Hatchback · 2010–2024

AudiA1

Premium supermini on Polo bones. S line sells well; S1 is the rare hot one from the first generation.

Best for: Buyers wanting a posh small hatch.

Indicative running costs ~£2,086–£3,032 / year

Power: 95–116 hp
Economy: 45–55 mpg
Fuel: Petrol
Boot: 285–395 litres
0–60: 8.5–12.5 sec 0–60 mph
Ins. group: Grp12–28, depending on trim and power

Owner essentials

The lookups people actually search for — pressures, oil and spare status. Confirm against the V5C engine code and door sticker.

Tyre size

Commonly 195/55 R16 – 225/40 R18

Tyre pressure (cold)

Often ~30–36 PSI cold for small hatches; check the sticker

Engine oil

Often VW 504/507 or Audi equivalent LongLife — match the exact approval

Oil capacity

Typically ~4–5.7 litres

Spare / puncture kit

Spare, space-saver or sealant kit — check the boot well

ULEZ

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Need a PSI ↔ bar converter? Tyre pressure tool →

UK running costs

Ballpark annual ownership for a private Audi A1 at ~8,000 miles/year.

~£2,086–£3,032 / year

Cost	Indicative yearly figure
Fuel	~£959/yr @ 55 mpg, £1.45/L, 8,000 miles
Road tax	~£195/yr typical post-2017 standard rate
Insurance	£550–£1,100 (indicative)
Servicing	~£280–£440 for a typical annual service
Tyres (avg)	~£200–£360 averaged over a set

· Assumes ~8,000 private miles/year — scale up/down with your mileage.
· Insurance is the wild card: age, postcode, NCB and claims history matter more than the car alone.
· Figures are illustrative UK ballparks for planning — not quotes. Use our running-costs tool for a custom budget.

Custom running-costs calculator →Journey fuel cost →Road tax estimator →

Variants & trims

GTI / ST / R-Line / AMG Line are not the same thing — match the boot badge and V5C engine code.

6 listed

Variant	Engine	Power	Economy	Road tax
SE / Sport 1.0 TFSI Core petrol. 1.0 TFSI · 45–55 mpg	1.0 TFSI	95–116 hp	45–55 mpg	~£195*
1.4 / 1.5 TFSI Stronger petrols. 1.4–1.5 TFSI · 42–52 mpg	1.4–1.5 TFSI	125–150 hp	42–52 mpg	~£195*
S line Looks pack. Various · 42–52 mpg	Various	116–150 hp	42–52 mpg	~£195*
A1 Sportback 5-door body. Various · 45–55 mpg	Various	95–150 hp	45–55 mpg	~£195*
S1 quattro Hot first-gen — specialist PPI. 2.0 TFSI · 32–38 mpg	2.0 TFSI	231 hp	32–38 mpg	~£195*
S tronic DSG Dual-clutch service proof. DSG · 42–52 mpg	DSG	95–150 hp	42–52 mpg	~£195*

*Indicative annual UK VED. Confirm on GOV.UK.

Full specifications

Engine1.0 litre

Gearbox5- or 6-speed manual; automatic varies by trim

DimensionsApprox. 4.0–4.6m long · 1.7–1.8m wide

ServiceUsually 12 months or 10,000–20,000 miles; confirm by VIN and handbook

InsuranceTypically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power

Road taxDepends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK

CO₂Varies by engine, gearbox and trim — check the V5C or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry

Tyre sizeCommonly 195/55 R16 – 225/40 R18

Tyre pressureOften ~30–36 PSI cold for small hatches; check the sticker

OilOften VW 504/507 or Audi equivalent LongLife — match the exact approval

Oil capacityTypically ~4–5.7 litres

ULEZMost petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Buying a used A1

1DSG history
2S1 specialist check
3Carbon build-up on TFSI

· Confirm the exact engine code, trim and gearbox on the V5C before ordering parts
· Check the latest MOT history and advisories on GOV.UK
· Compare cold-start behaviour, warning lights and service invoices before buying

Common faults to check

Inspection prompts — not a diagnosis.

Coil packs / misfires
DSG mechatronics if neglected
Electronic handbrake faults

Audi A1 FAQs

Is a used Audi A1 expensive to run in the UK?

As a rough guide, many owners should budget ~£2,086–£3,032 / year including fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and tyres at ~8,000 miles/year. Hotter trims and young drivers cost more.

What tyre pressure does a Audi A1 need?

Often ~30–36 PSI cold for small hatches; check the sticker. Pressures change with load and wheel size — the legal reference is the sticker in the door shut or fuel flap, not the sidewall maximum.

What oil does a Audi A1 take?

Often VW 504/507 or Audi equivalent LongLife — match the exact approval. Capacity is Typically ~4–5.7 litres. Wrong oil on wet-belt / LongLife engines can be an expensive mistake — confirm by engine code in the handbook.

What are common Audi A1 problems?

Buyers most often watch for: Coil packs / misfires; DSG mechatronics if neglected. Always cross-check MOT history and a pre-purchase inspection.

Is the Audi A1 ULEZ compliant?

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Owner handbook

Official Audi manuals for exact oil grades, torque figures and fuse maps. We link out; PDFs stay with the manufacturer.

Audi owner manuals ↗

Guides & tools

More Audi

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2.0 TDI

Reviewed October 2026. Photos: Wikimedia Commons. Cost figures are illustrative UK planning ranges, not insurer or DVLA quotes. Manufacturer handbook and UK model-year specifications GOV.UK MOT guidance and vehicle test standards Owner and workshop inspection patterns; verify against the specific VIN