The 2010 Audi A1 adds more zest to a driver’s main course than the actual steak sauce. This three-door hatchback is derived from the 2007 Quattro design study, which the company states is more compact, but will still provide space for four passengers and their accompanied luggage. The new A1 standard features include alloy wheels, air conditioning, and single CD audio system with MP3 compatibility, ESP with latest differential lock system.
A1’s three-engine option promises impressive mpg and low CO2 emissions results. The 1.2L TFSI petrol engine delivers 86PS (63kW/85hp), 160Nm, 55.4mpg, and CO2 119g/km. The slightly larger 1.4 TFSI petrol engine offers 122PS (89kW/120hp), 200Nm, 55.4mpg, CO2 119g/km (with optional S tronic transmission), while the 1.6 TDI diesel provides 105PS (77kW/103hp), 250Nm, 72.4mpg, and CO2 102g/km. All engine options are supported by the latest generation ESP system with electronic differential, which initiates brief, controlled braking of the inside front wheel and transfers the excess torque to the outside wheel, which can apply more power to the road, minimizing understeer and improving traction.
Audi’s more familiar 1.4L TFSI engine has a standard six-speed manual gearbox or the optional seven-speed S tronic twin-clutch transmission. Equipped with S tronic it takes the A1 to 62mph in 9.1 seconds, and to a top speed of 124mph.The 1.6L diesel has a five-speed manual gearbox and can power to 62mph in 10.8 seconds and with116mph top speed. Let Audi’s Head of Design Stefan Sielaff give you a tour of the A1.
