The A3 heads into its second year with no major changes. This little Audi shares its platform, four-cylinder engine and transmissions with the Volkswagen GTI. The A3 is offered as a hatchback sedan, in two-wheel or on-demand all-wheel-drive versions. The four-cylinder model powers its front wheels with a two-litre engine. Only the 3.2L V6 version is available with all- wheel drive. In terms of size, the A3 is shorter and wider than the Honda Civic
Engine: 16-valve, 2.0-litre 4-cylinder, turbo; 24-valve, 3.2-litre V6
Horsepower: 00 hp from 5,100 to 6,000 rpm; 250 hp at 6,300 rpm
Torque: 207 lb-ft from 1,800 to 5,000 rpm; 236 lb-ft from 3,800 to
3,200 rpm
Transmission: 6-speed manual; 6-speed automatic
Suspension: fully independent
Brakes: disc/disc
Wheelbase: 257.8 cm
Length: 428.6 cm
Width: 195.9 cm (with mirrors)
Height: 142.3 cm
Weight: 1,480 to 1,660 kg
Tires: 225/45R17; 235/40R18
Maximum towing capacity: not recommended
Airbags: dual front, plus two side and two curtain airbags
