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Audi A1 Sportback 2018

The 2018 Audi A1 Sportback is a five-door version of Audi's compact luxury hatchback, combining dynamic styling with advanced technologies. With TFSI engines ranging from 95 to 200 horsepower, it is designed to meet the needs of urban drivers and longer journeys. (press.audi.co.uk)

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Audi A1 Sportback 2018
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History

The Audi A1 was launched in 2010, primarily targeting young urban buyers. The five-door version, named Sportback, was unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show in 2011. In 2018, Audi introduced the second generation of the A1, exclusively in the Sportback version, discontinuing the three-door model. This new generation is built on the MQB A0 platform, shared with the SEAT Ibiza Mk5 and the Volkswagen Polo Mk6. (en.wikipedia.org)

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Technical specs

Power
105 KW @ 4200 RPM143 HP @ 4200 RPM141 BHP @ 4200 RPM
Torque
236 lb-ft @ 1750-2500 RPM320 Nm @ 1750-2500 RPM
0-62 mph
8.3 s
Top speed
135 mph (217 km/h)
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Gearbox
6-speed manual
Fuel
Diesel
Fuel system
Turbocharged Common Rail
Weight
2844 lbs (1290 kg)

Source: autoevolution

Anecdotes

The 2018 Audi A1 Sportback pays homage to the 1984 Audi Sport quattro with its three horizontal slits on the hood, a nod to the rally legend. (press.audi.co.uk)

Production

Production of the 2018 Audi A1 Sportback began in 2018, with deliveries scheduled for the end of the year. Prices in Germany started at less than 20,000 euros. (press.audi.co.uk)

Press reception

The automotive press praised the 2018 Audi A1 Sportback for its modern design and advanced technologies, highlighting its appeal to urban drivers. (press.audi.co.uk)

Evolution

The second generation of the Audi A1 Sportback, launched in 2018, features increased dimensions compared to its predecessor, with a length of 4.03 meters, 56 millimeters longer. The width remains unchanged at 1.74 meters, and the height is 1.41 meters. The front design is characterized by a wide Singleframe grille and side air intakes, inspired by the 1984 Audi Sport quattro. (press.audi.co.uk)

Variants

In 2018, the Audi A1 Sportback was offered with several TFSI engines, ranging from 95 to 200 horsepower. The 95 and 116 horsepower engines were paired with a five-speed manual gearbox or a seven-speed S tronic transmission. The 150 and 200 horsepower versions were equipped with a six-speed S tronic transmission. (press.audi.co.uk)

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