Audi A3 (8P, facelift 2008) 3.2 V6 (250 hp) quattro S tronic

Gasoline engine with 250 hp (184 kW) and 236 lb-ft (320 Nm), built 2008–2009, hatchback body, all-wheel drive (4x4). It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

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Power250 hp (184 kW)
Torque236 lb-ft (320 Nm)
0–62 mph6.4 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version3.2 V6 (250 hp) quattro S tronic
Engine codeBUB
Displacement3.2 L (3,189 cm³)
Cylinders6
Cylinder layoutV-engine
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio11-3
Bore84 mm
Stroke95.9 mm
Engine oil capacity5.8 qt (5.5 l)

Performance

Power250 hp (184 kW) @ 6300 rpm
Torque236 lb-ft (320 Nm) @ 2800-3200 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)6.4 s
Top speed155 mph (250 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City18 mpg (13 l/100 km)
Highway25 mpg (9.4 l/100 km)
Emission standardEuro 4
Fuel tank15.9 gal (60 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length166.9 in (4,238 mm)
Width69.5 in (1,765 mm)
Height55.9 in (1,421 mm)
Curb weight3,329 lb (1,510 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,564 lb (2,070 kg)
Cargo volume9.9 cu ft (280 l)
Drag coefficient0.33

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionSpring strut
Rear suspensionCoil spring
Tires225/45 R17
Wheels7.5J x 17
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on an Audi A3 with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • All-wheel drive needs fresh fluid in the differentials and the coupling: ask for the service records.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Audi A3 (8P, facelift 2008) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.4 TFSI (125 hp)Gasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.4 TFSI (125 hp) S tronicGasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.6 (102 hp)Gasoline102 hp (75 kW)
1.6 (102 hp) S tronicGasoline102 hp (75 kW)
1.8 TFSI (160 hp)Gasoline160 hp (118 kW)
1.8 TFSI (160 hp) S tronicGasoline160 hp (118 kW)
1.8 TFSI (160 hp) quattroGasoline160 hp (118 kW)
1.9 TDI (105 hp) DPFDiesel105 hp (77 kW)
1.9 TDI (105 hp) S tronic DPFDiesel105 hp (77 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp) DPFDiesel140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp) S tronic DPFDiesel140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 TDI (170 hp) quattroDiesel170 hp (125 kW)
2.0 TDI (170 hp) quattro DPFDiesel170 hp (125 kW)
2.0 TFSI (200 hp)Gasoline200 hp (147 kW)
2.0 TFSI (200 hp) S tronicGasoline200 hp (147 kW)
2.0 TFSI (200 hp) quattro S tronicGasoline200 hp (147 kW)
1.2 TFSI (105 hp) S tronic start/stopGasoline105 hp (77 kW)
1.2 TFSI (105 hp) start/stopGasoline105 hp (77 kW)
1.6 TDI (90 hp)Diesel90 hp (66 kW)
2.0 TDI (170 hp)Diesel170 hp (125 kW)
2.0 TDI (170 hp) S tronicDiesel170 hp (125 kW)
1.4 TFSI (125 hp)Gasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.4 TFSI (125 hp) S tronicGasoline125 hp (92 kW)

← All Audi A3 (8P, facelift 2008) engines

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