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Audi A3 Ambition (2015) price & specs
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Ambition
Overview
The 2015 Audi A3 Ambition is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 1st August 2014 classified as a MK2. The Audi A3 is regarded as a Small Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $42,900 before on-road costs.
This Audi A3 is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 110 kW of power (at 3500 rpm) and 340 Nm of torque (at 1750 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Audi claims the A3 Ambition uses 4.4L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 116g of CO2. It has a 50L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1136km per full tank
The Audi A3 measures 1425mm (56.1 inches) in height, 4310mm (169.7 inches) in length, 1785mm (70.3 inches) in width with a 2636mm (103.8 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1395kg (3075.4 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
59.78 - 98.88 kW/t
59.78 kW/t
170.42 kW/t
Boot Space
280 - 425 litres
250 litres
625 litres
Fuel Efficiency
1.6 - 6.5 L/100km
1.6 L/100km
9.2 L/100km
Vehicle Range
846 - 1,282 km
566 km
1,368 km
Price
$35,600 - $62,490
$19,290
$75,800
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 2 years
1 year
4 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
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Dimensions
4,310 mm
1,785 mm
1,425 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,310 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,785 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,636 mm |
| Load Capacity | 460 mm |
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Ambition
2.0L, 6-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD
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Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Courtesy Lights
Footwell Lights: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Steering: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Automatic Parking
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Manufacturer Name: Audi Parking System
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Manufacturer Name: Audi Parking System
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Type: Manual
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 7.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 8.5
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 5.0
CO2 Level (Combined): 116
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Bore Engine: 81.0
Engine (cc): 1968
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Crl B
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 95.5
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.0
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Number of Screens: 1
Screen Size (in): 5.8
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1136
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 706
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 22.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 4.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 64
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 53
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 25.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 71
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 59
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 19.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 5.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 54
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 45
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 4.4
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.4
Maximum Speed (km/h): 213
Maximum Speed (mph): 132
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 150
Maximum Power (kW): 110
Maximum Torque (Nm): 340
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3500
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
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 Diameter: 17
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
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 Diameter: 17
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
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: MQB
Wheelbase Type: Short
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 43.1
Rear Seat Down (L): 1220
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 13.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 380
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.4
Front Track (mm): 1535
Overall Height (in): 56.1
Overall Height (mm): 1425
Overall Length (in): 169.7
Overall Length (mm): 4310
Overall Width (in): 70.3
Overall Width (mm): 1785
Rear Track (in): 59.3
Rear Track (mm): 1506
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.8
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10900
Wheelbase (in): 103.8
Wheelbase (mm): 2636
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 40.2
Front Headroom (mm): 1021
Rear Headroom (in): 37.6
Rear Headroom (mm): 955
Front Hip Room (in): 57.2
Front Hip Room (mm): 1453
Rear Hip Room (in): 56.0
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1422
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.8
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1392
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 52.9
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1344
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
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
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
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
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Tinted Glass
Location: Rear
Rear Privacy Glass: yes
Location: Side
Side Privacy Glass: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1800
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3968
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 690
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1521
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1855
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4090
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1395
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3075
Tare Weight (kg): 1361
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20130426
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: Lhd 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
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
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 Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
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
Variable Distance Period: yes
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