Ambition
2L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Petrol, 4x4
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Audi A3 Ambition (2006) price & specs
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Ambition
Overview
The 2006 Audi A3 Ambition is a four-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Audi A3 is regarded as a Small Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $51,050 before on-road costs.
This Audi A3 is powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine that has 147 kW of power (at 5100 rpm) and 280 Nm of torque (at 1800 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Audi claims the A3 Ambition uses 7.9L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out nullg of CO2. It has a 55L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 696km per full tank
The Audi A3 measures 1423mm (56.0 inches) in height, 4286mm (168.7 inches) in length, 1765mm (69.5 inches) in width with a 2578mm (101.5 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1410kg (3108.5 lbs) of unladen weight. The A3 Ambition comes standard with 225/45 R17 front tyres and 225/45 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
57.92 - 117.57 kW/t
57.92 kW/t
141.82 kW/t
Boot Space
302 - 370 litres
302 litres
544 litres
Fuel Efficiency
5.9 - 9.7 L/100km
5.8 L/100km
9.7 L/100km
Price
$33,950 - $74,090
$33,950
$74,090
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 2 years
1 year
4 years
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Dimensions
4,286 mm
1,765 mm
1,423 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,286 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,765 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,578 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,700 mm |
| Load Capacity | 560 mm |
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Explore Audi A3 Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Engine
Bore Engine: 82.5
Engine (cc): 1984
Compression Ratio: 10.5
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.8
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 30
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.9
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 6.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 236
Maximum Speed (mph): 147
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 200
Maximum Power (kW): 147
Maximum Torque (Nm): 280
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5100
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1800
Drive
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full And Part-Time
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Part
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 39.6
Rear Seat Down (L): 1120
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 13.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 370
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10700
Front Track (in): 60.3
Front Track (mm): 1531
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 35.1
Overall Height (in): 56
Overall Height (mm): 1423
Overall Length (in): 168.7
Overall Length (mm): 4286
Overall Width (in): 69.5
Overall Width (mm): 1765
Rear Track (in): 59.6
Rear Track (mm): 1515
Wheelbase (in): 101.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2578
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.2
Front Headroom (mm): 970
Rear Headroom (in): 36.9
Rear Headroom (mm): 938
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.7
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1390
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 53.5
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1360
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front to Rear Sunroof Location: Front To Rear
Front to Rear Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front to Rear Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Rear
Rear Blind Type: Manual
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Rear Power Windows: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3968
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 740
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1631
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1970
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4343
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1410
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3109
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio System
Brand Name: Bose
Cassette Player: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 10
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Floor Mats
Material: Textile
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Adult Occupant: 4
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Fixed
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Air Conditioning
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Remote Operation: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Operation: Remote
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