Audi A1 1.2 TFSI S Line

#EANF# What‘s it? This really is our first opportunity to try the A1 using the smallest-capacity engine and least power – and likewise our initial exposure towards the A1’s S Line suspension inside the UK. To the avoidance of doubt, the 85bhp 1. 2-litre petrol engine fitted towards the A1 Isn‘t associated with the 69bhp 1. 2 utilized in VW’s Polo. The Polo’s has three cylinders and it is naturally aspirated, whereas the Audi’s has four cylinders and also a turbocharger. Although trading down coming from the 120bhp 1. 4 A1 saves only £410, like for like (although you will get the 1. 2 in entry SE spec, unlike the 1. 4 ), a CO2 output of 118g / km means a benefit-in-kind rating five per cent lower and also a £60 saving on road tax. What is it like? Whether you’ll miss the 1. 4’s extra power depends upon to drive. In town the 1. 2 is much more than adequate ; 118lb ft of torque is offered by 1500rpm, therefore the A1 picks up keenly from low revs. And although the 1. 2 is almost as smooth like the 1. 4, it doesn’t feel from place matched towards the A1’s surprisingly grown-up cabin. However, at higher speeds and higher revs, small engine feels more restricted. It’s not exactly slow, but 0-62mph in 11. 7sec isn’t brisk, either. S Line trim, which costs £1545 greater than Sport, adds sharper-looking bumpers, side skirts and also a roof spoiler, plus 17in alloy wheels as standard and firmer suspension. Unlike in another Audis, S Line suspension doesn’t mean a disastrous ride quality, though it‘s still stiffer than it must be – especially to the urban use that best suits the 1. 2. Should I buy one? Yes. We such as the A1 as well as for everything but regular motorway utilize the 1. 2 can be as good as other, plus cheaper to purchase and run. On S line, the advice is try 'before you buy'. Jamie Corstorphine Price : £16, 805 ; Top speed : 112mph ; 0-62mph : 11. 7sec ; Economy : 55. 4mpg ; CO2 : 118g / km ; Kerb weight : 1040kg ; Engine : 4 cyls, 1197cc, turbo ; Power : 85bhp at 4800rpm ; Torque : 118lb ft at 1500-3500rpm ; Gearbox : 5-spd manual Audi A1 1. 2 TFSI S Line