Audi A2 8Z
The Audi A2 8Z (2000–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 8 versions in the United Kingdom.
Model codes: 8Z · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,820 mm RDW | 3,826 mm |
| Width | 1,670–1,680 mm RDW | 1,673 mm |
| Height | 1,510–1,550 mm RDW | 1,553 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,400 mm RDW | 2,405 mm |
| Front track | 1,454–1,475 mm ASTRA | – |
| Rear track | 1,419–1,439 mm ASTRA | – |
| Weights and towing | ||
| Kerb weight | 830–970 kg RDW | 895–1,105 kg |
| Mass in running order | 930–1,070 kg RDW | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 1,245–1,525 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 1,000 kg RDW | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 490–530 kg RDW | – |
| Seats and space | ||
| Seats | 4 RDW | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – |
| Boot space | – | 390 L |
| Fuel tank | – | 32–42 L |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 173 km/h RDW | – |
| Torque | 126–230 Nm ASTRA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 155/65R15, 165/65R15, 175/60R15, 185/50R16
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, fr, ja, pl), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 years and older | 63.7% (63.0–64.4) | 69.2% | 19,195 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 44.7% | 41.6% |
| Brakes | 41.9% | 36.4% |
| Tyres | 32.1% | 31.2% |
| Lights and electrics | 31.5% | 28.8% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 22.8% | 17.1% |
| Body, chassis and structure | 17.8% | 18.6% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
All 8 versions of the Audi A2 8Z
United Kingdom 8 versions
New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.
| Years and version | Engine | Power | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003–20041.4 (75 PS) | 1.4 L | 55 kW (75 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.0 L/100 km NEDC | 144 g/km |
| 2003–20041.4 SE (75 PS) | 1.4 L | 55 kW (75 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.1 L/100 km NEDC | 146 g/km |
| 20041.4 TDI (75 PS) | 1.4 L | 55 kW (75 PS) | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 2003–20041.6 FSI (110 PS) | 1.6 L | 81 kW (110 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.0 L/100 km NEDC | 144 g/km |
| 2002–20031.4 TDI · 1.4 TDI up to December 2002 | 1.4 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 4.4 L/100 km NEDC | 119 g/km |
| 2001–20021.4 SE (75 bhp) · 1.4 (75 bhp) | 1.4 L | 56 kW (76 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.1 L/100 km NEDC | 146 g/km |
| 20011.4 (75 bhp) | 1.4 L | 56 kW (76 PS) | Petrol | 5-speed manual | 6.0 L/100 km NEDC | 144 g/km |
| 20011.4 TDI & SE Models | 1.4 L | – | Diesel | 5-speed manual | 4.3 L/100 km NEDC | 116 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.