Audi AG is popularly known as Audi. It is a German luxury car brand that has emerged
as a status symbol in today’s time. The company is involved in the manufacturing,
marketing, and distribution of luxury cars and vehicles.
Many of you may not know this, but they are a part of the Volkswagen Group and has its
headquarters located in Ingolstadt, Germany. However, the Audi vehicles are produced
in nine production facilities located worldwide.
The company was established in 1909 by August Horch. Since then it went under many
changes.
Speaking of Audi vehicles, Audi A3 8P is a second-generation model of small family cars.
It was first manufactured in 2003.
Audi A3 8P: 2003 to 2012
If you are into luxury cars or own one, you must have heard about the Audi A3 series.
Audi A3 8P is a second-generation small family car that was first made in 2003. The
production continued till 2012. Currently, A3 is running its fourth generation cars.
Audi A3 8P made its first appearance at the 2003 Geneva Motor Show. This was the time
when Audi launched its second generation of the A3. It was originally launched with
four-cylinder engines and a three-door hatchback design.
It featured a more spacious interior and a new design. Even the petrol engines were
new and were equipped with Fuel Stratified Injection. Along with that it also had
standard six-speed manual gearboxes.
Later, the 2003 line was updated with a 2.0-liter Turbo-FSI version rated 200 PS and a
3.2-liter VR6 engine with 250 PS.
The 8P models were available in three different variants including 8P1, 8PA, and 8P7.
Each of the variants had a different body style and features.
Audi A3 8P was an affordable luxury family car designed for everyday use. The 8P
variant was one of the best in the A3 range of Audi cars.