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1.6L, 5-speed manual, 3-door Hatchback, Petrol, FWD
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Audi A3 Base (1999) price & specs
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Overview
The 1999 Audi A3 Base is a front-wheel drive, 3-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 $37,450 before on-road costs.
This Audi A3 is powered by a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine that has 74 kW of power (at 5600 rpm) and 145 Nm of torque (at 3800 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission.
The Audi A3 measures 1423mm (56.0 inches) in height, 4152mm (163.5 inches) in length, 1735mm (68.3 inches) in width with a 2512mm (98.9 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1090kg (2403.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The A3 Base comes standard with 195/65 R15 front tyres and 195/65 R15 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
65.78 - 96.07 kW/t
53.44 kW/t
105.92 kW/t
Boot Space
350 litres
270 litres
390 litres
Price
$37,450 - $46,400
$27,950
$55,790
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
60,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 2 years
1 year
4 years
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Dimensions
4,152 mm
1,735 mm
1,423 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,152 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,735 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,512 mm |
| Load Capacity | 510 mm |
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Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Engine
Bore Engine: 81
Engine (cc): 1595
Compression Ratio: 10.3
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.6
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 2
Engine Orientation: Transverse
Stroke Engine: 77.4
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Capacity Gal: 14.5
Capacity (L): 55
Clock
Type: Analogue
Computer
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Instrument Cluster
Type: Partial Digital
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Country Highway (L/100km): 5.2
AS 2877 Country Highway (mpg): 45
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
AS 2877 Urban (L/100km): 8
AS 2877 Urban (mpg): 29
Fuel Economy
AS 2877 City (L/100km): 8
AS 2877 Highway (L/100km): 5.2
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 11.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 188
Maximum Speed (mph): 117
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 101
Maximum Power (kW): 74
Maximum Torque (lb ft): 107
Maximum Torque (Nm): 145
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5600
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3800
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
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: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Width: 195
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 195
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Body Side Molding
Colour of Body Side Moulding: Body Colour
Size of Body Side Molding: Narrow
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Full
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Length to Back of Rear Station Wagons (in): 34
Length to Back of Rear Station Wagons: 863
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 38.8
Rear Seat Down (L): 1100
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 12.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 350
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 59.6
Front Track (mm): 1513
Overall Height (in): 56
Overall Height (mm): 1423
Overall Length (in): 163.5
Overall Length (mm): 4152
Overall Width (in): 68.3
Overall Width (mm): 1735
Rear Track (in): 58.7
Rear Track (mm): 1492
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.8
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10900
Wheelbase (in): 98.9
Wheelbase (mm): 2512
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.3
Front Headroom (mm): 973
Rear Headroom (in): 36.9
Rear Headroom (mm): 936
Front Hip Room (in): 56.9
Front Hip Room (mm): 1446
Rear Hip Room (in): 55.1
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1399
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Body Colour
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Twin
Lens Type: Conventional
Paint
Type: Gloss
Luxury Inner Roof Upholstery
Material: Cloth/Felt
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof One Touch Opening: yes
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Sun Visors
Location: Centre
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2646
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 580
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1279
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1600
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3527
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1090
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2403
Antenna
Type: Roof
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Code
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Cigar Lighter
Illuminated Front Seat Lighter: yes
Location: Front Seats
Courtesy Lights
Delayed Fade: yes
Number of Door Switches: 2
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Door Panel Trim
Material: Partial Cloth
Floor Covering
Load Area: Textile
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Textile
Floor Mats
Material: Textile
Load Area Side Covering
Type: Textile
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Driver Airbag Occupant Sensor: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensor: yes
Front Seat Belts
Driver Grabbers: yes
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Grabbers: yes
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Front Seats Rotational Adjustment: yes
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seats Rotational Adjustment: yes
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Front Occupant Sensors: yes
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Open
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Open
Floor Type: Full
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
Illuminated: yes
Lid: yes
Lockable: yes
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Number of Fan Speeds: Variable
Push Button Heater Controls: yes
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Recirculation Setting: yes
Power Locks
Includes Fuel Filler Door: yes
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Sunroof: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Internal Switch: yes
Operation: Remote
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