A new high-performance A1 variant will be revealed to the public at the Paris Motor Show at the beginning of October. The A1 1.4 TFSI 185PS features a ‘dual-charged’ 1.4-litre engine that delivers impressive performance figures, excellent economy and low emissions. It is expected to open for ordering in the UK in late 2010.
A1 1.4 TFSI 185PS in brief
- Public debut at Paris Motor Show, 2 to 7 October
- 1.4-litre direct injection engine with both supercharger and turbocharger
- 185PS and 250Nm
- 0-62 mph in 6.9 seconds, 141mph maximum speed (provisional figures)
- 47.9 mpg and 139 g/km (provisional figures)
- S tronic transmission (seven-speed) and S line trim standard
- UK prices yet to be finalised
- UK ordering expected to open late in 2010
‘Dual-charged’ engine