Audi A3 Cabriolet Facelift Launched In India At Rs 47.98 Lakh
Receives a bunch of cosmetic updates, including Audi’s new hexagonal front grille
Engine | |
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Engine Type The number of cylinders that make up the engine and the way they are arranged within it. The common forms of arrangement are In-Line, V-Type and Flat engines. |
TFSI Petrol Engine |
Engine Description | 1.8-litre 177bhp 16V TFSI Petrol Engine |
Engine Displacement(cc) The maximum amount of fuel that the engine can burn in one complete cycle of all the cylinders together. |
1798 |
No. of Cylinders | 4 |
Maximum Power The amount of work the engine can do over a period of time. It is measured in Horsepower. One Horsepower is equal to the energy needed to lift 550 pounds at a height of one foot for one second. 1 PS=1.01387 bhp |
177bhp@5100-6200rpm |
Maximum Torque The maximum power output the engine can produce over a particular range of speed. |
250Nm@1250-5000rpm |
Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
Valve Configuration The system of valves that lets the fuel charges in and lets the exhaust gases out. |
DOHC |
Fuel Supply System The system that delivers fuel to the engine as per its needs. |
Direct Injection |
Bore x Stroke Diameter of the piston STROKE- distance the piston moves from top to bottom. |
82.5 x 84.1 mm |
Compression Ratio Ratio of the volume of cylinder when the piston is at the bottom of its rotation (X), to the volume of the cylinder when it is at the top of its rotation (Y). Mathematically it is expressed as X/Y: 1. It is used to measure performance of the engine. |
9.6:1 |
Turbo Charger A compressor used in engine to increase its power output by increasing the mass of air and fuel entering the engine. They offer a considerable increase in engine power with only a slight increase in weight. Turbochargers work better on Diesel engines. |
Yes |
Super Charger A compressor used to pump fuel-air mixture under pressure into the engine to improve its efficiency and thus increase its output power. |
No |
Transmission | |
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Transmission Type The mechanism by which power is transmitted from the engine to the wheels. Transmission type could be Manual,Automatic, Continuously Variable Transmission, or Semi-Automatic. |
Automatic |
Gear box | 7 Speed |
Drive Type This refers to the wheel(s) that are driven by the entire moving part of the car Engine, clutch, transmission, driveshaft, differential, axles, etc. |
FWD |
Overdrive A device used to reduce the power required to maintain driving speed in a specific range thus helping the vehicle reduce fuel consumption, engine noise and engine wear. |
- |
Synchronizers | - |
Clutch Type | - |
Suspension system | |
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Front Suspension The system of springs, shockers, joints, etc., that connect the vehicle to its wheels. The suspension system helps absorb the shock of bumps on the road and keep the wheels in constant contact with the road, thereby improving control and traction. |
MacPherson Strut |
Rear Suspension The system of springs, shockers, joints, etc., that connect the vehicle to its wheels. The suspension system helps absorb the shock of bumps on the road and keep the wheels in constant contact with the road, thereby improving control and traction. |
Multi Link |
ShockAbsorbers Type | - |
Steering | |
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Steering Type Steering type implies how the collection of rod,levers etc. connected to the front wheels of a vehicle, make the vehicle turn in the direction desired by the driver. It is either manually done or power driven. |
Power |
Steering Column | Height & reach |
Steering Gear Type The mechanism by which the rotary motion of the steering wheel is converted to straight line motion required to move a car. |
Rack & Pinion |
Turning Radius (wheel base) The diameter of the circle created by the outer front wheel when the vehicle takes a full turn. The lower the Turning Radius the lesser the space the car requires to make a turn. |
5.45 meters |
Brake system | |
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Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc |
Rear Brake Type | Disc |
Performance | |
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Top Speed | 240 Kmph |
Acceleration (0-100 kmph) | 7.8 Seconds |
Drag Coefficient It is a number that defines the air resistance on the forward movement of the vehicle. The lower the coefficient the smoother is the movement of the car at high speeds. |
- |
BrakingTime | - |
Fuel | |
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Mileage (ARAI) kmpl | 16.6 |
Fuel Type | Petrol |
Fuel Tank Capacity (Liters) | 50 |
Tyres | |
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Tyre Size | 225/45 R17 |
Tyre Type | Tubeless,Radial |
Wheel Size | - |
Alloy Wheel Size | 17 Inch |
Other specifications | |
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Seating Capacity | 4 |
No of Doors | 2 |
No of Floors | - |
Payload & Towing | |
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Cargo Volume | 320-litres |
Car details | |
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Country of Assembly | India |
Country of Manufacture | India |
Warranty Time Warranty (distance) or Warranty (years) which ever comes first. |
2 Years |
Warranty Distance Warranty (distance) or Warranty (years) which ever comes first. |
Unlimited Kms |
Details | |
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Audi A3 cabriolet 40 TFSI Premium Plus Transmission | Automatic |
Audi A3 cabriolet 40 TFSI Premium Plus Interior | Inlays in 3D-Look Aluminium Chrome Package Lighting Package Plus(Anti-Glare Lighting for the Passenger Compartment Comprising Door Sill & Footwell Lighting ) Leather Milano Door Sill Trims With S Line Logo |
Audi A3 cabriolet 40 TFSI Premium Plus Exterior | High Gloss Package Automatic Headlight Range Adjustment Light/Rain Sensor/Interior Mirror/Insulating Windshield S-Line Exterior Package Fully Automatic Hood |
Audi A3 cabriolet 40 TFSI Premium Plus Suspension System | |
Audi A3 cabriolet 40 TFSI Premium Plus Steering | Electro Mechanical Power Steering |
Audi A3 cabriolet 40 TFSI Premium Plus Tyres | Tubeless Tyres |
Audi A3 cabriolet 40 TFSI Premium Plus Engine | 1.8-litre TFSi Petrol Engine |
Audi A3 cabriolet 40 TFSI Premium Plus Comfort & Convenience | Parking Aid Plus Storage Package Front Seats,Height Adjustable Auto Release Function |
Audi A3 cabriolet 40 TFSI Premium Plus Fuel | Petrol |
Audi A3 cabriolet 40 TFSI Premium Plus Brake System | ABS With EBD |
Audi A3 cabriolet 40 TFSI Premium Plus Saftey | Space-Saving Spare Wheel Wheel Bolts Tool Kit & Jack First Aid Kit With Warning Triangle Wind Blocker |
Audi A3 cabriolet 40 TFSI Premium Plus Entertainment | Audi Music Interface(Provide Connection to Apple iPod From 4th Generation & Apple iPhone) Audi Sound System MMI Radio Driver Information System |
City | Ex-showroom Price |
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New Delhi | Rs 50.35 Lakh* |
Mumbai | Rs 50.36 Lakh* |
Bangalore | Rs 50.35 Lakh* |
Chennai | Rs 50.36 Lakh* |
Hyderabad | Rs 50.36 Lakh* |
Pune | Rs 50.36 Lakh* |
Kolkata | Rs 50.36 Lakh* |
Kochi | Rs 50.36 Lakh* |
Exterior dimension | |
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Length | 4421mm |
Width | 1960mm |
Height | 1409mm |
Ground Clearance | 165mm |
Ground Clearance Unladen |
-
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Wheel Base | 2595mm |
Front Tread Front tread is the distance between the center of the left front wheel and the center of the right front wheel. |
1555mm |
Rear Tread Rear tread is the distance between the center of the left rear wheel and the center of the right rear wheel. |
1526mm |
Kerb Weight | 1430kg |
Gross Weight Gross weight is the total weight of an automobile when fully loaded with passengers and/or cargo. The difference between Gross Weight and Kerb Weight is the total passenger and cargo weight capacity of the vehicle. It is also called Laden Weight. |
1930kg |
INTERIOR dimension | |
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Front Headroom | 1000mm |
Front Legroom | - |
Rear Headroom | 921mm |
Rear Legroom | - |
Barely few months after introducing the A3 sedan model in India, the German automaker Audi has launched a new cabriolet version in this most desired car series. The manufacturer has launched it in one trim level only and it is christened as Audi A3 Cabriolet 40 TFSI Premium Plus . This version is nothing, but the soft top model of its already existing sedan series. At the same time, it has two doors and offers seating to four occupants only. This convertible version has most of the exterior cosmetics from its sedan version including the signature hexagonal shaped radiator grille, xenon plus headlamps along with LED DRLs. It also gets automatic fabric hood featuring a space-saving k-folding design and an integrated rear windscreen. This fabric hood closes and opens in just 18 seconds even while the vehicle moving at a speed of 50 Kmph. While focusing on its comfort features, the manufacturer has given utmost importance to the safety features by incorporating anti slip regulation, electronic stability control system and a secondary collision brake assist function. Another most innovative feature is its recommendation system that analyses the driving pattern, it provides visual and acoustic notifications to the the driver about the possible need to take rest.
Exteriors:
This convertible version has a smart external appearance like any other Audi model owing to its trademark features. Its front facade looks stylish like any other vehicle in the Audi's portfolio as it features a large hexagonal shaped radiator grille with chrome plated frame. In the center, it is embedded with the company's logo that dazzles the frontage. It is surrounded by the sleek headlight cluster, which is powered by xenon plus headlamps and the signature LED daytime running lights. The front bumper houses a pair of large air ducts provided that the engine receives better ventilation for cooling. The front windscreen frame along with the waistline molding is garnished in aluminum. Coming to its side facet, there are two expressive lines passing all the way from headlights to taillights. It has massive fenders are fitted with 'Star' design rims, which are further embedded with brand's logo. The most stylish aspect of this vehicle is its rear facet where, it features a wide and aggressive taillight cluster. It houses all LED brake lights and turn blinkers, which is a signature in all of company's models. The rear bumper is fitted with a metallic lower cladding that embraces a pair of chrome plated exhaust pipes.
Interiors:
Coming to the internal cabin, this Audi A3 Cabriolet 40 TFSI Premium Plus trim has a rich ambiance inside, as it is done up with extensive use of leather and premium scratch resistant material. There is an option for the buyers to customize the cabin with a color scheme of their choice. At the same time, they can also opt for a premium quality leather upholstery with contrast stitching, which certainly amplifies the cabin. This vehicle is furnished with two individual seats in the cockpit, whereas its rear cabin has seating space for two occupants. Both the front seats have electrically adjustment facility along with memory function as well. Its dashboard has a plain design, but it is decorated with exclusively designed metallic veneers. Its central console houses an infotainment system, whose touchscreen device pops out when needed. The steering wheel has a conventional three spoke design and it is decorated with a lot of chrome accents. Another most impressive aspect is its fabric hood that opens up or closes in a time span of just 18 seconds. It also integrated with a rear windscreen that has defogging feature as well.
Engine and Performance:
This variant is powered by a 1.8-litre TFSI petrol engine that has FSI direct fuel injection technology. It comprises of 4-cylinders and 16-valves along with a turbocharger. This DOHC based petrol engine has a displacement capacity of 1798cc. It has the ability to produce a maximum power of 177bhp between 5100 to 6200rpm, while generating a maximum torque of 250Nm at 1250 to 5000rpm. The manufacturer has paired this power plant to a seven speed S Tronic automatic transmission gearbox that powers the front wheels. The manufacturer claims that the vehicle has the ability to give away a peak mileage of approximately 17 Kmpl.
Braking and Handling:
In terms of suspension, this vehicle gets an advanced McPherson strut on its front axle and the rear one is paired with a multi-link system, which are capable enough to deal with jerks caused on uneven road condition. As far as its braking is concerned, the front wheels are fitted with ventilated disc brakes, whereas the rear ones are paired with solid disc brakes. Additionally, this disc braking mechanism is further assisted by anti lock braking system and electronic brake force distribution. At the same time, its anti slip regulation function and electronic stability program, which helps this convertible to be agile on roads by minimizing the loss of traction. On the other hand, its rack and pinion based electromechanical power assisted steering has speed dependent control, which offers superior response depending upon the speed level.
Comfort Features:
This Audi A3 Cabriolet 40 TFSI Premium Plus is the only variant available in this series, which is equipped with an array of sophisticated comfort features. The list includes parking aid plus, a deluxe automatic air conditioning system with sun sensors, front center armrest, storage package and height adjustable front seats including 4-way lumbar support. In addition to these, it has auto release function, engine start/stop function, storage package and a fully automatic fabric hood. Furthermore, this trim has an advanced infotainment system featuring an Audi music interface along with a sound system, MMI radio and Bluetooth connectivity.
Safety Features:
The manufacturer has blessed this vehicle with all the essential security features, which provides unparalleled protection to the occupants. Those includes seven airbags, space saving spare wheel, anti theft wheel bolts, first aid kit with warning triangle, wind blocker and an electronic engine immobilizer device. In addition to these, it has ABS with EBD, electronic stability program, anti-slip regulation, traction control function and electronic differential lock.
Pros:
1. Attractive body design with compelling features.
2. Fuel economy and performance is rather good.
Cons:
1. Rear cabin seating space is not comfortable.
2. Navigation system can be given as as standard feature.
Receives a bunch of cosmetic updates, including Audi’s new hexagonal front grille
Audi India brought-in the soft top version of its popular A3 sedan, they call it, A3 Cabriolet. The drop-top is priced at Rs. 44.75 Lacs (Ex-Showroom New Delhi) in the country and is imported as CBU (Completely Built Units). Speaking of its competitors, there’s only one rival left for the Audi’s drop-top that is Mini Convertible since BMW did not sell 3 series convertible anymore. Let’s see how the cheaper Mini Cooper Convertible (Rs. 34.80 Lac - Ex-Showroom Delhi) stack against the A3 Cabriolet!
The A3 Cabriolet that first made its Indian debut at the 2014 Delhi Auto Expo, is finally launched at a hefty price tag of Rs 44.75 lac (Ex-Showroom, Delhi). The Audi A3 convertible has made its way via Complete Built Unit (CBU). The car shares most of its styling, comfort and safety features with the Audi A3 sedan launched in the month of August. Lets look closely on the features, highlights and specification of the A3 convertible.
Audi India after introducing A3 sedan in the market has launched the Cabriolet version at Rs INR 44.75 Lac (Ex-Showroom, Delhi). The car will be made available in the country via Complete Built Unit (CBU) and thus, holding a pricey tag. The Audi A3 Cabriolet is based on the parent company Volkswagen’s MQB platform. In terms of features, the convertible model gets bi-xenon headlamps, LED tail lights and soft top, which is retractable under 18 seconds at a push of a button, while running at speeds up to 50Km/h. The car is powered by 1.8-liter TFSI turbo petrol engine which produces 177bhp and peak torque of 280Nm. The car accelerates to 100kmph from standstill in mere 7.8 seconds gaining the top speed of 242kmph.
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