At the 2003 Geneva Motor Show, Audi launched the second-generation of the A3, the Typ 8P, designed by Gary Telaak. Originally launched only as a three-door hatchback with four-cylinder engines, it featured a new automobile platform (the PQ35 platform), a redesigned and more spacious interior, new petrol engines with Fuel Stratified Injection (FSI).
- Manufacturer
- Audi
- Production
- 2003 - now
- Body style
- Hatchback (5 seats)
- Layout
- FWD
- Transmission
- 5/6 Manual, 6/7 Auto
- Length
- 4285 mm
- Width
- 1765 mm
- Height
- 1420 mm
- Wheelbase
- 2578 mm
- Trunk volume
- 302 l
- Max torque
- 200 - 320 nm