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Specs of Audi A3 (8L) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic /1996, 1997, 1998, 1999/

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Key specs

Audi A3 (8L) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic /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) Automatic?
6.2 l/100 km
37.9 US mpg
45.6 UK mpg
16.1 km/l
How environmentally friendly is Audi A3 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic?
165 g/km CO2
How fast is 1996 A3 (8L) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic?
178 km/h | 111 mph
0-100 km/h: 14 sec
0-60 mph: 13.3 sec
What is the power output of Audi A3 Hatchback 1996 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic?
90 Hp, 202 Nm
149 lb.-ft.
What is the engine displacement of Audi A3 Hatchback 1996 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic?
1.9 l
1896 cm3
115.7 cu. in.
What is the number of cylinders in 1996 Audi 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic?
4, Inline
What is the drivetrain of Audi A3 (8L) Hatchback 1996 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic?
Front wheel drive. Internal Combustion engine. 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) Automatic?
1120 kg
2469 lbs.
What is the maximum permissible mass of 1996 Audi A3 (8L) 1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic?
1705 kg
3759 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) Automatic?
4, automatic transmission

General information

Brand
Model
Generation
Modification (Engine)
1.9 TDI (90 Hp) Automatic
Start of production
1996
End of production
1999
Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Body type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
3
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Performance specs

Fuel consumption (economy) - urban
8.8 l/100 km 26.7 US mpg
32.1 UK mpg
11.4 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban
4.8 l/100 km 49 US mpg
58.9 UK mpg
20.8 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined
6.2 l/100 km 37.9 US mpg
45.6 UK mpg
16.1 km/l
CO2 emissions
165 g/km
Fuel Type
Diesel
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h
14 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph
14 sec
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph (Calculated by Auto-Data.net)
13.3 sec
Maximum speed
178 km/h 111 mph
Weight-to-power ratio
12.4 kg/Hp, 80.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio
5.5 kg/Nm, 180.4 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
4
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
2
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
1120 kg 2469 lbs.
Max. weight
1705 kg 3759 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
630 kg 1389 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 (Cd)
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
4 gears, automatic 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