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2019+ Audi A1 (2nd Gen)
Following an extensive teasing campaign, Audi’s sultry, second-gen A1 Sportback has arrived. And by all accounts, it’s adorable. Audi calls it "the ideal companion for an urban lifestyle," and considering it stretches out to just 13.2 feet (4.03 meters) long, 5.7 feet (1.74 meters) wide, and 4.6 feet high (1.4 meters), it’s hard to argue. But don’t let its stout size fool you.
Its design draws cues from the Ur-Quattro and Sport Quattro before it; it's no rally car (at least not yet), but its sloped roofline and accenting black roof give it an aggressive look compared to its predecessor. The flat C pillar accentuates the small hatchback's sharp angles, while the optional S Line offers features like larger air intakes, a slim vent below the hoodline, and a larger rear wing.
The wheels are sharp too, and come available either in 15-, 16-, or 17-inch options depending on trim. The latter – available either in black or platinum grey – are part of the current range-topping S Line. The new A1 also improved cargo space, up a whole 2.3 cubic feet over the outgoing model, bringing total capacity with the rear sets erect to 11.8 cubic feet. Fold the rear seats down flat, and that number improves to 38.5 cubic feet.
Power comes from a host of engines, the entry-level three-cylinder option produces 95 horsepower (75 kilowatts), while the range-topping, turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder produces up to 200 horsepower (147 kilowatts) in its most powerful trim. The three-cylinder engine can be had with either a six-speed manual or an S-tronic dual clutch, while the range-topping turbocharged four can only be had with the S-tronic option.
Performance, though, is only part of the equation – the A1 is a tech-heavy hatchback. It’s the latest vehicle to ditch the ancient tablet-style setup and adopt Audi’s new Virtual Cockpit styling instead, similar to the large A8. It comes highlighted by a standard 8.8-inch MMI Touch infotainment system, with top-trim options getting a larger 10.1-inch option; don’t worry, there are still physical dials for HVAC and stereo controls, among others. The A1 also features safety features like lane departure warning, pre-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control.
The new Audi A1 will be sold as a 2019 model year vehicle, so expect it to go on sale towards the end of 2018. No word on pricing just yet.
Its design draws cues from the Ur-Quattro and Sport Quattro before it; it's no rally car (at least not yet), but its sloped roofline and accenting black roof give it an aggressive look compared to its predecessor. The flat C pillar accentuates the small hatchback's sharp angles, while the optional S Line offers features like larger air intakes, a slim vent below the hoodline, and a larger rear wing.
The wheels are sharp too, and come available either in 15-, 16-, or 17-inch options depending on trim. The latter – available either in black or platinum grey – are part of the current range-topping S Line. The new A1 also improved cargo space, up a whole 2.3 cubic feet over the outgoing model, bringing total capacity with the rear sets erect to 11.8 cubic feet. Fold the rear seats down flat, and that number improves to 38.5 cubic feet.
Power comes from a host of engines, the entry-level three-cylinder option produces 95 horsepower (75 kilowatts), while the range-topping, turbocharged 1.4-liter four-cylinder produces up to 200 horsepower (147 kilowatts) in its most powerful trim. The three-cylinder engine can be had with either a six-speed manual or an S-tronic dual clutch, while the range-topping turbocharged four can only be had with the S-tronic option.
Performance, though, is only part of the equation – the A1 is a tech-heavy hatchback. It’s the latest vehicle to ditch the ancient tablet-style setup and adopt Audi’s new Virtual Cockpit styling instead, similar to the large A8. It comes highlighted by a standard 8.8-inch MMI Touch infotainment system, with top-trim options getting a larger 10.1-inch option; don’t worry, there are still physical dials for HVAC and stereo controls, among others. The A1 also features safety features like lane departure warning, pre-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, and adaptive cruise control.
The new Audi A1 will be sold as a 2019 model year vehicle, so expect it to go on sale towards the end of 2018. No word on pricing just yet.
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