Euromobil showed off the Audi A3 Sedan to moviegoers at Starlight Cinema in Bukit Kiara last night. The car makes its Malaysian debut in top-of-the-range 1.8 T quattro guise, though we spotted 1.4 T front-wheel drive models on a trailer on Friday as well.
Details are all but non-existent, but based on the car on display, we can draw a few conclusions. Our 1.8 T will come in Sport (non-S line) trim, with xenon headlights (the full-LED headlights will probably be offered as a cost option), front and rear parking sensors and 17-inch “Dynamic” split-spoke alloy wheels.
Inside, the 1.8 T will get full Milano leather upholstery, a three-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters, electrically-operated front seats, automatic lights and wipers, dual-zone automatic climate control, navigation, cruise control, a stop-start system and the Audi drive select system which adjusts throttle response and suspension set up.
Both variants will get turbocharged, direct-injected four-cylinder engines. The 1.4 litre engine produces 122 PS and 200 Nm of torque. There is a more powerful 140 PS version but we’re not getting that for now. The bigger 1.8 litre mill, on the other hand, churns out 180 PS from 5,100 to 6,200 rpm and the same 250 Nm from 1,250 to 5,000 rpm.
No matter which version you get, expect to change gears through a seven-speed S tronic dual clutch transmission. So equipped, the 1.4 T will get from 0-100 km/h in 9.3 seconds, while the all-wheel drive 1.8 T will do the same benchmark in 7.3 seconds. Top speed is 212 km/h for the 1.4 T and 241 km/h for the 1.8 T.
Pricing information at the time of writing has yet to be released, either, but the 1.4 T is expected to cost around RM180k, while the 1.8 T should be priced to compete with the RM235,888 Mercedes-Benz CLA 200. So, which one do you prefer – the slinky supermodel from Stuttgart, or the straighter-laced but more powerful entry from Ingolstadt?
Audi A3 1.4T spyshots at Glenmarie
Audi A3 Sedan at Shanghai 2013
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Comments on the Audi A3 Sedan's Malaysian debut mainly express excitement about the car's design, build quality, and performance, with some praising its practicality and driving experience. However, some critics are disappointed with the interior design, especially mentioning the hidden screen and dashboard aesthetics. Price discussions highlight concerns about the high cost, especially for the entry-level models, with comparisons drawn to other brands like BMW, Mercedes, and Lexus. A few comments note the similarities between the A3 and VW Jetta or Golf, citing shared platforms. There are also jokes and off-topic remarks about car segments, styling, and comparisons with other vehicles. Overall, most are enthusiastic but cautious about pricing and interior quality, with a few critiques of the design and value for money.