Audi A3 front view
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Compact Luxury Car

2025 Audi A3: Specs, Key Features & Rivals

The A3 is a car from Audi, and it belongs to the compact luxury car class. The A3 competes for the same buyers as TLX, 2 Series Gran Coupe and 3 Series.

  • Total system output201 hp
  • Fuel economy (combined)28 mpg
  • Seats5 seats
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Key Specifications

Engine & Performance
Engine & Performance: Audi A3
Powertrain Gas
Engine 2.0L turbo I4
Total system output 201 hp
Torque 221 lb-ft
Transmission 7-speed dual-clutch (S tronic)
Drivetrain AWD (quattro)
Fuel Economy & Range
Fuel Economy & Range: Audi A3
Fuel economy (combined)EPA estimate where available 28 mpg
Fuel economy (city) 24 mpg
Fuel economy (highway) 34 mpg
Space & Practicality
Space & Practicality: Audi A3
Seats 5 seats
Off-road & Towing
Off-road & Towing: Audi A3
AWD / 4WD available Yes
Safety & Tech
Safety & Tech: Audi A3
Basic warranty 4 yr / 50,000 mi

How It Stacks Up in the Compact Luxury Car Class

Its total system output figure is 23% below what is average for its class. The A3 is right in line with its class when it comes to fuel economy (combined). There’s nothing unusual about the A3’s seats; it’s near the class average.

Total system output

201 hp · class avg 248 hp

Fuel economy (combined)

28 mpg · class avg 27 mpg

Seats

5 seats · class avg 5 seats

Torque

221 lb-ft · class avg 271 lb-ft

Fuel economy (city)

24 mpg · class avg 24 mpg

Fuel economy (highway)

34 mpg · class avg 33 mpg
A3Class average

Compare A3 With Its Rivals

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the A3 compete with?

If you’re considering the A3, it’s also worth looking at TLX, 2 Series Gran Coupe, 3 Series and i4.

Independent overview, not affiliated with Audi. Specs from manufacturer data as compiled by VersusVerdict. · Last updated: · Spotted an error? Report a correction

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