The Audi A3 model can truly be attributed to the centenarians of the global car market. Sixteen years of the history of the existence of this line made it possible for fans of the world leader in German automotive industry to see three generations of Audi A 3. Each of the models was certainly among the three leaders in sales of premium cars.
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The new 2013 model year was marked by the advent of the Audi A3 8V. This car was shown at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2012. The machine worthily continued all the traditions of its predecessors, while demonstrating the latest in modern technology.
A clear advantage of the German Audi A3 line, in addition to its attractive design, excellent assembly, configuration and excellent technical characteristics, has always been considered a huge variety of modifications. During the existence of the series, the world saw traditional hatchbacks with three or five doors, and sedans, and convertibles.
The two previous models competed with the Volkswagen Golf. It was updated to the sixth generation and had the best design after facelift. In this regard, the new Audi A3 was a must. And so the German concern decided to live up to the expectations of its fans by launching the third generation of the line on the market.
Audi A3 2012 appeared before customers in the form of a compact, stylish, sporty and at the same time sophisticated car. The start of production was marked by the release of three- and five-door hatchbacks. In the future, it is planned to deliver sedans and convertibles from the conveyor. The exterior of the 2012 Audi A3 has an attractive design. High grille has slightly beveled corners. The headlights are as close as possible to it. They also go on wings. All this creates the appearance of a smooth transition of lines. This design solution is innovative for the Audi A3 series. In addition, LED strips appeared on the bumper in the new model, and xenon multifunctional headlights are included in the extended option. The 2012 Audi A3 looks just as stylish at the rear. The design of the lights has changed. They became flat and wide, and their shape was slightly slanted towards the center.
Revolutionary changes have occurred in the car platform. The 2012 Audi A3 is based on the MQB. This is the latest transverse engine platform. It is assumed that it will be taken in the future as a basis by German automakers in the production of cars. The Audi A3 model is made in an updated body. The hood, fenders and trim have carbon fiber parts and aluminum alloys. The rest of the body parts are made of hot formed steel.
The interior of the latest model Audi A3 is equipped with the most modern electronic devices. Here is the following:
- a system for monitoring the condition of the driver;
- parking sensors;
- MMI interface equipped with a 3D screen;
- a system warning of the intersection of marking lines;
- Cruise control.
The new Audi A3 model can be equipped with gasoline or diesel engines, which are equipped with direct injection systems, temperature control and turbocharging. At the same time, fuel consumption was reduced by twelve percent. The Audi A3 model, the price of which starts at nine hundred thousand rubles, will continue to expand its line, more and more winning the hearts of fans of the German automobile industry.