Audi A3 1996 1.6 (8L)
Audi A3 1996 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Audi A3 1996 1.6 has been produced from January, 1996 to September, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 100 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 145 Nm (Newton metres) on 3800 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 270 000 and 450 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Audi A3 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Audi A3 1996 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Audi A3 1996 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 188 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Audi A3 1996 1.6 fuel consumption is 7.6 litres per 100km (13.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.5 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 8 litres per 100 km, which is 5% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi A3 fuel consumption.

Audi A3 1996 1.6 technical data
Model: | Audi A3 1.6 | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 1996. January ... 2000. September | ||
Engine: | 1595 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 182 g/km |
Power: | 100 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 145 NM ON 3800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 188 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.0 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.6 (combined) 10.5 (urban) 5.9 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8 l/100km (29.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.15m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 143 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 350 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1110 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1600 kg |
Audi A3 1996 1.6 engine APF
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 270,000 to 450,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 1595 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 81 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 77.4 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.3 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Audi A3 1996 1.6 oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 5 litres (5.3 quarts) |
Power | 100 HP ON 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 NM ON 3800 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | Volkswagen (VW) |
Start of production (year) | 1999 |
Duration of production | 1 years |
Engine also used on | Seat Leon Seat Toledo Seat Ibiza |
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All Audi A3 hatchback [1996 - 2000] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Audi A3 1996 1.6
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A3 1996 1.6 | 1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi A3 1996 1.8 5V | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A3 1996 1.8 5V | 1.8 Petrol | 125 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi A3 1996 1.8 5V Turbo | 1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A3 1996 1.8 5V Turbo | 1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi A3 1998 1.8 5V Turbo quattro 4x4 Jan 1998 — Sep 2000 | 1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi A3 1998 1.8 5V Turbo
Jan 1998 — Sep 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 180 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A3 1998 1.8 5V Turbo
Jan 1998 — Sep 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 180 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi A3 1998 1.8 5V Turbo quattro 4x4
Jan 1998 — Sep 2000 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 180 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Audi A3 1996 1.9 TDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A3 1996 1.9 TDI | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Audi A3 1997 1.9 TDI
Jan 1997 — Sep 2000 Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Audi A3 1997 1.9 TDI
Jan 1997 — Sep 2000 Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |