New Audi A1 Sportback Review
After introducing the A1 three-door version, now Audi A1 Sportback introduces a five-door variants. With the presence of A1 Sportback is expected to meet the needs of consumers who are interested in A1, but want the space back of the relief.
Not much has changed with the design of the A1 in addition to the dimensions of this car is more a length of about 3950 mm and a few millimeters higher. Compact hatchback design language is still exactly the same as the charismatic brother. The front is dominated by single-frame grille and the headlights also consisting of xenon, the turn signal and also LED Daytime Running Lights. To the rear brake light using LEDs SuperRed.
Like other Audi products, the A1 Sportback body structure relies on a lightweight yet strong. Approximately two-thirds of five-door car body is made of mild steel is strong. So this car has a weight of just 1065 kg and produces a very stiff vehicle body and quiet when driving.
In the sector of the cabin, five-door A1 has a more spacious interior and enough to accommodate four to five people without feeling cramped. In addition, Audi designers presenting elegant interior design combined with quality materials and workmanship that can not be doubted. Button that is simple and intuitive operation are present in the cockpit of the middle and leather-clad steering wheel, allows the driver and passengers to be able to operate it.
There is also a typical Audi MMI system is user-friendly that comes with a screen measuring 6.5 inches. The system is equipped with large storage capacity, with a voice command system, the ability to ask questions in three dimensions, to the ability to play DVDs. Certainly the presence of MMI is bringing a new standard in compact hatchback segment.
For the engine, the Audi engineers immerse variety of mechanical heart choice, both gasoline and diesel. For gasoline engines, the first option is berkapasiatas 1200 cc TFSI engine powered 86 dk. The second option with a capacity of 1400 cc which has two power options, namely 122 and 185 dk dk.
As for the choice of a diesel engine is 1,600 cc TDI which has two power options, namely 90 and 105 hp Another option is the engine capacity of 2000 cc TDI is capable of spraying power 143 dk.
Audi A1 Sportback scheduled to go on sale in spring 2012 in the European market.