Hey guys n girls, I've been driving a derv for the longest time. Im am thinking of a face-lift 8v S3 and am curious as to real world mpg. Assuming "normal" driving. I understand its smiles per gallon, I need to try and justify it... lol.
Real world mpg
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If you have to ask this question bud, then don't buy lol, it's addictive & we can lie to ourselves to buy, but reality is, you won't give a shxt once it's in your name, once you stick a map on then even more the spg will become irrelevant.
I remember the time I got my S3 8L, wow was insane, then I got introduced to revo & that's when things became interesting
I remember the time I got my S3 8L, wow was insane, then I got introduced to revo & that's when things became interesting
My sportback was relatively economical given what it's capable of. Round town got high 20s to low 30s, on a motorway run I had 47mpg out of it.
Similar MPG to alps26. It’s when the boost kicks in and your foot goes down……. The fuel goes with it but it’s worth it all day long !
The S3 is a fun car and with decent tyres it’s on rails. Puts a real smile on your face !
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The S3 is a fun car and with decent tyres it’s on rails. Puts a real smile on your face !
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I had a 400 bhp TQS B5 a few cars ago so I understand how single digits work with meth being used in similar quantities. . Sold ger to buy the ex wife and auto. (Grrrr) after the divorce and custody battles mum became I'll so I stayed derv. Pq38 chassis vw. But its time for me now. . I Wanted you guys to help to talking me into an 8v s3 saloon
Just go for it mate , sounds like you could do with something to put that smile on 
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20 -30 round town short trips ect 30-37 motorway speeds but can easily see single figures when needed 
I've been "testing" mine since the Stage 1 remap from Integrated Engineering, driving to work 2 days a week. In efficiency mode, I've managed 39Mpg driving like the rest of the sheep, slowly, "normally" most of that is motorway, but around 10 miles of town/traffic.
As others have said, the S3 stock, is already a capable car, but Stage 1 opens a whole new world of speed and noise if you couple it with an intake. Mines just silly with some St tu tu noises and lots of intake woosh at low speeds with a little bit of boost. Makes me smile some.
Next is a turbo inlet pipe!
As others have said, the S3 stock, is already a capable car, but Stage 1 opens a whole new world of speed and noise if you couple it with an intake. Mines just silly with some St tu tu noises and lots of intake woosh at low speeds with a little bit of boost. Makes me smile some.
Next is a turbo inlet pipe!
Standard FL, 30 - 32mpg in mixed normal driving; up to 43mpg on a long motorway run.
If you want the mpg instead of the mph then get the 35tfsi. Insurance also only £300
48-52mpg avoiding rush hour traffic in hilly Devon. 55-60mpg on a run. 70+mpg driving like a vicar on a run, 34mpg towing 1400kg caravan.
If I could afford the purchase cost, the road tax, the fuel and the insurance I would have one. My big sister has owned two, but she's nuts.
Colin
48-52mpg avoiding rush hour traffic in hilly Devon. 55-60mpg on a run. 70+mpg driving like a vicar on a run, 34mpg towing 1400kg caravan.
If I could afford the purchase cost, the road tax, the fuel and the insurance I would have one. My big sister has owned two, but she's nuts.
Colin
100% agree with the Stage 1 remap coupled with a full intake. Turbo blanket significantly decreases heat soak so I recommend that.I've been "testing" mine since the Stage 1 remap from Integrated Engineering, driving to work 2 days a week. In efficiency mode, I've managed 39Mpg driving like the rest of the sheep, slowly, "normally" most of that is motorway, but around 10 miles of town/traffic.
As others have said, the S3 stock, is already a capable car, but Stage 1 opens a whole new world of speed and noise if you couple it with an intake. Mines just silly with some St tu tu noises and lots of intake woosh at low speeds with a little bit of boost. Makes me smile some.
Next is a turbo inlet pipe!
About 25-35 mpg mixed driving as an average I would say. If you're doing more highway driving then 35-40. The Haldex coupling engages a lot at low speeds and acceleration, start-stop etc.
Are the turbo blankets easy to fit? can you do it without lifting the car? This is what I was looking at:
IE Turbo Inlet Pipe for VW & Audi 2.0T/1.8T Gen 3 Engines | Fits VW MK7 & Audi 8V
IE's Turbo Inlet Pipe upgrades your VW or Audi MK7/8V 1.8T or 2.0T Gen 3 turbo by removing the factory flow restriction. The cast aluminum design allows for a constant diameter elbow increasing efficiency over 110CFM from the intake to the turbo without the bottleneck design of the factory unit.
performancebyie.co.uk
Also, have you done a turbo muffler delete? I've heard mixed things about these and wondering if it's worth it or not. I'm not planning anymore than Stage 1 (currently), but might go intercooler as well to get temps down some more.
No they are not. I had a workshop do it and I can recommend you do the same.Are the turbo blankets easy to fit? can you do it without lifting the car? This is what I was looking at:
IE Turbo Inlet Pipe for VW & Audi 2.0T/1.8T Gen 3 Engines | Fits VW MK7 & Audi 8V
IE's Turbo Inlet Pipe upgrades your VW or Audi MK7/8V 1.8T or 2.0T Gen 3 turbo by removing the factory flow restriction. The cast aluminum design allows for a constant diameter elbow increasing efficiency over 110CFM from the intake to the turbo without the bottleneck design of the factory unit.
Also, have you done a turbo muffler delete? I've heard mixed things about these and wondering if it's worth it or not. I'm not planning anymore than Stage 1 (currently), but might go intercooler as well to get temps down some more.
Yes I have a muffler delete as it helps the turbo breathe fully, and also for sound. For Stage 1 I've always changed all components on the suction side + muffler delete. This is the second car I've done it on, just complements the remap superbly.
I have Forge for all parts on the S3 and a BMC sports air filter. On my previous car (Cupra 290) I had Leyo Motorsports and Eventuri Air filter.
iE MK7/8V Air Intake System For 2.0T & 1.8T MQB
Deliver up to 15WHP & 13ft-lbs of torque with a cold air intake for your MK& GTI, your Audi S3, or more. Shop for the right performance from IE.
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This is what I have, but missed the Inlet pipe off as I forgot about it. Will order today.
Thanks for the advice, I'll be buying the Turbo blanket as well
G
fingers crossed next week or so, I'm gong to have one. Are the Super UL only or 95 unless mapped?
I only ever ran mine on super unleaded (performance car, performance fuel is my reasoning). I tried it on 95 but felt it was sluggish, could have been placebo though.