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Audi A3

2006–2024 · 30 configurations

Lowest
24
Average
27
Best
35
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The Audi A3 has been tested by the EPA across 30 different configurations spanning model years 2006 through 2024. Over this period, the A3 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 24 MPG to 35 MPG, with an overall average of 27 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.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2024
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7) • Regular
$1,850293732MPG
2023
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7) • Regular
$1,850283832MPG
2022
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7) • Regular
$1,850293832MPG
2020
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7) • Regular
$2,000273630MPG
2019
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7) • Regular
$2,050263529MPG
2018
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7) • Regular
$2,050263529MPG
2017
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S7) • Regular
$2,050263529MPG
2016
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S6) • Regular
$2,200233327MPG
2015
1.8L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S6) • Premium
$2,550233327MPG
2015
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S6) • Diesel
$2,300314135MPG
2013
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Premium
$2,900213024MPG
2013
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S6) • Premium
$2,900212824MPG
2013
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (AM-S6) • Diesel
$2,550293732MPG
2012
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Diesel
$2,550293732MPG
2012
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Premium
$2,900213024MPG
2012
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Premium
$2,900222824MPG
2011
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Premium
$2,900213024MPG
2011
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Premium
$2,900222824MPG
2011
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Diesel
$2,550293732MPG
2010
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Premium
$2,900213024MPG
2010
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Premium
$2,900222824MPG
2010
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Diesel
$2,550293732MPG
2009
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Premium
$2,900213024MPG
2009
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Premium
$2,900222824MPG
2008
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Premium
$2,750222925MPG
2008
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Premium
$2,900202924MPG
2007
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Premium
$2,900212924MPG
2007
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Premium
$2,750222925MPG
2006
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spd • Premium
$2,900212924MPG
2006
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6) • Premium
$2,750222925MPG

Historical Efficiency

2024
32
2023
32
2022
32
2020
30
2019
29
2018
29
2017
29
2016
27
2015
35
2013
32
2012
32
2011
32
2010
32
2009
24
2008
25
2007
25
2006
25

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (A3) 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. 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
110
Total Deaths
52

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
18.2%
Fire Occurrence
3.6%
Speeding Involved
20.9%
DUI Involved
28.2%
Primary Impact Zone

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

84%
Front
7%
Side
8%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes20
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.65
2022
Fatal Crashes18
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2021
Fatal Crashes18
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.44
2020
Fatal Crashes12
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2019
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.10
2018
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2017
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2016
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2015
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2014
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
2.00
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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

Historical Severity Timeline

2023
2
2022
6
2019
1
2018
3
2017
2
2016
2
2015
7
2011
1
2010
1
2009
2
2006
4
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