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New Audi S1: 231hp, sub-£25k price

Wed, 12 Feb 2014

Pictures and full details of the Audi S1 have been released ahead of the car’s public debut at the Geneva Motor Show next month. If the bright yellow colour of the car pictured doesn’t grab you, the stats probably will – this pocket rocket has four-wheel drive, a 0-62mph time of just 5.8 seconds and prices starting from less than £25,000 (just).

Audi S1: what's new?

Audi hinted that an S1 was in the pipeline when it built the limited-run A1 Quattro, which we drove last year. Like that car, the S1 has substantial changes over the standard A1, including entirely new rear suspension, with a four-link design instead of a torsion beam set-up. The front suspension has also been upgraded, while Audi’s Drive Select system allows the driver to choose from various settings for the suspension and throttle response.

Audi S1: performance

Power comes from a 231hp 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, which is linked to a six-speed manual gearbox. On top of a sub-six-second 0-62mph time, Audi quotes a top speed of 155mph, combined fuel economy of 40.3mpg and CO2 emissions (for the three-door model) of 162g/km.

Audi S1: design

Cosmetic changes include bespoke bumpers and wheels, while an optional styling package adds a roof spoiler. Two new exterior colours – Vegas yellow and Sepang blue – are available.

Audi S1: prices

The Audi S1 goes on sale in mid-March, priced from £24,900 for the three-door model and £25,630 for the five-door S1 Sportback. First customer deliveries will be in the spring.


By Leo Wilkinson, senior editor, MSN Cars