2012 Audi A1 — Full Specifications
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The 2012 Audi A1 belongs to the First generation generation, built 2010–2017. 2012 was year 3 of its run. The Second generation replaced it from 2018. Body styles: three-door hatchback, five-door Sportback (from November 2011). The engine range listed for this period includes 1.2 TFSI, 1.4 TFSI 122, 1.4 TFSI 185, 2.0 TFSI 256 Quattro and more. Owners often keep a Audi A1 workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
First generation Generation: Engines & Body Styles
Audi A1 model years from 2010 to 2017 belong to the same generation. The engines below are those listed for this generation in the 2012 period; availability varied by year, trim and market, so confirm the exact engine from the car's paperwork or the badge on the tailgate.
| Engine | Fuel | Displacement | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 TFSI | Petrol | 1.2 L | 86 PS |
| 1.4 TFSI 122 | Petrol | 1.4 L | 122 PS |
| 1.4 TFSI 185 | Petrol | 1.4 L | 185 PS |
| 2.0 TFSI 256 Quattro | Petrol | — | 256 PS |
| 1.6 TDI 90 | Diesel | 1.6 L | — |
| 1.6 TDI 105 | Diesel | — | 105 PS |
| 2.0 TDI | Diesel | 2 L | 143 PS |
| Body styles | Three-door hatchback · Five-door Sportback (from November 2011) |
|---|---|
| Transmissions | 5-speed manual · 6-speed manual · 7-speed S tronic · 1-speed (A1 e-tron) |
| Generation | First generation (2010-2018) |
Generation, production years, engines and body styles compiled from Wikipedia; production dates can differ by market. Official fuel economy and CO₂ figures for UK cars are published by the Vehicle Certification Agency and vary by engine and test cycle (NEDC or WLTP), so we do not quote a single figure here.
Owner Essentials for the 2012 Audi A1
Running Costs: 2012 Audi A1
Running costs for a 2012 Audi A1 depend mostly on which engine it has, how it is driven and the insurance group of that trim. Look up the exact car's tax band and fuel figures from its registration on GOV.UK, and work out fuel spend with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2012 Audi A1 Safety Rating
Cars sold in the UK and Europe are crash-tested by Euro NCAP, not the US NHTSA, so there is no NHTSA star rating for the Audi A1. Look the Audi A1 up on Euro NCAP's results page to see the star rating and the test year for this generation; ratings from different years use different criteria and are not directly comparable. To check a specific UK car for open recalls, use the GOV.UK vehicle recalls checker, and see our UK guide to checking a used car's history.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which generation is the 2012 Audi A1?
The 2012 Audi A1 is part of the First generation (2010-2018) generation, produced 2010–2017.
What engines did the 2012 Audi A1 come with?
Engines listed for this generation include 1.2 TFSI (petrol); 1.4 TFSI 122 (petrol); 1.4 TFSI 185 (petrol); 2.0 TFSI 256 Quattro (petrol); 1.6 TDI 90 (diesel); 1.6 TDI 105 (diesel); 2.0 TDI (diesel). Not every engine was sold in every year or market, so check the car's V5C or handbook for the exact unit.
What body styles does the 2012 Audi A1 come in?
This generation was offered as: Three-door hatchback, Five-door Sportback (from November 2011).
What gearbox does the 2012 Audi A1 have?
Transmissions listed for this generation include 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual, 7-speed S tronic, 1-speed (A1 e-tron), depending on engine and trim.
How safe is the 2012 Audi A1?
European-market cars are crash-tested by Euro NCAP rather than NHTSA. Search for the Audi A1 at euroncap.com/en/results to see the star rating and the test year for this generation.