Audi A3 1996 1.8 5V Turbo quattro (8L)
Audi A3 1996 1.8 petrol description
Hatchback Audi A3 1996 1.8 5V Turbo quattro has been produced from January, 1998 to September, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 5700 rpm and torque 210 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 20-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt and chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and KKK K03 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 280 up to 480 thousand 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
The weakest link in this engine is the turbine, whose failure is contributed to by a faulty ...
This Audi A3 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Audi A3 1996 1.8 5V Turbo quattro has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Audi A3 1996 1.8 5V Turbo quattro accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 215 km/h.
Audi A3 1996 1.8 5V Turbo quattro fuel consumption is 8.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 12.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 820 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Audi is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. More - Real Audi A3 fuel consumption.
- Audi A3 1996 1.8 5V Turbo MT manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 1.1 litres per 100 km or 12 % - 7.8 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 8.8 litres per 100 km
- Audi A3 1996 1.8 5V Turbo AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1 seconds later (in 9.2 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is similar - 8.9 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 9.4 litres per 100 km
Audi A3 1996 1.8 5V Turbo quattro technical data
| Model: | Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo quattro | ||
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| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 1998. January ... 2000. September | ||
| Engine: | 1781 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 214 g/km |
| Power: | 150 HP ON 5700 RPM | Torque: | 210 NM ON 1750 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 215 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.9 (combined) 12.6 (urban) 6.7 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.8 l/100km (26.7 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 | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 270 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1020 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1800 kg | ||
Audi A3 1996 1.8 5V Turbo quattro engine AGU
Engine reliability and common problems:
The weakest link in this engine is the turbine, whose failure is contributed to by a faulty catalytic converter. The oil pump and chain tensioner also tend to have problems.Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 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 | 1781 cm3 |
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| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 81 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 86.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.3 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain and belt |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Audi A3 1996 1.8 5V Turbo quattro oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 5 litres (5.3 quarts) |
| Power | 150 HP ON 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 NM ON 1750 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Volkswagen (VW) |
| Start of production (year) | 1996 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1999 onwards. |
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| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Golf Audi A4 Skoda Octavia and 6 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |