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Technical data

This 1.6 AT (101 hp) engine was fitted in the 8L Hatchback (5-door), which was produced by Audi from 1996 to 2000. In addition to this engine, 12 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km11.9litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km6.6litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km8.6litre
Fuel tank capacity55litre
Cruising rangefrom 460 to 830km
Fuel95 RON, 92 RON
Emission standardEURO III
Top speed183km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)12.8second

Engine

Displacement1595cm3
Engine power101bhp
RPM at max powerto 5 600RPM
Maximum torque145Nm
RPM at max torque3800RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder2
Bore81mm
Stroke77.4mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Number of gears4
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
Turning circle10.9m

Body

Seats5
Length4152mm
Width1735mm
Height1427mm
Wheelbase2513mm
Front track1513mm
Rear track1495mm
Ground clearance143mm
Kerb weight1125kg
Gross weight1685kg
Displacement560kg
Min. boot capacity350litre
Max. boot capacity1100litre
Permitted road-train weight3085kg
Body typeHatchback

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionMacPherson Struts, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspension Torsion, Stabilizer bar
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc

Real-world consumption (est.)

City14.3 litres / 100km
Highway7.9 litres / 100km
Average10.3 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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