2017 Audi S3 1st. look around Durham, North Carolina
Channel: Javier Mota
Date: 2016-10-25

Continuing on its path of offering a strong entry to the Audi premium lineup, the 2017 A3 Sedan and Cabriolet models are now available with a more efficient 2.0-liter TFSI® engine and seven- speed S tronic® dual-clutch transmission. Offering a competitive EPA-estimated 29-mpg combined fuel economy rating, the A3 2.0T is a powerful yet capable choice for customers in the entry-level luxury sedan segment.
The A3 sedan with 2.0-liter engine replaces the 1.8-liter engine previously offered on A3 front-wheel drive models. This new 2.0-liter engine offers increased performance and the driving dynamics expected of an Audi, with an increase of 16 hp and 21 lb-ft of torque compared to the previous generation A3 1.8T.
The 2.0T engine is mated to a new seven-speed S tronic® dual clutch transmission with front-wheel drive, which can deliver 186 hp and 221 lb-ft of torque and sprints from 0-60 mph in 6.6 seconds for the sedan, a reduction of 0.6 seconds compared to the previous model. To help increase engine efficiency, the A3’s 2.0T engine utilizes a combustion method with shorter compression and longer-expansion phases. The compression ratio was increased from 9.6:1 to 11.7:1, further improving the engine’s efficiency and allowing for greater power and torque delivery.