Audi A3 1 / 8L

Audi A3 of the first generation - representative of the Golf class, produced in versions 3 and 5-door hatchback. A four-seat Golf competitor with high build quality was offered at a higher price. The main disadvantages of the A3 are a small trunk and a cramped space for rear passengers. The first generation of the Audi A3 is characterized by a good level of comfort, high reliability and a good level of safety. But during the first years of production, the car periodically appeared in the failure statistics due to various defects and childhood diseases. In the later years of production, reliability has improved significantly and has become consistent with premium standards. The most preferred version with a 1.8T turbo engine, which demonstrates good dynamics at an acceptable level of fuel consumption. The S3 is best for drivers who prefer a sporty driving style, but at the same time it will be expensive. Diesel modifications were presented exclusively Volkswagen 1.9 TDI engine with various power options. Turbodiesel is characterized by low fuel consumption and good traction, but was not very popular. Even the entry-level version of 90 hp is enough for everyday travel.

In general.

The first series of Audi A3 (8L) until 2001 due to a number of defects in the statistical reliability rating was located only in the middle positions. Among the least significant failures were burnout direction indicator lamps, worn brake discs and exhaust failure.

Transmission

Clutch and gear shift traction - until 2000.

Injection system

Errors in the engine control program are mainly on diesel versions before 2000. Later, the electronic unit and the engine control program were finalized.

Pollution of air flow meters - TDI until 2002. They were later modified.

Failures of coolant temperature sensors - gasoline versions of 1996-2002 release.

Interior equipment

Luft seats - until 1999. The carcass of the chairs has been improved.

Bodywork

Electric windows - until 2000. The control program has been changed and the electric motors have been replaced.

Destruction of guide glasses - until 2002. The design was modified and a recall campaign was carried out.

Cooling system

Failure of the bearing of the liquid cooling pump is typical for gasoline versions until 2002. The design was revised in November 2002.

Engine

BRW belt breakage was the majority of TDIs until 2000. Reduced the interval of replacement of the belt timing and changed the design of the tensioner.

Leak of the cylinder head laying - TDI 1998-1999. Finished gasket material.

Defects of the turbocharger and slipping of duct pipes - TDI until 2001. The turbocharger and the nozzle attachment design have been modified.

Ignition system

Defects on gasoline versions of 1.8T and 2.0T - models 2001-2002.

Failure of the ignition coils, starting with the 2003 model year.

Immobilizer malfunctions - until 2001. Refined after March 2001.

Recalls

1999 – Safety belt pretensioners

2000 – coupling device for trailer (farcop), alarm system for airbag failure

2001 – transverse levers of all-wheel drive modification, hinge of the steering shaft cardana

2004 – rear brake system backbone and cables of the control unit ABS

The history of the Audi A3 first generation

June 1996. A 3-door version of the compact car, built on the Volkswagen Golf IV platform, entered the market. It was equipped with driver and passenger airbags. Side pillows are an option. The line of engines is represented by three gasoline and one diesel unit. Gasoline: 1.6 liters (100 hp), 1.8 liters (125 hp) and 1.8 Turbo (150 hp). Turbo diesel 1.9 TDI (90 hp).

July 1997. There was a new 1.9-liter TDI capacity of 110 hp. Side airbags are included in the list of standard equipment.

November 1998. There was an all-wheel drive modification of the A3 Quattro with engines of 150 and 180 hp.

January 1999. The S3 Quattro version came to the market with a 1.8-liter turbocharged engine of 210 hp and a 6-speed manual transmission.

September 1999. A new five-door version has been introduced. The ESP stability system is mandatory for models with a 1.8T engine, for the rest of the option. For a surcharge, side airbags are installed.

September 2000. Engines modified. The power of the 1.6-liter increased to 102 hp, 1.8 with turbocharging - up to 180 hp, and 1.9 TDI with pump injectors up to 130 hp.

May 2001. 90 and 110-horsepower TDI replaced the 100-horsepower version of the turbodiesel.

In general.

• Among the least significant failures were burnout direction indicator lamps, worn brake discs and exhaust failure.

Injection system

• Failures of coolant temperature sensors - gasoline versions of 1996-2002 release.

Interior equipment

• Luft seats - until 1999. The carcass of the chairs has been improved.

Engine

• Leak of the cylinder head laying - TDI 1998-1999. Finished gasket material.

Ignition system

• Immobilizer malfunctions - until 2001. Refined after March 2001.

Recalls

• 2000 – coupling device for trailer (farcop), alarm system for airbag failure

• The history of the first-generation Audi A3: June 1996.

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