Audi launches A3 Cabriolet convertible sports car

German luxury automobile manufacturer Audi Thursday launched it's first compact convertible sports car A3 Cabriolet priced at Rs.44.75 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi).

"First showcased at the Auto Expo 2014, the car received an overwhelming response from customers, which prompted us to introduce this car into our already robust product line-up in India," said Audi India head Joe King.

According to the company, the vehicle is powered a 1.8 litre petrol engine with direct injection and turbocharging and output of 132 kW (180 hp) which can produce 250Nm of torque.

The engine is mated to a seven speed S tronic® dual-clutch transmission which changes gear almost instantly resulting in uninterrupted power delivery with improved efficiency.

The vehicle is capable of sprinting from 0 to 100 kms per hour in just 7.8 seconds with a top speed of 242 kms per hour.

The company further said that its has clocked its best-ever annual sales in calendar year 2013 (10,002 units) and financial year 2013-2014 (10,126 units).

"The compact luxury segment is growing the fastest in the luxury car industry. The

introduction of the Audi A3 Cabriolet will further strengthen our dominance in this

space," said King.