Audi A3 1.6 TDI: Scoring 78.4 MPG during efficiency challenge

Again, who needs a Prius? The Audi A3 1.6 TDI has scored a stunning 78.4 MPG during an efficiency challenge in Europe.

Audi has kicked off its latest efficiency marathon in northern Norway this week with a fleet of A3, A4, A5, Q7 and TT models to demonstrate what they can do in the real world. Leading the pack in terms of minimal fuel consumption is the new A3 1.6 TDI. On the road in Norway in the opening stage, the drivers managed to squeeze out an astounding 78.4 mpg average from the 1.6-liter diesel engine. Next up was the A4 2.0 TDI e sedan, which went an average of 60.3 miles on every gallon (U.S.) of diesel.

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Source: Autoblog

Audi A3 1.6 TDI: Scoring 78.4 MPG during efficiency challenge

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