Cruise the streets with the peppier ABT Audi A1.
The Audi A1 is a fun, nimble, and contemporary two-door hatch. The folks at ABT Sportsline believe that even more excitement can be cranked out of the mini Audi, and have developed a tuning program complete with individual graphics for all of the A1 models.
“Even the series standard version of the car is a lot of fun in particular on winding roads – and it is precisely for this reason that we have focused on providing extra power. The performance improvement increases the car’s agility and fits its driving characteristics perfectly,” expresses General Manager of ABT Sportsline, Hans-Jürgen Abt. “It doesn’t just need to have good throttle response, but the handling has to be right too. You should always look forward to your next trip with the A1.”
Each of the engines offered can be boosted by ABT Audi A1 tuning power programs. Each of the 1.6-liter TDI engines can be pushed to 110 and 125 horsepower with a simple tune. For the 1.2 TFSI engine, the ABT Audi A1 tuning power program increases output from the stock 86 horsepower to 115 ponies. ABT also has tuning for the 1.4 TFSI variants, increasing output to either 160 or 210 horsepower. In addition to the engine tuning, customers can also choose to install the ABT double-pipe sports rear muffler for an added growl.
But, just as Hans-Jürgen Abt said, “…the handling has to be right too.” To make the A1 faster through the corners, ABT Sportsline has developed new suspension springs that tighten the handling up. Handling and style can also be improved with the new ABT Z Titan wheels in either 17- or 18-inch diameters or ABT DR alloy wheels in an 18-inch diameter, complete with sport tires.
ABT Sportsline has created three different designs for the Audi A1: the Aloha, the Klecks, and the High Voltage. Each styling package has different decals and designs ranging from the Aloha’s Hawaiian flowers to the lightning bolts on the High Voltage. Based on the design décor, the ABT Audi A1 tuning front lip, side skirts, rear spoiler, rear skirt, and rear wing inserts can be finished in brushed aluminum, grass-green, or lavender. Finishing it all off are new ABT floor mats to keep your feet comfy.
The ABT Audi A1 tuning program is currently available and can be configured in Aloha, Klecks, and High Voltage designs. Pricing has not been released.
ABT Audi A1 Tuning Specifications
ABT Engine Technology:
Engine: 1.4 TFSI, 1.390 ccm capacity
Performance Tuning: ABT Power
Performance: 210 HP/154 kW (standard: 185 HP/136 kW)
Engine: 1.4 TFSI, 1.390 ccm capacity
Performance Tuning: ABT Power
Performance: 160 HP/117 kW (standard: 122 HP/89 kW)
Engine: 1.2 TFSI, 1.197 ccm capacity
Performance Tuning: ABT Power
Performance: 115 HP/85 kW (standard: 86 HP/63 kW)
Engine: 1.6 TDI, 1.598 ccm capacity
Performance Tuning: Power
Performance: 125 HP/92 kW (standard: 105 HP/77 kW)
Engine: 1.6 TDI, 1.598 ccm capacity
Performance Tuning: ABT Power
Performance: 110 HP/81 kW (standard: 90 HP/66 kW)
Optional: ABT double-pipe sports rear muffler
Wheels and Suspension:
Wheels: 17- or 18-inch ABT Z Titan, or 18-inch DR Sport Wheels alloy
Tires: Sport tires
Suspension: ABT suspension springs
Exterior:
-ABT front lip aluminum brushed / grass-green / lavender
-ABT side skirts aluminum brushed / grass-green / lavender
-ABT rear wing insets aluminum brushed / grass-green / lavender
-ABT rear skirt inset aluminum brushed / grass-green / lavender
-ABT rear spoiler aluminum brushed / grass-green / lavender
(for all versions except 1.4 TSI, 185 PS)
-ABT décor KLECKS, HIGH-VOLTAGE and ALOHA
Interior:
-ABT Floor mats
ABT Audi A1 Tuning Gallery
[Source: ABT Sportsline GmbH]
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