Audi A1 price in Kenya and a full review

Audi A1 price in Kenya is affordable considering what you get from this car, with Ksh 1.5 million and above, you will be able to get one from dealers in the country. The locally used ones are even more affordable. Below we will look at how much it costs to own different models of the Audi A1 in Kenya.

Introduction to the Audi A1

Most Kenyans prefer compact hatchback vehicles since they are easy to run and the buying cost is affordable. Most of these cars however do not offer much comfort. If comfort is your concern, you can get yourself something that feels premium yet easy to run, that is the Audi A1. Below, we will cover all the features of the car and also see the prices of different models of the Audi A1 in Kenya.

Audi A1 mainly comes as a hatchback, it was introduced in the market in 2010 by its manufacturer, Audi AG, this manufacturer is from Germany and is known for making luxury and semi-luxury vehicles. The car can be placed in the class of compact MPVs, however, despite its small size, it is loved by many. This is because the car is easy to run and has good fuel economy. While the car is a hatchback, Audi markets it as a Sportback.

The main competitor of the A1 is Volkswagen Polo. You can opt for other Audi cars in the A series which include Audi A3, Audi A4, Audi A5, Audi A7, Audi A6 and Audi A8

Audi A1 price in Kenya

The price of the car will vary based on its condition, the seller, the model and even the trim level. Still, we can be able to give a range of the price in the market, that is what we are going to do below.

If the above models are above your budget, you might consider going for a locally used one. Just ensure the one you pick is well maintained to avoid losing cash and buying problems. Below are the prices of locally used Audi A1.

Audi A1 Specifications

To make the right pick of your next car, it is good to look at the specs that the vehicle comes with, below is a list of the exterior, interior and engine specs of the Audi A1. There are various trim levels, the higher you climb, the more features there are. These trim levels include the S line, Black Edition, Vorsprung and Sport, there is also a convertible variant.

1. Audi A1 Exterior

The new shape Audi A1 which is the second generation that was introduced in 2018 tends to have a less feminine appearance than the first generation. It appears as though it is much bigger and has a curvy design with lines on its body like most Audi cars.

Here are the exterior specs of the Audi A1:

• The car comes with 5 doors(two front, two rear and the tailgate)
• The ground clearance starts from 4.8 inches which is way below the required 6.5 inches that is recommended on Kenyan roads
• Dynamic indicators on the new models
• At the front is a medium-sized grill with the Audi logo and daytime running lights
• This Sportback comes with 16 inches or 17 inches alloy wheels
• Audi A7 has LED headlights and taillights
• Lastly, there are different colors to choose from

2. Audi A1 Interior

The interior of the car is spacious and comfortable making it a perfect choice for a family car.

Below is what you get on the inside:

• The car comes with 5 seats(two front and three on the second row)
• The legroom of the vehicle is good except for the middle seat on the second row where the transmission tunnel gets in the way
• For the headroom, it’s okay
• If you get one with the comfort pack, you get heated seats, parking sensors and the Bang & Olufsen sound system
• The car has easy to use child seat anchors
• In the cabin, you will find different storage spaces, this includes the cupholders, center box, door bins, glove box and the seat jacket pockets
• A1 has a boot space of 335 liters which is not bad for a hatchback, to get an even bigger space, lower the seats
• Below the boot is a lifesaver spare wheel
• There are USB and sockets, you can also charge your phone through the wireless charging feature(available on some trims)
• In recent models, the touch screen infotainment system comes as a standard. This also includes Apple car play and Android auto
• You also get a digital driver’s display
• There are also climate control knobs on the dashboard
• The steering wheel is manually adjustable
• For safety, the sedan has Lane departure assist, blind monitoring, and active cruise control available on most trims
• Interestingly, Audi A1 comes with a handbrake that is not common on most modern Audis

3. Audi A1 Engine specs

Just like most Audi cars, there are different engine options to choose from.

Here is a list of engine specs for the Audi A1:

• For the engine capacities, you can choose from the following; 1.0L 3 cylinder turbocharged petrol engine, 1.5L 4 cylinder petrol, 2.0L petrol, a 2.0L diesel and a 1.6L diesel engine
• In the second generation that was launched in 2018, there are no diesel engine options
• The power given by the engine ranges between 115hp to 200hp
• The transmission on the Audi A1 is either a manual or an automatic one
• Fuel consumption is between 19.2 km/L to 25.6km/L depending on the engine, driving style and the terrain you are driving on
• Lastly, Audi A1 has a tank capacity of up to 45 Liters

The A1 handles well with just a little body roll around corners, you will however have little blind spots when driving this vehicle. The 1.0L engine might feel underpowered, a good pick would be the 2.0L engine that gives around 200hp if power is of concern to you(more expensive). The fuel economy of the A1 is great.

In a nutshell, the A1 does not offer a lot of extras, for example, it does not offer parking sensors or reverse camera, heated seats, etc unless you buy the comfort pack. The fuel economy is good but the maintenance cost is slightly high compared to other hatchbacks available in the Kenyan market.

Conclusion

The price of Audi 1 in Kenya will vary depending on the model year, the condition of the car and the seller, that being said, most dealers are selling the car for a price of 1.5 million shillings and above. The running cost of the A1 is average, this is because the car has good fuel economy but the spare parts are a bit expensive.