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.

2,606 Used Audi A1 cars for sale

Audi A12018 - 1.0 TFSI SE 5dr S Tronic

Low Mileage

£11,995

1L
31.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Perrys Rotherham Vauxhall

01709917010 *

4.4/5 Stars

Audi A12021 - 25 TFSI Sport 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,495

Finance available £346 pm

1L
31.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

SERE Lisburn

02892791416 *

Audi A12015 (15) - 1.4 TFSI CoD S line Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps) / F

Low Mileage

£10,765

Finance available £218 pm

1.4L
48.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Parkland Motors

01509276004 *

4.4/5 Stars

Audi A12022 - 30 TFSI 110 S Line 5dr

£18,298

1L
38.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Arnold Clark Workington Motorstore / GWM

01900511070 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi A12016 (16) - 1.4 TFSI S Line 3dr S Tronic

Low Mileage

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.4L
57.5K
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Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Imperial Car And Van Sales Ltd

01145510329 *

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

£13,990

1L
57.4K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

UK WHEELS LIMITED

02039537447 *

4.9/5 Stars

Audi A12021 - 25 TFSI Technik 5dr

£15,608

1L
29.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Marshall BMW Grimsby

01472806814 *

Audi A12012 (62) - 1.6 TDI Sport 5dr

Reduced

£3,195

Finance available £49 pm

1.6L
121.0K
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Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

SK CAR COMPANY LTD

01384885534 *

Audi A12019 - 30 TFSI S Line 5-Door

Low Mileage

£16,397

Finance available £330 pm

1L
16.5K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Hessle

01482947558 *

4.6/5 Stars

Audi A12011 (60) - 1.2 TFSI SE Euro 5 (s/s) 3dr

Low Mileage

£3,845

Finance available £64 pm

1.2L
90.4K
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Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

MMK AUTOMOTIVE LIMITED

01524237300 *

Audi A12022 - 30 TFSI 110 S Line 5dr S Tronic Auto

Low Mileage

£21,094

1L
10.3K
Miles
Petrol
Semi Auto
Hatchback

Marshall Audi Oxford

01865597492 *

Audi A12016 (66) - 1.4 SPORTBACK TFSI S LINE 5d 148 BHP 5-Door

Reduced

£11,995

1.4L
57.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Baglan Car Centre

01639501146 *

4.6/5 Stars

Audi A12015 (15) - 1.4 TFSI 150 S Line 3dr ++ 35 TAX / ULEZ / BLUETOOTH / AUDI HISTORY ++

Reduced

£8,775

Finance available £174 pm

1.4L
59.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Nick King Car Sales (Gloucester)

01452227299 *

Audi A12018 - TFSI Sport 5-Door

£12,495

1L
61.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Llanelli Motor Company

01554707000 *

Audi A12022 - Sport 30 TFSI 110 PS S tronic Automatic 5-Door

Reduced

£18,950

1L
21.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cardiff Audi

02922679534 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi A12024 - Black Edition 30 TFSI 116 PS S tronic Automatic 5-Door

Low Mileage

£27,250

1L
3.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cardiff Audi

02922679534 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi A12015 - 1.4 TFSI SPORT, Used Cars Ely, Cambridge 3-Door

Low Mileage

£8,999

1.4L
36.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Criteria Cars (UK) Ltd

01353881708 *

4.9/5 Stars

Audi A12021 (21) - 1.0 TFSI 25 S line Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) (95 ps)

Low Mileage

£19,500

Finance available £348 pm

1L
14.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Enfield

02037634741 *

Audi A12021 - 35 TFSI Black Edition S Tronic 5-Door

£19,897

Finance available £405 pm

1.5L
39.6K
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Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

CarSupermarket.com Hessle

01482947558 *

4.6/5 Stars

Audi A12021 (21) - 1.0 TFSI 25 S line Sportback S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,590

1L
26.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Howard Dean Car Sales Ltd

02038731433 *

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

Author: Jack Evans

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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 5dr
Cheapest
1.2 TFSI SE 3dr
Fastest
S1 TFSI Quattro 3dr

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