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Audi A3 8L

Years1996–2000
BodyHatchback
Variants39

The Audi A3 8L is a hatchback, produced 1996–2000. This generation includes 39 variants available in Petrol and Diesel, with outputs ranging from 90 to 180 hp. The quickest variant in this generation reaches 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds. Drive configurations available include ALL WHEEL DRIVE and FRONT WHEEL DRIVE. Select a variant below to compare full specifications, or use the fuel filter to narrow the list by powertrain type.

Audi A3 1996 front view

Audi A3 8L39 variants

Top max speed in this generationBest consumption in this generationLongest electric range in this generationLowest CO₂ emissions in this generation
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Power
0–100
Cons.
CO₂
Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp quattro Ambiente
1,781 cc·Manual·AWD·Petrol
180hp / 132 kW
7.5s
8.9l/100km
214g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp quattro Ambition
1,781 cc·Manual·AWD·Petrol
180hp / 132 kW
7.5s
8.9l/100km
214g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp quattro Attraction
1,781 cc·Manual·AWD·Petrol
180hp / 132 kW
7.5s
8.9l/100km
214g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambiente
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
180hp / 132 kW
7.5s
7.8l/100km
187g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Ambition
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
180hp / 132 kW
7.5s
7.8l/100km
187g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo 180hp Attraction
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
180hp / 132 kW
7.5s
7.8l/100km
187g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo quattro Ambiente
1,781 cc·Manual·AWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
8.2s
8.9l/100km
214g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo quattro Ambition
1,781 cc·Manual·AWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
8.2s
8.9l/100km
214g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo quattro Attraction
1,781 cc·Manual·AWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
8.2s
8.9l/100km
214g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo Ambiente
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
9.2s
8.9l/100km
214g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo Ambiente
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
8.2s
7.8l/100km
187g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo Ambition
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
9.2s
8.9l/100km
214g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo Ambition
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
8.2s
7.8l/100km
187g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo Attraction
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
9.2s
8.9l/100km
214g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Turbo Attraction
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
150hp / 110 kW
8.2s
7.8l/100km
187g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Ambiente
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
125hp / 92 kW
11.2s
8.9l/100km
214g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Ambiente
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
125hp / 92 kW
9.6s
8.3l/100km
199g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Ambition
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
125hp / 92 kW
11.2s
8.9l/100km
214g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Ambition
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
125hp / 92 kW
9.6s
8.3l/100km
199g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Attraction
1,781 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
125hp / 92 kW
11.2s
8.9l/100km
214g/km
Audi A3 1.8 5V Attraction
1,781 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
125hp / 92 kW
9.6s
8.3l/100km
199g/km
Audi A3 1.9 TDI 110hp Ambiente
1,896 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
110hp / 81 kW
11.7s
6.2l/100km
167g/km
Audi A3 1.9 TDI 110hp Ambiente
1,896 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
110hp / 81 kW
10.5s
4.9l/100km
132g/km
Audi A3 1.9 TDI 110hp Ambition
1,896 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
110hp / 81 kW
11.7s
6.2l/100km
167g/km
Audi A3 1.9 TDI 110hp Ambition
1,896 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
110hp / 81 kW
10.5s
4.9l/100km
132g/km
Audi A3 1.9 TDI 110hp Attraction
1,896 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
110hp / 81 kW
11.7s
6.2l/100km
167g/km
Audi A3 1.9 TDI 110hp Attraction
1,896 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
110hp / 81 kW
10.5s
4.9l/100km
132g/km
Audi A3 1.6 Ambiente
1,595 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
101hp / 74 kW
12.8s
8.6l/100km
206g/km
Audi A3 1.6 Ambiente
1,595 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
101hp / 74 kW
11.0s
7.6l/100km
182g/km
Audi A3 1.6 Ambition
1,595 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
101hp / 74 kW
12.8s
8.6l/100km
206g/km
Audi A3 1.6 Ambition
1,595 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
101hp / 74 kW
11.0s
7.6l/100km
182g/km
Audi A3 1.6 Attraction
1,595 cc·Automatic·FWD·Petrol
101hp / 74 kW
12.8s
8.6l/100km
206g/km
Audi A3 1.6 Attraction
1,595 cc·Manual·FWD·Petrol
101hp / 74 kW
11.0s
7.6l/100km
182g/km
Audi A3 1.9 TDI 90hp Ambiente
1,896 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
13.7s
6.2l/100km
167g/km
Audi A3 1.9 TDI 90hp Ambiente
1,896 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
12.4s
4.9l/100km
132g/km
Audi A3 1.9 TDI 90hp Ambition
1,896 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
13.7s
6.2l/100km
167g/km
Audi A3 1.9 TDI 90hp Ambition
1,896 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
12.4s
4.9l/100km
132g/km
Audi A3 1.9 TDI 90hp Attraction
1,896 cc·Automatic·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
13.7s
6.2l/100km
167g/km
Audi A3 1.9 TDI 90hp Attraction
1,896 cc·Manual·FWD·Diesel
90hp / 66 kW
12.4s
4.9l/100km
132g/km
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Updated Jun 2026 · Specifications sourced from manufacturer press releases and homologation documents.

Quick answers

What body type is the Audi A3 8L (1996-2000)?

The Audi A3 8L (1996-2000) is a hatchback. All 39 variants in this generation share this body configuration. Full specifications including dimensions, weight, and cargo volume are listed on each variant page.

How many variants does the Audi A3 8L (1996-2000) have?

The Audi A3 8L (1996-2000) has 39 variants, each representing a distinct combination of engine output, transmission type, and equipment level. Browse the table below to compare power, acceleration, and consumption across all specs.

What years was the Audi A3 8L (1996-2000) produced?

The Audi A3 8L (1996-2000) was produced 1996–2000. During this production run the model was offered with multiple engine options and powertrain configurations. All variants from this period remain indexed with their original manufacturer specifications.

What fuel types are available in the Audi A3 8L (1996-2000)?

The Audi A3 8L (1996-2000) is available in Petrol, Diesel. Each fuel variant carries its own consumption rating, CO₂ output, and performance figures. Use the fuel filter above to narrow the list by powertrain type.