Audi A1 Sportback 2014–2018 car dimensions: 3973 mm long, 1746 mm wide and 1422 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,135 kg. Braked towing is 1,000 kg.
The cabin has a retractable 6.5-inch colour display with MMI controls on higher specs or as an option, plus standard Bluetooth. Manual air conditioning is standard across the range, while automatic climate control comes on design and some higher grades. Cruise control and rear parking sensors are options or standard on sport trims. No automatic emergency braking, blind-spot warning or lane-keep systems are available. A reversing camera is offered as an option.
Boot space measures 270 litres with the rear seats up. Folding the 60:40 split rear seats expands it to 920 litres, giving decent flexibility for a small hatchback.
Braked towing capacity is 1000 kg and unbraked is 560 kg. Payload sits at 445 kg. Sport suspension is available on sport equipment lines for firmer handling.
The cabin uses quality materials with a clean layout and solid feel. Front seats are manually adjustable for height and position, with sports versions offering firmer bolsters on higher grades. Heat-insulating glass is fitted. A panoramic sunroof is optional. Space is compact but supportive for daily use, with a split-folding rear bench.
Combined fuel use 4.2 l/100 km on Super 95 petrol
LongLife service up to 30,000 km or 2 years
Euro NCAP 5 stars (2010): adult 90%, child 79%, pedestrian 49%, assist 86%
Standard kit includes ESC with ABS/EBD/EDL, front/side/head airbags, ISOFIX, seatbelt pretensioners and reminders
The 1.0 TFSI ultra returns official combined consumption of 4.2 l/100 km with CO2 at 97 g/km on base tyres. It runs on Super unleaded 95. Real-world figures sit higher but the three-cylinder stays frugal for town and motorway runs.
Service follows the LongLife indicator, with intervals up to 30,000 km or a maximum of two years. Fixed shorter intervals apply if standard oil is used. Timing belt change is due at high mileage.
The car scored five Euro NCAP stars when tested. Adult protection reached 90 percent. Standard safety includes full airbags, ESC with electronic differential lock, ISOFIX points and secondary collision brake assist.
Keep it with regular oil services using the correct LongLife grade. Body corrosion warranty lasts 12 years. The light kerb weight and simple layout keep running costs low for a premium supermini.
Length 3973 mm, Width 1746 mm, Height 1422 mm, Wheelbase 2469 mm (A1 Sportback 2014–2018)
Sources: manufacturer data, AUDI AG brochure Audi A1 | A1 Sportback | Audi S1 | S1 Sportback, valid April 2015, Audi España ficha técnica Audi A1 Sportback 1.0 TFSI, Airbags are the systems described in that brochure’s technology/safety section.