Under the hood of the Audi S1, a small-displacement 2.0 TFSI engine with 231 hp and 370 Nm of torque is placed. The gearbox is offered as a 6-speed manual, and the drive is all-wheel drive. In the three-door version, the S1 reaches the first hundred in just 5.8 seconds, and in the five-door version in 5.9 seconds.
The chassis is tuned for dynamic driving, and the rear beam has been replaced by a four-link independent suspension. The S1 is equipped with a permanent all-wheel drive system quattro with an electronically controlled rear differential.
The car's understated exterior is organically complemented by 17-inch alloy wheels with tires sized 215/40, and 18-inch wheels can be installed for an additional cost. In addition, even in the "base" version, the S1 comes with xenon headlights and LED taillights.
The interior of the "hot" hatch is fully loaded. In addition to the standard Audi set like climate control, electric windows, and a decent multimedia system with a 6.5-inch retractable display, there is keyless access, an Audi connect package with a Wi-Fi hotspot in the car, navigation, a Bose audio system, and more.
The Audi S1 will go on sale this spring, with European prices starting at 29,910 euros for the three-door and 30,790 euros for the Sportback.
