Audi A3 2004 1.6 FSI (Sportback 8PA)
Audi A3 2004 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Audi A3 2004 1.6 FSI has been produced from September, 2004 to September, 2007. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 116 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 155 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 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.
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Owners of vehicles with this engine often report difficulties starting in cold weather. Carbon buildup tends to cause sticking in ...
This Audi A3 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.6 litres.
Audi A3 2004 1.6 FSI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Audi A3 2004 1.6 FSI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 196 km/h.
Audi A3 2004 1.6 FSI fuel consumption is 6.5 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (15.4 km/l), city fuel economy - 8.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 840 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 7.3 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Audi A3 fuel consumption.
Audi A3 2004 1.6 FSI technical data
| Model: | Audi A3 1.6 FSI | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2004. September ... 2007. September | ||
| Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 156 g/km |
| Power: | 116 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 155 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 196 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.5 (combined) 8.7 (urban) 5.3 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.3 l/100km (32.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.29m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 113 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 370 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1120 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1825 kg | ||
Audi A3 2004 1.6 FSI engine BLF
Engine reliability and common problems:
Owners of vehicles with this engine often report difficulties starting in cold weather. Carbon buildup tends to cause sticking in the intake valves, throttle body, and EGR valve, leading to performance issues.The timing chain, a Morse-type plate or toothed chain rather than a roller chain, is quieter but highly sensitive to oil quality. It often stretches prematurely. Early FSI engines introduced an important lesson for drivers: parking on an incline while in gear, without engaging the handbrake, could cause the chain to skip. This skipping, due to the lack of a locking mechanism in the hydraulic tensioner, results in misaligned timing and bent valves upon startup.
Engines feature an oil pump capable of maintaining a consistent oil pressure of 3.5 bar across most speed ranges. This fully mechanical pump has proven to be reliable over time.
Some components, such as ignition coils, the thermostat, and the variable valve timing regulator, have a relatively short lifespan. Additionally, after 100,000 km, piston rings often begin to stick, leading to increased oil consumption.
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 | 1598 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 76.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 86.9 mm |
| Compression ratio | 12 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Audi A3 2004 1.6 FSI oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 3.6 litres (3.8 quarts) |
| Power | 116 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 NM ON 4000 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Volkswagen (VW) |
| Start of production (year) | 2004 |
| Duration of production | 4 years |
| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Golf Skoda Octavia and 5 other models |
All Audi A3 hatchback [2004 - 2008] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Audi A3 2007 1.4 T FSI
Sep 2007 — Jun 2008 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 125 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2004 1.6 Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2004 1.6 Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
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Audi A3 2004 1.6 FSI
Sep 2004 — Sep 2007 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 116 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2006 1.8 T FSI Jul 2006 — Jun 2008 | 1.8 Petrol | 160 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2006 1.8 T FSI Jul 2006 — Jun 2008 | 1.8 Petrol | 160 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
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Audi A3 2004 1.9 TDI
Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 105 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2006 1.9 TDI Jul 2006 — Jun 2008 | 1.9 Diesel | 105 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2004 2.0 FSI Jun 2004 — Jul 2006 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2004 2.0 FSI Sep 2004 — Jul 2006 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2006 2.0 T FSI Mar 2006 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2004 2.0 T FSI Oct 2004 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2004 2.0 T FSI quattro 4x4 Oct 2004 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Petrol | 200 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Audi A3 2004 2.0 TDI Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2004 2.0 TDI Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2005 2.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Jun 2005 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Audi A3 2006 2.0 TDI Jun 2006 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 170 HP | 5.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2006 2.0 TDI Jun 2006 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 170 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
| Audi A3 2006 2.0 TDI quattro 4x4 Jun 2006 — Jun 2008 | 2.0 Diesel | 170 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
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Audi A3 2004 3.2 quattro 4x4
Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 Most powerfull petrol version (250 HP) |
3.2 Petrol | 250 HP | 10.6 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
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Audi A3 2004 3.2 quattro 4x4
Nov 2004 — Jun 2008 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds |
3.2 Petrol | 250 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |