Audi A3 2000 1.6 (8L)

Audi A3 2000 1.6 petrol description

Hatchback Audi A3 2000 1.6 has been produced from September, 2000 to June, 2003. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 102 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 148 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 290 up to 490 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Audi A3 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.

Audi A3 2000 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Audi A3 2000 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 189 km/h.

Audi A3 2000 1.6 fuel consumption is 6.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (14.7 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 9.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1020 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 7.7 litres per 100 km, which is 13% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi A3 fuel consumption.

Audi A3 safety

During safety testing Audi A3 has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Audi A3 is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Audi A3 got one star.

With the same engine there is also Audi A3 version with automatic gearbox (Audi A3 2000 1.6 AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.8 seconds later (in 12.7 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 18 % - 8.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.2 litres per 100 km or 16 % - 8.9 litres per 100 km.
Audi A3 2000

Audi A3 2000 1.6 technical data

Model: Audi A3 1.6
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2000. September ... 2003. June 
Engine: 1595 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 163 g/km
Power: 102 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 148 NM ON 3800 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 189 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.8 (combined) 9.6 (urban) 5.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.7 l/100km (30.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres (14.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.15m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.43m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 350 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1110 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1650 kg

Audi A3 2000 1.6 engine AVU

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 290,000 to 490,000 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
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 81 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 77.4 mm
Compression ratio 10.5 : 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 2000 1.6 oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts)
Coolant capacity 5 litres (5.3 quarts)
Power 102 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 148 NM ON 3800 RPM
Engine manufacturer Volkswagen (VW)
Start of production (year) 2000
Duration of production 2 years
Engine also used on Volkswagen Golf

All Audi A3 hatchback [2000 - 2003] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Audi A3 2000 1.6

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol 102 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A3 2000 1.6 1.6 Petrol 102 HP 8.0 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Audi A3 2000 1.8 5V 1.8 Petrol 125 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A3 2000 1.8 5V 1.8 Petrol 125 HP 8.7 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Audi A3 2000 1.8 5V Turbo 1.8 Petrol 150 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A3 2000 1.8 5V Turbo Sep 2000 — Jan 2002 1.8 Petrol 150 HP 8.9 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Audi A3 2002 1.8 5V Turbo Jan 2002 — Jun 2003 1.8 Petrol 150 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (5) Front wheel
Audi A3 2000 1.8 5V Turbo Quattro 4x4 1.8 Petrol 150 HP 8.7 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Audi A3 2000 1.8 5V Turbo 1.8 Petrol 180 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A3 2000 1.8 5V Turbo 1.8 Petrol 180 HP 9.0 l/100km Automatic (5) Front wheel
Audi A3 2000 1.8 5V Turbo Quattro 4x4

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds

1.8 Petrol 180 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Audi A3 2000 1.9 TDI Sep 2000 — Jul 2001

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 90 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A3 2001 1.9 TDI Jul 2001 — Jun 2003 1.9 Diesel 100 HP 5.0 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A3 2001 1.9 TDI Jul 2001 — Jun 2003 1.9 Diesel 100 HP 6.3 l/100km Automatic (5) Front wheel
Audi A3 2000 1.9 TDI Sep 2000 — Jul 2001

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 110 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Audi A3 2000 1.9 TDI

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.9 Diesel 130 HP 5.1 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Audi A3 2000 1.9 TDI 1.9 Diesel 130 HP 6.3 l/100km Automatic (5) Front wheel
Audi A3 2000 1.9 TDI Quattro 4x4 1.9 Diesel 130 HP 6.0 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Audi A3 2000 reviews
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