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Ambition
2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD
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Audi A3 Ambition (2012) price & specs
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Overview
The 2012 Audi A3 Ambition is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 3rd July 2012 classified as a MK2. The Audi A3 is regarded as a Small Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $45,300 before on-road costs.
This Audi A3 is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 103 kW of power (at 4200 rpm) and 320 Nm of torque (at 1750 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Audi claims the A3 Ambition uses 5.3L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 140g of CO2. It has a 55L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1038km per full tank
The Audi A3 measures 1423mm (56.0 inches) in height, 4292mm (169.0 inches) in length, 1765mm (69.5 inches) in width with a 2578mm (101.5 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1460kg (3218.7 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
54.42 - 101.03 kW/t
52.12 kW/t
164.34 kW/t
Boot Space
370 litres
250 litres
505 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.5 - 7.6 L/100km
3.8 L/100km
10.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
724 - 1,222 km
170 km
1,447 km
Price
$40,500 - $53,400
$21,990
$74,500
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 2 years
1 year
4 years
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Dimensions
4,292 mm
1,765 mm
1,423 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,292 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,765 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,578 mm |
| Load Capacity | 485 mm |
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 140
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 81.0
Engine (cc): 1968
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 95.5
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.1
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1038
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 645
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 18.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 53
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 44
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.3
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 210
Maximum Speed (mph): 130
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 140
Maximum Power (kW): 103
Maximum Torque (Nm): 320
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1750
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Manual
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
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
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 Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
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: Y
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
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Pq35
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim on Exhaust Pipe: yes
Spoiler
Front Spoiler Colour: Body Colour
Location: Front
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
Front Track (in): 60.4
Front Track (mm): 1534
Overall Height (in): 56.0
Overall Height (mm): 1423
Overall Length (in): 169.0
Overall Length (mm): 4292
Overall Width (in): 69.5
Overall Width (mm): 1765
Rear Track (in): 59.3
Rear Track (mm): 1507
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.1
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10700
Wheelbase (in): 101.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2578
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.3
Front Headroom (mm): Unlimited
Rear Headroom (in): 36.9
Rear Headroom (mm): 938
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.4
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1381
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 52.8
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1342
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
Dusk Sensor: yes
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front to Rear Sunroof Location: Front To Rear
Front to Rear Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front to Rear Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1700
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3748
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 730
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1609
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1945
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4288
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1460
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3219
Tare Weight (kg): 1422
Audio System
Brand Name: Manufacturer'S Own
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Media Type: CD
Glove Box Capacity: 6
Location: Glove Box
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 10
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Courtesy Lights
Footwell Lights: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Automatic Parking
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Type: Manual
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20051220
ANCAP Overall: 4.0
ANCAP Pedestrian: 1
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.6 3dr Hatch
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Front Type: Pocket
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
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