Audi A3 e-tron

20162018 · 3 configurations

Lowest
34
Average
35
Best
36

The Audi A3 e-tron has been tested by the EPA across 3 different configurations spanning model years 2016 through 2018. Over this period, the A3 e-tron has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 34 MPG to 36 MPG, with an overall average of 35 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2018
36
2017
34
2016
35

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (A3 e-tron) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Audi A3 e-tron. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Audi Audi A3 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
48
Total Deaths
19

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
18.8%
Fire Occurrence
4.2%
Speeding Involved
16.7%
DUI Involved
25.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

85%
Front
10%
Side
5%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2022
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2021
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.36
2020
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.29
2019
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2018
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2017
Fatal Crashes3
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2016
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2016
4
Critical
Moderate
Advisory