Audi A3 (8L) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) | Technical Specs, Fuel consumption, Dimensions

Key specs

Audi A3 (8L) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) /Hatchback 1996 - 1999/

What is the body type of Audi A3 (8L)?

Hatchback, 3 Doors, 5 Seats

What is the fuel consumption and economy of Audi A3 (8L) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp)?

5.2 l/100 km
45.2 US mpg
54.3 UK mpg
19.2 km/l

How environmentally friendly is Audi A3 1.9 TDI (90 Hp)?

137 g/km CO₂

How fast is 1996 A3 (8L) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp)?

180 km/h | 112 mph
0-100 km/h: 12.6 sec
0-60 mph: 12 sec

What is the power output of Audi A3 Hatchback 1996 1.9 TDI (90 Hp)?

90 Hp, 202 Nm
149 lb.-ft.

What is the engine displacement of Audi A3 Hatchback 1996 1.9 TDI (90 Hp)?

1.9 l
1896 cm³
115.7 cu. in.

What is the number of cylinders in 1996 Audi 1.9 TDI (90 Hp)?

4, Inline

What is the drivetrain of Audi A3 (8L) Hatchback 1996 1.9 TDI (90 Hp)?

Front wheel drive. ICE. The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.

What is the length of 1996 Audi A3 Hatchback?

4152 mm
163.46 in.

What is the width of 1996 Audi A3 Hatchback?

1735 mm
68.31 in.

What is the kerb weight of 1996 Audi A3 (8L) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp)?

1095 kg
2414 lbs.

What is the maximum permissible mass of 1996 Audi A3 (8L) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp)?

1680 kg
3704 lbs.

What is the trunk (boot) capacity of 1996 Audi A3 Hatchback?

350 - 1100 l
12.4 - 38.8 cu. ft.

What are the number of gears and the gearbox type of 1996 Audi A3 (8L) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp)?

5, manual transmission

Audi A3 (8L) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp)

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General information

Brand

Audi

Model

Generation

A3 (8L)

Modification (Engine)

1.9 TDI (90 Hp)

Start of production

1996

End of production

1999

Powertrain Architecture

Internal Combustion engine

Body type

Hatchback

Seats

Doors

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Performance specs

Fuel consumption (economy) - urban

6.7 l/100 km 35.1 US mpg
42.2 UK mpg
14.9 km/l

Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban

4.3 l/100 km 54.7 US mpg
65.7 UK mpg
23.3 km/l

Fuel consumption (economy) - combined

5.2 l/100 km 45.2 US mpg
54.3 UK mpg
19.2 km/l

CO₂ emissions

137 g/km

Fuel Type

Diesel

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h

12.6 sec

Acceleration 0 - 62 mph

12.6 sec

Acceleration 0 - 60 mph (Calculated by Auto-Data.net)

12 sec

Maximum speed

180 km/h 112 mph

Weight-to-power ratio

12.2 kg/Hp, 82.2 Hp/tonne

Weight-to-torque ratio

5.4 kg/Nm, 184.5 Nm/tonne

Engine specs

Power

90 Hp @ 4000 rpm.

Power per litre

47.5 Hp/l

Torque

202 Nm @ 1900 rpm. 149 lb.-ft. @ 1900 rpm.

Engine layout

Front, Transverse

Engine Model/Code

AGR, ALH

Engine displacement

1896 cm³ 115.7 cu. in.

Number of cylinders

Engine configuration

Inline

Cylinder Bore

79.5 mm 3.13 in.

Piston Stroke

95.5 mm 3.76 in.

Compression ratio

19.5:1

Number of valves per cylinder

Fuel injection system

Direct injection

Engine aspiration

Turbocharger, Intercooler

Valvetrain

OHC

Engine oil capacity

4.4 l 4.65 US qt | 3.87 UK qt

Engine oil specification

Coolant

6 l 6.34 US qt | 5.28 UK qt

Volume and weights

Kerb Weight

1095 kg 2414 lbs.

Max. weight

1680 kg 3704 lbs.

Max load

585 kg 1290 lbs.

Trunk (boot) space - minimum

350 l 12.4 cu. ft.

Trunk (boot) space - maximum

1100 l 38.8 cu. ft.

Fuel tank capacity

55 l 14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal

Max. roof load

100 kg 220 lbs.

Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%)

1300 kg 2866 lbs.

Permitted trailer load without brakes

620 kg 1367 lbs.

Permitted towbar download

75 kg 165 lbs.

Dimensions

Length

4152 mm 163.46 in.

Width

1735 mm 68.31 in.

Width including mirrors

1847 mm 72.72 in.

Height

1423 mm 56.02 in.

Wheelbase

2513 mm 98.94 in.

Front track

1513 mm 59.57 in.

Rear (Back) track

1492 mm 58.74 in.

Front overhang

867 mm 34.13 in.

Rear overhang

773 mm 30.43 in.

Ride height (ground clearance)

130 mm 5.12 in.

Drag coefficient (C_d)

0.31

Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)

10.9 m 35.76 ft.

Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs

Drivetrain Architecture

The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.

Drive wheel

Front wheel drive

Number of gears and type of gearbox

5 gears, manual transmission

Front suspension

Independent, McPherson type, Wishbone

Rear suspension

Suspension with rod connecting the arms

Front brakes

Ventilated discs

Rear brakes

Disc

Assisting systems

ABS (Anti-lock braking system)

Steering type

Steering rack and pinion

Power steering

Hydraulic Steering

Tire size

195/65 R15

Wheel rim size

6J x 15

Audi A3 (8L) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp)1996, 1997, 1998, 1999: specs, Fuel consumption, Dimensions