Audi S1 8X
A pint-sized powerhouse with genuine quattro grip and a manual-only soul.
- Power
- 231 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 5.6 s
- Top speed
- 155 mph
About the Audi S1 8X
The Audi S1 (8X) represents a rare moment of engineering indulgence in the supermini segment, shoehorning a 2.0-litre EA888 engine and a complex multi-link rear suspension into the compact A1 chassis. Unlike its larger siblings, it was offered exclusively with a six-speed manual gearbox, catering directly to driving enthusiasts. The addition of a Haldex-based quattro system provided all-weather traction that its front-wheel-drive rivals lacked, though it added significant weight and reduced boot space. It remains a cult favourite for its punchy delivery and the novelty of being the smallest series-production quattro model ever made.
Audi S1 8X specs
The Audi S1 8X produces 231 bhp (172 kW) and 370 Nm (273 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 5.6 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | Audi |
|---|---|
| Model | S1 |
| Generation | 8X |
| Trim | S1 quattro |
| Years | 2014–2018 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 2.0-litre turbocharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,984 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 231 bhp (172 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 370 Nm (273 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 5.6 s |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,390 kg (3,064 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 166 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Audi S1 8X rarity in CarSpot
The Audi S1 8X is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 3 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Audi S1 8X fun facts
- The S1 was the only car in the A1 range to feature a multi-link rear suspension, a necessity to accommodate the quattro all-wheel-drive hardware.
- Despite the 'S1' name, it is not a direct successor to the 1980s Group B rally monster, but rather a performance flagship for the road-going A1 line.
- The S1 was never officially sold in the North American market, making it a forbidden fruit for US-based Audi enthusiasts.
