Hot wheels: Audi S3 Sedan now available at Audi Polokwane

POLOKWANE – THE Audi A3 Sedan was launched in South Africa in January 2014 and was the third addition to the highly successful Audi A3 range.
The addition of the Audi S3 Sedan to the current range allows the brand to extend its offering in the highly competitive A-segment of the market. The new Audi A3 Cabriolet and the S3 Cabriolet were also added later during 2014.
The four-cylinder engine in the S3 Sedan is shared with its S3 hatch and Sportback siblings. Its rated output of 206kW is available at 5 500rpm and it has a maximum torque of 380Nm, which is constantly available from 1 800 to 5 500rpm.
The high-performance four-cylinder engine responds to the driver’s wishes due to the standard Audi drive select system. Audi drive select incorporates the characteristics of the electronic accelerator, the boost of the progressive steering and the shift points of the S-tronic gearbox. The driver determines with the push of a button whether these systems operate in comfort, auto, dynamic, efficiency or individual mode.
The 2.0 TFSI provides power and exemplary efficiency alike by relying on many new technologies, ranging from dual injection through the Audi valve lift system, to innovative thermal management.
The Audi S3 Sedan will only be available with a six-speed S tronic gearbox. The S3 Sedan sprints from 0-100km/h in five seconds, with its top speed governed to 250km/h.
The 2.0 TFSI consumes seven litres per 100km when paired with the S-tronic, with a corresponding CO2 emissions figure of 162g per km. The heart of the Quattro drive system is an electronically controlled and hydraulically actuated multi-plate clutch.
Xenon plus headlights with LED daytime running lights are offered as standard, while the flat rear lights, into which the adaptive brake light is integrated, are also fitted with light-emitting diodes. A first in the premium compact class are the optional LED headlights, which previously have only been available in luxury models.
The Audi S3 Sedan sports the S-specific single-frame grille as a symbol of uncompromised sportiness.
When viewed from the side, the aluminium-look exterior mirrors and the pronounced side sills are immediately noticeable. The rear bumper has also been redesigned with the platinum grey diffuser housing the exhaust system’s four oval tailpipes, which sport chrome tips.
A distinct arch encircles the instrument panel, which appears to float on the centre console. Large, round air vents, the elegant control panel for the air conditioning and the decorative inlays in matt-brushed aluminium or a black 3D look to provide exquisite accents. The controls are clear and intuitive, as in every Audi. The quality is unsurpassed with a generous amount of space comprising of a 390 litre luggage capacity.
The Audi S3 will be available with the following standard specification:
• 18-inch five-parallel-spoke design cast aluminium alloy wheels.
• Audi drive select.
• Xenon Plus headlights.
• S sports suspension.
• Progressive steering system with dynamic ratio.
• Cruise control.
• Auto dimming interior rear-view mirror.
• Brushed stainless steel pedals with rubber inserts.
• Sport seats in Trophy Cloth and leather combination.
• S3 logo embossed on the back of the front seats.
• S3 instrumentation in grey with turbo-boost indicator.
• S3 welcome screen for the Driver Information System.
• Sports steering wheel with large shift paddles.
• Four rear tailpipes with adjustable sound via Audi Drive Select.
The new Audi S3 Sedan 2.0T FSI Quattro S-tronic is available at R549 000 inclusive of all taxes and the standard five year or 100 000km Audi Freeway Plan, available to extend at seven years or 200 000km.
The Audi S3 Sedan 2.0T FSI Quattro S-tronic is now available at Audi Polokwane, situated at Motor City on the corner of Nelson Mandela Drive and Grobler Street. Contact Audi Polokwane to view the Audi S3 Sedan at (015) 299 8800.