The new Audi S3 offers excellent performance (300 hp, 380 nm of torque and an acceleration of 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds), with exemplary efficiency (6.9 liters at 100 km). The third generation of this powerful compact sports following follows its development.
The 2.0 TFSI engine, mounted within the Audi S3 , has been completely developed from scratch, the only thing it still has in common with its predecessor is the displacement of 1994 cc. Between 5,500 and 6,200 RPM offers a nominal power of 300 hp (221 kW). The 380 NM of the motor torque are available along a wide margin of revolutions, from 1,800 to 5,500 rpm.
The four -cylinder response fascinates as much as its sports sound, which is perceived in an especially intense way when the Audi Drive Select driving system is found in Dynamic mode. Punta technologies such as double injection, Audi Valvelift system or innovative thermal management, to name only some example, make the four cylinders combine high power with great efficiency.
In combination with the optional S3, the new Audi S3 solve the acceleration of 0 to 100 km/h in only 4.8 seconds, 5.2 seconds with manual change. The peak speed, electronically limited, reaches 250 km/h. At 100 km, the 2.0 TFSI requires average 6.9 liters of fuel, which rises to 7.0 liters at 100 km with manual change. Compared to the previous model equipped with manual change, the new Audi S3 consumes 1.5 liters less per 100 km, which is equivalent to a reduction of 35 grams of CO2 per km.
Both the six -speed manual change and the six -speed S tronic, available with an optional character, combine dynamism efficiently. The lower marches are characterized by a sports and short staggering, while the long transmission ratio of the sixth speed reduces consumption. The permanent integral traction makes use of a New Development Multidisk clutch that helps the Audi S3 to achieve a decisive advantage both in traction and in agility. At the exit of a curve, the new Audi S3 can accelerate sooner and more safely; It also presents dynamic and stable behavior in all circumstances.
The new Audi S3 has a sports shooting train and some elaborate suspensions, which together with progressive direction is decisive to respond precisely and spontaneously to the movements of the steering wheel and masterfully trace curves of all kinds at high speed. Its zipper is detained in such a way that the transmission ratio varies depending on the steering wheel angle. Thus, progressive address becomes even more direct when the steering wheel movements are more pronounced.
The new Audi S3 equips serial wheels in 7.5 j x 18 format; The tires have dimensions of 225/40. Black -painted tweezers of large brakes incorporate registration S3 .
The Audi S3 also equips the Audi Drive Select Dynamic Driving System. Integrate the characteristic electronic accelerator curves, the optional point of the Optional S tronic and the assistance of the progressive standard address. The driver can decide just by clicking a button if these systems have to work in Comfort, Auto, Dynamic, Efficient or Individual mode. The optional damping regulation is also subject to the regulation of Audi Drive Select.
The new Audi S3 is very light, barely weighs empty 1,395 kg. Compared to the previous model, the weight has been reduced by 60 kg due in large part to the light body. In the body and in the accessory parts a high percentage of maximum resistance steels is used, while the front fins and the motor hood have been performed in aluminum.
When to the exterior design, the Audi S3 stands out for the low motor hood, the characteristic line torn under the windows and the markedly inclined C windows, which visually stretch the body. The Audi S3 measures 4,254 mm long, 1,777 mm wide and 1,401 mm high.
As an alternative to the Xenón Plus headlights, Audi offers LED headlights in the S3 . The LED headlights give the model an unmistakable look and improve lighting even more.
The exterior mirrors in aluminum finish and the striking heels provide a different touch to the sides of the new Audi S3 . The rear bumper presents a new design. The platinum gray diffuser with double chrome insertion frames the four oval final tubes of the exhaust system, which incorporate chrome embellishing. The spoiler of the edge of the roof in S3 , painted in the color of the body and with side aerodynamic elements in black, visually prolong the roof. The rear optical groups have been built in LED technology.
Performed completely in black, the interior makes the dynamism of the outside. The spheres of the instruments are gray, and the white needles. The Count Raising Scale incorporates an indicator of the supercharging pressure. The color driver information system belongs to serial equipment; The 11 mm thick on -board monitor (standard from the MMI radius) unfolds electrically and receives the driver with a S3 when connecting the ignition.
The multifunctional leather sports steering wheel, available with an optional character, has a crown flattened at the bottom, as well as change cams if the vehicle equips the S Tronic change. Pedals and rests have been made in stainless steel. As an alternative to standard sports seats, sports seats are offered with integrated headrests and shoulder zone in rhombus Guateado. Decorative moldings are performed in matte or black brushed aluminum.
Beyond the standard equipment, the new Audi S3 is available with many extras, among them are infotainment systems, led by the MMI Navigation Plus with MMI Touch. Its optional Audi Connect complement uses a UMTS module to download the personalized Internet services in the brand in the vehicle. Audi client , the new S3 with all driver assistance systems that are available in the series.
The new Audi S3 reaches the dealers in mid -2013. The price in Spain is € 42,800 for the manual version and € 43,400 with the Stronic change.
