Audi S3 (8L) 1.8 T (210 hp) quattro

Gasoline engine with 210 hp (154 kW) and 199 lb-ft (270 Nm), built 1999–2000, hatchback body, all-wheel drive (4x4). The Audi S3 (8L) has 1 more powerful gasoline version.

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Power210 hp (154 kW)
Torque199 lb-ft (270 Nm)
0–62 mph6.8 s
Top speed148 mph (238 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.8 T (210 hp) quattro
Engine codeAPY, AMK, AUL
Displacement1.8 L (1,781 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder5
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio9
Bore81 mm
Stroke86.4 mm
Engine oil capacity4.8 qt (4.5 l)

Performance

Power210 hp (154 kW) @ 5800 rpm
Torque199 lb-ft (270 Nm) @ 2100-5000 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)6.8 s
Top speed148 mph (238 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City19 mpg (12.2 l/100 km)
Highway26 mpg (9.1 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions351 g/mi (218 g/km)
Emission standardEuro 3
Fuel tank16.4 gal (62 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length163.7 in (4,159 mm)
Width69.4 in (1,763 mm)
Height55.7 in (1,415 mm)
Curb weight3,031 lb (1,375 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,266 lb (1,935 kg)
Cargo volume9.5 cu ft (270 l)
Drag coefficient0.33

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
Gears6
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson strut
Rear suspensionIndependent multi-link, coil spring, stabilizer bar
Tires225/45 R17
Wheels7.5J x 17
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on an Audi S3 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 S3 (8L) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.8 T (225 hp) quattroGasoline225 hp (165 kW)

← All Audi S3 (8L) engines

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