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Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente

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HatchbackPetrolAutomaticFWDYear 2000G

180

Horsepower · 132 kW

8.3s

0–100 km/h

223

km/h top speed

9.0

l/100 km

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The Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente is a hatchback powered by a petrol engine delivering 180 hp (132 kW).

Updated Jun 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente 2000 hatchback front view

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.3 s and reaches a top speed of 223 km/h. Drive is routed to the front-wheel-drive axle via an automatic.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 9 l/100 km combined, CO₂ emissions of 216 g/km.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 2000 as part of the Audi A3 Facelift 2000 (2000-2003) generation, and sits alongside 52 other variants in this generation. It is the most powerful variant of this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

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Specifications

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Overview

BodyHatchback
FuelPetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
DrivetrainFWD

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Performance

Power132 kW (177 hp)
0–100 km/h8.3 s
km/h top speed223 km/h (139 mph)
CO₂216 g/km

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Efficiency

Consumption9.0 l/100km (31.4 mpg UK · 26.1 mpg US)
CO₂216 g/km
EnergyG

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Quick answers

What is the engine power of the Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente?

The Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente produces 180 hp (132 kW).

How fast does the Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente?

The top speed of the Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente is 223 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente?

The Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente has a combined fuel consumption of 9.0 l/100 km.

What are the CO₂ emissions of the Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente?

The Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente emits 216 g/km of CO₂.

What transmission does the Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente have?

The Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente is equipped with a Automatic transmission.

Is the Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente?

The Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente has a 1,781 cc engine with 4 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente?

The Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente produces 235 Nm of torque.

When was the Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente introduced?

The Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente was introduced in 2000.

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