| Year
(of specifications) |
2007 |
| Engine |
2.0
litre four-cylinder
turbo |
| Transmission |
6
speed Manual AWD |
| Max
speed |
155
mph (electronically limited) |
| 0-60
mph |
5.5
seconds |
| Horsepower |
265
bhp |
| weight |
1455
kgs / 3207 lbs |
The
Audi boasts a 265 bhp turbocharged
four-cylinder engine
and a six-speed manual transmission coupled to a quattro permanent
four-wheel drive system. The sprint to 60 mph is accomplished
in 5.5 seconds, and top speed is electronically limited to 155
mph.
The single-frame grille, chrome trim, front spoiler with large
air-intakes and the side sills have been restyled for the 2007
S3. There is a contrasting platinum grey diffuser
built into the rear skirt, along with two S-style oval chrome
tailpipes. Aluminium-look door mirrors and a body-coloured roof
spoiler complete the visual package.
The elements that dominate the interior styling of the Audi
S3 are the sports seats with prominent side sections, the black headlining,
also available in silver, and the instrument cluster with its
special dials and needles.
The pedals, gear knob and air vents are in aluminum look, the
inlays are in Piano finish black, or alternatively aluminum
or fine grain birch wood grey. The red and silver S3 emblem
is to be found on the leather sports steering wheel, in the instrument cluster, on the gear knob
and on the door sill trims. The seats are upholstered in a combination
of cloth and leather or, as an option, in alcantara/leather
or completely in leather. The two-tone leather seats are decorated
with stitching in the same color as their centre section.
The power plant of the Audi S3 is a 2.0 TFSI, which combines
direct injection
and turbocharger technology to deliver 265 bhp at 6,000 rpm.
And at 2,500 rpm it musters up 258 lb-ft of torque – this pulling
power remains constant up to 5,000 rpm.
In terms of handling, the springs and shock absorbers are stiffer,
and the body sits 1 inch (2.5 cm) lower than the Audi A3 with
standard suspension. Aluminum pivot bearings and wishbones reduce
the weight of the front suspension. Stiffer suspension mounts
and a sportier characteristic for the electromechanical steering
convey even greater dynamism and precision. 18-inch alloy wheels
and 225/40 tires ensure firm adhesion to the road surface. A
17-inch brake system with sports brake pads ensure maximum deceleration;
the black painted calipers bear S3 emblems.
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