15

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