AUDI A3 Sedan (8V)
Car comparison
AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI · Stage 3vsAUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI · Stage 2vsAUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI · Stage 1vsAUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonAUDI A3 Sedan (8V)
2.0 TDI (Stage 2)
AUDI A3 Sedan (8V)
2.0 TDI (Stage 1)
AUDI A3 Sedan (8V)
2.0 TDI
Comparison overview
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AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.6 s
- Fastest top speed278 km/h173 mph
- Most powerful285 hp213 kW
- Highest torque608 Nm448 lb-ft
- Lightest1,320 kg2,910 lb
- Best power-to-weight216 hp/t161 kW/t4.6 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.1 L/100 km57.4 mpg US68.9 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.0 L/100 km47.0 mpg US56.5 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption3.6 L/100 km65.3 mpg US78.5 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions109 g/km
- Best estimated range1,220 km758 mi
- Largest trunk425 L
- Best overall score72/100
- Best performance score72/100
- Best economy score96/100
- Best practicality score72/100
Specification comparison
| Model | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp |
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| Power | 285hp213kW+101 hp | 248hp185kW+64 hp | 221hp165kW+37 hp | 184hp137kW |
| Torque | 608Nm448lb-ft+228 Nm | 532Nm392lb-ft+152 Nm | 475Nm350lb-ft+95 Nm | 380Nm280lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,320kg2,910lb | 1,320kg2,910lb | 1,320kg2,910lb | 1,320kg2,910lb |
| Gross weight | 1,870kg4,123lb | 1,870kg4,123lb | 1,870kg4,123lb | 1,870kg4,123lb |
| Top speed | 278 km/h 173 mph | 265 km/h 165 mph | 254 km/h 158 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 55.9s99% target: 275 km/h / 171 mph-12.3 s Calculated | 59.8s99% target: 262 km/h / 163 mph-8.3 s Calculated | 62.7s99% target: 251 km/h / 156 mph-5.5 s Calculated | 68.2s99% target: 239 km/h / 148 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.6s-1.8 s | 6.1s-1.3 s | 6.6s-0.8 s | 7.4s |
| 0-200 km/h | 15.8s-9.7 s Calculated | 18.2s-7.2 s Calculated | 20.8s-4.7 s Calculated | 25.4s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.4s-1.7 s Calculated | 5.9s-1.2 s Calculated | 6.3s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.1s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 3.6L/100 km65.3mpg US78.5mpg UK | 3.6L/100 km65.3mpg US78.5mpg UK | 3.6L/100 km65.3mpg US78.5mpg UK | 3.6L/100 km65.3mpg US78.5mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.5s-1.8 s Calculated | 14.0s-1.2 s Calculated | 14.5s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.2s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 216hp/t161kW/t98hp/1000 lb Calculated | 188hp/t140kW/t85hp/1000 lb Calculated | 167hp/t125kW/t76hp/1000 lb Calculated | 139hp/t104kW/t63hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 461Nm/t308lb-ft/ton Calculated | 403Nm/t270lb-ft/ton Calculated | 360Nm/t241lb-ft/ton Calculated | 288Nm/t193lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,220km758mi Calculated | 1,220km758mi Calculated | 1,220km758mi Calculated | 1,220km758mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in |
| Length | 4,456mm175in | 4,456mm175in | 4,456mm175in | 4,456mm175in |
| Width | 1,796mm71in | 1,796mm71in | 1,796mm71in | 1,796mm71in |
| Height | 1,416mm56in | 1,416mm56in | 1,416mm56in | 1,416mm56in |
| Wheelbase | 2,637mm104in | 2,637mm104in | 2,637mm104in | 2,637mm104in |
| Front track | 1,555mm61in | 1,555mm61in | 1,555mm61in | 1,555mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,526mm60in | 1,526mm60in | 1,526mm60in | 1,526mm60in |
| Trunk volume | 425L | 425L | 425L | 425L |
| Max trunk volume | 880L | 880L | 880L | 880L |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
| CO2 emissions | 109g/km | 109g/km | 109g/km | 109g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 221 hp: Power / Torque
- AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI 184 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.4 s | 5.9 s | 6.3 s | 7.1 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.6 s | 7.4 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 15.8 s | 18.2 s | 20.8 s | 25.4 s |
| Top speed | 278 km/h 173 mph | 265 km/h 165 mph | 254 km/h 158 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.5 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.2 s | 6.4 s | 6.6 s | 6.9 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.1 s | 9.4 s | 9.7 s | 10.2 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.5 s | 11.9 s | 12.3 s | 13.0 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.5 s | 14.0 s | 14.5 s | 15.2 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 184 km/h 114 mph | 175 km/h 109 mph | 168 km/h 105 mph | 159 km/h 99 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 248 hp 185 kW |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW |
AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp has 101 hp more than AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI 184 hp.
The biggest power difference is between AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI 184 hp and AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp: 101 hp (75 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 608 Nm 448 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 532 Nm 392 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 475 Nm 350 lb-ft |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 278 km/h 173 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 265 km/h 165 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 254 km/h 158 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 241 km/h 150 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 5.6 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 6.1 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 6.6 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 7.4 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp and AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI 184 hp: 1.8 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp and AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 221 hp, separated by only 0.5 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 216 hp/t 161 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 188 hp/t 140 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 167 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 139 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 1,220 km 758 mi |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 1,220 km 758 mi |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 1,220 km 758 mi |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 1,220 km 758 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW | 5.6 s | 278 km/h 173 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 248 hp 185 kW | 6.1 s | 265 km/h 165 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW | 6.6 s | 254 km/h 158 mph |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW | 7.4 s | 241 km/h 150 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp |
| 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp |
| 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp |
| 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp |
| 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | ||||||
AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | 5.6 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | 6.1 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | 6.6 s |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | 7.4 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 216 hp/t 161 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 188 hp/t 140 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 167 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK |
| AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | 139 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | AUDIA3 Sedan (8V)2.0 TDI184 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 285 hp 213 kW | 248 hp 185 kW | 221 hp 165 kW | 184 hp 137 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 608 Nm 448 lb-ft | 532 Nm 392 lb-ft | 475 Nm 350 lb-ft | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.6 s | 6.1 s | 6.6 s | 7.4 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 278 km/h 173 mph | 265 km/h 165 mph | 254 km/h 158 mph | 241 km/h 150 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb | 1,320 kg 2,910 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | 4.1 L/100 km 57.4 mpg US 68.9 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,220 km 758 mi | 1,220 km 758 mi | 1,220 km 758 mi | 1,220 km 758 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 109 g/km | 109 g/km | 109 g/km | 109 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 425 L 15.0 cu ft | 425 L 15.0 cu ft | 425 L 15.0 cu ft | 425 L 15.0 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 216 hp/t 161 kW/t 4.6 kg/hp | 188 hp/t 140 kW/t 5.3 kg/hp | 167 hp/t 125 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 139 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp | AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp | AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 221 hp | AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI 184 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.1 L/100 km57.4 mpg US68.9 mpg UK | 4.1 L/100 km57.4 mpg US68.9 mpg UK | 4.1 L/100 km57.4 mpg US68.9 mpg UK | 4.1 L/100 km57.4 mpg US68.9 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 7.17 LC100 km | 7.17 LC100 km | 7.17 LC100 km | 7.17 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 11.55 LC100 mi | 11.55 LC100 mi | 11.55 LC100 mi | 11.55 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 615 L162 US gal135 UK gal | 615 L162 US gal135 UK gal | 615 L162 US gal135 UK gal | 615 L162 US gal135 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,076 LC/year | 1,076 LC/year | 1,076 LC/year | 1,076 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp
- Has 37 hp more
- Has 76 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 13 km/h (8 mph) higher top speed
- Has 28 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
AUDI A3 Sedan (8V) 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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