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, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 290 000 and 490 000 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 automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Audi A3 2000 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 184 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Audi A3 2000 1.6 fuel consumption is 8 litres per 100km (12.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 11.2 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Audi real everyday fuel consumption is 8.9 litres per 100 km, which is 11% 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.

Audi A3 2000 1.6 technical data
Model: | Audi A3 1.6 | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2000. September ... 2003. June | ||
Engine: | 1595 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 192 g/km |
Power: | 102 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 148 NM ON 3800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 184 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.7 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.0 (combined) 11.2 (urban) 6.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 8.9 l/100km (26.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.15m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.43m (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: | 1695 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 |
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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 |
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All Audi A3 hatchback [2000 - 2003] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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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 |