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The Audi S3 was first introduced in March 1999 at the Geneva Motor Show. The S3 hatchback is a "charged" modification of the Audi A3 in a three-door version. The car is built on the same platform as the VW Golf IV - with a transverse engine arrangement, with a compact McPherson-type front suspension and a drive to the rear wheels through an electronically controlled Haldex center coupling.

It differs from the Audi A3 in reduced ground clearance, wider track and large 17-inch wheels with 225/45 WR17 tires, as well as increased front and rear bumpbody-colored air vents, flared wheel arches and a spoiler above the tailgate. The xenon headlights are equipped with smooth lenses.

The sporty interior includes Recaro sports seats and a sports steering wheel, air conditioning and a high level of additional equipment.

The first generation Audi S3 was equipped with a 1.8-liter turbo engine producing 210 hp. with. and a six-speed manual transmission. With this engine, the car accelerates to 100 km / h in 6.8 seconds, its maximum speedb is limited to 250 km / h. In 2001, the Audi S3 was modernized, as a result of which the output of its engine increased to 225 forces. In total, until 2003, 32 thousand S3 of the first generation were released.

In September 2006, the second generation of the model was presented at the Paris Motor Show. The "hot" hatchback differed from the A3 model of the same years of production by a stiffer and lower suspension, reinforced brakes, "sporty" settings for the electric power steering and stabilization system and, of course, a more powerful engine. Under the hood, the second generation S3 had two ortrovodny engine with direct injection and turbocharging with a capacity of 265 liters. with. The car was equipped with a six-speed "mechanics" and all-wheel drive transmission. Acceleration to 100 km / h took 5.7 seconds.

In 2008, in the S3 model range, in addition to the three-door hatchback, a five-door version appeared, and the S tronic six-speed robotized preselective gearbox appeared in the list of options. From the same year, the model was officially supplied to the Russian market. Second generation Audi S3 production ended in 2012doo.

The third generation of the model debuted at the 2012 Paris Motor Show. The three-door hatchback was traditionally presented first, but this generation, like no other, is rich in a choice of bodies. In addition to the three-door version, a five-door hatchback, sedan and convertible are offered.

Externally, the Audi S3 2013 model year can be distinguished from the standard A3 by a different radiator grille, a new front bumper, side skirts, a spoiler above the trunk lid, a diffuser, four exhaust pipes, chrome trims on the rear mirror housingsabout the look and unique 18-inch wheels.

In the interior, new items are decorative inlays in brushed polished aluminum, sports steering wheel and seats, gray dials on the dashboard and numerous logos with the letter "S".

Under the hood of the Audi S3 is a new 2.0-liter TFSI petrol turbo engine with direct fuel injection, producing 300 hp. and 380 Nm of torque, which is 35 forces and 30 Nm more than the previous engine. Traction is transmitted to all wheels by means of a six-speed mechanics (accelerationn from zero to hundred takes 5.4 seconds), or through the S tronic dual-clutch transmission (from 0 to 100 km / h in 5.1 seconds). The maximum speed of the three-door in both variants is limited to 250 km / h.

The improved dynamics of the new S3 was facilitated not only by a more powerful engine, but also by a 60 kg (up to 1,395 kg) weight reduction compared to the previous generation machine. Other technical innovations include a re-tuned sports suspension with 25 mm lower ground clearance and reinforced brakes.

Debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2013The Audi S3 hatchback has a more practical five-door body. Compared to the three-door, this model has a wheelbase increased by 35 mm (up to 2 631 mm). Overall length is 4324 mm, width - 1785 mm, height - 1404 mm. Thus, the third generation S3 Sportback is 22 millimeters longer, 19 millimeters wider and 2 millimeters taller than its predecessor. The front track has also grown - it has become 52 millimeters larger. The 2013 S3 Sportback hatchback weighs 1,445 kilograms. It is 50 kilograms heavier than a three-door and 50 kilogramsAMMs are lighter than the previous generation hatchback. Weight distribution of the model along the axles - 59:41 in favor of the front wheels.

Externally, with the exception of two additional doors, the 2014 Audi S3 Sportback repeats the S3 modification, sporting a chrome grille, a different front bumper, side skirts, aluminum trims on the mirror housings, a diffuser and four exhaust pipes. The S3 Sportback hatchback comes standard with 18-inch wheels with 225/40 tires.

The model received the same motor that is usedI'm on a three-door version - a two-liter turbocharged "four" with a capacity of 300 horsepower. At the same time, "Sportbek" is gaining a "hundred" in exactly five seconds, which is 0.1 seconds faster compared to the three-door. The model can be equipped with a pair of gearboxes - a six-speed "robot" S-Tronic or a six-speed "mechanics". Five-second acceleration to "hundreds" is carried out with the first of them, while cars with a manual gearbox gain 100 kilometers per hour 0.5 seconds slower. Maximum speed avthe car is limited to 250 km / h.

Fuel consumption for cars with "mechanics" is 6.9 liters per 100 kilometers, for versions with S-Tronic - seven liters. This result was made possible thanks to technologies such as, for example, the dual fuel injection system, the exhaust manifold integrated into the cylinder head, the Audi valvelift variable valve timing system and others.

The model comes standard with Quattro all-wheel drive, 340mm front brake discs, and Audi drive select, which allowsI want to independently adjust the response of the gas pedal, set the S-Tronic gear shift points, and also change the effort on the steering wheel. In this case, the model already has a number of preset settings that can be selected using the interface of the entertainment system MMI. In addition, Magenetic Ride adaptive suspension is offered as an option for the S3 Sportback. She is able to independently adjust to road conditions.

At the end of the eventful 2013 sporting events, Audi announced the start of Russian sales of “chargedwow »Audi S3 Sedan is a model with rich basic equipment and impressive dynamic characteristics.

The sedan retains the design touches of the rest of the Audi S series. The exterior draws attention with sporty bumpers, a chrome front grille and chrome tailpipes. The S3 version differs from the Audi A3 sedan by modified front and rear bumpers, a sports spoiler, a suspension lowered by 25 millimeters, as well as original mirror housings with a pseudo-aluminum body. I make up the dimensions of the cart 4456x1796x1416 mm. The wheelbase is 2637 mm.

The interior matches the exterior: high-quality finishing materials, original interior details, comfortable seats for the driver and passengers, an informative dashboard and excellent interior ergonomics. The MIB infotainment system deserves special attention, which includes a navigation system, a DVD reader, a 64 GB hard drive, a voice control function and a 7-inch high-resolution screen. All-wheel drive for Aud sedani S3 2014, available as an option. The trunk offers 390 liters of cargo space.

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