ABT Sportsline Introduces 179 kW Audi A3

Posted on 10 June 2009 by Scott Hayes

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German tuner, ABT Sportsline, is known for its tuning work with a number of automakers but most notably with models from Volkswagen and Audi. The most recent project in the firm’s line of modified Audi’s is a new upgrade for the premium compact A3 hatchback.

Known as the ABT AS3, the tuned A3 follows in the footsteps of similar work undertaken by ABT on the larger Audi A5. The tuning focuses on both performance enhancements and visual upgrades to give the car more grunt than the standard hatch from Audi, while also making it stand out from the crowd.

Under the hood, ABT takes the 2,0-litre TSI engine and winds it up to an impressive 179 kW, over the standard model’s 147 kW. Similar gains in performance are available for the other petrol engines in the A3 lineup, including a 26 kW increase to 120 kW in the 1,4-litre TSI engine, and a 37 kW increase to 157 kW in the 1,8-litre TSI unit. For the 2,0-litre turbodiesel A3, ABT can also lift power to a maximum of 142 kW, along with plenty of torque.

To help control the extra power on the road, ABT is also offering custom made performance springs that lower the car by 35 mm. When coupled with an upgraded braking system, the ABT AS3 should prove to be significantly more agile than the factory A3 on the road.

In terms of visual upgrades, ABT is offering a number of modifications including a new bonnet, grille, bumpers, fenders and LED daytime running lights. A full bodykit consisting of a front spoiler insert, side skirts, fender inserts, and a custom rear apron is also available.

Adapted from MotorAuthority

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