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==Drivetrain and chassis==
==Drivetrain and chassis==
The engine in the concept car is a turbocharged 2.0 liter diesel producing {{convert|224|hp}} and {{convert|332|ft.lbf|N.m|abbr=on}}. of torque. It produces {{convert|113.8|hp}} per liter while meeting Euro 5 Diesel emission standards. It uses the [[quattro (four wheel drive system)|quattro]] drive system with a six-speed manual transmission.
The engine in the concept car is a turbocharged 2.0 litre diesel producing {{convert|224|hp}} and {{convert|332|ft.lbf|N.m|abbr=on}}. of torque. It produces {{convert|113.8|hp}} per litre while meeting Euro 5 Diesel emission standards. It uses the [[quattro (four wheel drive system)|quattro]] drive system with a six-speed manual transmission.


The chassis has Audi's Magnetic Ride Suspension system, lowering the vehicle {{convert|1.4|in|mm}} from the base model. It also has ceramic front brakes, a four-link rear suspension and electro-mechanical servo assist for the [[rack and pinion]] steering.<ref name = qq>{{cite journal | last =Rivera| first =Paul| title =Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro concept| journal =quattro quarterly | volume = XVIII | issue = 3 | pages = 43–44 | publisher = Audi Club North America | date = Summer 2008}}</ref>
The chassis has Audi's Magnetic Ride Suspension system, lowering the vehicle {{convert|1.4|in|mm}} from the base model. It also has ceramic front brakes, a four-link rear suspension and electro-mechanical servo assist for the [[rack and pinion]] steering.<ref name = qq>{{cite journal | last =Rivera| first =Paul| title =Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro concept| journal =quattro quarterly | volume = XVIII | issue = 3 | pages = 43–44 | publisher = Audi Club North America | date = Summer 2008}}</ref>

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Audi A3 TDI Clubsport quattro
Overview
ManufacturerAudi AG
ProductionConcept
Body and chassis
ClassConcept car
Body style2-door compact hatchback
LayoutFront engine,
quattro on-demand four-wheel drive
Dimensions
Length167.48 in (4,254 mm)
Width71.85 in (1,825 mm)
Height54.53 in (1,385 mm)

The Audi A3 TDI Clubsport quattro is a concept car unveiled in 2008. Based on the Audi A3, it is an approach by Audi to address both performance and the environment.

Drivetrain and chassis

The engine in the concept car is a turbocharged 2.0 litre diesel producing 224 horsepower (167 kW) and 332 ft⋅lbf (450 N⋅m). of torque. It produces 113.8 horsepower (84.9 kW) per litre while meeting Euro 5 Diesel emission standards. It uses the quattro drive system with a six-speed manual transmission.

The chassis has Audi's Magnetic Ride Suspension system, lowering the vehicle 1.4 inches (36 mm) from the base model. It also has ceramic front brakes, a four-link rear suspension and electro-mechanical servo assist for the rack and pinion steering.[1]

Exterior and interior

Exterior modifications include the widening of the grill, modifying the odd, and enlarging air intrakes. Bolt-on fender flares and a large rear spoiler have been added. The interior changes include sport seats and a flat-bottomed steering wheel.[1]

Performance

Audi claims performance of 0 to 62 miles per hour (100 km/h) in 6.6 seconds with a top speed of 149 miles per hour (240 km/h).[2] It is expected to get approximately 40 miles per US gallon (5.9 L/100 km; 48 mpg‑imp).

References

  1. ^ a b Rivera, Paul (Summer 2008). "Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro concept". quattro quarterly. XVIII (3). Audi Club North America: 43–44.
  2. ^ Monticello, Mike (August 2008). "Audi A3 TDI Clubsport Quattro Concept". Road & Track: 20.