What engine is in my A3?
The A3 initially comes with a choice of three petrol engines or a diesel unit with three separate power outputs. The petrol cars use either a 109bhp 1.0-litre (30 TFSI), a 148bhp 1.5-litre (35 TFSI), or a 187bhp 2.0-litre (40 TFSI) powerplant.
What does 35 TFSI stand for?
Turbocharged Fuel Stratified Injection
TFSI stands for ‘Turbocharged Fuel Stratified Injection’ and is used to signify that the engine is a turbocharged petrol unit.
What Litre is a 30 TFSI?
1.0-litre
Tech Specs
| Model tested | Audi A1 Sportback 30 TFSI S line |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1.0-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol |
| Transmission | six-speed manual, front-wheel drive |
| Body style | five-door, five-seat hatchback |
| CO2 emissions | 111g/km (Band A4 – €200 per annum) |
What is the best engine for Audi A3?
If you have the choice and can afford it, the 2.0-litre TDI motor is by far the best engine available for the Audi A3.
How do I find my engine designation?
Your VIN number is your vehicle identification number and you can find your engine size by VIN number. In the series of numbers and letters, the tenth from the left denotes the model year and the eighth is the engine codes. Just tell the store clerk those two characters and you’re in business.
What is S-line Audi?
Audi S-Line is the highest-spec trim on offer and it can be applied to every model from the A1 to the A8, adding a number of superior features.
What does 45 mean in Audi?
And “45” stands for power output between 169 and 209 kW. The top of the Audi model range is the performance class above 400 kW, which is identifiable by the number combination “70”. In each case the numerals appear along with the engine technology – TFSI, TDI, g-tron or e-tron.
What does the 30 mean on Audi A3?
The number “30,” for example, will appear on all models with a power output of between 109 and 128 horsepower (81 and 96 kilowatts). The number “45,” meanwhile, will reference a power output of between 226 and 248 hp (169 and 195 kW).