Which is the most popular engine in the Audi A1?

There haven't been a lot of diesel engines offered with the A1, making the petrol motors more popular. The S Line Competition has the 40 TFSI, which produces 197bhp or 204bhp for the fastest acceleration times.

What are the most popular trim levels?

The new A1 comes in Sport, S Line and Black Edition trims. The S Line is the most popular used trim because of the value it provides while still offering some updated features and technology. This includes a sportier body kit and suspension, along with larger 17-inch alloy wheels.

What optional extras should I look out for?

Customers should look out for the Technology Pack with its immersive SONOS 3D premium sound system, Phonebox light with wireless device charging and heated front seats. This package also comes with advanced safety equipment, such as a high-tech reversing camera and the parking system plus technology.

Is the Audi A1 a good family car?

Even though the A1 is a compact hatchback, it's still practical enough for smaller families. Adults are able to fit in the rear seat, and there's a good amount of boot space available. With the upgraded technology, even longer drives can be enjoyable.

Is there a hybrid version of the Audi A1?

Even though Audi has been a leader in the hybrid and EV market, the A1 doesn't have any electrified powertrains yet.

Is the Audi A1 available as an automatic?

Some engines were available with an automatic gearbox, but they aren't as popular as the manual transmissions. However, customers should be able to find either in the used market.

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

Most Audi A1 models have standard front-wheel drive. Because four-wheel drive was a rare option, there aren't many available on the used market. For typical driving conditions in the city or on the motorway, front-wheel drive is capable and provides good handling.

2,599 Used Audi A1 cars for sale

Audi A12023 - 30 TFSI 110 Sport 5dr [Tech Pack]

Low Mileage

£18,199

Finance available £373 pm

1L
17.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch Warehouse Corby

01536219125 *

4.3/5 Stars

Audi A12014 (64) - 1.6 TDI S line Sportback Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£7,990

1.6L
84.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Keywise Cars Ltd

01392344397 *

Audi A12016 - TDI S LINE 3-Door

Reduced

£9,295

Finance available £185 pm

1.6L
72.1K
Miles
Diesel
Semi Auto
Hatchback

A36 Motor Company

01794330839 *

Audi A12021 (21) - 25 TFSI Sport 5dr S Tronic

Low Mileage

£13,999

Finance available £290 pm

1L
26.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

AG Classics

02039112044 *

Audi A12019 (68) - 1.0 TFSI 30 S line Sportback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (116 ps)

£14,199

1L
62.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Pinetree Car Superstore Tonypandy

01443806091 *

Audi A12022 (22) - 1.0 TFSI 25 Sport Sportback S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,000

Finance available £370 pm

1L
12.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Audi A12012 (61) - 1.4 TFSI Black Edition Sportback S Tronic Euro 5 3dr

Low Mileage

£8,000

1.4L
40.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Hearsall Common Car Sales

02475105300 *

Audi A12020 (20) - 1.0 TFSI 25 S line Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) (95 ps)

£16,495

Finance available £325 pm

1L
50.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Eclipse Car Sales Limited

02392006073 *

4.6/5 Stars

Audi A12023 - S line 25 TFSI 95 PS 5-speed Manual 5-Door

Reduced

£18,991

1L
15.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Sinclair Audi Bridgend

01656335469 *

0/5 Stars

Audi A12019 - 30 TFSI S Line 5dr

£14,495

Finance available £302 pm

1L
62.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Abbey Autos Glengormley

02890021961 *

Audi A12015 (65) - 1.4 TFSI Sport Hatchback 3dr Petrol S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) (125 ps)

Low Mileage

£11,500

Finance available £235 pm

1.4L
25.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Stringers of Petersfield

01730779314 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi A12019 (19) - 1.0 TFSI 30 S line Sportback S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£16,490

Finance available £346 pm

1L
56.5K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Formula Prestige Motors

01633742345 *

4.2/5 Stars

Audi A12019 - 40 TFSI S Line Competition S Tronic 5-Door

£13,997

Finance available £279 pm

2L
80.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Scunthorpe

01724514202 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi A12018 - 1.4 TFSI S Line Nav 3dr S Tronic

Low Mileage

£15,199

Finance available £311 pm

1.4L
13.8K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Motorpoint Maidstone

01622291202 *

Audi A12013 (13) - 2.0 TDI Black Edition Sportback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (143 ps)

£5,900

Finance available £109 pm

2L
110.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Bhakar-Wood Cars LTD

01952953931 *

4.9/5 Stars

Audi A12024 - 35 TFSI S Line 5dr S Tronic

£23,631

1.5L
16.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Milton Keynes Audi

01908761385 *

4.3/5 Stars

Audi A12021 (21) - 1.0 TFSI 30 Sport Sportback S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£15,450

Finance available £323 pm

1L
47.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Stevenage

01438584759 *

Audi A12020 - 30 TFSI 110 Black Edition 5dr

Low Mileage

£19,498

1L
20.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Vauxhall (Glasgow)

01414068758 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi A12019 (68) - 1.0 TFSI 30 Sport Sportback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (116 ps)

Low Mileage

£13,899

Finance available £265 pm

1L
40.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cartime Rochdale

01615298277 *

4.4/5 Stars

Audi A12021 (21) - 1.0 TFSI 30 S line Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) (110 ps)

Low Mileage

£17,800

Finance available £309 pm

1L
23.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Blue Bell Hill

01634557830 *

Why buy a used Audi A1?

If you're in the market for a car that's practical, comfortable and classy, then a used Audi A1 is a great choice. This small car is fun to drive and offers good handling as well as numerous advanced safety features. It's perfectly styled, inside and out, with high-tech additions that make it more desirable.

Used Audi A1 snapshot review

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Pros

Great to drive
Stylish interior and exterior
Much more practical than before

Cons

Pricier than rivals
Interior quality lacking in places
Limited engine range

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Different generations of used Audi A1

Audi spent time creating a supermini that could compete against the MINI Hatch, and released the A1 in 2010. With its upmarket styling and well-built design, the A1 became a popular vehicle almost immediately. Now in its second generation, Audi continues to revise the powertrains and features, ensuring that it remains a top choice among discerning drivers.

Second Generation (2018 to Present)

Audi discontinued the three-door hatchback model when releasing the new A1. The company also made the decision to discontinue all diesel engines, replacing them with petrol only. The size of the A1 was increased significantly, which gave it more interior room and boot space.

The angular lines and sharp curves of the A1 became reminiscent of the 1984 Sport Quattro rally car, especially with the horizontal slats found on the bonnet edge. A special model was released, known as the Black Edition, that added some unique black exterior styling touches.

Fuel type:: Petrol
Engine Size:: 1 - 2
MPG:: 40 - 61
Acceleration:: 6.5 - 11.5 seconds
Boot space:: 335 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
25 TFSI Sport 5dr
Cheapest
25 TFSI SE 5dr
Fastest
40 TFSI S Line Competition 5dr S Tronic

First Generation (2010 to 2018)

When it was first released, the A1 came as a three-door hatchback, but a five-door model was added just a couple of years later, giving customers more options. The platform was shared with the VW Polo (Mk5) and SEAT Ibiza (Mk4), giving it a reliable build. The difference was in the high-end features added to the Audi lineup.

The Sport models were offered with a softer suspension for better handling. There was also a special-edition A1 Quattro model offered. However, with only 333 built, the UK only received about 20 of them, making it very rare.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Petrol
Engine Size:: 1 - 2
MPG:: 39 - 80
Acceleration:: 5.8 - 11.9 seconds
Boot space:: 210 - 270 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
1.0 TFSI SE 3dr
Cheapest
1.2 TFSI SE 3dr
Fastest
S1 TFSI Quattro 3dr

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