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Audi A3 produced in 2003 is the perfect example of Audi A3 tuning history. Until recently, this compact car was the youngest model in the series of Audi cars. By the quality factor of building materials and construction, despite its modest dimensions this car is as good as its older versions. But this car is much cheaper in the operation and maintenance.
The car was produced as a 3 and 5-door hatchback and also as a cabriolet. Its sale started seven years ago. The hot version of S3 was in the model range of this car.
Engine line of Audi A3 consisted of gasoline engines for 4 series with a capacity of 1.6-liter from 102 to 115 hp of output and the engines with a capacity of 2.0-liter ranging from 150 to 200 hp in output. The engines were with Turbo inflation and also with 3.2-liter 250 hp powered V6. There were also 1.9 liter turbo diesels with 105 hp. and 2.0 liter ones with 150 hp of output. The weakest gasoline engine in the standard was combined with a 5-step mechanics but the other versions were equipped with 6-speed manual gearshifts.
Except for the 105-strong diesel versions, a 6-speed automatic transmission is offered for sale. The powerful petrol and turbo diesel versions were in a kit with DSG transmission with two clutches. In a base, all modifications are of a front- wheel drive and a 3.2-liter version was originally equipped with a four-wheel drive transmission of Quattro. By the quality of materials and construction Audi A3 is practically no different from its older models in the series. However the car has everything in place with its equipment kit. For example, the standard version of Attraction was equipped with ABS system with brake force distribution EBD, a steering wheel electric power enhancer, front airbags, electric windows, heated mirrors and with a system of dynamic stabilization. That's all. However, on the second hand market, there are almost no cars without air conditioning and audio player.
There are quite a few models that are equipped with alloy wheels and automatic transmission. There are options with leather interior and xenon headlights. The cars offered by dealers are equipped with reinforced chassis, crankcase protection, and increased ground clearance.
Audi A3 can be quite simple in design as well as tightly stuffed with electronic systems and the ultra modern mechanisms. For example, with the base 1.6-liter engine it is easy to repair the car and the car is more secure. This engine willingly uses 92-nd gas. But unlike most other 8-valve engines timing belt breakage leads to sad consequences. Therefore when buying a used Audi A3 do not hesitate to change the belt if you do not know how many miles the car has driven since the last change of this part.
Modern engines are of 1.6 liter with 115 hp. of output and of 2.0 liter with 150 hp of output. FSI do not deliver problems, but likes quality gas and regular corporate car maintenance services. The truth is they have a peculiar feature: thanks to their engine efficiency they operate with minimal heat output, but in winter the car heater lacks capacity.
The turbo version that has the capacity of 2.0 liters and produces 200 hp. also has the most vulnerable part of the engine -its turbine. Turbine lifetime is about 180 000 km, but as the turbo lived up to this point, before halting the engine you must let it run for about a minute at idle to avoid the overheating of the turbine bearings.
There are not many 6-cylinder versions of the Audi A3 on the market. Engine functioning statistics for this engine is also in a scarcity. Nevertheless, the repairmen on car repair services do not complain for its functioning.
Turbo diesels are reliable in general, but there is a threat to invest in the failed unit injectors.
On the mechanical 5 - and 6-speed gearboxes the bearings used to fail. Trouble makes itself heard by the howling under the hood. If you bring the car in repair service on time the repair cost will not be expensive but during neglected cases the repair is expensive and sometimes it is necessary to change the MCP.
If Audi A3 with automatics is trembling during the motion, in most cases, this suggests to a faulty block valves. The replace is rather expensive. There were the cases when it was required to update the converter. It is an important part of automatic transmission but generally the A3 chassis is quite strong. The fastest amortizing elements are the front brake pads that can have a one-sided amortization, when only one of the couple is wiped out. Usually an external pad fails at 15 000 km, sometimes even earlier. Good brake discs can withstand an average of 30 000 km. But the shock absorbers and stabilizer can be considered long-lasting parts.
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