Audi S3, Audi S3 Sportback: Now with S-tronic

We love Audi's S-tronic and are glad to see that it made it's way into the new Audi S3 and Audi S3 Sportback.

* Efficient and fast dual-clutch transmission for the S3
* Quicker acceleration paired with even higher fuel efficiency
* Particularly sporty combination in the compact class
* Available now

A milestone in transmission technology is now available in the Audi S3 and S3 Sportback sporty compact models. The S tronic dual-clutch transmission unites the powerful two-liter TFSI engine with the road in a manner that is both sporty and efficient. This ensures quicker acceleration, high agility and ride comfort along with improved fuel efficiency.

A genuine marvel of engineering, the revolutionary S tronic dual-clutch transmission has been a sensation ever since it debuted in the Audi TT 3.2 quattro in spring 2003. It combines the advantages of a compact six-speed manual transmission with the qualities of a modern automatic. The driver thus benefits from enormous agility and driving pleasure with acceleration that is both harmonious and dynamic, without any perceptible interruption in the power flow. This is coupled with good economy thanks to low fuel consumption, and convenient operation.

The ultracompact S tronic with twin multi-plate clutch can simultaneously preselect two gears. With its ingenious electrohydraulic operation, it shifts from one gear to the next in a split second. It can thus enable engine torque as high as 350 Nm (258.15 lb-ft).

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Source: Jalopnik

Audi S3, Audi S3 Sportback: Now with S-tronic

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